Deer Camp Lessons: Reading the Signs of Shot Placement

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By watching the behavior of your deer, you can identify where the shot landed. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on November 10, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, TIPS & TACTICS, HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE Deer Camp Lessons: Reading the Signs of Shot Placement – NRA Women.com With deer season comes deer camps, telling tall tales around the campfire, and creative excuses as…

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4 Mistakes to Avoid When Introducing Kids to Hunting

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Mentoring youth hunters means dedicating the time, expense and providing the right equipment for the best outdoor experiences possible. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on October 11, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, TIPS & TACTICS, HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE 4 Mistakes to Avoid When Introducing Kids to Hunting – NRA Women.com Many kids look forward to getting in the field for their…

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4 Rules of Camping Etiquette

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June is National Camping Month. But no matter what time of year you decide to camp, it’s always important to be a good neighbor. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on June 5, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, LIFESTYLE, TIPS & TACTICS Support NRA Women DONATE Being a good neighbor is always important, especially when camping. The good news is that you already have…

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Viewing Party: 3 Rules to Follow When Viewing Wildlife

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These visitors to Yellowstone National Park are way too close to this bison. Find out what else to do–and not to do–when you are in wildlife habitat. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on May 31, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, TIPS & TACTICS, HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE Wildlife watching appeals to everyone: from birdwatchers to campers to hunters in the off-season. This…

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5 Ways to Minimize Deer Wounding Loss

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Hunters should do everything they can to mitigate the chance of losing their game once the trigger is pulled. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on May 18, 2023 NEWS, TIPS & TACTICS, HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE 5 Ways to Minimize Deer Wounding Loss – NRA Women.com Wounding loss of game animals is a big concern for everyone involved in…

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How to Be a Courteous and Ethical Hunter

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How to Be a Courteous and Ethical Hunter – NRA Women.com An ethic is an unwritten rule for the way we behave and act when no one else is watching, and this especially pertains to hunting. What does it mean to be a courteous and ethical hunter? Most all of us were raised to follow…

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NRA Woman Heidi Lyn Rao Guests “Hunting Matters” Podcast

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NRA Woman Heidi Lyn Rao Guests “Hunting Matters” Podcast – NRA Women.com The Houston Safari Club Foundation’s fan-fave podcast guest-stars our 2022 Golden Bullseye Award winner. by NRA WOMEN STAFF posted on May 2, 2022 NEWS, PROFILES Support NRA Women DONATE When we awarded Heidi Lyn Rao our 2022 Woman of the Year Golden Bullseye this year, Houston Safari Club Foundation‘s (HSCF) “Hunting…

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If You Want a Record Tag – Know the Rules

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If You Want a Record Tag – Know the Rules – NRA Women.com The rules of entering a trophy have been updated to accommodate new technologies and principles of Fair Chase. Say you’re finally going on that dream hunt, a hunt that you have dreamed about going on as long as you can remember. You…

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Sighting-In Your Hunting Rifle Simply & Swiftly

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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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