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  31. <title>Glamping 101: Everything You Need to Know to Start Glamping</title>
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  35. <pubDate>Fri, 29 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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  39. <description><![CDATA[Whether you’ve never tried glamping before or just want to know more about this relatively new pastime, consider this your complete guide. ]]></description>
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  41. <p>The first time I heard the term “glamping,” I was working for an outdoor recreation magazine dedicated to real roughing it, and—I’ll admit it—I scoffed at the idea.</p>
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  45. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" width="960" height="739" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Airstream-at-Autocamp-Russian-River-1150x885-1.jpg" alt="Airstream-at-Autocamp-Russian-River" class="wp-image-90282" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Airstream-at-Autocamp-Russian-River-1150x885-1.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Airstream-at-Autocamp-Russian-River-1150x885-1-300x231.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Airstream-at-Autocamp-Russian-River-1150x885-1-768x591.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
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  49. <p>Why pay for a fancy canvas tent and catered s’mores when I could pitch my trusty backpacking tent on public lands for free? Why, exactly, would anyone be interested in that? A lot of reasons, as I’ve come to discover since then.</p>
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  53. <p>Glamping isn’t exactly camping, but that’s the whole point. More nature-focused than any hotel room, but more comfortable than snoozing on a sleeping pad on the ground, glamping resorts provide their own experience. Maybe you’re interested in tent camping, but want to ease into it first. Maybe you’re used to tent camping and wouldn’t mind a little extra pampering for once. Maybe you just like being close to the great outdoors, but with a flush toilet nearby. In all those cases, glamping could be just the thing for you. Whether you’ve never tried glamping before or just want to know more about this relatively new pastime, consider this your complete guide. </p>
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  57. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" width="960" height="590" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/glamping-in-an-airstream.jpg" alt="glamping-in-an-airstream" class="wp-image-90283" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/glamping-in-an-airstream.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/glamping-in-an-airstream-300x184.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/glamping-in-an-airstream-768x472.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  58.  
  59.  
  60.  
  61. <p>What is glamping?</p>
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  63.  
  64.  
  65. <p>The origins of the word “glamping” come from “glamourous” plus “camping.” The term is a broad catch-all for many different types of magical and unique accommodations. In general, glamping means staying somewhere with close access to nature, but with more creature comforts than a traditional campground.&nbsp;</p>
  66.  
  67.  
  68.  
  69. <p>What makes glamping different from camping?</p>
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  73. <p>When you go tent camping at a traditional campground, you set up your own tent and sleeping materials and often do your own cooking on a <a href="https://www.territorysupply.com/jetboil-vs-msr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">camp stove</a>, grill, or campfire. Your tent won’t have any climate-control technology or Wi-Fi. Bathroom facilities might have running water and flush toilets, or they might be outhouses or nothing at all. The great outdoors will be right outside your tent door, and you’ll pay a modest price (Campsites can range from about $50 per night to free, though most commercial campgrounds charge roughly $10-20 per night).</p>
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  76.  
  77. <p>When you’re glamping, on the other hand, your shelter will be set up for you, usually outfitted with a bed and other furniture. It might have heating, air conditioning, electricity, and Wi-Fi. And you’ll often have access to on-site restaurants, s’mores around a communal campfire, and/or included <a href="https://www.territorysupply.com/nonalcoholic-drinks-adventurers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">cocktails or wine</a>. Bathrooms range from outhouses to communal bathhouses to luxurious private facilities stocked with organic bath products. With all these amenities, glamping costs a lot more than tent camping—sometimes as much as a luxury hotel room. </p>
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  80.  
  81. <p>RV camping blurs the line between these two disciplines. In fact, some glamping resorts put you up in RVs. In this case, the only real difference is whether or not you provide the RV, how much you pay per night, and what other amenities are available at the resort.</p>
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  87.  
  88.  
  89. <p>What types of glamping accommodations are there?</p>
  90.  
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  92.  
  93. <p>Glamping encompasses a wide variety of shelter types. The first one that probably comes to mind is a canvas tent. These come in various shapes and sizes, from Native American-style tipis to safari tents to other creative geometries. The tents tend to be large, accommodating entire families with multiple beds and other furniture. They’re often placed on wooden platforms with patios or decks.&nbsp;</p>
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  96.  
  97. <p>Continue reading &#8220;Glamping 101: Everything You Need to Know to Start Glamping&#8221; from our friends at Territory Supply <a href="https://www.territorysupply.com/glamping-tips" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>. </p>
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  103. <title>Her Story: My Time at the Adaptive Defense Shooting Summit </title>
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  107. <pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
  108. <category><![CDATA[Shooting News & Events]]></category>
  109. <category><![CDATA[Shooting Stories]]></category>
  110. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
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  113. <description><![CDATA[Carol Weaver tells her story of her time on the Sig Sauer Range with the Adaptive Defense Shooting Summit, with beautiful accompanying photos by Erinn O’Donnell.
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  116. <p><em>This is a guest post written by Carol Weaver, a woman who is new to the world of shooting. Because of her physical challenges, she accepted an invitation to the prestigious Sig Sauer Academy and its annual Adaptive Defense Shooting Summit. This is her story about how this experience changed her life.~ BB</em></p>
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  120. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/on-the-range-with-ADSS-23.jpg" alt="on the range with ADSS 23 Adaptive Defense Shooting Summit" class="wp-image-89615" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/on-the-range-with-ADSS-23.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/on-the-range-with-ADSS-23-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/on-the-range-with-ADSS-23-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  121.  
  122.  
  123.  
  124. <p>I was encouraged by a friend to join the Adaptive Defense Shooting Summit (ADSS) held at the Sig Sauer Academy in Epping, New Hampshire, this past September. I had never shot a handgun prior to this event; however, after a serious accident the year before, it was something I knew I could independently do – unlike so many other endeavors. Little did I know how much independence it would afford me in my everyday life!</p>
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  128. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Trevor-Baucom.jpeg" alt="Trevor Baucom" class="wp-image-89617" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Trevor-Baucom.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Trevor-Baucom-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Trevor-Baucom-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Trevor Baucom created the ADSS, and is the man who is third from the left in this photo.</figcaption></figure>
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  130.  
  131.  
  132. <p>First, let me start by saying Trevor Baucom, the creator of ADSS, was amazing at answering all of my questions prior to the event. He made sure I was completely set up with equipment for participation, including a handgun and a wheelchair specific holster. He assured me my lack of knowledge would not be an issue. He even arranged for me to get one-on-one instruction for the first day. </p>
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  136. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/line-of-shooters-adss-23.jpg" alt="on the range with ADSS 23 Adaptive Defense Shooting Summit" class="wp-image-89614" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/line-of-shooters-adss-23.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/line-of-shooters-adss-23-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/line-of-shooters-adss-23-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
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  138.  
  139.  
  140. <p>Not only was my lack of knowledge not an issue, I was surrounded and encouraged by some of the most supportive people I have ever met. The Sig Sauer instructors were phenomenal at teaching and the individual participants included me and answered all of my questions along the way. </p>
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  144. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/woman-in-wheelchair-shoots-on-range.jpg" alt="woman in wheelchair shoots on range" class="wp-image-89619" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/woman-in-wheelchair-shoots-on-range.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/woman-in-wheelchair-shoots-on-range-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/woman-in-wheelchair-shoots-on-range-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
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  147.  
  148. <p>Furthermore, I was able to demo various handguns from various manufacturers to determine what fit me the best. On the last day, a competition was held and the participants, volunteers and instructors were all encouraging and passionate at making sure I was comfortable and understood the matches. </p>
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  152. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/wheelchair-wheel.jpeg" alt="wheelchair wheel Adaptive Defense Shooting Summit" class="wp-image-89618" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/wheelchair-wheel.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/wheelchair-wheel-225x300.jpeg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/wheelchair-wheel-768x1024.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
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  155.  
