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Understanding Shotgun Shell Terminology

By North American Outdoors / May 3, 2023 / Comments Off on Understanding Shotgun Shell Terminology

Shotgun shooting can be the most confusing of all the shooting sports. The following is a list of common words or phrases that you might see on a box of shotshells, along with their definitions. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on May 3, 2023 NEWS, TERMINOLOGY, FIREARMS, GEAR Support NRA Women DONATE Shotgun shooting can be the most confusing of all…

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Dispelling the Myth of Bullet Rise

By North American Outdoors / May 2, 2023 / Comments Off on Dispelling the Myth of Bullet Rise

To properly teach someone how to shoot a firearm safely and correctly, you must understand the relationship between sighting in on a target and the bullet’s path. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on May 2, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE The common belief that a bullet rises when it leaves the barrel is the most widely disseminated…

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Heidi Rao: 2023 Marion P. Hammer Woman of Distinction Award recipient

By North American Outdoors / May 1, 2023 / Comments Off on Heidi Rao: 2023 Marion P. Hammer Woman of Distinction Award recipient

Rao says her ultimate goal is to introduce hunting, shooting and the outdoors to everyone through quality training and safe, memorable experiences Heidi Rao: 2023 Marion P. Hammer Woman of Distinction Award recipient – NRA Women.com When you are honored with an award named for one NRA’s most well-known trailblazers, leaders and outspoken activists, you know…

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Firearm Basics: Parts of a Gun Stock

By North American Outdoors / May 1, 2023 / Comments Off on Firearm Basics: Parts of a Gun Stock

Want to sound knowledgeable about firearms? Learning the various parts of your gun is a great place to start. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on May 1, 2023 NEWS,TERMINOLOGY,FIREARMS Support NRA WomenDONATE Firearm Basics: Parts of a Gun Stock – NRA Women.com Have you ever heard the saying, “lock stock and barrel”? This is an old phrase…

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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 WomenDONATE 3 Ways Aging Firearm Instructors Can Stay Effective – NRA Women.com The NRA, as well as the public,…

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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 WomenDONATE 5 Vehicle Safety Tips for Crime Prevention – NRA Women.com There are certain “Rules of the Road” that we must follow to stay…

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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 WomenDONATE How to Make the Most of Firearm Training For Seniors – NRA Women.com The demographics of individuals seeking firearms…

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4 Tricks to Help Bag Your Feral Hog

By North American Outdoors / March 30, 2023 / Comments Off on 4 Tricks to Help Bag Your Feral Hog

Don’t blink! As soon as you relax hunting pressure … they come back! Here’s how to get a handle on this prolific species. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on March 30, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, TIPS & TACTICS, HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE Feral hogs are considered an invasive species. There are an estimated 9 million hogs nationwide doing about $2.5 billion…

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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 WomenDONATE Take a Seat at the Second Amendment Table! – NRA Women.com Americans own guns for many reasons: hunting, recreational and competitive shooting, collecting, self-defense and personal protection, among…

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5 Ways to Stabilize your Rifle When Shooting

By North American Outdoors / March 22, 2023 / Comments Off on 5 Ways to Stabilize your Rifle When Shooting

There are various methods and products to help keep your steady as you ready your rifle to take a shot. Here are the basics. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on March 22, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, TIPS & TACTICS, HUNTING, GEAR, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE Shooting from the benchrest position is the most common position rifle shooters use. This is the first position…

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