Should Concealed Carry be Allowed in the Workplace?
Presently, although concealed carry is allowed in all states, many businesses have rules that prohibit employees from carrying in the workplace. As owners or renters of the private space, it is their right to make it a no guns property. There are several reasons for this decision. The business may be operating out of leased […]
Why Moms Should Concealed Carry
I know what you’re thinking: here we go. A message from a rabid pro-weapons proponent. This isn’t like that! For years I sided with my friends, fellow moms who were opposed to having guns in their homes. As a group, we didn’t support gun ownership. We hated guns. We could not imagine ourselves ever carrying […]
Tennessee Handgun Permits Changes
There has been a lot of hype over Tennessee’s announcement of a second option for concealed carry permit. Some like the National Rifle Association applaud the less stringent rules for obtaining the new concealed carry handgun permit. Others decry the lack of hands-on instruction. Prior to January 1, 2020, if you wanted a Tennessee Concealed/Open […]
Restrictions on Tennessee Carry Permits
The new legislation has provided Tennessee residents with a second option for carry permits. With the passage of the Senate bill, a new concealed carry handgun permit makes it faster, easier, and less expensive for those who wish to exercise their second amendment right to get a concealed carry permit. However, the new concealed carry […]
Why People Want Firearms
What is it about firearms that draws people to them? And, more to the point: Why do so many Americans want guns? It is merely their Second Amendment right? Do they feel a need for a gun in their house? The answer is probably as diverse as the people who own guns. The demographics of gun ownership […]
Marksmanship Competition
‘ Why make a decision to become involved in marksmanship practice and competition? It’s a question I am asked repeatedly. I can only imagine how much more often my female fellow marksmen get that same question! Why are people puzzled by my participation? It may well be a lack of understanding of what’s involved in […]
Concealed Carry Survival Stories
The most common reason for buying a handgun and training with it is self-defense. Most of us pray we’ll never have to use it. But sometimes this happens. These are stories of survival when being armed may well have saved a life. A veteran of three tours in Vietnam, Christine retired from the army and […]
STAY ALERT WHEN USING YOUR SMART PHONE
Technology is great and has become so prevalent in our everyday lives that it is rare if you find someone that does not have a smart phone these days. When we have some downtime, it is the perfect opportunity to check emails, respond to text messages, check you calendar app for appointments or important dates […]
Don’t Take Gun Safety For Granted
Gun safety rules and practice recommendations are intended to avoid accidental discharge or negligent discharge, or the consequences of firearm malfunctions. Their purpose is to eliminate or minimize the risks of unintentional death, injury or property damage caused by improper use, storage or handling of firearms. Those who practice safe gun handling have a respect for the destructive abilities of […]
5 Things to Think about When You Pocket Carry
It has become sort of trendy among concealed carriers to carry concealed in their pocket. It’s handy, doesn’t require the purchase of a special carry belt and many consider it quite comfortable. You don’t want to put just any gun in your pocket. Stuffing a .44 Magnum in your pocket would be pretty uncomfortable if […]