  156. <p>At the end a raffle was held and I won a GLOCK 45. I have since taken more instruction and have continued to practice. ADSS gave me the know-how and confidence to do more activities independently. I no longer fear guns as I used to. I feel safe knowing I have a secure way to defend myself if the need should arise. This program was a life changer for me and I would strongly recommend it to anyone.</p>
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  160. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Participants-ADSS-23.jpg" alt="Participants ADSS 23c" class="wp-image-89616" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Participants-ADSS-23.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Participants-ADSS-23-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Participants-ADSS-23-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
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  163.  
  164. <p>For information on the next ADSS, and how you can get involved in supporting or attending it, visit the <a href="https://adaptiveshoot.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">website</a>. </p>
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  168. <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="844" height="1024" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Erinn-Odonnell-photographer-and-participant-ADSS-23-844x1024.jpg" alt="Erinn Odonnell photographer and participant ADSS 23.jpg" class="wp-image-89613" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Erinn-Odonnell-photographer-and-participant-ADSS-23-844x1024.jpg 844w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Erinn-Odonnell-photographer-and-participant-ADSS-23-247x300.jpg 247w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Erinn-Odonnell-photographer-and-participant-ADSS-23-768x932.jpg 768w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Erinn-Odonnell-photographer-and-participant-ADSS-23.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 844px) 100vw, 844px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photographer Erinn O&#8217;Donnell with an ADSS participant.</figcaption></figure>
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  172. <p>Note: Photos provided by Erinn O’Donnell, of <a href="http://www.girlznguns.com/aboutus" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">GIRLZ N Guns</a>.</p>
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  178. <title>18 Things to Always Have in Your Purse</title>
  179. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/18-things-to-always-have-in-your-purse/</link>
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  181. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  182. <pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
  183. <category><![CDATA[Survival]]></category>
  184. <category><![CDATA[The Survival Mom]]></category>
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  188. <description><![CDATA[If you’ve never thought of using your purse as your Everyday Carry bag with specific contents for those “just in case” moments, take a look at this list.]]></description>
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  190. <p>If you’ve never thought of <strong>using your purse as your Everyday Carry (EDC) bag</strong> with specific contents for those “just in case” moments, take a look at this list of <strong>what to always have in your purse</strong> along with tips for getting everything organized.</p>
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  194. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="150" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Survival-Mom-LOGO-2021.jpg" alt="Survival Mom LOGO 2021" class="wp-image-60226" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Survival-Mom-LOGO-2021.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Survival-Mom-LOGO-2021-300x47.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Survival-Mom-LOGO-2021-768x120.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
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  197.  
  198. <p>If you’ve never thought of <strong>using your purse as your Everyday Carry (EDC) bag</strong>&nbsp;with specific contents for those “just in case” moments, take a look at this list of <strong>what to always have in your purse</strong> along with tips for getting everything organized.</p>
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  200.  
  201.  
  202. <p><strong>What to Consider When Choosing Purse Contents</strong></p>
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  206. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="640" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/18-Things-to-Carry-in-Your-Purse.jpeg" alt="18-Things-to-Carry-in-Your-Purse" class="wp-image-90269" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/18-Things-to-Carry-in-Your-Purse.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/18-Things-to-Carry-in-Your-Purse-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/18-Things-to-Carry-in-Your-Purse-768x512.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
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  208.  
  209.  
  210. <p>It’s important to remember that <strong>the contents of your purse are unique to you and your circumstances,</strong> as illustrated in this article about <a href="https://thesurvivalmom.com/everyday-carry/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">everyday carry contents</a>. However, generally speaking, there are <strong>three questions to ask when deciding what to carry in your purse</strong>. Ask yourself:</p>
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  214. <ol>
  215. <li>Is it essential?</li>
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  217.  
  218.  
  219. <li>Is it compact?</li>
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  222.  
  223. <li>Does it have multiple uses?</li>
  224. </ol>
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  226.  
  227.  
  228. <p>If you’ve never thought of things to always have in your purse, here’s my list to get you started:</p>
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  230.  
  231.  
  232. <p>What stuff should I put in my purse?</p>
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  234.  
  235.  
  236. <p><strong>In addition to those things most of us carry all the time</strong>, such as wallet with ID, credit cards, cell phone, etc., and based on the above questions, <strong>I chose to carry these necessities</strong> in my purse:</p>
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  239.  
  240. <p>Signaling/light devices</p>
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  244. <ol>
  245. <li><a href="https://amzn.to/2qm4ZSt" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Emergency whistle</a> (with a compass)</li>
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  248.  
  249. <li>A mirror</li>
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  252.  
  253. <li><a href="https://thesurvivalmom.com/emergency-light-sources/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LED flashlight with strobe feature</a></li>
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  256.  
  257. <li>BIC lighter</li>
  258. </ol>
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  260.  
  261.  
  262. <p>Medical supplies</p>
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  265.  
  266. <ol start="5">
  267. <li>Pill box containing 2 of each:&nbsp; Tylenol, Advil, Tums, Benadryl</li>
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  269.  
  270.  
  271. <li>A few Bandaids</li>
  272.  
  273.  
  274.  
  275. <li>Two alcohol swabs</li>
  276. </ol>
  277.  
  278.  
  279.  
  280. <p>Tools</p>
  281.  
  282.  
  283.  
  284. <ol start="8">
  285. <li>Six-function <a href="https://amzn.to/2VSCE1V" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Swiss army knife</a> or <a href="https://amzn.to/2VSCE1V" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">multi-tool</a></li>
  286.  
  287.  
  288.  
  289. <li>Portable phone charger</li>
  290. </ol>
  291.  
  292.  
  293.  
  294. <p>Cash</p>
  295.  
  296.  
  297.  
  298. <ol start="10">
  299. <li>Always some small bills ($1, $5), and quarters for machines and Aldi!</li>
  300. </ol>
  301.  
  302.  
  303.  
  304. <p>Comfort/entertainment items</p>
  305.  
  306.  
  307.  
  308. <ol start="11">
  309. <li>Tic Tacs</li>
  310.  
  311.  
  312.  
  313. <li>Gum</li>
  314.  
  315.  
  316.  
  317. <li>Two moist wipes</li>
  318.  
  319.  
  320.  
  321. <li>Small crossword puzzle book, Sudoku, anything to help you pass the time</li>
  322.  
  323.  
  324.  
  325. <li>Small writing pad</li>
  326.  
  327.  
  328.  
  329. <li>Pen and pencil</li>
  330.  
  331.  
  332.  
  333. <li>Package of Kleenex</li>
  334. </ol>
  335.  
  336.  
  337.  
  338. <p>Continue reading The Survival Mom&#8217;s list of what else you should have in your EDC <a href="https://thesurvivalmom.com/18-things-to-have-in-your-purse/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.  </p>
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  344. <title>The Complete Combatant: Recognize Pre-Violence Signals</title>
  345. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/the-complete-combatant-recognize-pre-violence-signals/</link>
  346. <comments>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/the-complete-combatant-recognize-pre-violence-signals/#comments</comments>
  347. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Shelley Hill]]></dc:creator>
  348. <pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2024 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
  349. <category><![CDATA[Personal Protection]]></category>
  350. <category><![CDATA[Personal Protection Tips]]></category>
  351. <category><![CDATA[Shelley Hill]]></category>
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  353.  
  354. <description><![CDATA[New columnist Shelley Hill walks you through 5 visual cues that might indicate pre-violence on an attacker’s part. Learn these and stay frosty.
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  357. <p>I was a very impressionable child who loved storytelling. I was never a big reader so if someone had a tale to tell, I was in. A good storyteller makes listeners feel like they are part of the story. They set the stage, engage the listener, get emotional telling it, throw in some laughter and paint a picture in your mind. When I think back on it, you never really know what story is going to “stick” in your brain as we grow up. When I sat down to write this article about how to recognize and interpret pre-violence signals, the first thing that jumped in my mind was my dad. </p>
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  367.  
  368.  
  369.  
