Guns and Travel: Can I Take My Gun on a Road Trip?
Can I Take my Gun on a Road Trip? Each state you're planning to travel through has different gun laws, but don't let the differences ruin your vacation. Read more now!
Mace® Spray: A Comprehensive Guide to a Personal Defense Product
In a world where firearms play a significant role, responsible gun ownership is of paramount importance. Being a responsible firearm owner entails more than just possessing a firearm; it involves thorough weapon training, understanding the importance of firearm safety, and abiding by gun laws to prevent accidents (including when accidental discharges) and reduce gun violence.
National Preparedness Month: Are You Ready for an Emergency?
In a world where firearms play a significant role, responsible gun ownership is of paramount importance. Being a responsible firearm owner entails more than just possessing a firearm; it involves thorough weapon training, understanding the importance of firearm safety, and abiding by gun laws to prevent accidents (including when accidental discharges) and reduce gun violence.
Can You Carry A Gun Across State Lines? 3 Things Every Gun Owner Needs to Know
Whether you have a concealed carry license or not, if you will be traveling cross-country with your firearms while on vacation this year, particularly through states that may not be as “firearms friendly” as your home state, you’ll be happy to know that the federal Firearm Owners Protection Act, or FOPA, allows you to legally transport your firearms in your vehicle while you drive, so long as you comply with a short list of requirements found in what is known as the “Safe Passage” provision, or 18 U.S.C. § 926A.
Suicide Prevention Month: Shining a Light on Mental Health Awareness
As summer turns to fall, supporting good mental health takes center stage for many people. The months of September and October are dedicated to raising awareness of mental health issues and encouraging honest discussions about these challenges.
Building America: The History of Labor Day
Labor Day is often seen as an opportunity for a long three-day weekend full of BBQ, pool time, and maybe some dove hunting (because you can also grill dove poppers). And while it’s certainly nice to have a chance to unwind with friends and family, there’s more to the holiday than that. What is Labor Day about? How far back do its roots stretch, and why do we celebrate it to begin with?
School Security: Realistic School Safety and Security Needs
School security is a hot topic, and not without cause. And without school safety resources training and a general preparedness mindset, it likely won't get better.
The Ultimate U.S. LawShield Gift Guide
Holiday shopping can be challenging, but we’re here to help. Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift for a self-defense-minded friend or scouring the earth for hunting-related presents for a family member, we have you covered.
A Celebration of Service: Veterans Day in America
On the eleventh hour, of the eleventh day, of the eleventh month, the Great War comes to an end. The historical roots of what we now know as Veterans Day in the United States began over 100 years ago in France, when Germany signed an armistice agreement that would bring about the end of World War I.
How Much Ammo Should I Have?
Trying to figure out how much ammunition you should have on hand can sometimes feel like a return to college algebra. Depending on where you look, there are ammo calculations based on rate of fire in a The End Of The World As We Know It (TEOTWAWKI) survival situation, training time, and priorities of multiple platforms (think AR-15, shotgun, handgun, and so on, all of which typically require different ammo). It’s amazing these calculations don’t consider the moon cycle and rising tides as well. If you find yourself wondering “how much ammo should I have?” you’ve come to the right place. We’re going to simplify this process by taking a realistic approach to the topic of your ammo stash and storage.
