Congratulations. You've got a great rifle. When I lived in Alaska I had to go through Canada to get to my Sister-in-laws place in Haines Alaska. Of course we couldn't take a handgun so every time I'd take my Marlin 336 35 Remington. They are a great rifle. I use the typical 200 grain Remingtons and they will handle most anything. Instead of a Weaver base, I'd find a Picatinny rail for it. For me with the weaver base the scope comes back too far for me to be comfortable. With the Picatinny rail and they have them for the 336, allows you to adjust it to your comfort. I believe Midway has them. Frankly I'd use a 35 Remington on anything in North America. I've killed brown bear too, and I think the 35 would handle it. I'm sure you will enjoy that for the rest of your years.
