The Hunting Heritage

Why I Hunt

By North American Outdoors / February 28, 2024 / Comments Off on Why I Hunt

Why I Hunt There are endless benefits to hunting, but here are four of the main reasons that drive people to the field. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on February 28, 2024 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE If you have been hunting long enough, you have been asked “why?” by a family member or friend. This may be…

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“Hunting Matters” Talks with NRA Women Contributor Heidi Rao

By North American Outdoors / February 22, 2024 / Comments Off on “Hunting Matters” Talks with NRA Women Contributor Heidi Rao

“Hunting Matters” Talks with NRA Women Contributor Heidi Rao Our 2022 Woman of the Year’s reach extends well beyond NRA. Find out how you can listen to Heidi as she guest stars on this important podcast. by NRA WOMEN STAFF posted on February 22, 2024 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, HUNTING, PROFILES Support NRA Women DONATE Regular NRA Women readers know that Heidi Lyn…

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Youth Hunting Season Is the Best Season!

By North American Outdoors / January 28, 2024 / Comments Off on Youth Hunting Season Is the Best Season!

Youth Hunting Season Is the Best Season! If we are to continue the heritage of hunting, we need to keeping pass the torch to the next generations. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on January 28, 2024 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, HUNTING, TIPS & TACTICS Support NRA Women DONATE Beyond the four seasons of winter, spring, summer and fall, there is no season many…

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6 Dangers to Dodge While Hunting with Your Dog

By North American Outdoors / January 20, 2024 / Comments Off on 6 Dangers to Dodge While Hunting with Your Dog

6 Dangers to Dodge While Hunting with Your Dog The least we can do for our loyal four-legged hunting partners is to keep them safe from these ever-present risks. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on January 20, 2024 NEWS, HUNTING, TIPS & TACTICS Support NRA Women DONATE Like most people in my circle, one of my most favorite pastimes is…

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No Limits: Conservation Season is a Great Time to Take Up Waterfowl Hunting

By North American Outdoors / January 14, 2024 / Comments Off on No Limits: Conservation Season is a Great Time to Take Up Waterfowl Hunting

No Limits: Conservation Season is a Great Time to Take Up Waterfowl Hunting The Light Goose Conservation Order is an extended season created to control certain geese populations, suspending many regulations in place during regular waterfowl season. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on January 14, 2024 NEWS, TIPS & TACTICS, HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE When all the other hunting…

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Adding the Right Dog to Your Pack This Christmas

By North American Outdoors / December 11, 2023 / Comments Off on Adding the Right Dog to Your Pack This Christmas

Adding 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…

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5 Steps to Keep Hunters Coming Back

By North American Outdoors / September 15, 2021 / Comments Off on 5 Steps to Keep Hunters Coming Back

While introducing new people to hunting is a noble pursuit, retaining hunters is the key to saving the sport! by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on September 15, 2021 Some hunting organizations with the mission to recruit new hunters gauge their success by the number of individuals taken to the field every year. Most of these…

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When (and How) Should You Introduce Your Child to Hunting?

By North American Outdoors / August 31, 2021 / Comments Off on When (and How) Should You Introduce Your Child to Hunting?

Teaching your child to love ethical hunting takes time, but the rewards last generations. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on August 31, 2021 In the past few years, I have seen a positive change in the students in the firearms safety courses that I conduct. I am seeing a sharp increase in the number of mothers and…

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