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5 More Great Gifts for the New NRA Woman

By North American Outdoors / December 13, 2021 / Comments Off on 5 More Great Gifts for the New NRA Woman

5 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…

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What Is a Primer?

By North American Outdoors / December 8, 2021 / Comments Off on What Is a Primer?

What Is a Primer? – NRA Women.com Understanding what a primer is can help you understand how your cartridge or shotshell performs. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on December 8, 2021 The primer is the least understood component of a cartridge or a shotshell. A primer is one of the four components of a rifle or handgun…

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Give New Shooters the Gifts of Confidence, Safety and Security

By North American Outdoors / November 30, 2021 / Comments Off on Give New Shooters the Gifts of Confidence, Safety and Security

Give New Shooters the Gifts of Confidence, Safety and Security – NRA Women.com These gifts do exist–in the form of an NRA Firearms Training Course! by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on November 30, 2021 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, CONCEALED CARRY, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE Looking to give a gift that could change someone’s life–a gift that has annual returns? How about a…

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Choosing the Right Size Handgun

By North American Outdoors / November 15, 2021 / Comments Off on Choosing the Right Size Handgun

Choosing the Right Size Handgun – NRA Women.com Full size, compact, subcompact, snubnose …. What’s the difference and what’s right for you? by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on November 15, 2021 America has always been known as the “Land of Plenty,” offering consumers a variety of choices for most products on the market, including firearms. Today’s gun…

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How to Spot a Predator’s Kill (& What to Do)

By North American Outdoors / November 12, 2021 / Comments Off on How to Spot a Predator’s Kill (& What to Do)

How 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…

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6 Range Techniques to Practice for Success In the Field

By North American Outdoors / November 10, 2021 / Comments Off on 6 Range Techniques to Practice for Success In the Field

6 Range Techniques to Practice for Success In the Field – NRA Women.com Work on these techniques while at the range to be a better marksman, and maybe even a better hunter. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on November 10, 2021 Going to the gun range prior to hunting season can dramatically increase your odds of success.…

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Keep Bear Spray as a Backup

By North American Outdoors / November 9, 2021 / Comments Off on Keep Bear Spray as a Backup

Keep 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…

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How to Avoid Encounters with America’s Most Dangerous Predators

By North American Outdoors / November 4, 2021 / Comments Off on How to Avoid Encounters with America’s Most Dangerous Predators

How 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…

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There’s ALWAYS Time to Review the NRA Gun Safety Rules

By North American Outdoors / October 28, 2021 / Comments Off on There’s ALWAYS Time to Review the NRA Gun Safety Rules

There’s ALWAYS Time to Review the NRA Gun Safety Rules – NRA Women.com There’s a reason the word ALWAYS appears three times in NRA’s Rules of Gun Safety. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on October 28, 2021 At regular intervals, every serious firearms instructor should pause to review his or her safety procedures. As NRA Instructors we…

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Berms, Backstops, Baffles – and Other Gun Range Terminology

By North American Outdoors / October 26, 2021 / Comments Off on Berms, Backstops, Baffles – and Other Gun Range Terminology

Berms, Backstops, Baffles – and Other Gun Range Terminology – NRA Women.com Beyond range commands, knowing the correct terminology and names of the different areas of the gun range is crucial to having a fun day at the range. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on October 26, 2021 Safety should be on everyone’s mind when handling firearms.…

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