  370. <p>My dad would tell the best stories. It seems that he was a bit of a “scrapper” back in the day. You see, he grew up in the St. Louis area, graduated from high school weighing no more than 100 pounds, and he never backed down. As an adult, this proved to be an asset in business, but in his youth, it meant some hard lessons.&nbsp;</p>
  371.  
  372.  
  373.  
  374. <p>Growing up, he would share stories where sometimes he was the hero and other times he was the instigator of schoolyard fights as a boy, pool hall altercations as a teen and running from a large group, in the dark streets of southern Illinois as a young adult. </p>
  375.  
  376.  
  377.  
  378. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="573" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/close-up-of-eye.jpg" alt="close up of eye" class="wp-image-90253" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/close-up-of-eye.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/close-up-of-eye-300x179.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/close-up-of-eye-768x458.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  379.  
  380.  
  381.  
  382. <p>As he reminisced, he would say things like, “I didn’t see that one coming, his hands were quick,” or “I knew I had him,” or even, “I could tell he was bluffing by his body language,” or this one – “ I quickly realized that I was in trouble when he started looking around for witnesses.” When I look back on all those statements now, I realize the extent of Dad’s ability to recognize and interpret pre-violence indicators was vast. </p>
  383.  
  384.  
  385.  
  386. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-pre-violence-signals">Pre-Violence Signals</h2>
  387.  
  388.  
  389.  
  390. <p>This subject has such depth that there are thousands of books, articles, blogs, etc., that have been written about pre-assault cues. Let’s look at 5 pre-violence signals that dad probably used to measure if a fight was imminent. </p>
  391.  
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  394. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="540" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/man-in-hoodie.jpg" alt="man in hoodie Pre-Violence Signals" class="wp-image-90252" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/man-in-hoodie.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/man-in-hoodie-300x169.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/man-in-hoodie-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  395.  
  396.  
  397.  
  398. <p><strong>Visual Cues</strong>: When a bad guy stares at YOU, he could be sizing YOU up as the possible target. Another action is that he glances or stares at your chin, nose, throat and even your eyes as his potential target. He also may be glancing around looking for witnesses, police officers or security guards that could interfere with his plans, or he could be looking for the closest exit for his quick escape. Think about it this way, whatever the eyes are focusing on, means they are THINKING about doing something in that area. </p>
  399.  
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  401.  
  402. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="640" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/man-yelling.jpg" alt="man yelling Recognize Pre-Violence Signals" class="wp-image-90259" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/man-yelling.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/man-yelling-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/man-yelling-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  403.  
  404.  
  405.  
  406. <p><strong>Movements:</strong> The attacker frees his hands of bags, he has exaggerated movements, his hands are fisted or hidden, or he may be swaying and even fidgeting. These movements are usually not subtle and he could be freeing his hands so that he can attack, he could be clenching and unclenching his fists to get himself into the right mindset to strike, his hidden hands could be hiding a weapon and his body movements could be a planned distraction.&nbsp;</p>
  407.  
  408.  
  409.  
  410. <p><strong>Hesitation to Respond/Silence: </strong>If you are in a heated argument and all of the sudden the other person goes silent, seems distracted or hesitates in answers, this usually means the fight is imminent. We are not multitaskers and can’t divide our attention very well when NOT under stress. Now imagine a stress-filled situation with our brains split between concentrating on attacking or responding verbally. The bad guy will most likely be fixated on his attack.</p>
  411.  
  412.  
  413.  
  414. <p><strong>Grooming</strong>: Watch for the bad guy rubbing the back of his neck and/or arms, running his fingers through his hair, adjusting his clothing, licking his lips, “puffing” up and touching his face. These are all subconscious movements that can be directly related to “fight or flight.” The need to “rub” can be caused by anxiety where the adrenal glands stimulate a prickling sensation, the constant licking of his lips could be caused by restlessness and he may even “puff up” to look “bigger” and more intimidating.</p>
  415.  
  416.  
  417.  
  418. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="693" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/subway-man-waiting.jpg" alt="subway-man waiting Recognize Pre-Violence Signals" class="wp-image-90255" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/subway-man-waiting.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/subway-man-waiting-300x217.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/subway-man-waiting-768x554.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  419.  
  420.  
  421.  
  422. <p><strong>Reactionary Zones/Distance</strong>: The attacker will need to get close to you to complete his attack cycle. People can have a hard time managing distances and the attack range can be closed very quickly. We need to understand how fast violence happens, our limited choices based on time and distance and making the BEST FIRST decision possible. Consider training and then practicing non-lethal, less than lethal and lethal decisions based on the proximity of the attacker and our reaction time.&nbsp;</p>
  423.  
  424.  
  425.  
  426. <p>These 5 pre-violence signals are not guarantees of violence, but when you mix them together and throw in some context, you need to pay attention. They are indicators that violence is possible and even probable when several cues are present. Please keep in mind that many other “telegraphed” indicators of violence exist. </p>
  427.  
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  430. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="635" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/man-stabbing.jpg" alt="man stabbing" class="wp-image-90254" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/man-stabbing.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/man-stabbing-300x198.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/man-stabbing-768x508.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  431.  
  432.  
  433.  
  434. <p>I believe that over time, Dad’s life experiences taught him to consciously, and subconsciously, trust his instincts and respect his ability to instantly interpret the nonverbal signs of danger.</p>
  435.  
  436.  
  437.  
  438. <p>Remember, from the point that a bad guy chooses you, you will have a very limited amount of time to make a decision. They choose how and when. Your actions need to be confident, quick and decisive.&nbsp;</p>
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  444. <title>GLOCK on the Range: Preparing for the Shooting Range</title>
  445. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/glock-on-the-range-preparing-for-the-shooting-range/</link>
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  447. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Avery Skipalis]]></dc:creator>
  448. <pubDate>Mon, 25 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
  449. <category><![CDATA[Shooting - Guns & Gear]]></category>
  450. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
  451. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=90173</guid>
  452.  
  453. <description><![CDATA[In this second installment of the series “GLOCK on the Range,” Avery Skipalis identifies things to consider when preparing for the shooting range.
  454. ]]></description>
  455. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  456. <p><em>In this article, Avery Skipalis continues a new series called “GLOCK on the Range.” In the first installment, she </em><em>walked us through the </em><a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/glock-on-the-range-range-bag-essentials/">essential items to pack in your range bag</a><em>. In this second post, she identifies things to consider when preparing for a shooting range trip.</em></p>
  457.  
  458.  
  459.  
  460. <p>Heading to the firing range for a day of shooting can be an exciting and fulfilling experience. Whether you&#8217;re a seasoned marksman or a novice looking to improve your skills, proper preparation is key to ensuring a safe and enjoyable outing.&nbsp;</p>
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  471. <p style="text-align: center;"><em>Sponsored by GLOCK</em></p>
  472.  
  473.  
  474. <p>From packing the right gear to understanding range rules and etiquette, here&#8217;s a guide to help you get ready for your next trip to the firing range.</p>
  475.  
  476.  
  477.  
  478. <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
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  481.  
  482.  
  483.  
  484. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-preparing-for-the-shooting-range">Preparing for the Shooting Range</h2>
  485.  
  486.  
  487.  
  488. <p>1. Know the Rules: Before heading to the firing range, familiarize yourself with the range rules and regulations. Each range may have its own set of rules regarding safety, firearm handling, ammunition and target practices. Understanding and following these rules is crucial for your own safety and that of others.<br><br>2. Select the Right Range: Select a firing range that meets your needs and skill level. There are outdoor and indoor ranges, and some ranges offer specialized facilities for different types of shooting, such as pistol, rifle or shotgun. Consider the distance, target options and amenities available at the range before deciding where to practice.</p>
  489.  
  490.  
  491.  
  492. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="640" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Pack-eye-and-ear-protection.jpg" alt="Pack eye and ear protection Preparing for the Shooting Range" class="wp-image-90230" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Pack-eye-and-ear-protection.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Pack-eye-and-ear-protection-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Pack-eye-and-ear-protection-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  493.  
