NRA Family


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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NRA Family Fun: Metal Detecting 101
Get into the great outdoors with your family to unearth what might just be real, actual "buried treasure"!
CCW Minute: Is the 5.7 Chambering Enough?
Join Shooting Illustrated's Kevin Creighton for a quick discussion of an oft-overlooked defensive caliber.
Whitetails Unlimited: $65K for Catch A Dream Foundation
Here's how a collection of shed antlers brings joy to kids with life-threatening illnesses.
Throwback Thursday: Battle of the Dead Men Walking
These two warriors had premonitions of doom before the Battle of the Thames ... were they right?
How to Clean Your AR-15
A clean gun is a safe gun! Join Shooting Illustrated's Jay Grazio for a step-by-step how-to.
First Impressions: XS Sights DXT2 PRO Series Night Sights for Glocks
This is the first "XS Big Dot" available with a green glow dot front sight, which offers a strong contrast in bright light, while glowing extremely brightly in low-light conditions.
Top 3 Tips for Game-Camera Success
Using a game camera or "trail cam" is simple, but do you know the three best ways to ensure you get good photos or video?
First Impressions: CZ P-09 NOCTURNE Pistol
Pianissimo or forte, this new-for-2024 pistol is composed for comfort and tuned for self-defense.
Watch Leupold's Project Hunt Winner: "Mile-High Muzzleloader"
Armed with a muzzleloader and fueled by 17 years of anticipation, contest winner Ryan seeks his first bull elk in the Rockies.
How to Create an Irresistible Whitetail Food Plot
Boost wildlife health and habitat while increasing your chances during deer season!
NRA Family Fun: World Champion Squirrel Cook-Off
This September 7, Northwest Arkansas will see the greatest collection of tree-range cuisine this year!
Reviewed: Tristar Viper G2 .410 Shotgun
Whether you’re after a new hunting gun to be used for geese, turkey, rabbits or more--or even one to be used to bust bright orange clays flying through the sky--TriStar has you covered.
Apply Now for 2025 NRA Foundation Grants
Could your shooting sports-related and safety program use a boost?
Daisy Unveils National BB Gun Championship Communication Contest Winners
They say the pen is mightier than the sword, but what about the smartphone and the BB gun?
Throwback Thursday: U.S. M3A1, the "Grease Gun"
Named after the mechanic's tool that it resembled, this military arm is now an extremely valuable collector's item.
E Pluribus Unum: NRA Clubs Make U.S. All Stronger
Your NRA is here to help you clear any hurdles to creating an effective club, including (and especially) your financial needs.
Savage Model 42 Takedown Survival Rifles' New Tactical Groove
The classic survival gun gets a modern makeover.
5 Cool Ways Your Family Can Enjoy Shooting Sports Month 2024
Remember, this month is about having fun, staying safe and sharing the joy of target shooting. Let's make August 2024 the best one yet!
First Impressions: Buck Commander's Buknoculars
It's not infrared and it's not night vision, but it is a way to extend "prime time" for better, more ethical shots.
Watch: How to Teach Youths About the Second Amendment
America's 1st Freedom Editor-in-Chief Frank Miniter and The Atlas Society's Jennifer Grossman discuss this critical topic.