Month: August 2023

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Being a Markswoman in a Marksmanship World

By North American Outdoors / August 31, 2023 / Comments Off on Being a Markswoman in a Marksmanship World

What’s it like to be an active participant in traditionally male-dominated activities like hunting and shooting? This prolific NRA Women contributor offers her insight. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on August 31, 2023 NEWS,LIFESTYLE,HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE Being a Markswoman in a Marksmanship World – NRA Women.com I have spent my entire adult life in what has…

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3 Ways to Be a Team Player at the Range

By North American Outdoors / August 28, 2023 / Comments Off on 3 Ways to Be a Team Player at the Range

Most shooters want to help each other and welcome new shooters to the range, continuing our shooting traditions and keeping the Second Amendment strong. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on August 28, 2023 NEWS,HOW-TO,LIFESTYLE,TIPS & TACTICS,FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE 3 Ways to Be a Team Player at the Range – NRA Women.com The shooting community is a…

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4 Tips for Instructing Students who Lack Confidence

By North American Outdoors / August 24, 2023 / Comments Off on 4 Tips for Instructing Students who Lack Confidence

The challenge of instructing an individual who lacks confidence can be difficult, but can be overcome by incorporating different teaching methods and learning tools. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on August 24, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, LIFESTYLE, TIPS & TACTICS, CONCEALED CARRY, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE 4 Tips for Instructing Students who Lack Confidence – NRA Women.com One of the biggest challenges a…

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Understanding Terminal Performance

By North American Outdoors / August 10, 2023 / Comments Off on Understanding Terminal Performance

We hear this term bantered about a lot when it comes to ammunition. But what exactly does it mean, and how does it affect your success in the field or for self-defense? by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on August 10, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, TIPS & TACTICS, CONCEALED CARRY, HUNTING, GEAR, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE Understanding Terminal Performance – NRA Women.com Terminal performance is…

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5 Mistakes Firearms Instructors Should Avoid

By North American Outdoors / August 9, 2023 / Comments Off on 5 Mistakes Firearms Instructors Should Avoid

Try these tips for what not to do if you are trying to put your best foot forward as a firearm instructor. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on August 9, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, TIPS & TACTICS, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE 5 Mistakes Firearms Instructors Should Avoid – NRA Women.com It should go without saying that firearms instructors must put their…

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Backcountry Backups: Popular Protection Guns Used by Hunting Guides

By North American Outdoors / August 8, 2023 / Comments Off on Backcountry Backups: Popular Protection Guns Used by Hunting Guides

Want to be as safe in the backcountry as your hunting guide? Here are some of the most popular firearms that make great backups. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on August 8, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, HUNTING, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE Backcountry Backups: Popular Protection Guns Used by Hunting Guides – NRA Women.com Hunting guides have very diverse job descriptions. They…

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Understanding Rifle Barrels—Groovy!

By North American Outdoors / August 7, 2023 / Comments Off on Understanding Rifle Barrels—Groovy!

Rifling makes it possible for bullets to reach their intended target by putting the right amount of spin on a projectile. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on August 7, 2023 NEWS, TERMINOLOGY, HUNTING, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE Understanding Rifle Barrels—Groovy! – NRA Women.com Rifling in firearm barrels was a major breakthrough in the history of guns. Before rifling was standard…

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How to Make Chuckwagon Camp Cowboy Coffee

By North American Outdoors / August 7, 2023 / Comments Off on How to Make Chuckwagon Camp Cowboy Coffee

Once you have your first cup of cowboy coffee like they were made in TV Westerns, you will be forever changed. Here are the secrets to the perfect cup. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on August 7, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, LIFESTYLE, HUNTING, GEAR Support NRA Women DONATE How to Make Chuckwagon Camp Cowboy Coffee – NRA Women.com If you find yourself deep…

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