Hi, 69 yr old (male) newbie here. I know little about photography, yet like most people, I’ve been snapping pictures all of my life. And today, everyone’s a photographer. So, I’d like to learn the right way. And then choose a suitable beginner camera. Been looking at a few kits on Amazon. Such as Canon Powershot sx60 or sx70 or a Sony A6000. Not looking for a DSLR, but maybe a mirror less (from what little research I’ done, this seems like a good fit for me). But cart before the horse here. I’m interested first in taking an online beginners photography class. So, reaching out here for suggestions as to a decent course. I don’t know if I can just find something on YouTube, or perhaps find a decent online cla$$. Any experience/suggestions would be appreciated! Thanks very much!

quote: "What areas should I not miss? During the days I'm there, I'll drive the whole Drive; but always back to Skyland for food and sleep. trails I recall are to Old Rag, Stony Man, BlackRock overlook...whiteoak canyon falls."

I meant to add... Based on UHH advice and my own research, Shenandoah valley sites we aim to visit include Luray Caverns, Monticello (not quite in the valley), Museum of Shenandoah Valley (Winchester VA), Humpback Rocks, FrontierCulture Museum and any other interesting site we see along the way. Not sure how far south you're going but if you hit the Blue Ridge Parkway, UHH recommended "most see" sites include Peaks of Otter, Explore Park, Roanoke Mountain and, of course, Mabury Mill.