30-30 is a little "marginal" for elk, but you can take advantage of the 788 to load up pointed bullets. Or you can by "LeveRevolution" ammunition.
If you are hunting in pairs, a youth with a 30-30 is just fine as long as the other guy/gal has a 308 Win or better.
Jimro
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Machine guns are awesome until you have to carry one.
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