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Preventing the 4 Common Causes of an Accidental Discharge Proper training and mindset can be the best insurance against any missteps. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on January 8, 2024 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, TIPS & TACTICS, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE To be a responsible gun owner, it is incumbent on you to get the training necessary to learn the safe and proper…
Read MoreKnow Your Rifle Bolt Become a knowledgeable gun owner by understanding the various types of bolt-action guns. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on February 7, 2024 NEWS, TERMINOLOGY, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE There are three main components of any rifle or shotgun: the action, stock and barrel. The action is what loads, fires, and unloads or “ejects†the cartridge…
Read MoreGive 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 Women DONATE One of the greatest gifts to mankind is literature. For thousands of years wealth was…
Read MoreDilemma: What CCW Firearm Should I Get Her? It’s a question nearly all gun owners get asked at some point. And most of them botch it. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on December 14, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, TIPS & TACTICS, CONCEALED CARRY, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE One of the most common questions asked to a gun owner—firearms Instructors in particular—is, “What…
Read MoreAdding the Right Dog to Your Pack This Christmas Whether you hunt or just like to give belly rubs, do some nose work before flushing out your next four-legged companion! by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on December 11, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, TIPS & TACTICS, HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE Dogs are often described as man’s best friend, but I believe that…
Read More5 Common Gun Range Mistakes—and How to Fix Them Whether it’s improper range attire or not knowing what a cease fire is, here’s how to address those issues. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on December 6, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, TIPS & TACTICS, FIREARMS, GEAR Support NRA Women DONATE Most gun ranges are safe and have established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure…
Read MoreUnderstanding Antler Restrictions Learning the antler restriction laws in your state keeps you from guessing if a deer is legal. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on December 3, 2023 NEWS, TIPS & TACTICS, HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE Many hunting topics spark animated discussions, like opinions on the best all-round hunting caliber; when hunting seasons should open or close; and…
Read MoreThose Who Can—Teach! You might be a great shooter and know a lot about firearms, but how equipped are you to pass along your knowledge? Here are five ways to get there. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on December 1, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, TIPS & TACTICS, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE Instructors should strive to be as effective as possible. This…
Read More5 “Senseâ€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 It is the season of gift giving again! We all look forward to finding the right gift…
Read MoreFour 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 Puritans who colonized the Plymouth, Massachusetts area celebrated the first Thanksgiving in 1621. The first celebration was known as the Autumn Harvest Feast. It wasn’t until October 31, 1939, that President…
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