As Team Ruger’s first junior competitor, Beth Walker is making a name for herself both on and off the range. At only 17-years old, she is an amazing example of the next generation of competitive women shooters and Second Amendment advocates. We asked Beth a few questions regarding her active lifestyle. Sponsored by Ruger The […]

Shotguns are one of the simplest types of guns to shoot. The way they point as opposed to the need to aim with a pistol or rifle make them very fun, fast and easy. Shotguns can easily get a bad rap with women and smaller–framed shooters, because the shooter often doesn’t have one set up […]

One of the most important things I believe a firearms owner needs to know (besides the fundamentals of shooting) is how to run her gun. A competent pistol shooter does much more than just shoot at a target and send lead down range – she becomes a gunslinger.  Sponsored by Springfield Armory Two years ago […]

There’s a daring concept at play here that can’t be overstated … and I like it. Before I received the GTM-155, I was taken aback by the willingness of Gun Tote’n’ Mamas (GTM Original) to upscale as classic an icon as the gentleman’s briefcase. Styles have ebbed and flowed, but the basic design of the […]

With spring, it’s time to change up the concealed carry methods for some of us. That means, it’s also time to practice, and who doesn’t like fresh, trusty drills? For this series of drills, we turned to Scotty Banks – training manager for GLOCK.  Sponsored by GLOCK FAST 4 Scotty has coined the term “FAST […]

Kim Rhode, competing in Changwon, South Korea, added to her legendary status in the sport by winning a fourth consecutive International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup event.

In April, 450 likeminded women gathered in Texas Hill Country for the 7th Annual A Girl & A Gun National Training Conference. Their ages (I had one lady in my class who was 72 year-old) and backgrounds varied, but they had one goal in mind – to train, train and train some more.  Sponsored by […]

Many people have different ways they prepare for shooting competitions. They go by what feels natural and comfortable. So, how I prepare for a shooting competition may not work for everybody, but it may work for some.  Here are a few things I do the day before any competition: Make sure I have all my […]

First-time buyers of any important purchase – whether a car, a trip to Europe, or a firearm –  all face the same initial questions and anxieties. The buying process itself can be intimidating, and in most cases, we simply don’t know what the first steps are and what to do once we have begun. Too […]

With Mother’s Day quickly approaching, I bet there are a few children and fathers scrambling to find the perfect gift for the mother who enjoys a shotgun sporting lifestyle. Here are my top 5 gift ideas to make this Mother’s Day one to remember. Sponsored by CZ-USA Field Sports The Perfect Shotgun Every mom deserves […]

Whether it’s Mother’s Day, or any of the other 364 days of the year, moms deserve to be recognized and celebrated. If you’re looking for just the right gift for the gun-lovin’ lady in your family, maybe one of these gift ideas will work. I threw in some tried-and-true items that I own, and recommend. […]

Kayla Kane is a dynamic young shooter from Texas who won High Lady at the Texas State Championships in the FITASC (aka, Federation Internationale de Tir Aux Sportives de Chasse) event last summer – when it was about 110 degrees.  Syren Savvy is sponsored by Syren USA She bested National Champion Desi Edmunds, and won […]

It was April of 2016. I was a shy, 13-year old who was extremely insecure, and my self-confidence was basically non-existent. I can remember seeing the confident girls and women playing softball saying, “Come with us, Makayla, you’ll have fun.” And every time I went with them, I was so scared of the ball that […]

A few years ago, I reviewed the Walther PPQ M2, and liked it. I’ve been carrying that firearm for a while now, especially in colder temperatures and under coats and jackets for concealed carry. Walther asked The WON to review its sub-compact version of this striker-fired pistol, the Walther PPQ SC, in the Law Enforcement […]

The 7th Annual A Girl & A Gun (AG&AG) National Conference Impact 2019, recently took place in the beautiful Texas Hill Country at the Reveille Peak Ranch from April 11 through April 14, 2019. Sponsored by CZ-USA Field Sports Facilitators arrived a few days early for their specific training sessions. On the 10th, members began arriving […]

I met Jen Barcklay at the Wyoming Women’s Antelope Hunt in 2016. I knew a little about her from her hunt application, but I was excited to learn more about her story. As someone who knows firsthand the healing benefits of hunting and shooting, I hoped that Jen and I would share a common connection. […]