  494.  
  495.  
  496. <p><br>3. Safety Gear: Safety should always be your top priority when handling firearms. Wear appropriate safety gear, including ear and eye protection, to protect yourself from noise and debris. Additionally, consider wearing clothing and footwear that provides full coverage to shield your skin from hot brass casings.<br><br>4. Pack Your Gear: Prepare a range bag with all the necessary equipment, including firearms, ammunition, targets, cleaning supplies and any additional gear you may need. Organize your gear beforehand to ensure that you have everything you need for a successful day at the range. Check out our <a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/glock-on-the-range-range-bag-essentials/">previous video</a> on range bag essentials for a list of items to consider packing in your range bag.<br><br>5. Inspect Your Firearm: Inspect your firearm before leaving for the range to verify that it works properly. Check for any signs of damage or wear and make sure it is clean and properly lubricated. If you are unsure, consult a qualified gunsmith for a professional inspection.<br></p>
  497.  
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  499.  
  500. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="640" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Select-the-best-range-for-your-needs.jpg" alt="Select the best range for your needs" class="wp-image-90231" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Select-the-best-range-for-your-needs.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Select-the-best-range-for-your-needs-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Select-the-best-range-for-your-needs-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  501.  
  502.  
  503.  
  504. <p><br>6. Ammunition: Bring an adequate supply of ammunition for your session at the range. Make sure to use your firearm&#8217;s correct caliber and type of ammunition to avoid malfunctions or damage. Store your ammunition securely in a separate container from your firearm.<br><br>7. Practice Safety Protocols: Follow all safety protocols and guidelines once at the range. Always keep your firearm pointed in a safe direction, and keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot. Be aware of your surroundings and communicate with other shooters and the Range Safety Officer to maintain a safe environment for everyone.</p>
  505.  
  506.  
  507.  
  508. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="640" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Follow-range-rules.jpg" alt="Follow range rules Preparing for the Shooting Range" class="wp-image-90229" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Follow-range-rules.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Follow-range-rules-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Follow-range-rules-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  509.  
  510.  
  511.  
  512. <p><br>8. Respect Range Etiquette: Show respect for other shooters by following proper range etiquette. Wait for a cease-fire before going downrange to check or set up targets, and avoid distracting or disrupting other shooters. Clean up your area before leaving and follow any specific range rules regarding trash disposal.<br><br>9. Stay Hydrated and Take Breaks: Shooting can be physically demanding, so remember to stay hydrated and take regular breaks to rest and refocus. This will help you maintain your concentration and accuracy throughout your session at the range.</p>
  513.  
  514.  
  515.  
  516. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="640" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Enjoy-a-successful-day-on-the-range.jpg" alt="Enjoy a successful day on the range Preparing for the Shooting Range" class="wp-image-90227" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Enjoy-a-successful-day-on-the-range.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Enjoy-a-successful-day-on-the-range-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Enjoy-a-successful-day-on-the-range-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  517.  
  518.  
  519.  
  520. <p><br>10. Have Fun and Learn: Lastly, remember that shooting at the range is about improving your skills and enjoying the experience. Take the time to learn from your shots and adjust your technique as needed. You will continue to improve and enjoy this rewarding sport with practice and patience.</p>
  521.  
  522.  
  523.  
  524. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-skip-s-takeaway">Skip’s Takeaway</h2>
  525.  
  526.  
  527.  
  528. <p>In conclusion, preparing for the firing range requires careful planning and attention to detail. By following these tips, you can ensure a safe, enjoyable and successful shooting experience. Whether you&#8217;re a beginner or an experienced shooter, proper preparation will help you maximize your time at the range.</p>
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  534. <title>FarmHER and RanchHER Empower Women in Agriculture</title>
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  537. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  538. <pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2024 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
  539. <category><![CDATA[Lifestyle]]></category>
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  545. <description><![CDATA[FarmHER and RanchHER lead the charge on celebrating women in agriculture, especially during National Agriculture Week.]]></description>
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  547. <p>In observance of the 51<sup>st</sup> National Agriculture Week, two of Rural Media Group’s highly acclaimed series, <strong>FarmHER</strong> and <strong>RanchHER, </strong>are proud to amplify the voices and stories of women in agriculture. National Agriculture Week serves as a reminder of the critical role that agriculture plays in our daily lives. It is also an opportunity to recognize the significant impact that women have in shaping the future of agriculture. Through multimedia platforms, including television shows, events, and social media channels, <strong>FarmHER</strong> and <strong>RanchHER</strong> aim to inspire and empower the next generation of female agricultural leaders by showcasing their diverse experiences and achievements.</p>
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  551. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="540" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/RH_Charity-Sarah-03.jpg" alt="RH_Charity &amp; Sarah 03 RanchHER" class="wp-image-90193" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/RH_Charity-Sarah-03.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/RH_Charity-Sarah-03-300x169.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/RH_Charity-Sarah-03-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  552.  
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  554.  
  555. <p>“Women are the heart of agriculture,” said Raquel Gottsch Koehler, CEO of FarmHer and RanchHer. “They bring diverse perspectives and invaluable contributions. I am proud to recognize the strong female presence in agriculture during National Agriculture Week and reaffirm our commitment to providing FarmHERs and RanchHERs with the support, resources, and praise they deserve.&#8221;</p>
  556.  
  557.  
  558.  
  559. <p><strong>FarmHER</strong> and <strong>RanchHER </strong>offer a variety of programs and initiatives designed to support women in agriculture, including educational workshops and networking events. Through these efforts, <strong>FarmHER and RanchHER </strong>strive to foster a more inclusive and equitable agricultural industry where women can thrive and succeed.</p>
  560.  
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  562.  
  563. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Erika-Sawatzke-1.jpg" alt="Erika Sawatzke" class="wp-image-90192" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Erika-Sawatzke-1.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Erika-Sawatzke-1-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Erika-Sawatzke-1-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  564.  
  565.  
  566.  
  567. <p><strong>FarmHER</strong>, the groundbreaking television series showcasing the vital role women play in the agriculture industry, will return to RFD-TV on National Agriculture Day, Tuesday, March 19th, at 9:00 pm ET. Hosted by the talented Kirbe Schnoor, viewers can anticipate six captivating episodes, each offering an intimate and empowering glimpse into the lives of women shaping the success of farms and rural communities.&#8221; Episodes will also repeat each week on Fridays at 9:30pm ET and Saturdays at 11:30am ET. RanchHER television episodes will begin April 30, 2024. </p>
  568.  
  569.  
  570.  
  571. <p>“The role of women in agriculture cannot be overstated,” Kirbe emphasized. “Women bring a deep connection to the land that sustains our communities and nourishes our future.&#8221;</p>
  572.  
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  575. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="540" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/RH_Five-Marys-04.jpg" alt="RH_Five Mary's 04 RanchHER FarmHER" class="wp-image-90194" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/RH_Five-Marys-04.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/RH_Five-Marys-04-300x169.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/RH_Five-Marys-04-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  576.  
  577.  
  578.  
  579. <p>To find RFD-TV in your area, please click <a href="https://www.rfdtv.com/find-us-on-tv" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here.</a></p>
  580.  
  581.  
  582.  
  583. <p>To find RFD-TV on demand, please click <a href="https://www.watchrfdtv.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">RFD-TV Now</a> (through subscription)</p>
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  589. <title>Jessie Harrison, Clinches 1st Place in Ladies Open in South Africa</title>
  590. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/jessie-harrison-clinches-1st-place-in-ladies-open-in-south-africa/</link>
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  592. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  593. <pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
  594. <category><![CDATA[Press Releases]]></category>
  595. <category><![CDATA[Shooting News & Events]]></category>
  596. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
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  598.  
