Start with a "good" 22 LR Rimfire such as a Tikka T1X, 20" barrel to learn the basics - especially safety. Add a variable optic - possibly a mid priced suitable for range or hunting. Shoot n See targets will help. The Tikka (probably others as well) comes with a shorter stock suitable for a junior or most women. Add a standard 1" rubber recoil pad for regular length stock.
Order something like Federal's Auto-Match training ammo (my last case came directly from Federal.com.) Low cost enough for plinking, but accurate enough to shoot to 200+ Yards.
Then (probably weeks, if not months later) add a centerfire rifle that's at least one or two steps up from an entry level rifle. Try to shoot a number of rifles first to see what you like.
Asking questions and explaining your (newbie shooter) situation to people at your range - who appear to know what they are doing - will likely get you a few invitations to try theirs. If they do, offer to pay for a few rounds of ammo. You will be there with your new 22 - so Pick some Brains.
Try to shoot the moderate recoiling, standard (non magnum) hunting calibers. Such as 308 Winchester & 30-06; also lighter recoiling calibers such as 243 Winchester, other 6mm, 6.5mm (Creedmoor or Swede), 7mm8, and 280 Rem should you come across one.
Ask the owners about long range (usually heavy barrel) target configurations vs hunting rifles. All are fun, btw, including the semi-auto types.
But most importantly, be safe and have fun with it. Seek instruction from someone if needed - and be sure you have Quality hearing protection (AMHIK), along with proper eye protection.
