we can't shoot little bears , but we can shoot anything else no matter what age it is !
as far as who shoots - any age up to 12 with an adult along and can hunt alone after 12 if they pass the hunter safety test/class .
that is in Virginia
oh yea if a hand gun is used then up to 16 with an adult , 16-21 if parent gives written permission and land owner gives permission also + gun must be unloaded while on public roads .