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Got a Firearm in the Home? Own It? Respect it. Secure It.
Last year, the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) ramped up its efforts to support safety and education campaigns, such as Project ChildSafe, with its Own It? Respect It. Secure It. (ORS) initiative. If you have a firearm in your home, you must read about this initiative.
...Women of Fishing Families to Hold Workshop Series with Fishing Partnership Services
The Women of Fishing Families is collaborating with the Fishing Partnership Support Services of Massachusetts to offer quarterly workshops geared toward women who work in the fishing industry or come from fishing families across the Cape & Islands.
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Hunting-Partner Relationships
Christine Cunningham explains the importance of the hunting-partner relationship, and lists 5 things that will make it work for you.
...7 Valentine’s Day Gifts for the Woman Who Shoots
What do you give to the shooting woman in your life? For women who love shooting, traditional gifts of chocolate and roses might not hit the bullseye in the target. So, while at various trade shows and throughout this past year, I’ve been looking for special ideas — and I give you 7 Valentine’s Day gifts for the woman who shoots.
...Register Now for DIVA WOW 2015 Ladies Annual Spring Shooting & Outdoor Clinic
Join the ladies of DIVA WOW at their Annual Spring Shooting & Outdoor Clinic on Sat., March 14, at the Elm Fork Shooting Sports in Dallas, Texas. The event runs from 8:30 a.m. to 4 pm.
...Meet Carol Craighead, Crossbreed Holsters
In 2012, Carol Craighead’s world turned upside down and right side out, after the sudden death of her husband, Mark, whom the shooting world respected as an innovative and fine businessman – the president of Crossbreed Holsters. “Mark was a wonderful husband and father,” said Carol.
...Win An Eva Shockey ‘Signature Series’ Bowtech Bow!
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...Ask Marti Davis: How to Buy a Gun at an Auction 101
In this installment of “Ask Marti Davis,” she details how to buy a gun at an auction. And, Marti ought to know, since she’s not only married to an auctioneer, but also works at gun auctions several times a year.
...#ShedRally – The World’s Largest Shed Hunt, is Back
PIKE COUNTY, Ill. (Feb. 3, 2015) – Coming in March, a hashtag will unite outdoor enthusiasts across America during the second annual #ShedRally – The World’s Largest Shed Hunt....
Registration Now Open for March Becoming an Outdoors-Woman, Louisiana
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) will open registration Jan. 30 for 125 participants in the 27th Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) Workshop set for March 27-29, 2015.
...Women’s Waterfowl Hunt
Follow along in this photo gallery, from Julie Golob, that features highlights of a trip she made to attend a women’s waterfowl hunt in southeast Missouri, along the Mississippi flyway, before Christmas.
...Women of Remington Outdoor Company: Jessica Kallam
Women’s Outdoor News is delighted to present a year-long series featuring the Women of Remington Outdoor Company. We launch it with a guest post from one of the industry’s hardest working and well-respected women, Jessica Kallam.
...Thompson/Center Arms™ IMPACT!™ Muzzleloader Receives ‘Readers’ Choice Award’ From Game & Fish/Sportsman Magazine
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (January 29, 2015) — Smith & Wesson Corp. announced today that the Thompson/Center Arms IMPACT! was recognized as the top performing muzzleloader by Game & Fish/Sportsman magazine. Thompson/Center Arms Brand Manager, Danielle Sanville was presented with the prestigious “Deer Gear Readers’ Choice Award” during the 2015 SHOT Show® in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Crossbreed Holster Purse Defender On Sale for Valentine’s Day
The Purse Defender ($52.95) is the latest newcomer to CrossBreed’s modular systems line of holsters. The Purse Defender is designed to fit into your favorite purse or handbag. It consists of a Kydex panel that is lined with Velcro to attach your molded modular holster to it. The Purse Defender l-shaped panel measures 9-inches wide by 6-inches tall, and the base is 3-inches wide. A Small Purse Defender ($49.95) measures 6.25-inches wide by 4.75 inches tall, and the base is 2 inches wide. I have also tested this model with my Shield, and highly recommend it. ~Marti Davis, Marti Davis Afield
...5 Mistakes to Avoid on Your Hunt – Have You Made Any of These?
One of my first duck hunts found me lying on my back in the bottom of a gully, with my gun to my chest and rain coming down. My companion, standing at the top of the cut looking down at my situation, did not call off the hunt. He did not immediately clamber down to my rescue. He turned with a brief look of annoyance at the delay. As he recognized my misfortune, his face turned to a smile and then chokes of laughter as he said, “I wish you could see yourself!” I was getting no sympathy.
...Savage Arms 11/111 Lady Hunter – A Rifle for the ‘Little Lady’
Mia Anstine reviews the Savage Arms 11/11 Lady Hunter, the perfect rifle for the “little lady.”
...Melissa Bachman to Appear at Grand Slam Club/Ovis Convention
Melissa Bachman, host of Winchester Deadly Passion, and huntress extraordinaire will be at Grand Slam Club/Ovis convention January 30-31 at the Grand Sierra Reno in Reno, Nev. Bachman is part of a roundtable of world-renowned bowhunters as well as hosting her own seminar on using calls and decoys all on Saturday, January 31. For a full seminar schedule, visit http://superslam.org
...Women of SYREN: Tanya Faulds
In this new series at The WON, we will meet women who shoot SYREN shotguns. We’re delighted to kick off these profiles with Tanya Faulds, a professional clay target shooter, who lives in the south of England with her husband, Olympic Gold medal shotgunner Richard Faulds.
...Remington Country Outfitters Offers Women’s-Only Rio Grande Hunt in Oklahoma
Women hunters, join us this spring in beautiful Oklahoma for an exciting 2 bird Rio Grande turkey hunt in Oklahoma. Hosted by Remington’s own Jessica Kallam, Manager of Media Relations and Expeditions. We have secured a full camp of 8 hunting spots during prime hunting dates in April at this location. Hunters can expect lots of action, fun, and fellowship.
...My First SHOT Show: 5 Things that Surprised Me
Guest writer Stacy Bright attended her first SHOT Show this year, and narrows down her list to 5 things that surprised her.
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