I would say the 25-06, I do have a load I use in my 30-30 that is really mild and shoots a 180 grain slug so it will take down anything MN has to offer, were it me thats what I use, but I don't know if there would be a way to get you a couple of boxes for her to use before the season starts.
Beware of any old man in a profession where one usually dies young.
