Marlin 336... Good for where you live and where you want to live.
Make it in .35 Remington.
^this^ and I agree the .35 Rem would be a great choice for VA hunting.
.338 Marlin Express would up the ante for bigger game in BC, if you get there, but in VA, you're not too far from Maine/Canada moose territory.
ETA: didn't read the whole thread before I posted; congrats on the .30-30 purchase.