Instructors

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4 Mistakes to Avoid When Introducing Kids to Hunting

By North American Outdoors / October 11, 2023 / Comments Off on 4 Mistakes to Avoid When Introducing Kids to Hunting

Mentoring youth hunters means dedicating the time, expense and providing the right equipment for the best outdoor experiences possible. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on October 11, 2023 NEWS,LIFESTYLE,TIPS & TACTICS,HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE 4 Mistakes to Avoid When Introducing Kids to Hunting – NRA Women.com Many kids look forward to getting in the field for their…

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Firearm Training for Students with Language Barriers

By North American Outdoors / September 12, 2023 / Comments Off on Firearm Training for Students with Language Barriers

Once you are sure that you are following all applicable laws and regulations, you are now faced with the challenge of meeting each of your student’s needs. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on September 12, 2023 NEWS,HOW-TO,LIFESTYLE,TIPS & TACTICS,CONCEALED CARRY,FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE Firearm Training for Students with Language Barriers – NRA Women.com Being anNRA Firearms…

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Training Students with Service Animals

By North American Outdoors / September 11, 2023 / Comments Off on Training Students with Service Animals

The laws concerning service animals can be open to interpretation, and NRA Firearms Trainers should become educated on the nuances of the topic. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on September 11, 2023 NEWS,LIFESTYLE,TIPS & TACTICS,FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE Training Students with Service Animals – NRA Women.com Firearms instructors meet some very interesting people. Everybody is unique and…

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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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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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What NRA Instructors are Seeing

By North American Outdoors / July 22, 2023 / Comments Off on What NRA Instructors are Seeing

As more than 17 million Americans have become new gun owners in the past few years, the NRA’s 125,000 firearms instructors have been busy training and teaching them about their freedom. What NRA Instructors are Seeing – America’s 1st Freedom.org While America’s 1st Freedom readers are well aware of the National Rifle Association’s all-important political advocacy that has…

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4 Tools Firearm Instructors Shouldn’t Be Without

By North American Outdoors / July 20, 2023 / Comments Off on 4 Tools Firearm Instructors Shouldn’t Be Without

One of the keys to great firearm instruction is the ability to adapt to each student. These tools can help. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on July 20, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, TIPS & TACTICS, GEAR, FIREARMS 4 Tools Firearm Instructors Shouldn’t Be Without – NRA Women.com Anyone who has ever conducted handgun training can tell you that…

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Training with .22s: Not Just for Beginners

By North American Outdoors / July 19, 2023 / Comments Off on Training with .22s: Not Just for Beginners

Training with .22s: Not Just for Beginners – NRA Women.com There are many benefits to using a .22-cal. firearm when conducting firearms training. This is especially true if you are training a beginner shooter who has never used a firearm. Most new shooters have no problem starting out with a .22 caliber. In fact, they are usually…

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The Real Value in Evaluating Your Firearm Instructor

By North American Outdoors / July 10, 2023 / Comments Off on The Real Value in Evaluating Your Firearm Instructor

If an instructor is good, word spreads fast. If an instructor is not good, word spreads faster. Here’s why your students’ opinions matter. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on July 10, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, LIFESTYLE, FIREARMS The Real Value in Evaluating Your Firearm Instructor – NRA Women.com A good teacher does not have to tell others they…

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Always Follow the NRA Training Policies when Conducting a Class: Managing the Student Complainers

By North American Outdoors / May 11, 2023 / Comments Off on Always Follow the NRA Training Policies when Conducting a Class: Managing the Student Complainers

By Heidi Lyn Rao Always Follow the NRA Training Policies when Conducting a Class: Managing the Student Complainers NRA Trainers are the “Gold Standard” when it comes to firearms instructors. We follow the creed that the NRA stands for one thing – the Constitution of the United States with a focus on the Second Amendment.…

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