Safety

3 Rifle Techniques to Take From the Bench to the Field

By North American Outdoors / February 6, 2024 / Comments Off on 3 Rifle Techniques to Take From the Bench to the Field

3 Rifle Techniques to Take From the Bench to the Field If you are a hunter and want to increase your chance of success in the field, practice these three things regularly. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on February 6, 2024 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, HOW-TO, HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE There are two types of individuals who practice at the rifle range:…

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Preventing the 4 Common Causes of an Accidental Discharge

By North American Outdoors / January 8, 2024 / Comments Off on Preventing the 4 Common Causes of an Accidental Discharge

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…

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5 Common Gun Range Mistakes—and How to Fix Them

By North American Outdoors / December 6, 2023 / Comments Off on 5 Common Gun Range Mistakes—and How to Fix Them

5 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…

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5 “Sense”sational Christmas Gifts for Gun Owners

By North American Outdoors / November 28, 2023 / Comments Off on 5 “Sense”sational Christmas Gifts for Gun Owners

5 “Sense”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…

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Layer by Layer: The Secrets to Staying Warm in the Winter

By North American Outdoors / November 8, 2023 / Comments Off on Layer by Layer: The Secrets to Staying Warm in the Winter

There’s nothing like cold, wet clothes clinging to your skin to ruin a winter outing. Knowing where and how to wear the proper materials will keep you warm, dry and safe! by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on November 8, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, TIPS & TACTICS, HUNTING, GEAR Support NRA Women DONATE Winter can be an exciting time of the year for outdoorsmen…

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3 Rules to Keep Your Firearm Training Class Safe

By North American Outdoors / November 6, 2023 / Comments Off on 3 Rules to Keep Your Firearm Training Class Safe

Your class, your rules, right? Well, kind of! When you conduct an NRA Firearms Training course, a private lesson or any other type of firearm training, there will always be rules to follow. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on November 6, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, TIPS & TACTICS, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE When you conduct an NRA Firearms Training course, a private lesson…

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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 Women DONATE Always make certain you have the proper ammunition that can safely be shot out of the firearm you will be using. To correctly match ammunition to…

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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 Firearms instructors meet some very interesting people. Everybody is unique and has their own needs. As instructors, we try…

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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 I have spent my entire adult life in what has traditionally been a male-dominated world as it relates to firearms.…

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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 It should go without saying that firearms instructors must put their students first when conducting shooting classes. Toward this goal,…

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