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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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Teaching My Grandson to Shoot
Times, clothes and customs may change…but this bond does not.
How to Keep Shooting Fun For Beginners
Parents and grandparents are in for a lot of enjoyment when their kids get old enough to begin learning to shoot.
Defensive Handgun Training: 3 Critical Fundamentals
Regardless of how you are learning to defend yourself with handgun, you need to master what one famous trainer called the Combat Triad.
How Terminal Ballistics Helps You Choose the Right Ammunition
Terminal ballistics helps you determine which cartridge is best for you and your gun.
Video Review: Thompson/Center T/CR22 Rifle
A suppressor-ready rimfire rifle with some interesting twists.
Follow-Through: Accuracy’s Finishing Touch
Want to hit more bullseyes or break more clays? Practice staying in shooting mode until after the shot is fired.
All About the Owl
Whooo...whooo...whooo...who are you?
Early Birds: Late-Summer Wingshooting
It’s commonly known that hunting season kicks off with the opening of dove season on September 1.
Fun Friday: Hunter Superstitions
“Don’t ya think it’s about time to break down and buy another cap?” I asked my elk-hunting buddy Dave as we readied our gear for another trek up a Colorado mountain.
On-Body CCW For the Disabled: Holster Designs
On-body concealed-carry can be a challenge for the disabled. Here are some helpful guidelines.
Charlie Daniels & The Journey Home Project
Charlie Daniels has a strong love for our country’s military.
Throwback Thursday: Kim Rhode on Competitive Shooting
Olympic medalist on having the mindset to win.
NRA Youth Shooting Sports Ambassador Brielle Smith Reviews: Gargoyles Sunglasses
What does the next generation of shooters love?
Family Destination: Acadia National Park
Bask in the dog days of summer at this awesome family destination in Maine.
Streak Visual Ammunition: Non-Incendiary Tracer Ammo
Shed a little light on your shooting skills...safely!
Trigger Control: How to Make Every Shot Count
From tactical to smallbore competition to big game, success depends on trigger control.
Smith & Wesson M&P Pistol Armorer Tip
When faced with a difficult task we are inclined to buckle down, put forth tremendous effort and apply maximum force.
Trigger Pull Weight: Is Lighter Always Better?
That all depends on the shooter, the gun and its intended purpose.
Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Handguns: Train More for Less
Here's one way to keep those critical shooting skills sharp without breaking the bank.
Shine On, You Crazy Lynx
Fun facts about this North American wildcat.