  599. <description><![CDATA[Team Taurus proudly announces that their esteemed Team Captain, Jessie Harrison, emerged victorious, securing the 1st place in the Ladies Open category at the recent tournament held in Capetown, South Africa earlier this month.]]></description>
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  601. <p>Team Taurus proudly announces that their esteemed Team Captain, Jessie Harrison, emerged victorious, securing the 1st place in the Ladies Open category at the recent tournament held in Capetown, South Africa earlier this month. The competition served as a vital preparatory ground for the upcoming 2025 IPSC World Shoot, set to take place in the same vibrant locale.</p>
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  611.  
  612.  
  613.  
  614. <p>With 22 IPSC-style stages featuring a dynamic blend of speed and precision, the tournament provided an ideal platform for honing skills crucial for international competitions. Noteworthy were the open paper targets with minimal no-shoots at a distance and the challenge posed by the 6” steel plates dominating the majority of the steel targets.</p>
  615.  
  616.  
  617.  
  618. <p>Reflecting on her experience, Jessie Harrison expressed her enthusiasm for the event, stating, &#8220;I enjoyed shooting in Capetown so much, everyone was extremely welcoming and helpful! The stages were true to IPSC competition, providing the training we were looking for to prepare for next year.&#8221;</p>
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  622. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="674" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Jessie-Harrison-Ladies-Open-South-Africa.jpg" alt="Jessie Harrison Ladies Open South Africa" class="wp-image-90244" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Jessie-Harrison-Ladies-Open-South-Africa.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Jessie-Harrison-Ladies-Open-South-Africa-300x211.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Jessie-Harrison-Ladies-Open-South-Africa-768x539.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  623.  
  624.  
  625.  
  626. <p>Despite encountering the unexpected trials of summer heat and navigating through very small steel plates, Jessie embraced the opportunity to familiarize herself with the unique conditions prevalent in this part of the world. She remarked, &#8220;The summer heat and very small steel plates caught me by surprise, but that&#8217;s exactly why I wanted to make the trip, to learn what to expect when competing in that part of the world.&#8221;</p>
  627.  
  628.  
  629.  
  630. <p>South Africa holds a special place in Jessie&#8217;s heart, and she eagerly anticipates her return later this year for their level 4 event. Her dedication to mastering the challenges of international competition exemplifies the spirit of Team Taurus, setting a standard for excellence in the realm of competitive shooting.</p>
  631.  
  632.  
  633.  
  634. <p><strong>About Taurus International Manufacturing, Inc.:</strong> Taurus Holdings, Inc. (“Taurus”) and its subsidiaries continue to evolve and produce revolutionary new products. In addition, new standards for quality and efficiency help deliver reliable and affordable guns to the market. Taurus is based in Bainbridge, Georgia. Taurus is owned by Taurus Armas, S.A. which is a publicly traded company based in Brazil. Taurus Armas S.A. manufactures a wide variety of consumer and industrial products that are distributed worldwide.</p>
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  638. <p>For additional information, visit <a href="http://url5354.taurususa.com/ls/click?upn=u001.LW0ut8zrYy9Mt5KyqkMsdj-2FiINIhOK-2BJYWE7T9juFJdpWlnxWnKJdI1y7K3nHICCYGK-2BqaP3l6t1YIrDkN9CTz4-2B0TXZjfXK8BzU9YQKMi8-3DxyTy_Mi797Cr0qymJ-2BOsumq6V8oL3E8dUjU1H62Ne5fx-2BXsIkAOvpPWrvYmqtTEJmjTi7xi6-2BnqTgcyzdlK3Fbj5SLQmdtJLAK5r17e9-2FgeSyMwlh0N1MnQyHNEnIwXhzZVxBMiMWtTnA8nBVJ9FmH4k46aCCRlyXxPb5BdTXlBDOyNIhJu2QEXdyWcBqokEsO0mpxv96gyk9LbnKcfPglwjHv7CTStKPs6T2t5OmIA6KAAyJfjpS5MH1jSh4fwcl3n-2BPJ8jzymL6hnX-2Buxji1obg7GxMJbw3kEjCAtsouQNRqv29BK6fbZOuCAiYY28zOQpY" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>www.taurususa.com</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>
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  644. <title>GTM Offers Tools for Superheroes</title>
  645. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/gtm-offers-tools-for-superheroes/</link>
  646. <comments>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/gtm-offers-tools-for-superheroes/#respond</comments>
  647. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Michelle Cerino]]></dc:creator>
  648. <pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2024 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
  649. <category><![CDATA[Personal Protection]]></category>
  650. <category><![CDATA[Personal Protection Gear]]></category>
  651. <category><![CDATA[Shooting - Guns & Gear]]></category>
  652. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=90149</guid>
  653.  
  654. <description><![CDATA[Michelle Cerino describes how you can be a superhero by carrying personal defense tools in a GTM concealed-carry bag or purse.]]></description>
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  656. <p>At my house, we are big Avengers and Marvel fans. Prepared for any situation, the superheroes in these movies have on hand what they need to save anyone in distress. If you think about it, good mothers are superheroes. My boys used to be amazed at how I could pull anything out of my bag that they needed at any given time. Sure, the items in my purse changed as they grew up. Carrying a firearm added another dimension to being prepared for any situation. Continue reading for some tips on how you can be a superhero, thanks to an addition of a GTM concealed-carry bag or purse.</p>
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  666.  
  667. <p style="text-align: center;"><em>Sponsored by Gun Tote&#8217;n Mamas</em></p>
  668.  
  669.  
  670. <p><strong>What is a Superhero?</strong></p>
  671.  
  672.  
  673.  
  674. <p>The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines a superhero as “a fictional hero having extraordinary or superhuman powers and an exceptionally courageous, skillful, or successful person.”</p>
  675.  
  676.  
  677.  
  678. <p>We often hear about heroes only if they&#8217;re in a life-or-death situations and something terrible has already happened. Think about how many times you&#8217;ve watched the news and seen someone stop a potential villain. Do you even know of school staff that stopped a potential school shooter? No, because they haven&#8217;t done the shooting yet. These stories don&#8217;t make the news. </p>
  679.  
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  682. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="700" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/superhero-travel-tote.jpg" alt="Superhero travel tote" class="wp-image-90156" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/superhero-travel-tote.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/superhero-travel-tote-300x219.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/superhero-travel-tote-768x560.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Gun Tote&#8217;n Mamas&#8217; Oversized Travel Tote <a href="https://www.gtmoriginal.com/collections/tote-1/products/oversized-leather-rfid-travel-tote-gtm-107" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">GTM-107/Tan</a></figcaption></figure>
  683.  
  684.  
  685.  
  686. <p><strong>Tips for Being a Superhero</strong></p>
  687.  
  688.  
  689.  
  690. <p>A superhero never knows what scene she will encounter. She is prepared to come to the rescue in any situation. Just like Batman, she always has the tools handy that she may need. In The Survival Mom&#8217;s article, <a href="https://thesurvivalmom.com/18-things-to-have-in-your-purse/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">&#8220;18 Things to Always Have in Your Purse (Your Everyday Carry Essentials),&#8221;</a> she offers three questions to ask when deciding what to carry in your purse, and these work really well if you’re carrying concealed, too. </p>
  691.  
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  693.  
  694. <p>Ask yourself:</p>
  695.  
  696.  
  697.  
  698. <ol>
  699. <li>Is it essential?</li>
  700.  
  701.  
  702.  
  703. <li>Is it compact?</li>
  704.  
  705.  
  706.  
  707. <li>Does it have multiple uses?</li>
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  709.  
  710.  
  711.  
  712. <p>Gun Tote&#8217;n Mamas (GTM) offers a purse size and style to fit whatever tools any superhero chooses to carry. Of course all the bags have a separate compartment for your handgun, pepper spray, knife or whatever you want easy and fast access to obtain. Check out GTM&#8217;s full line of <a href="https://www.gtmoriginal.com/collections/tote-1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">totes</a> for those needing a more oversized style. For our business, Clark Kent-like superheroes who need a bag more suitable for the office, look no further than GTM&#8217;s <a href="https://www.gtmoriginal.com/collections/office" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">office collection</a>. If you want hands-free for your everyday carry (EDC), a GTM <a href="https://www.gtmoriginal.com/collections/sling" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sling Backpack</a> is a great choice. They are currently available in four different leathers and two different sizes. </p>
  713.  
