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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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Launching 2023: KelTec R50 Rifle
Because KelTec doesn't just think outside the box ... they deny that there's a box at all.
8 Questions to Ask Your Gunsmith Now
Ask the right questions before getting work done on your gun.
Compete in IDPA, Build Practical CCW Skills
Become a better handgunner with International Defensive Pistol Association competitions.
How to Diagnose (& Fix) Failures to Feed and Fire
Keep your muzzle pointed downrange, keep your finger off the trigger, and keep this article handy!
Cool Jobs: Young Adult Adventure Writer
Writing and outdoor adventures go hand-in-hand.
NRA Challenges ATF Brace Rule
This NRA-backed and supported lawsuit challenges the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives' (ATF) unlawful rule on stabilizing braces.
How to Choose the Best Turkey-Hunting Shotgun
It's almost Thunder Chicken Time! Do you have the right shotgun?
Throwback Thursday: Audie Murphy, WWII Hero & Movie Star
From the battlefield to the box office, Audie was a true American hero.
How to Choose the Right Leather Holster
Here's what to look for when you're seeking the right retention device for your handgun.
Reviewed: Taurus TX 22 Compact Pistol
Learning the basics on a simple yet reliable gun is priceless, and Taurus does not disappoint.
GAOS Magic: The Great American Outdoor Show's Family Fun
This storied event is more than a gun show ... it's a nine-day jubilee for hunters, shooters and outdoorspeople.
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.
5 Most Mispronounced Gun-Industry Brand Names
Go ahead and pretend you already knew how to say these; we won't tell!
Did You Know? Now's the Time to Scout for Big-Game Sign!
Here are some easy and effective things you can do right now to ensure a full freezer this coming fall.
How to Choose Eye & Ear Protection For Shooting
Gun safety goes beyond the Three Rules; protect your vision and hearing, too.
Launching 2023: Taurus Raging Hunter 10.5" in .460 S&W Magnum
If your big-game adventures take you into big-bear territory, here's the big-bore revolver to bring along.
Fun Friday: Old Sheriff's Favorite Dumb-Criminal Moments
Your average lawbreaker ain't exactly Professor Moriarty.
Launching 2023: Bergara B14 Wilderness Ridge Carbon Rifle
Bergara quality at a family-friendly price? Yes, please!
Throwback Thursday: History's Longest Duel
It started with an insult and glove-slap, but ended in "bromance."
Rising Shooting Stars: Morgan Leonhardt
She may not be old enough to drive, but this New Orleans phenom is racing to the top of the competitive shooting world!