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

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

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How to Measure Your Trophy

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Think you’ve made the record book? Don’t take chances. What you do in the hours after can determine if it will go into the record books or be rejected. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on October 9, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, TERMINOLOGY, HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE How to Measure Your Trophy – NRA Women.com If you are an avid hunter, you…

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How to Make Chuckwagon Camp Cowboy Coffee

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Once you have your first cup of cowboy coffee like they were made in TV Westerns, you will be forever changed. Here are the secrets to the perfect cup. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on August 7, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, LIFESTYLE, HUNTING, GEAR Support NRA Women DONATE How to Make Chuckwagon Camp Cowboy Coffee – NRA Women.com If you find yourself deep…

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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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How to Make the Most of Firearm Training For Seniors

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Being unprepared for age-related issues can cause delays in training and it can put an undue burden on the other students in the class. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on April 27, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, LIFESTYLE, CONCEALED CARRY, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE How to Make the Most of Firearm Training For Seniors – NRA Women.com The demographics of individuals seeking firearms…

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5 Ways to Stabilize your Rifle When Shooting

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There are various methods and products to help keep your steady as you ready your rifle to take a shot. Here are the basics. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on March 22, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, TIPS & TACTICS, HUNTING, GEAR, FIREARMS Support NRA Women DONATE Shooting from the benchrest position is the most common position rifle shooters use. This is the first position…

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How to Handle Game in the Backcountry

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Bears, mountain lions and wolves all want your freshly harvested game. Here’s how to make sure they don’t get it–or you! by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on March 7, 2023 NEWS, HOW-TO, HUNTING, TIPS & TACTICS Support NRA Women DONATE How to Handle Game in the Backcountry – NRA Women.com Large wildlife predator numbers are increasing throughout North America. The numbers…

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Campsite Safety: How to Hang a Bear Bag

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Knowing how to properly hang a bear bag can keep YOU off the menu. by HEIDI LYN RAO posted on March 6, 2023 NEWS, LIFESTYLE, TIPS & TACTICS, HOW-TO, HUNTING Support NRA Women DONATE There is no better image of hunting than the outfitter’s camp set up deep in the heart of elk country. The story is even better if it is…

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4 Ways to Purify Backcountry Water

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4 Ways to Purify Backcountry Water – NRA Women.com Whether you’re a backcountry hunter, camper or hiker, chances are you’ll need to replenish your drinking water by purifying a natural water source. Here are the most four common methods. When hunting or hiking in the backcountry or extended camping in a “dry” camp, it is…

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