YOU PASSED THE COURSE AND GOT YOUR PERMIT. NOW WHAT?
Many shooters have difficulty after they have finished their handgun safety and training course and gotten their permit trying to figure out what to do next. In most sports, you take the training skills classes and then go out a play a game, join a team or play at the gym or rec league in […]
TIPS FOR CARRYING CONCEALED THIS SUMMER
Now that summer is coming, the temperatures are rising and extra layers of clothing are coming off. The same problem challenges those of us who choose to protect ourselves with concealed carry every year: how can I keep my firearm out of plain view while maintaining some level of comfort? There are three locations […]
ARE YOUR CCW SKILLS LACKING?
A concealed carry class is one of the first steps you can take towards expanding your gun knowledge, improving your self-defense plan, and preparing for future threats. Any proficient concealed carrier hones their skills at the range, but a Concealed Carry Weapons class taught by a certified handgun instructor can boost your firearms skills up […]
WHEN IS THE USE OF DEADLY FORCE JUSTIFIED?
If you keep or carry a gun for self-defense, you should understand the circumstances under which the use of deadly force is warranted. In 49 states (all except Texas), lethal force is only authorized when serious harm is presumed to be imminent. Even in situations where self-defense is legally justified, there can be serious civil […]
GIVE YOUR MOM A CONCEALED CARRY PERMIT FOR MOTHER’S DAY
While the definition of “senior citizen” varies a lot, it usually is defined as those age 60 (or age 65 in several states) and older. “Senior citizens” now represent the most rapidly growing segment of the United States’ population. Some estimate that currently one in every eight Americans is age 65 or older, a […]
DO YOU HAVE A HOME DEFENSE PLAN IN PLACE?
Personal protection does not end when you enter your home. While your home does feel like a safe space, you need to have a plan in place to defend your loved ones and your home against bad guys. Having a home defense plan allows you to prepare for when that safe space isn’t so safe […]
5 REASONS YOU NEED FIREARMS TRAINING
Getting solid hands on firearms training is important. It is not enough to visit the firing range and do some target shooting or watch a video on how to shoot your pistol. Having the best pistol or ammunition or equipment will not guarantee that you are able to protect yourself and your family. Here are […]
SPRING BREAK WITH YOUR CONCEALED CARRY HANDGUN
In most areas around the country, it is spring break. For many that means family vacations. Concealed carriers carry daily—-even on the road. Here are a few tips to keep yourself and your family safe and in compliance with the law while traveling Know your state-to-state reciprocity Not all states acknowledge each […]
OPEN CARRY AND ALCOHOL DO NOT MIX WELL
St. Patrick’s Day has evolved from its Irish-Catholic roots of observing the country’s patron saint into one of the biggest global parties of the year. An estimated 133 million people are expected to join the holiday celebrations this year. More than 25% of the people will celebrate in a bar or restaurant. Does that include […]
FOUR GUN SHOOTING FUNDAMENTALS
There are many fundamental factors involved in shooting a handgun well- stance, grip, aim, sight alignment, trigger control, follow through and keeping your feet firmly planted on the ground. Here, we focus on 4 key fundamentals of shooting. Stance A good shooting stance provides a strong, stable platform, which is crucial for […]