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  715.  
  716. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="700" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/superhero-business-tote.jpg" alt="superhero business tote" class="wp-image-90157" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/superhero-business-tote.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/superhero-business-tote-300x219.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/superhero-business-tote-768x560.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Gun Tote&#8217;n Mamas&#8217; Shoulder Portfolio <a href="https://www.gtmoriginal.com/collections/office/products/gtm-czy-1018-distressed-leather-shoulder-portfolio" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">GTM-CZY/1018</a> </figcaption></figure>
  717.  
  718.  
  719.  
  720. <p>If you conceal carry a handgun in your purse, you must be extra vigilant of your superhero tools. Make sure you train, train and then train some more with your gun. Learn how to draw from your purse and practice with both dry-fire and live-fire.&nbsp;</p>
  721.  
  722.  
  723.  
  724. <p>Take a class specific to off-body carry, like Donna Anthony&#8217;s <a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2023/09/donna-anthonys-off-body-purse-bag-conceal-carry-course/">online course</a>. Practice your draw every time you start carrying a new handbag. It may change a little each time if the bag is a different size or the strap is a different length. And most of all, always ensure your purse is on your body outside your home. Inside your home consider how you will safely store your firearm. <a href="https://projectchildsafe.org/securing-your-firearm/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Project ChildSafe</a> offers numerous resources for securing your firearms, including free gunlocks and safe storage options.</p>
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  729.  
  730.  
  731.  
  732. <p>Before heading out of state, research the concealed carry laws in each state you travel through. The <a href="https://www.usconcealedcarry.com/resources/ccw_reciprocity_map/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">USCCA&#8217;s website</a> contains a page with a concealed carry reciprocity map and gun laws by state. This is a great resource for finding out what you must do to ensure you abide by the law. They even have a <a href="https://www.usconcealedcarry.com/resources/federal-ccw-law/other-federal-locations/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">page dedicated to</a> the National Parks, wildlife refuges, forests and airports. </p>
  733.  
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  735.  
  736. <p>Find the perfect Gun Tote&#8217;n Mamas&#8217; purse to fit your superhero needs&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gtmoriginal.com/">here</a>.&nbsp;</p>
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  742. <title>Springfield Armory Releases New Emissary 1911 All-Black Variants</title>
  743. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/springfield-armory-releases-new-emissary-1911-all-black-variants/</link>
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  745. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  746. <pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2024 05:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
  747. <category><![CDATA[Press Releases]]></category>
  748. <category><![CDATA[Shooting - Guns & Gear]]></category>
  749. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=90197</guid>
  750.  
  751. <description><![CDATA[Springfield Armory® is proud to announce four new additions to its family of popular 1911 Emissary pistols.]]></description>
  752. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  753. <p>Springfield Armory® is proud to announce four new additions to its family of popular 1911 Emissary pistols. These all-black variants are offered in 4.25” and 5” barrel lengths, and chambered in either 9mm or .45 ACP.</p>
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  760. <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/ads/springfield-armory-hellcat-hz/"  target="_blank"><img decoding="async" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/hellcat-smsc-960x100-1.jpg" class="no-lazy-load wp-post-image" alt="Springfield Armory Hellcat, the worlds hiest capacity micro compact pistol." srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/hellcat-smsc-960x100-1.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/hellcat-smsc-960x100-1-300x31.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/hellcat-smsc-960x100-1-768x80.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></a>
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  762.  
  763.  
  764.  
  765.  
  766. <p>Bridging the gap between duty and custom handguns, the Emissary delivers a bold and capable 1911 pistol with defense-minded features intended for serious use. With the addition of these all-black variants — and with the 4.25” model now featuring a full-length dustcover with a strip of Picatinny rail — there are even more options for the defense-minded user with a desire for custom-style features. &nbsp;</p>
  767.  
  768.  
  769.  
  770. <p>As with the original two-tone models, these new pistols are constructed with a forged steel frame and slide for strength and durability. Sporting a black Cerakote finish, the pistols feature the eye-catching and distinctive squared trigger guard that offers additional room for ease of operation with a gloved hand. </p>
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  773.  
  774. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="640" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Emissary-1911-black.jpeg" alt="Emissary 1911 black" class="wp-image-90201" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Emissary-1911-black.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Emissary-1911-black-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Emissary-1911-black-768x512.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  775.  
  776.  
  777.  
  778. <p>The slide’s “Tri-Top” cut gives the Emissary custom styling, while a flattened top strap is finished with 40 line-per-inch (l.p.i.) serrations to diffuse light and reduce glare. On top, the tritium and luminescent front sight on the Emissary pairs with a Tactical Rack U-Dot<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> rear sight for easy target acquisition in all lighting conditions.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>
  779.  
  780.  
  781.  
  782. <p>Inside the slide, a bushingless stainless steel bull barrel with a black nitride finish delivers maximum accuracy while reducing felt recoil and muzzle flip. In addition, the Emissary’s skeletonized hammer delivers ultra-fast lock times and combines with a solid-body, flat-faced trigger for top-end performance.&nbsp;</p>
  783.  
  784.  
  785.  
  786. <p>The frame’s front strap and mainspring housing are wrapped in a grenade-pattern texture for firm engagement in adverse conditions, which are matched with slim line grip panels by VZ Grips® machined from G10. Each pistol comes with two top-quality magazines with base pads. MSRP for each of the four new variants is $1,378.</p>
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  788.  
  789.  
  790. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="887" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Springfield-emidarry-black.jpeg" alt="Springfield emissary black" class="wp-image-90200" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Springfield-emidarry-black.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Springfield-emidarry-black-300x277.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Springfield-emidarry-black-768x710.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  791.  
  792.  
  793.  
  794. <p>“These four variants add a unique new look to the popular Emissary line of 1911 pistols,” says Steve Kramer, Vice President of Marketing for Springfield Armory. “With this all-black finish, shooters now have four new appealing options for a defensive handgun with an additional measure of refinement.”</p>
  795.  
  796.  
  797.  
  798. <p>The Emissary is truly a refined 1911 built for self-defense that blends the best elements of a tactical handgun and a custom pistol to create a gorgeous and capable firearm that stands ready to deliver.</p>
  799.  
  800.  
  801.  
  802. <p><strong>Emissary 1911 .45 ACP |&nbsp;PX9230L |&nbsp;706397935672</strong></p>
  803.  
  804.  
  805.  
  806. <p><strong>Emissary 4.25&#8243; 1911 .45 ACP |&nbsp;PX9228L |&nbsp;706397935658</strong></p>
  807.  
  808.  
  809.  
  810. <p><strong>Emissary 1911 9mm |&nbsp;PX9229L |&nbsp;706397935665</strong></p>
  811.  
  812.  
  813.  
  814. <p><strong>Emissary 4.25&#8243; 1911 9mm |&nbsp;PX9227L |&nbsp;706397935641</strong></p>
  815.  
  816.  
  817.  
  818. <p>To see the new all-black 1911 Emissary pistols, visit &nbsp;<a href="https://spr-ar.com/r/5896" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://spr-ar.com/r/5896</a>.</p>
  819.  
  820.  
  821.  
  822. <p><strong>About Springfield Armory</strong><strong><sup>®</sup></strong></p>
  823.  
  824.  
  825.  
  826. <p>In 1794, the original Springfield Armory began manufacturing muskets for the defense of our young, free Republic. The Armory functioned as a firearms supplier for every major American conflict until 1968 when the government sadly closed its doors. In 1974, nearly two centuries after its inception, Springfield Armory Inc. in Geneseo, Ill. revived the iconic heritage of the Armory to carry on its legacy.</p>
  827.  
