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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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Frangible Ammunition: Pros, Cons & Myths
How is frangible ammo different, and should you use it?
Fun Friday: 6 Things You Didn't Know About Pronghorn Antelopes
Get the skinny on the critter affectionately known as a "speed goat."
Throwback Thursday: A Frontier Flintlock Named Jacob
Of all the frontiersman's possessions, the most prized was his flintlock.
CCW: Buy the Best Holster You Can Afford
Sheriff Jim has some advice on your concealed-carry rig.
5 Fast, Affordable Gun Upgrades You (Yes, You) Can Do
You don’t have to be mechanically inclined to customize your favorite firearm.
Family Destination: Glacier National Park
The most spectacular, awe-inspiring mountain scenery in America? You be the judge!
SIG SAUER Academy Offers Adaptive Defensive Shooting Summit
Shooters with disabilities, mark your calendars for October 2020!
Weird (Ammunition) Science: Sabots, Buckshot & Blanks
Here are three less-common types of ammunition...and some very important things to know about them.
Reviewed: Taurus' G3c Concealed-Carry Pistol
Save some green without sacrificing comfort, features or reliability.
Shotshells: Interpreting the Numbers on the Box
The numbers printed on the top flap of shotgun shell boxes are a form of shorthand that states the specific purpose for the loads within
Trigger Squeeze
Here's how to learn to keep the sights still while moving the trigger.
How to Draw a Gun From a Wheelchair
There are more factors to consider for wheelchair users, but it's very doable!
NRA Mom Introduces BC Raskulls Apparel (For Your Little Rascals)
Christie Waddell's Bone Collector-inspired kids' clothing line for the Raskulls in your life.
Fun Friday: "Tremors" EDC Kit
Here's your everyday carry kit for when the graboids tunnel in your direction!
First Impressions: Rossi Rio Bravo
It's the lever-action rimfire plinker and varminter you've been waiting for.
Get a Grip (Angle, That Is)
The one subtle measurement that can affect a new shooter's success on the range.
Cool Jobs: Wildlife Biologist
Is this rewarding outdoor career for you?
How to Read a Ballistics Table
Don't be intimidated! All the work has been done for you.
Why Chest Holsters Make Sense For Backwoods Carry
Outdoor enthusiasts are turning to chest holsters to secure their personal defense firearms.
When Should I Replace My Gun's Springs?
Hints from NRA Publications' Firearms Inventory Manager for you.