Hunting
To Steel or Not To Steel – NRA Women.com Steel shot is a highly debated topic, but here are the rules and safety concerns you should know. To steel or not to steel? That is the question. I am referring to steel shot. In 1991 the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) required the use of non-toxic…
Read MoreSmashing the Barriers for Women Who Hunt – NRA Women.com There’s plenty of proof that there are far fewer obstacles for women who yearn to join the outdoor community. Not so long ago, men comprised the majority of those who participate in outdoor activities like hunting. Why? In part, many women were not given an…
Read More5 More Great Gifts for the New NRA Woman – NRA Women.com Sometimes the perfect Christmas gift is the most obvious–especially for the newest shooting sports enthusiasts. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on December 13, 2021 Sometimes the perfect Christmas gift is the most obvious–especially for the newest shooting sports enthusiasts. If you have an NRA Woman…
Read MoreHow to Spot a Predator’s Kill (& What to Do) – NRA Women.com Following your senses of sight, hearing and smell–as well as that gut feeling–can save your life. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on November 12, 2021 One of the most dangerous situations you could find yourself in is stumbling across a “kill” when…
Read MoreKeep Bear Spray as a Backup – NRA Women.com If you are hunting, hiking or camping off the grid, keep your firearm and bear spray close at hand! by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on November 9, 2021 The best defense against large wildlife predators is to become educated about their habits, habitats and biology. Practicing good and…
Read MoreHow to Avoid Encounters with America’s Most Dangerous Predators – NRA Women.com Even though getting off the grid can be a sanctuary, it is not a place to let your guard down. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on November 4, 2021 Women in the outdoors are increasing in number every year whether it’s through hiking, camping or…
Read MoreAre You Ready For Waterfowl Season? – NRA Women.com Here’s how to avoid mistakes, stay legal and hunt ethically this waterfowl season. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on October 4, 2021 Waterfowl season is a big deal. Especially in Texas, waterfowl hunting is a social gathering where hunters get together and have fun. People have cookouts and…
Read More5 Steps to Keep Hunters Coming Back – NRA Women.com While introducing new people to hunting is a noble pursuit, retaining hunters is the key to saving the sport! by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on September 15, 2021 Some hunting organizations with the mission to recruit new hunters gauge their success by the number of…
Read MoreSighting-In Your Hunting Rifle Simply & Swiftly – NRA Women.com Properly sighting-in is a critical step to ensure a successful hunt … the good news is that it’s easy to do. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on September 7, 2021 Going to the range and sighting-in your rifle is one of the most important things you can…
Read MoreYour Shotgun’s Choke is Important. Here’s Why. – NRA Women.com Choke is probably the most misunderstood component of the shotgun … and one of the most important. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on September 2, 2021 The shotgun’s choke is probably the most misunderstood component of the shotgun itself; I spend a lot of classroom time explaining…
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