As I mentioned in Part 1 of this 2-part series, “Best Personal Gun Accessories and Gear for 2019,” Amazon is one of my favorite places to shop. For Part 2, Tactical Gun Accessories, I looked to several well-known companies, as well as online stores to find practical, tactical gun accessories.  She Shoots 2 is sponsored […]

Although I know it’s not supposed to be a fashion statement, off-body every-day-carry (EDC) should be seasonal and appropriate for the outfit. When choosing my CCW handbags for warmer weather, I look for brighter colors and lighter weight designs.  Sponsored by GTM GTM-66 American Cowhide Vertical Shopper The white cutout panel of the GTM-66 American […]

In this guest review, renowned firearms trainer Il Ling New gives us her honest opinion of Vera Koo’s book, “The Most Unlikely Champion.” Il Ling read the book twice, and it’s safe to conclude that it changed her life. ~BB What would you do if life handed you not 1, not 2, not 3 … […]

The SAINT Victor series of rifles and pistols from Springfield Armory are designed as purpose-built defensive firearms, and manufactured to professional standards for unrivaled performance. Never before has Springfield Armory offered the popular SAINT family of rifles in an AR-10 platform, until now. For those who prefer the .308 Winchester/7.62 NATO cartridge, the SAINT Victor […]

The newsletter from Girls with Guns Clothing touted this heading: “Spring Styles That Are M-I-N-T To Be + Hunt With Us During Ladies Week In November.” How could I not check this one out?  GWG Life is sponsored by GWG clothing I clicked through to the home of Girls with Guns Clothing online, to its […]

Every American should own a rifle. From youngsters with little .22 Crickets to old guys with their M1 Garands to women with rifles fit for them, so in particular, the popular AR style. I’m an advocate of changing a gun to fit your needs. I’m going to share a few of my favorite things that […]

The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) and the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) today unveiled a new video series, “Many Paths to Firearm Safety,” to help new and potential gun owners understand the responsibilities they have if they decide to keep a firearm in their home.   The series reflects that more Americans—especially women—are buying guns […]

Often, during competition shooting, a match designer sets a barricade somewhere within a stage. As a competitor, it’s important to know how to shoot from various ports and steps. For successful barricade shooting, a shooter must build a sturdy shooting platform for the firearm.  Gear Up is sponsored by Springfield Armory The Barricade Although there […]

Back by popular demand, and better than ever, the CZ Bobwhite G2 is still a traditional, double-trigger, side-by-side shotgun with an English-style grip. For 2019, CZ-USA has added a lighter CNC-ed receiver, has upgraded the internals, and given the receiver a hardier finish.  CZ-USA’s done all this at a price that’s hard to beat. The Bobwhite G2’s straight stock makes […]

Syren pro-staff member Dee Orr, who is a long-time Sporting Clays shooter, now lives in Florida (after many years in Maryland). Thus, she has taken Florida by storm by working with the Florida Sporting Clays Association (FSCA) and a group called the FSCA Honeybelles (which is an orange – hence its logo). Guys in the […]

The Scholastic Action Shooting Program is excited to announce, that after a five-year hiatus, the SASP Junior Olympic Development Camp (JODC) is back. This is a great opportunity for SASP athletes and coaches to learn more about the Olympic disciplines of Air Pistol and Sport Pistol.  You will be learning from Olympic coaches and former […]

As more women are gaining an interest in the shooting sports, we are finding more female gun-store staff at retail counters and in management positions within the industry. I wanted to talk with some of these ladies whose profession is in the retail firearms workplace. Since I am the female owner of a firearms store, AZFirearms, […]

I’m so excited to have found range gear that stands out among a sea of black, OD and grays. Zero In For Her, a female owned company, designed range gear for women that is not only cute and sassy, but also, functional and well built.  Zero In For Her Range Bag How cute is this […]

As a mom-to-be, Ali Juten has her hands full exploring all she can about firearm safety and becoming a parent. It’s hard to imagine that her new baby will ever be without her, let alone at a sleepover but, it is inevitable. Someday, Baby Juten will spend time at her friend’s house, in the care […]

Just recently, I received the opportunity of a lifetime – to take a lesson with master sporting clays and wing shooting instructor Daniel Schindler of the Paragon School of Sporting. After spending time on the range with Daniel, I came away knowing why it’s not only important to know why I missed the target, but […]