USA Shooting junior rifle and pistol athletes, several who were competing in their first ever international competition, earned an incredible eight medals and quotas at the 2025 1st Junior Championship of the Americas (CAT Games) in Asuncion, Paraguay, Feb. 27-March 4.

Our friends at Primal Pioneer serve up this wild game twist on the classic St. Patrick’s Day meal, making a venison reuben sandwich.

Angie Perry coordinated and hosted her first ever women’s raccoon hunt in South Carolina. Find out why she chose the Ruger Carbon Fiber 10/22 for the task at hand.

Avery Skipalis provides an inside look at her journey as a GLOCK Advanced Armorer. From her early training to achieving advanced certification, she shares her insights and expertise with our readers.

Saturday at National Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic, Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever were joined by national sponsor onX Hunt to announce the expansion of its Public Access to Habitat (PATH) program to a national scale.

Allie Ellingson gives us a run-down of fishing spots in South Dakota. She should know, since she is an avid angler, and can be found fishing when not working for South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks.

Michelle Cerino gives us the run-down on choosing and using a non-lethal self-defense tool. She also offers tips and tactics for using pepper spray.

CCW Safe supports houses of worship across the United States in their efforts to prioritize the safety of their congregations with its House of Worship Volunteer Security Team plan.

Jackie Richardson uses an old paper tube to stamp easy, dandelion tea towels in this fun craft.

Avery Skipalis takes her son to the range, and gives us the run-down on safe range practices with youth who are interested in learning to shoot.

On February 28, 2025, the Texas Senate celebrated a significant milestone in women’s empowerment as it honored A Girl & A Gun for the 14th anniversary of its first Girls Night Out, held on February 28, 2011.

In part 2 of her instructive Reactionary Zones series, The Complete Combatant’s Shelley Hill gives us tips to operate with when SOME time is available in a threatening situation. It’s not a lot of time, just seconds, and demands quick thinking.

Move over Chevy Chase. Vera Koo’s family vacations contain harrowing events, heart-warming times together and travel to exotic locations.

Babbs says yes to the boots, and tries the new Lacrosse Alpha Deck boots in the Ozarks woods. Find out why she’s replacing her other deck boots and wants to order yet another pair of these wonders.

Defrost the wild duck in your freezer and give this recipe a try. Our friends at Nevada Foodies whip up a delicious Wild Duck Verde Stew using game from the sky.

She didn’t want to want it, but Michelle Cerino really likes the new Springfield Armory Echelon 4.0C and might just have to add this one to her firearms collection.

Babbs takes the Rossi Brawler to the local dump, and extols the virtues of this single action, one-shot wonder fun gun.

If you enjoy fishing then one of the best ways to challenge your skills, catch new species and see new places is through destination angling.

Barbara Baird attended a special panel at SHOT Show titled “New Efforts in the Industry’s Fight to Reduce Suicide.” Find out how retailers, range owners and others can become proactive in the efforts to help.

Rogue Preparedness explains her take on the pros and cons of making an investment in the purchase of a freeze dryer, in this featured post.

Lanny Barnes tells us why she decided to carry a concealed firearm, and how she mastered proficiency with it. Also, she delves into the importance of situational awareness, an absolute necessity regardless of whether you carry or not.

Jenny Anderson, “The Girl of 10,000 Lakes,” never thought she’s spend as much time as she does on the water. Find out how boating became a family tradition.

Avery Skipalis brings you a quick video on her experience as a GLOCK Armorer. She details how she got started, what she’s learned and how it has empowered her in the firearms industry.

This simple craft creates a sweet Clay Valentine Conversation Heart Garland. This can be made with kids of all ages.

Wildlife Forever, in partnership with the USDA Forest Service, is proud to announce the winners of the 4th annual Art of Conservation® Songbird Art Contest.

The Complete Combatant’s Shelley Hill kicks off part one of a four-part series on Reactionary Zones, with the MOST time you can expect for reacting to a threat.

Angler Allie Ellingson shares fond memories of walleye fishing with her grandpa, and transfers that knowledge to South Dakota – where she fishes successfully for the state’s ample walleye population. She shares tips and tactics with us in this post.

Syren pro-staffer Kate Ahnstrom is no novice when it comes to planning and hosting fundraisers using shotgun sports. Find out tips and tactics for creating the perfect fundraiser in your community.

In this featured post from Survival Mom, she tells us how to put together a well-stocked workplace emergency kit.

Beginning February 1st, customers who purchase any new Springfield Armory® SAINT® rifle or Hellion™ bullpup will qualify to receive a “Gear Up” package worth up to $250.

Gal Gab 2025 kicks off with pro-shooter Becky Yackley, who tells our intern, Anna, what she’d use to battle a giant, along with other important information.

AERO Precision’s marketing manager, Torrie Roodhouse, went on her first elk hunt with a group of hunters in Montana. Find out more about her experience and the gear, including a rifle, that didn’t fail her in the field.

Olympic shooter Gabby Franco discusses some pistol stances to build your confidence for self defense scenarios & while at the gun range.

Our fabulous intern Anna dips her toes into soap making by creating this melt and pour soap, which requires only simple ingredients.

The Complete Combatant’s Shelley Hill delves into research surrounding seniors and when and where they are vulnerable to attacks and thefts. Find out more here, and how you can, hopefully, prevent being target by society’s miscreants.

The Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation (SSSF) is proud to announce its new role as the governing body for the Progressive Position Pistol (PPP) Program! This exciting development marks a new chapter for the PPP program, which continues to thrive through a strong and ongoing partnership with USA Shooting, the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP), and the […]

Journalist Anietra Hamper shares her educational opportunity trying land-based shark fishing in the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach in Alabama.