I retired early and am 52, just me, and want to move to a place where I can ideally again have a range behind my home, privacy, and peace & quiet. Currently live in NW PA, and am open to areas pretty much other than really hot and humid summers, crazy AZ type heat, dreary winters, crazy high taxes/real estate/rent costs, and insular, unwelcoming folks. I'm live and let live, and don't try to change the culture where I move to.
I lived in Utah for a few years in the early 90's and liked the climate/gun culture pretty well, so perhaps "Out West" is calling me again, but it seems home/rent prices are crazy high as ever. I also see firearm laws/regulations have changed a lot, esp in CO, WA, NV and OR... PA is a downright paradise from some of what I am seeing.
So how about it; what leads and suggestions can you give me to help me start my quest? I know what I ask might seem vague or disjointed - Just the same I appreciate the help, and will answer any specifics here or via PM. Thank you very much.
I lived in Utah for a few years in the early 90's and liked the climate/gun culture pretty well, so perhaps "Out West" is calling me again, but it seems home/rent prices are crazy high as ever. I also see firearm laws/regulations have changed a lot, esp in CO, WA, NV and OR... PA is a downright paradise from some of what I am seeing.
So how about it; what leads and suggestions can you give me to help me start my quest? I know what I ask might seem vague or disjointed - Just the same I appreciate the help, and will answer any specifics here or via PM. Thank you very much.