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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Rising Shooting Stars: Charlotte Carroll
When Charlotte Carroll heard her older brother complaining about how “awful” the M1 Garand was to shoot, she couldn’t resist the challenge.
Ammo Awareness: .280 AI
This caliber is essentially a ballistic cheat code for magnum-like impact downrange and lighter recoil on your shoulder.
Wild Table with Savage Arms: Smoked Bison Brisket
Know how delicious beef brisket is? Many people think bison is even better. Why not try it and see?
First Impressions: Springfield Echelon 4.0C Pistol
This duty-grade compact semi-auto is "strong enough for a cop" but "made for everyday carry."
MidwayUSA Foundation & SK Guns: Making Giving Tuesday Great Again
This public charity that funds America’s youth shooting teams hopes to raise $500,000 in just one day!
Video Review: Marlin Dark Series Model 1895 Lever-Action Rifle
Marlin's Dark Series of lever guns brought the venerable platform into the 21st century, and the Model 1895 is no exception.
NRA Family Entertainment: Alabama's Rickwood Caverns Get Festive
It's called “Wonderland Under Warrior," and it's back for its eighth year of delighting families with an unforgettable holiday display.
Reviewed: Danner Pronghorn Hunting Boots
Have you heard the one about the hunting boot that lasted 20 years of hard use? It's not a joke or a dream ... it's a Danner Pronghorn.
8 AR-15 Mods That Are Easier Done Than Said
These do-it-yourself upgrades might be faster for you to complete than it was for us to explain how.
3 Warning Signs of Public-Range Gun-Safety "Issues"
Here's what to keep an eye (and ear) out for on the public range.
CCW Minute: How to Grip a Pistol
Silent, sage-like and short: Here's how to properly grip a semi-auto, in 60 seconds!
5 Steps to Organize a Youth Hunt
Organizing a hunt for young or newbie hunters may seem daunting, but if you follow these steps, you can expect success!
Watch NWTF's "Doctor Tom" on Fall Turkey Hunting
It's the most wonderful time of the year, and America's favorite game bird is front and center!
First Impressions: Kimber 2K11 Pistol
This all-new, full-featured line of double-stack 1911-style pistols offers performance and reliability with remarkable ammo capacities.
Fieldcraft Friday: Five Edible Wild Plants to Forage For
Foraging is a fun, healthy way for families to connect in the great outdoors.
Throwback Thursday: "Sinkbox" Waterfowling
If you’re a modern-day waterfowler reading this NRA Family story hoping to learn a new hunting technique that will help you increase your bag of ducks and geese, we're afraid you’re a bit late.
NRA Family Entertainment: Dashing through the Elk in Utah
Oh what fun it is to ride where the herds of wild elk play ...
First Impressions: Go Med Kits' First Aid & Care Essentials for Hunters
First aid in the field is just a little different for hunters ... don't be caught out without a hunting-specific first aid kit!
Video Review: Ruger American Gen II Standard Bolt-Action Rifle
It doesn't just look cool, it is cool. Here are the rest of the reasons it's our NRA Gun of the Week!
Attention, NRA Clubs: Check Out Our New Club Leadership & Development Online Course
NRA Clubs & Associations is pleased to offer this up-to-date online learning opportunity for current and upcoming club leadership.