There is no doubt that we are experiencing an ammo shortage of historic proportions — one that makes the ammo shortages of the Obama and Clinton eras pale in comparison. I don’t think anyone could…

I taught online college courses more than a decade ago. While I enjoyed most of the courses, I was quite flabbergasted by the speech class I was assigned. The curriculum for one particular…

I know I’m reaching back into my former world of teaching once again, but I couldn’t resist. It’s amazing how some of those concepts can translate to the world of firearms. Take “transitions,” for…

I don’t know if your New Year came in quietly (observed with family and friends) or with a bang (celebrated with fireworks and fanfare). But ours was relatively low key, as per the norm in my…

Have you gone to the store recently and been unable to find your usual ammo? You’re not alone. Due to the pandemic and civil unrest, there are ammunition shortages across the country. There are…

Today was the first time I shot in probably well over a month. I’ve been traveling and speaking and just keeping busy with a variety of activities and events, taking time out of practice. Luckily, it…

While digging through a full kitchen drawer in the hopes of purging and reorganizing its overflowing contents, I came across some delightful little “coupons” that my son had made for Mother’s Day…

I am fairly certain that some feathers may be ruffled when I say this, but that’s OK with me. We can’t grow and we can’t improve if we are blind to our errors or if we choose to overlook them. So…

I left the traditional classroom for the shooting range nearly a decade ago, and I haven’t looked back since. OK, I have looked back — a little. But not out of regret or remorse. I’ve looked back out…

Most gun owners — myself included — probably feel they will never find themselves in a life-threatening situation without a firearm. After all, maybe a less prepared individual will be caught off…

It’s a misconception that your gun is your best defense. Yes, a firearm is a fantastic equalizer and the correct way to defend yourself against a life-threatening attack. But what if the situation…

Firearms instructors are often viewed as wise, all-knowing experts. It is prudent for an instructor who is consulted regarding the best choices in EDC accessories to question the inquirer about his or her needs before making recommendations. Simplicity of operation, handling and maintenance should be high on the individual’s list.