2nd Amendment

“Hunting Matters” Talks with NRA Women Contributor Heidi Rao

By North American Outdoors / February 22, 2024 / Comments Off on “Hunting Matters” Talks with NRA Women Contributor Heidi Rao

“Hunting Matters” Talks with NRA Women Contributor Heidi Rao Our 2022 Woman of the Year’s reach extends well beyond NRA. Find out how you can listen to Heidi as she guest stars on this important podcast. by NRA WOMEN STAFF posted on February 22, 2024 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, HUNTING, PROFILES Support NRA Women DONATE Regular NRA Women readers know that Heidi Lyn…

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Gone Fishin’ and Huntin’

By North American Outdoors / September 22, 2023 / Comments Off on Gone Fishin’ and Huntin’

How will you celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day? by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on September 22, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE National Hunting and Fishing Day (NHF) occurs each year on the fourth Saturday of September, after a proclamation was signed by Richard M. Nixon on May 2, 1972. On the day of its signing, President Nixon…

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What NRA Instructors are Seeing

By North American Outdoors / July 22, 2023 / Comments Off on What NRA Instructors are Seeing
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4 Tips for the Trips that Include Firearms

By North American Outdoors / June 7, 2023 / Comments Off on 4 Tips for the Trips that Include Firearms

Vacation should be a time when we let down our guard, but often it is often when we are most vulnerable. If you plan to vacation with a firearm in tow, pay attention to these important facets. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on June 7, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, TIPS & TACTICS, HUNTING, CONCEALED CARRY, FIREARMS We tend to…

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Remembering Our Fallen Soldiers

By North American Outdoors / May 29, 2023 / Comments Off on Remembering Our Fallen Soldiers

On Memorial Day, when we reflect on our soldiers’ ultimate sacrifice, we must include the many heroic women who also gave all. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on May 29, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, EVENTS Support NRA Women DONATE Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, has its roots in the Civil War. The graves of fallen Union and Confederate soldiers could…

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5 Ways to Minimize Deer Wounding Loss

By North American Outdoors / May 18, 2023 / Comments Off on 5 Ways to Minimize Deer Wounding Loss

Hunters should do everything they can to mitigate the chance of losing their game once the trigger is pulled. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on May 18, 2023 NEWS, TIPS & TACTICS, HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE Wounding loss of game animals is a big concern for everyone involved in hunting—hunters, landowners and conservation agencies. Nobody wants to lose a…

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3 Ways Aging Firearm Instructors Can Stay Effective

By North American Outdoors / April 28, 2023 / Comments Off on 3 Ways Aging Firearm Instructors Can Stay Effective

We are accustomed to making accommodations when training senior citizens the fundamentals of shooting, but what about when the instructor starts to age out? by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on April 28, 2023 NEWS, TIPS & TACTICS, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE The NRA, as well as the public, considers NRA Firearm Training to be the “Gold Standard†… and rightly so!…

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5 Vehicle Safety Tips for Crime Prevention

By North American Outdoors / April 26, 2023 / Comments Off on 5 Vehicle Safety Tips for Crime Prevention

Follow these additonal “Rules of the Road†to help keep you safe from being a crime victim while driving. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on April 24, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, TIPS & TACTICS, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE There are certain “Rules of the Road†that we must follow to stay safe. We can even take a defensive driving course to…

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How to Make the Most of Firearm Training For Seniors

By North American Outdoors / April 20, 2023 / Comments Off on How to Make the Most of Firearm Training For Seniors

Being unprepared for age-related issues can cause delays in training and it can put an undue burden on the other students in the class. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on April 27, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, LIFESTYLE, CONCEALED CARRY, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE The demographics of individuals seeking firearms training is ever expanding. Most firearms trainers will tell you that they have…

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Take a Seat at the Second Amendment Table!

By North American Outdoors / March 29, 2023 / Comments Off on Take a Seat at the Second Amendment Table!

Want to be respected for your firearms knowledge? There’s no shortcut—just put in the time! by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on March 29, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, CONCEALED CARRY, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE Americans own guns for many reasons: hunting, recreational and competitive shooting, collecting, self-defense and personal protection, among others. But the most complete and thorough answer is, â€œBecause we can!†We…

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