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Welcome to the fun side of life as an NRA family! We offer basic instruction in gun safety, gun handling, firearms facts and NRA news for new shooters of all ages!

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The Ins and Outs of Handgun Safes

Sun, 04/11/2021 - 01:41

Whether for added security at home, on the road or in your luggage, a small handgun safe is a wise investment…if you know what to look for.

Fun Friday: Mystery of the Dead Man's Gun

Fri, 04/09/2021 - 12:49

A bleached skull and a bent smoothbore rifle ... what would they tell us, if they could?

How to Choose a Knife

Thu, 04/08/2021 - 23:12

Bowie knives, drop-points, hawk-bills...which knife is best for what?

Throwback Thursday: Lewis & Clark Trivia Quiz

Thu, 04/08/2021 - 05:16

How much do you know about their groundbreaking exploration of America?

How To Make Sure You're Seeing Through a Scope

Wed, 04/07/2021 - 23:25

Ever been frustrated by "black clouds" when you're trying to look through a scope? Here's how to make sure you get the best sight picture, every time.

Old Sheriff's Most Outrageous Outlaw Oopses

Wed, 04/07/2021 - 02:26

There's dumb criminals, very dumb criminals, and then...these criminals.

F-Class: Ultimate Long-Range Shooting Challenge

Wed, 04/07/2021 - 00:47

Rifle competition at 1,000 yards? It can be done!

5 Best New Optics-Ready Micro 9mm Pistols for Concealed Carry

Tue, 04/06/2021 - 02:34

Optimized for CCW, these micro 9mm handguns all offer a 10-round capacity (or more)!

Disaster Preparedness for Families

Tue, 04/06/2021 - 01:07

Get your kids involved in disaster preparedness. It's fun for everyone and they can be a helpful asset in an emergency.

Video Review: New 2021 Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Plus

Mon, 04/05/2021 - 03:46

What does the "plus" stand for? More ammo capacity, more features, more fun!

How to Choose Your Child's First Rifle

Mon, 04/05/2021 - 01:59

There's no one-size-fits-all solution, but here are four things to consider.

Master the Prone Shooting Position

Sun, 04/04/2021 - 02:33

Our primer on how to get the best out of shooting in the prone position.

Rising Shooting Stars: Allison Zane

Fri, 04/02/2021 - 02:23

She's only 15, but this down-to-earth teen is already a top sponsored competitor.

Defensive Handguns: Don't Overlook Double-Action Revolvers

Thu, 04/01/2021 - 22:39

Revolvers are seeing a renaissance on the self-defense market.

Is Cheap Steel-Case Ammunition Safe to Use?

Thu, 04/01/2021 - 00:59

So, what's the deal with steel? Can you run your gun on a diet of steel-case ammo?

Throwback Thursday: Wild Bill Hickok

Wed, 03/31/2021 - 23:18

A man, larger than life, who brought high drama to the Old West.

First Impressions: Walker’s X-TRM Razor Digital Earmuffs

Wed, 03/31/2021 - 04:35

Comfortable, low-profile hearing protection, complete with Bluetooth? Sounds great!

Can You Keep Deer From Wiping Out A Food Plot?

Tue, 03/30/2021 - 22:57

So you're trying to develop a food plot, but the local whitetail are tearing it up before it's ready. Is the anything you can do?

5 Most Mispronounced Gun-Industry Brand Names

Tue, 03/30/2021 - 04:36

Go ahead and pretend you already knew how to say these; we won't tell!

What You Need to Know About .300 Blackout

Mon, 03/29/2021 - 23:00

From the original design history, to the differences between subsonic and supersonic bullets.

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