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Lori-Ann Murphy Wins Orvis 2015 ‘Breaking Barriers’ Award
Lori-Ann Murphy, founder of Reel Women, has been chosen to receive a 2015 “Breaking Barriers” award from Orvis. Lori-Ann held the first women’s-only, fly-fishing school in 1992. After that, she started her own guiding company, along with 2 other women, located in Wyoming. Today, she and 6 female fly-fishing guides lead trips all over the world, and conduct workshops, too.
...How I Went from #24 to #9 in 1 Year in 3-Gun
Michelle Cerino describes how she went from #24 to #9 in a similar 3-gun match in 1 year.
...Randi Rogers and Annette Aysen Winners at 2015 Single Stack National Championships and Revolver National Championships
Annette Aysen Wins High Lady in Revolver Nationals
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The Gunny and Miss Kansas Theresa Vail Take Aim & Talk Sniper History on ‘GunnyTime with R. Lee Ermey’
R. Lee Ermey aka The Gunny, host of “GunnyTime with R. Lee Ermey” on Outdoor Channel will be joined next week by none other than Theresa Vail, 2013 Miss Kansas winner, a 2014 Miss America top ten finalist, a Sergeant in the Kansas Army National Guard and an avid bowhunter. See details below.
...Mia and the Little Gal – Chasing New Zealand Bull Tahr
The Little Gal had tagged out on a dream stag, so it was my turn to chase a dream of my own—a bull tahr. Before I share the excitement of the hunt, you need to know the interesting background of the animals in New Zealand.
...NASP Archery Students Break Their World Records … AGAIN!
by Brittany Jo Jones
From Prince of Wales, Alaska to Washington DC, student archers, coaches, friends, and family descended upon Louisville’s Kentucky Exposition Center this past May 6-9. The draw for these archery enthusiasts was the 2015 NASP® United States National Tournament.
Average Outdoorsman Hosting an Outdoor-Themed Hat Auction to Benefit St. Jude’s
The Average Outdoorsman is hosting a hat auction, featuring hats that represent the outdoors, and some autographed by notables in the industry. All proceeds will go to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.
...Smith & Wesson® J-Frame Revolvers Now Available With LaserMax CenterFire™ Laser Sighting System
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (May 12, 2015) — Smith & Wesson Corp. announced today that select J-Frame Models (Model 642, Model 442, Model 637 and Model 638) are now available with a factory installed LaserMax CenterFire laser sighting system. Adding enhanced versatility to this popular line of small frame revolvers, the new models extend the company’s line of self-defense firearms.
...Armed and In Charge: Your 5 Next Purchases After Buying a Firearm
You’ve purchased a gun, but now what? Let’s look at 5 things that you’ll want to consider after purchasing a firearm.
...CrossBreed Introduces the All New Women’s Appendix Carry Holster
With softer leather and smoother corners, the Women’s Appendix Holster was designed specifically with the female body in mind. This holster is intended for popular small firearms and has no cant so it can be worn on the front side of the body. Featuring a CrossBreed® hand molded pocket for a perfect fit, we ensure the Women’s Appendix is your answer for any woman who wants to carry a small firearm in a front position.
...Girls with Guns Clothing Extends the Bikini Sale
You’ve got two more days to use our code HOT30 at www.gwgclothing.com to save an additional 30% off all clearance bikinis and board shorts.
Sale ends Tuesday May 12, 2015 at 11:59 PM PST. Don’t miss out!
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Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing Seminar on the Treasure Coast, Fla.
Are you ready to learn from the pros? Get ready to spend a weekend packed with hands on one-on-one seminars teaching you how to tie knots, throw a cast net, learn fly casting and much more! Meet new friends and network with an extraordinary group of people — people like you who love the outdoors! No experience needed! We even supply the tackle. We finish up the University with a day of fishing, reinforcing the techniques, tips, and tricks we’ve learned. Join LLGF at the beautiful Corinthian Yacht Club near Pirates Cove Resort & Marina from May 29-31, 2015.
...Marti Davis Afield: Turkey Gear that Works
Marti Davis took a bunch of new turkey gear afield on her annual turkey pilgrimage to southern Illinois. She did not feel disappointed, and tells you why this gear works. As a bonus, she added a few tried-and-true gear pieces that she will never leave home without, too.
...Rediscover the 4 Firearm Rules to Gain Field Cred (and Save Lives)
It was not without some hesitation that I mounted my trap gun and pointed it toward the mirror. I had it on good advice that if I were mounting my shotgun correctly, I would see my eye just over the bead. The vanity mirror in my bedroom was an unlikely place to practice, and I hesitated in order to consider the 4 rules of firearm safety. The circumstances and opportunities to use a firearm are always changing – from the gun range to the game fields, but the rules never change. Here are the rules and how to apply them to every situation:
...Bodie’s Turkey Hunting Essentials for Women
In April, I had the pleasure of spending a week turkey hunting with 6 amazing ladies from across the country. The group, organized by Becky Lou Lacock of Becky Lou Outdoors, convened in Mound City, Kan., to pursue Eastern wild turkeys on a semi-guided hunt with outfitter Wheeler’s Whitetails. Although I am an experienced upland bird, waterfowl and big game hunter, I am an admitted novice when it comes to calling in a big gobbler. This trip presented the perfect opportunity to learn from the other women in the group and find out from the them more about turkey hunting essentials for women.
...Not a Man’s World Any More: Jessica Elias Competes in BladeSports World Cutting Competition
Jessica Elias was the first female ever to compete at the Nationals for the BladeSports competition. It was held on May 2nd at the Ozark Folk Center State Park in Mountain View, Arkansas. She and six others have qualified to compete for the World Championship at the Blade Show in Atlanta, GA on June 6, 2015. The Blade Show is the world’s largest knife show.
...Register Now for Omaha WITO 16th Annual Women’s Workshop
Women interested in experiencing a relaxing, fun-filled day in the outdoors and meeting new friends are invited to an NWTF Women in the Outdoors event August 14th and 15th at Platte River State Park, Louisville, Neb.
...National Junior Olympics: Reminder of Sports Greatness
The arrival of the National Junior Olympic Shooting Championships at USA Shooting headquarters is properly positioned during the onset of spring; it is fresh, invigorating and welcoming. Moreso, during a busy Olympic/Paralympic run-up it provides renewed perspective. Amid the flurry of activity and stress of the sport’s elite attempting to earn Olympic/Paralympic quotas and doing all they can to individually fulfill their Olympic and Paralympic dreams, the Junior Olympics are a reminder of this sport’s greatest characteristics: fun, camaraderie, growth and the realization that your score is but one small element of the overall experience.
...Joyce Schmalz is ‘In the Wild Kitchen’
Meet food blogger Joyce Schmalz, who created “In the Wild Kitchen,” and is looking forward discovering where this endeavor leads her.
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