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What is the Data Stamp Rule – and What Are the Exceptions?

By North American Outdoors / September 20, 2023 / Comments Off on What is the Data Stamp Rule – and What Are the Exceptions?

Sometimes firearms can safely shoot more than one caliber. Here’s how to tell which ones.   by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on September 20, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, TIPS & TACTICS, TERMINOLOGY, FIREARMS Support NRA WomenDONATE What is the Data Stamp Rule – and What Are the Exceptions? – NRA Women.com Always make certain you have the proper ammunition that can safely…

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Understanding Cartridge Headspace

By North American Outdoors / September 14, 2023 / Comments Off on Understanding Cartridge Headspace

Many things must properly line up before a cartridge can be accurately fired through a firearm–and one of the most important factors is headspace. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on September 14, 2023 NEWS, TERMINOLOGY, HUNTING, CONCEALED CARRY, GEAR, FIREARMS Support NRA WomenDONATE Understanding Cartridge Headspace – NRA Women.com Firearm cartridges are made up of four main components: bullet, case, gun powder…

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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 an NRA 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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Know Your Doves

By North American Outdoors / September 6, 2023 / Comments Off on Know Your Doves

Identifying and shooting your limit of these fast-moving targets is one of the most highly anticipated activity of fall. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on September 6, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, TIPS & TACTICS, HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE Know Your Doves – NRA Women.com For many hunters, the opening of dove season signals the beginning of hunting season! Unless you live…

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Being a Markswoman in a Marksmanship World

By North American Outdoors / August 31, 2023 / Comments Off on Being a Markswoman in a Marksmanship World

What’s it like to be an active participant in traditionally male-dominated activities like hunting and shooting? This prolific NRA Women contributor offers her insight. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on August 31, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE Being a Markswoman in a Marksmanship World – NRA Women.com I have spent my entire adult life in what has…

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3 Ways to Be a Team Player at the Range

By North American Outdoors / August 28, 2023 / Comments Off on 3 Ways to Be a Team Player at the Range

Most shooters want to help each other and welcome new shooters to the range, continuing our shooting traditions and keeping the Second Amendment strong. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on August 28, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, LIFESTYLE, TIPS & TACTICS, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE 3 Ways to Be a Team Player at the Range – NRA Women.com The shooting community is a…

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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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Understanding Terminal Performance

By North American Outdoors / August 10, 2023 / Comments Off on Understanding Terminal Performance

We hear this term bantered about a lot when it comes to ammunition. But what exactly does it mean, and how does it affect your success in the field or for self-defense? by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on August 10, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, TIPS & TACTICS, CONCEALED CARRY, HUNTING, GEAR, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE Understanding Terminal Performance – NRA Women.com Terminal performance is…

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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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