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IDPA Competitions: Practical Guns & Practical Gear Build Practical CCW Skills
Get out of the target-shooting rut and become a better handgunner with International Defensive Pistol Association competitions.
Carrying Handguns While Hiking: Pros vs. Cons
CCW and open carry in the backwoods is a hot topic right now; here are one expert's thoughts.
3 Guns For The End Of The World As We Know It
Fire up the R.E.M.: It's TEOTWAWKI (and you should feel fine).
Getting Back In the Zone
Read what three expert shooters do to "re-set" themselves when they start to overthink a shot or get distracted.
The Ins and Outs of Handgun Safes
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.
11 Things You Need In Your Survival Kit
With the right-or wrong-luck, anyone can become lost in the outdoors. That's why it's critical to bring a survival kit with you every time you venture into the wilderness.
How to Choose a Knife
Bowie knives, drop-points, hawk-bills...here's what all the terms mean, and which knife is best for what.
Don’t Forget Rabbits and Squirrels
Remember those crazy days of October and November when seemingly every whitetail in the woods was on the move?
Doctor's Rx To Defeat Ticks & Lyme Disease (Part 1)
Ticks and tick-borne diseases can be quite serious. Here's what you need to know.
8 Awesome Summertime Family Trips
Planning a summertime trip for your family? Look no further!
Throwback Thursday: Handguns of World War I
Handguns have been part of a soldier's toolset for hundreds of years. What was different about World War I?
Save Your Spine: How to Pack a Backpack
Here's how to carry everything you need without hurting your back.
Shooting Fundamentals: Hold Control
Our simple tips for making every shot count.
5 Need-To-Know Trigger Terms To Help You Shoot Better
Okay, what's "trigger creep"? And "take-up"? We explain those terms you keep reading in gun reviews.
First Impressions: Howard Leight by Honeywell Shooting Glass Lens Tints
Wearing rose-colored glasses is great for busting clays (for major life choices, not so much).
Sporting Dogs Make Great Family Pets
So you're looking for a dog that will be as well-behaved at home with your little ones as he is in the field. Here are some suggestions for hunting dogs that also make great pets.
The Importance of Shotgun Range Etiquette
Some advice from a six-time Olympic medalist on how to make yourself welcome at any range.
Gun Sights 101: Iron Sights, Pt. 1
We've talked a lot about how guns function. Here's how to make them really work for you.
Pistol Grip Shotguns: Great or Gimmick?
A staunch supporter of full-sized scatterguns takes another look at pistol grips.
Pistol Shooting Positions: Part II
Getting into pistol competition? Here’s what you need to know!