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Why I Hunt

By North American Outdoors / February 28, 2024 / Comments Off on Why I Hunt

Why I Hunt There are endless benefits to hunting, but here are four of the main reasons that drive people to the field. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on February 28, 2024 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE Why I Hunt – NRA Women.com If you have been hunting long enough, you have been asked “why?” by a family…

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“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

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 Hunting Matters” Talks with NRA Women Contributor Heidi Rao – NRA Women.com Regular NRA Women readers know…

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Youth Hunting Season Is the Best Season!

By North American Outdoors / January 28, 2024 / Comments Off on Youth Hunting Season Is the Best Season!

If we are to continue the heritage of hunting, we need to keeping pass the torch to the next generations. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on January 28, 2024 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, HUNTING, TIPS & TACTICS Support NRA Women DONATE Youth Hunting Season Is the Best Season! – NRA Women.com Beyond the four seasons of winter, spring, summer and fall, there is…

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6 Dangers to Dodge While Hunting with Your Dog

By North American Outdoors / January 20, 2024 / Comments Off on 6 Dangers to Dodge While Hunting with Your Dog

The least we can do for our loyal four-legged hunting partners is to keep them safe from these ever-present risks. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on January 20, 2024 NEWS, HUNTING, TIPS & TACTICS Support NRA Women DONATE 6 Dangers to Dodge While Hunting with Your Dog – NRA Women.com Like most people in my circle, one of my most…

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Give the Gift of Reading for Christmas

By North American Outdoors / December 18, 2023 / Comments Off on Give the Gift of Reading for Christmas

If the person on your gift list is a shooter, especially if they are interested in hunting, there are many options available. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on December 18, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, HUNTING Support NRA WomenDONATE Give the Gift of Reading for Christmas – NRA Women.com One of the greatest gifts to mankind is literature. For thousands of…

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5 “Sense”sational Christmas Gifts for Gun Owners

By North American Outdoors / November 28, 2023 / Comments Off on 5 “Sense”sational Christmas Gifts for Gun Owners

Instead of one present, how about five–a gift for each of the senses that our gun-owning loved ones will use. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on November 28, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, HUNTING, GEAR, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE 5 “Sense”sational Christmas Gifts for Gun Owners – NRA Women.com It is the season of gift giving again! We all look forward to finding…

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The Women of the First Thanksgiving

By North American Outdoors / November 23, 2023 / Comments Off on The Women of the First Thanksgiving

Four Puritan women prepared the first “Autumn Harvest Feast,” now called Thanksgiving. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on November 23, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, EVENTS Support NRA Women DONATE The Women of the First Thanksgiving – NRA Women.com The Puritans who colonized the Plymouth, Massachusetts area celebrated the first Thanksgiving in 1621. The first celebration was known as the Autumn Harvest…

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Take a Hike!

By North American Outdoors / November 17, 2023 / Comments Off on Take a Hike!

With more than 60,000 miles of trails in the National Trail System across 50 states, there is no reason to NOT take a hike!  by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on November 17, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, EVENTS, CONCEALED CARRY Support NRA Women DONATE Take a Hike! – NRA Women.com November 17 is “National Take a Hike Day.” With more than 60,000 miles…

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Layer by Layer: The Secrets to Staying Warm in the Winter

By North American Outdoors / November 8, 2023 / Comments Off on Layer by Layer: The Secrets to Staying Warm in the Winter

There’s nothing like cold, wet clothes clinging to your skin to ruin a winter outing. Knowing where and how to wear the proper materials will keep you warm, dry and safe! by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on November 8, 2023 NEWS,LIFESTYLE,TIPS & TACTICS,HUNTING,GEAR Support NRA Women DONATE Layer by Layer: The Secrets to Staying Warm in the Winter…

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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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