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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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Arkansas Game & Fish Donates Poaching Fines to Schools
Three-quarters of a million dollars in fines, ready and waiting to be put to good use!
How to Master Magazine Changes
In a nutshell, if you can’t chamber a round, all the ammo in the world won’t help.
Throwback Thursday: Battle for Belleau Wood
This critical World War I battle lasted a month, pitting U.S. Marines against German forces in a fight for France itself.
Video Review: Cimarron Model P Single-Action Revolver
The year 2023 marks the 150th anniversary of the Colt Single Action Army, and this is one of the best reproduction designs we've seen.
How to Kick Your Shooting Skills Up a Notch (Or Five)
You're never too old or too experienced to take your shooting skills to the next level. Here's how!
First Impressions: CZ Shadow 2 Compact Pistol
Competition-grade accuracy that's sized right for concealed carry.
Wild Table with Savage Arms: Perfect Venison Burger
There's nothing more American than a wild-game burger ... here's how to make it perfect.
How to Tell If Your Gun's Safety Is On or Off
Not all guns have external safety mechanisms, but if yours does, it's important to understand how it works.
4 Things to Do Now So Your Rifle Hunt Won't be Ruined in November
Rifle season will be here sooner than you know ... make sure Murphy and his Law aren't invited!
First Impressions: Bear Swipe IV Folding Knife
This American-made assisted-opening blade deserves a regular spot in your pocket.
NRA Family Fun: Pyramyd Air Cup Competition Returns for 2023!
After three long years, this airgunning event is back (and expecting record attendance)!
Reviewed: Umarex Legends German MP 40 Airgun
This replica CO2-powered airgun is an affordable piece of 20th Century history.
Pow! Federal Launches Punch Ammo in 30 Super Carry
When a caliber designed just for concealed-carry meets ammunition perfected for defense, this is the result!
5 Ways to Stay Cool on the Range
"It's not the heat, it's the humidity!" Well, it's also the heat. Here's how to beat it.
Throwback Thursday: World War I & Americans on the Western Front
The United States entered the war in April, 1917, woefully unprepared for the size of the conflict.
Grandpa's Guide to Teaching Gun Safety
Grandpa and Grandma aren't the ones who do day-to-day discipline, so when Pap-Pap speaks, kids listen.
First Impressions: Springfield's New Hellion Bullpup Variants
With these two new longer-barreled variants, shooters have the option of increased downrange performance!
Wild Table with Savage Arms: Snow Goose Jalapeno Poppers!
Snow goose has an undeserved reputation for tasting "gamey," but this recipe will delight even picky eaters.
National Rifle Association Celebrates August as National Shooting Sports Month
The NRA is once again honored to partner with NSSF to promote and support National Shooting Sports Month
5 Favorite Handguns Under $500
Time was, a good-quality carry gun cost big bucks. Things have changed ... for the better.