Range

A woman in sunglasses and hat looking through the scope of her rifle.

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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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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7 Range Commands You Need To Know

By North American Outdoors / October 5, 2021 / Comments Off on 7 Range Commands You Need To Know

7 Range Commands You Need To Know – NRA Women.com In order to feel at home on the range, everyone should know safety commands like the back of their hand! by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on October 5, 2021 As the days become shorter and daytime temps get cooler, you start to see a noticeable increase in…

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Chamber: The Least Understood Part of a Firearm 

By North American Outdoors / September 14, 2021 / Comments Off on Chamber: The Least Understood Part of a Firearm 

Chamber: The Least Understood Part of a Firearm – NRA Women.com The data stamp on a firearm’s barrel is the road map to the chamber by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on September 14, 2021 If there ever was an “ah-ha” moment when teaching an NRA Firearms Training course, it is when I explain a firearm’s chamber. Most students understand the…

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Sighting-In Your Hunting Rifle Simply & Swiftly

By North American Outdoors / September 7, 2021 / Comments Off on Sighting-In Your Hunting Rifle Simply & Swiftly

Sighting-In Your Hunting Rifle Simply & Swiftly – NRA Women.com Properly sighting-in is a critical step to ensure a successful hunt … the good news is that it’s easy to do. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on September 7, 2021 Going to the range and sighting-in your rifle is one of the most important things you can…

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Waiting In the Wings: 6 Critical Dove-Hunting Facts

By North American Outdoors / August 23, 2021 / Comments Off on Waiting In the Wings: 6 Critical Dove-Hunting Facts

Waiting In the Wings: 6 Critical Dove-Hunting Facts – NRA Women.com Opening Day is just around the corner! Be sure to adhere to these important rules to ensure you are a successful and legal dove hunter. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on August 23, 2021 There is only one way to describe dove hunting: FUN! In many…

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5 Common Mistakes Firearms Instructors Make

By North American Outdoors / August 2, 2021 / Comments Off on 5 Common Mistakes Firearms Instructors Make

5 Common Mistakes Firearms Instructors Make – NRA Women.com NRA Firearms instructors are the best of the best–now here’s how to stay that way! When conducting NRA Firearms Training classes, always be on the lookout for techniques, methods or the lack thereof that might affect the quality of the course you are teaching. Whether you’re a…

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