  828.  
  829.  
  830. <p>We strive to honor this responsibility as guardians of the original Springfield Armory legacy by manufacturing the highest quality firearms to enable responsible citizens to preserve their right to keep and bear arms in the defense of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.&nbsp;</p>
  831.  
  832.  
  833.  
  834. <p>With an unmatched emphasis on craftsmanship, performance and exceptional customer service, our mission is to forge superior firearms and provide the tools necessary to defend individual freedoms and equality for those who embrace the rights and principles secured by our Founding Fathers. For more information, please visit us at:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.springfield-armory.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">springfield-armory.com</a>.&nbsp;</p>
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  844. <title>Easter Sunday Posts at The WON: Hop to It!</title>
  845. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/easter-sunday-posts-at-the-won-hop-to-it/</link>
  846. <comments>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/easter-sunday-posts-at-the-won-hop-to-it/#respond</comments>
  847. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jackie Richardson]]></dc:creator>
  848. <pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
  849. <category><![CDATA[Crafts]]></category>
  850. <category><![CDATA[DIY]]></category>
  851. <category><![CDATA[DIY Projects]]></category>
  852. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89496</guid>
  853.  
  854. <description><![CDATA[In preparation for the upcoming Easter Sunday celebration, we've rounded up our past recipe and DIY craft posts related to the holiday.]]></description>
  855. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  856. <p>In preparation for the upcoming Easter Sunday celebration, we&#8217;ve rounded up our past recipe and DIY craft posts related to the holiday. Be sure to check out <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/thewonpin/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">our Pinterest account</a> to find even more craft and recipe ideas!</p>
  857.  
  858.  
  859.  
  860. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-how-to-make-bunny-pretzel-bites-for-easter-sunday">How to Make Bunny Pretzel Bites for Easter Sunday</h3>
  861.  
  862.  
  863.  
  864. <p>For those of you who love sweet snacks as much as salty ones, you’ll enjoy making these fun flower or <a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2023/03/how-to-make-bunny-pretzel-bites-for-easter/">bunny pretzel bites</a>. These simple, yet delicious, treats would be a wonderful addition to your Easter treat lineup. We used pastel M&amp;Ms, but any variety would work!</p>
  865.  
  866.  
  867.  
  868. <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="855" height="1024" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Brenda-Dronen-Bunny-Pretzel-Bites-photo-7-855x1024.jpg" alt="Brenda Dronen Bunny Pretzel Bites photo 7" class="wp-image-82635" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Brenda-Dronen-Bunny-Pretzel-Bites-photo-7-855x1024.jpg 855w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Brenda-Dronen-Bunny-Pretzel-Bites-photo-7-250x300.jpg 250w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Brenda-Dronen-Bunny-Pretzel-Bites-photo-7-768x920.jpg 768w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Brenda-Dronen-Bunny-Pretzel-Bites-photo-7.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 855px) 100vw, 855px" /></figure>
  869.  
  870.  
  871.  
  872. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-outdoor-easter-scavenger-hunt">Outdoor Easter Scavenger Hunt</h3>
  873.  
  874.  
  875.  
  876. <p>This weekend we celebrate the Easter holiday. Usually these get-togethers include activities for children, including egg dying and Easter Egg hunts. <em>Women’s Outdoor News</em> would like to supply a fun twist on the classic Easter Egg hunt: an outdoor Easter scavenger hunt. We’ve put together a free, printable scavenger hunt for outdoor-inclined folks. Use <a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2022/04/outdoor-easter-scavenger-hunt/">this guide</a> for locations to hide your Easter Eggs, and then turn the kiddies outside with a copy to guide their hunts.</p>
  877.  
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  879.  
  880. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/The-WON-Easter-Egg-Scavenger-Hunt-for-the-Outdoors-Inclined-2022-960-×-720-px.jpg" alt="The WON Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt for the Outdoors Inclined 2022" class="wp-image-73813" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/The-WON-Easter-Egg-Scavenger-Hunt-for-the-Outdoors-Inclined-2022-960-×-720-px.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/The-WON-Easter-Egg-Scavenger-Hunt-for-the-Outdoors-Inclined-2022-960-×-720-px-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/The-WON-Easter-Egg-Scavenger-Hunt-for-the-Outdoors-Inclined-2022-960-×-720-px-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  881.  
  882.  
  883.  
  884. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-how-to-make-an-easter-bunny-cake">How to Make an Easter Bunny Cake</h3>
  885.  
  886.  
  887.  
  888. <p>In preparation for the Easter holiday, I drew inspiration from a trip down memory lane. As a kid, my family and I would make an <a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2021/03/how-to-make-an-easter-bunny-cake/">Easter Bunny cake</a> from two cake rounds, decorated by assorted candies. These candies had to be bought in bulk, because a heavy tax was levied against the loot by all kitchen helpers (myself included).</p>
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  892. <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="819" height="1024" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Easter-Bunny-Cake-Intro-819x1024.jpg" alt="Easter Bunny Cake" class="wp-image-62137" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Easter-Bunny-Cake-Intro-819x1024.jpg 819w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Easter-Bunny-Cake-Intro-240x300.jpg 240w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Easter-Bunny-Cake-Intro-768x960.jpg 768w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Easter-Bunny-Cake-Intro.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px" /></figure>
  893.  
  894.  
  895.  
  896. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-diy-chocolate-thrift-store-bunnies-bunny-cake-and-spindle-carrots">DIY: Chocolate Thrift Store Bunnies, Bunny Cake and Spindle Carrots</h3>
  897.  
  898.  
  899.  
  900. <p>It’s that time again, when chocolate morphs from heart shapes into the form of Easter eggs and bunnies. Also, if you are into junking, you’ll see all the tchotchke bunnies cleaned out from little old ladies’ front parlors and curio cabinets – in ceramic and porcelain. No one wants to dust these tiny creatures any longer, but you could give them a quick chocolate brown spray, and repurpose them in your own modern (farmhouse, perhaps) décor? Here’s how to do <a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2022/03/diy-chocolate-thrift-store-bunnies-bunny-cake-and-spindle-carrots/">chocolate thrift store bunnies</a>, and I threw in some of our other Easter favs – namely a tried-and-true traditional bunny cake and spindle carrots.</p>
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  904. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Big-choc-bunny.jpg" alt="Big choc bunny" class="wp-image-73213" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Big-choc-bunny.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Big-choc-bunny-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Big-choc-bunny-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
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  906.  
  907.  
  908. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-diy-spindle-carrots-craft">DIY Spindle Carrots Craft</h3>
  909.  
  910.  
  911.  
  912. <p>It started on a goose hunt in Arkansas. I came home with two goose breasts and five crib spindles. I’m still deciding how to fix the breasts, but most definitely wanted to make <a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2021/03/diy-spindle-carrots-craft/">DIY spindle carrots craft</a>. </p>
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  916. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/spindle-carrots-in-basket.jpeg" alt="spindle carrots in basket" class="wp-image-61852" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/spindle-carrots-in-basket.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/spindle-carrots-in-basket-225x300.jpeg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/spindle-carrots-in-basket-768x1024.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
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  922. <title>Revisited: Books About Firearm Safety for Kids</title>
  923. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/revisited-books-about-firearm-safety-for-kids/</link>
  924. <comments>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/revisited-books-about-firearm-safety-for-kids/#respond</comments>
  925. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  926. <pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
  927. <category><![CDATA[Personal Protection]]></category>
  928. <category><![CDATA[Personal Protection Tips]]></category>
  929. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=90137</guid>
  930.  
  931. <description><![CDATA[Morgan Rogue tell us, “The key to talking to children about guns and gun safety is to take away the stigma that guns are bad, while also teaching them that guns aren’t to be feared, nor that they are a mystery.”]]></description>
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  933. <p><em>One of the greatest blocks of time that I share with my children is when I read to them. I believe that children allow themselves the interest and patience to listen, but also, to wonder. It’s in this that parents can acquire a serious learning advantage as it relates to books on firearms. Kids are free to ponder connections between what is written and what is present in their own homes, while at the same time, parents can reinforce norms and responsibilities.&nbsp;</em></p>
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  942.  
