NRA Family

NRA Family is a part of the NRA that caters to new shooters of all ages and their families. It aims to offer a welcoming and enjoyable way to explore shooting and outdoor activities. As a “lifestyle” resource, NRA Family provides helpful information on essential topics like gun safety, shooting techniques, hunting, camping, self-defense, and overall preparedness. Additionally, it features family-friendly outdoor locations, interesting historical facts, and a touch of humor.

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NRA Family | Wild Wings: 6 Young Women & Their First Pheasants

1 week ago | nrafamily.org | Mark Fike

As a public-school educator, gun writer, and leader of a youth outdoor club, I've had the unique opportunity to speak to youth about hunting and shooting sports. Over the years, I've formed some valuable partnerships with businesses and families that have not only enriched the lives of many kids, but built a stronger community of hunters and shooters as well. One of my most meaningful partnerships has been with the Snow family.
NRA Family | Reviewed: Federal Solid Core Ammunition

1 week ago | nrafamily.org | Frank Melloni

Nothing can ruin a camping trip or hike faster than unplanned visitors—and no, I’m not talking about that annoying guy you met on the trail a few miles back. Chance encounters with wild animals could end in catastrophe, particularly during springtime. This time of year is the unofficial “baby season,” and there are few more dangerous situations than getting between a mother and her kin.
NRA Family | Reviewed: Crosman M4-177 Air Rifle

2 weeks ago | nrafamily.org | Mark Fike

There are many gun enthusiasts who love M4/AR-style rifles these days. For that reason, I decided to give Crosman's M4-177 dual-ammo air gun a full review to see how it would perform on the range. UnboxingWhen I removed the air gun from the box, my first impression was that the rifle was a compact version of an AR. The rifle is sized so that small-framed and taller shooters alike can enjoy it.
NRA Family | Rising Shooting Stars: Jenna Boykin

2 weeks ago | nrafamily.org | Serena Juchnowski

Jenna Boykin of Port Clinton, Ohio always loved shooting, never passing on the opportunity to go. She was the only girl signed up for shooting at 4-H summer camp, but didn’t let that deter her. It wasn’t long after that she began accompanying her brother to the range. Jenna asked for a BB gun for her 10th birthday, a wish fulfilled by a close family friend who has since become her coach. It took a short two years for Jenna to wear out the BB gun and outgrow her basement range.
NRA Family | Reviewed: Crosman Mag-Fire Ultra Break-Barrel Air Rifle

1 month ago | nrafamily.org | Mark Fike

UnboxingThe Crosman Mag-Fire Ultra break-barrel .22 air rifle was a bit of a surprise coming out of the box for me. The first thing I grabbed was the scope., which is a 3x-9x-40 AO. Many times when a scope comes with an airgun, the quality of the scope is not the best. However, this scope not only looked good, but had the adjustable objective that I love using to make everything crisp when shooting.
NRA Family | 5 Simple Steps to Field-Dress Your Turkey

1 month ago | nrafamily.org | Mark Fike

A morning's heated conversation with Mr. Tom has ended with your shot, and you now have the duty of turning him into both a beautiful reminder of your hunt via a fan mount, and the enjoyment of putting the meat on the table for friends or family to share. Here are the steps to follow once you have the bird tagged and at home where you take care of this chore. Step 1—Preparation FirstCreate a clutter-free area that is comfortable to do some minor butchering.
NRA Family | Rising Shooting Stars: Karsyn Ross

1 month ago | nrafamily.org | Serena Juchnowski

You never know who you inspire. For a young Karsyn Ross, it was Texas shooter Kailyn O’Brien. “I first got involved with marksmanship when I went with my brother to a local 4H shoot and saw this girl shooting with a bunch of boys and beating them. I was about nine at the time and I thought she was the coolest girl ever.” Deciding she could do the same, Karsyn signed up for the shotgun club the next day. Under Kailyn’s mentorship, Karsyn began competing and won a high overall 4H belt buckle in 2014.
NRA Family | Reviewed: Kimber 2K11 Pistol

1 month ago | nrafamily.org | Frank Melloni

While many instructors gravitate toward teaching ultra-operator tactics and high-speed, low-drag types of shooting, for me, nothing is more satisfying than working with somebody brand new. I’ll never get to relive my “ah-ha” moments, but watching another experience theirs is pretty darn close. Of them all, nothing warms my heart like watching a newbie begin to understand the relationship between firearms and recoil, which admittedly isn’t at all what it appears.
NRA Family | Reviewed: GAMO P-430 Semiautomatic CO2 Dual Ammo Air Pistol

1 month ago | nrafamily.org | Mark Fike

GAMO makes quality airguns. Its P-430, although on the lower end of the pay scale, is no exception. It comes in a clear clam packaging ready for beginners or avid backyard air gun enthusiasts alike. When I cut the packaging around the pistol and started reading the directions, I worried that maybe this would be a tough review. The airgun was very lightweight, and the molded fit, although very comfortable in my hand, seemed more “mass production” than I was used to from GAMO.
NRA Family | Turkey Tactics: How to "Run & Gun" Safely

2 months ago | nrafamily.org | Mark Fike

"Running and gunning" is a popular method of hunting spring gobblers. In short, it's the practice of hunting turkeys by calling and moving spots every so often until you engage with a tom. It's effective, and offers a certain freedom that many hunters relish. But there are some things that can go wrong with running and gunning, so spring turkey hunters should keep these things in mind while using this tactic.