Dianna Muller — #LoveMy3GunFamily
“Did I give a better interview than Ryan? We’re not competitive at all,” jokes Dianna Muller, after I finish interviewing […]
Read MoreMy Shooting Sports Story: Corinne Mosher
“My Shooting Sports Story” is a place for people from all walks of life to share how they got started […]
Read MoreShe Never Quit: An Event Empowering the OutdoorsWomen
This past week, I had the pleasure of attending the Women’s Outdoor Media Association‘s (WOMA) 4th Annual She Never Quit event […]
Read MoreThe Ithaca Model 37 Shotgun—A Most Versatile Choice
A pump-action shotgun is one of those firearms that can quickly become an old friend. It has so many uses that memories are easily made. Some of them are plain-Janes—completely serviceable yet not much to look at—while others can be ornately bedecked with fancy scroll engraving and top-shelf walnut.
Read MoreShotgun Fit — A Key Component to Shooting Success
In a word, shotguns are awesome to shoot! They are just so versatile. Whether you’re looking for something when the wolf huffs and puffs at your front door, a short- to medium-range deer stopper, a tool for bringing home a pheasant dinner or one with which to enjoy a round or two of sporting clays, a shotgun will get the job done in style.
Read More10 Easy Ways to Celebrate National Shooting Sports Month
A day at the range is a day of fun: Learn to shoot, invite a newcomer, share a good time. […]
Read MoreGetting Started with Trap Shooting
During the 18th century, European hunters began releasing live pigeons from “traps,” which usually consisted of a hat placed over the bird prior to its release. That’s how the sport got its name, but today live pigeons have been replaced by clay discs (which are often referred to as “clay pigeons” in reference to the early use of live birds). Trap ranges are found throughout the country, and it’s a safe bet that there’s a range not far from you.
Read MoreShotgun Slugs — What Are They and What Can You Do With Them?
The shotgun is a very versatile firearm, capable of filling many roles. From breaking clay birds to calling in spring turkeys, the camaraderie of the duck blind and even in the role of home-defense, the shotgun has wide applications.
Read MoreShooting Clays | How to Hit a Moving Target
Hunting and competing with shotguns can be a lot of fun, but it’s also a real challenge. For instance, in the three primary shotgun sports—trap, skeet and sporting clays—you’re firing at a small orange clay disk being hurled through the air.
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