  943.  
  944. <p style="text-align: center;"><em>Sponsored by Project ChildSafe and the NSSF</em></p>
  945.  
  946.  
  947. <p><em>Morgan Rogue provides an upfront and honest perspective that attests not only to the intelligence of children, but also to their willingness for perspective and learning. Candidly, she empathizes with parents when she addresses how knowing </em>what<em> to say and </em>how<em> to say it is often the most difficult part of communicating with children. Fortunately, it is a time when publishing gatekeepers have diminished in their strength and parents can look forward to multiple texts that tackle just about any subject.&nbsp;</em></p>
  948.  
  949.  
  950.  
  951. <p><em>In the spotlight, books about firearm safety are an attempt to shed an age-appropriate light on a tool that can be used for tremendous good. From the ABC’s to plotlines and rules, there’s an appropriate book about firearm safety for every child and budding shooter.&nbsp; </em>~IBR</p>
  952.  
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  955. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="960" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/960x960-Books-About-Firearms-Safety-for-Kids.jpg" alt="Books About Firearms Safety for Kids" class="wp-image-90142" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/960x960-Books-About-Firearms-Safety-for-Kids.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/960x960-Books-About-Firearms-Safety-for-Kids-300x300.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/960x960-Books-About-Firearms-Safety-for-Kids-150x150.jpg 150w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/960x960-Books-About-Firearms-Safety-for-Kids-768x768.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  956.  
  957.  
  958.  
  959. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-project-childsafe-story-books-about-firearm-safety-for-kids">Project ChildSafe Story: Books About Firearm Safety for Kids</h3>
  960.  
  961.  
  962.  
  963. <p>It’s highly likely that by the time your child reaches the age of 2, he or she will have at least seen a gun in some way or another. This would be especially the case if you have guns in your household.&nbsp;</p>
  964.  
  965.  
  966.  
  967. <p>The topic of guns and gun safety can be a daunting experience for both parents and children. Parents may not be able to find the right words and sometimes children might become frightened if something is made into a big deal.&nbsp;</p>
  968.  
  969.  
  970.  
  971. <p>The key to talking to children about guns and gun safety is to take away the stigma that guns are bad, while also teaching them that guns aren’t to be feared, nor that they are a mystery.</p>
  972.  
  973.  
  974.  
  975. <p>So how do we do that?</p>
  976.  
  977.  
  978.  
  979. <p>One of the very best ways to teach children is through reading …</p>
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  987.  
  988.  
  989. <p><em>If this excerpt piqued your interest and you want to see examples of children’s books, view the original post </em><a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2019/09/project-childsafe-books-about-firearm-safety-for-kids/"><em>here</em></a><em>. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the NSSF’s important program, </em><a href="https://projectchildsafe.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Project ChildSafe</em></a><em>.</em></p>
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  995. <title>Ruger Goes to Texas for SAAM Field to Fork</title>
  996. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/ruger-goes-to-texas-for-saam-field-to-fork/</link>
  997. <comments>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/ruger-goes-to-texas-for-saam-field-to-fork/#respond</comments>
  998. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Barbara Baird]]></dc:creator>
  999. <pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 07:43:00 +0000</pubDate>
  1000. <category><![CDATA[Babbs in the Woods]]></category>
  1001. <category><![CDATA[Hunting Gear]]></category>
  1002. <category><![CDATA[Hunting Stories]]></category>
  1003. <category><![CDATA[Shooting - Guns & Gear]]></category>
  1004. <category><![CDATA[Women's Hunting]]></category>
  1005. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
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  1008. <description><![CDATA[Our Babbs went on a wonderful trip in December 2023 to the FTW ranch, courtesy of Ruger, for a SAAM Field to Fork course, and shot the new Ruger American Rifle Generation II in 6.5 CM.
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  1011. <p>Last December, five employees from Ruger and three media representatives met for a four-day SAAM Field to Fork course at the <a href="https://ftwsaam.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">FTW Ranch</a> in Texas. SAAM stands for Sportsman’s All-Weather All-Terrain Marksmanship. The school’s motto is “Because you only have one first shot!”</p>
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  1020.  
  1021.  
  1022. <p style="text-align: center;"><em>Sponsored by Ruger</em></p>
  1023.  
  1024.  
  1025. <p>The Ruger employees – except one – were female, arriving with a wide range of shooting and hunting experience. All the media folks – Karen Mehall Phillips, Andrea Bogard and I – brought hunting and shooting experience to the field.&nbsp;</p>
  1026.  
  1027.  
  1028.  
  1029. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="540" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ruger-group-photo-FTW-Ranch-2023.jpeg" alt="Ruger group photo FTW Ranch 2023 Field to Fork" class="wp-image-90111" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ruger-group-photo-FTW-Ranch-2023.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ruger-group-photo-FTW-Ranch-2023-300x169.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ruger-group-photo-FTW-Ranch-2023-768x432.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Ruger group photo FTW Ranch 2023</figcaption></figure>
  1030.  
  1031.  
  1032.  
  1033. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-saam-field-to-fork"><strong>SAAM Field to Fork</strong></h2>
  1034.  
  1035.  
  1036.  
  1037. <p>The course caters to all skill levels and included the following sessions:</p>
  1038.  
  1039.  
  1040.  
  1041. <ul>
  1042. <li>Basic to skilled marksmanship, shot placement</li>
  1043.  
  1044.  
  1045.  
  1046. <li>4 hunting outings, using different methods</li>
  1047.  
  1048.  
  1049.  
  1050. <li>Field dressing, necropsy and skinning/caping techniques</li>
  1051.  
  1052.  
  1053.  
  1054. <li>Quartering, deboning and buthering</li>
  1055.  
  1056.  
  1057.  
  1058. <li>Fieldcraft – learning how to locate water sources, identify tracks and finding bloodtrails</li>
  1059.  
  1060.  
  1061.  
  1062. <li>Game laws and conservation</li>
  1063.  
  1064.  
  1065.  
  1066. <li>Cooking class with a wild game chef</li>
  1067. </ul>
  1068.  
  1069.  
  1070.  
  1071. <p>We flew into San Antonio, rented cars and headed to the ranch, which lies almost 3 hours northwest of the airport on 12,000 acres of Texas Hill Country. We easily settled in. How could you not be comfortable at this place? The facilities include 13 cabins with ensuite bathrooms, an 8,000-square-foot lodge filled with big comfy couches and interesting mounts from around the world, fully stocked bar, classroom, gym and store (logo wear, ammo, rifle rentals).&nbsp; Outside, the ranch offers 26 ranges, with some ranges extending out past 500 yards, along with a fleet of jeeps. It also provides realistic shooting situations for hunting around the world, and is home to several exotic wild animals.&nbsp;</p>
  1072.  
  1073.  
  1074.  
  1075. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FTW-Ranch-lodge.jpg" alt="FTW Ranch lodge" class="wp-image-90105" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FTW-Ranch-lodge.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FTW-Ranch-lodge-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FTW-Ranch-lodge-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Here&#8217;s the interior of the FTW ranch, decorated in the holiday spirit!</figcaption></figure>
  1076.  
  1077.  
  1078.  
  1079. <p>A cadre of instructors included excellent marksmen and hunters, including several former military snipers and a South African guide name Cali. The team worked like a well-oiled machine, making sure we not only understood the concepts presented, but also that we could put the newfound skills to successful use on the ranges and later, in the field. Also, the team showed great respect to us, throughout the four days. &nbsp;</p>
  1080.  
  1081.  
  1082.  
  1083. <h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-hunting-at-the-ftw"><strong>Hunting at the FTW</strong></h4>
  1084.  
  1085.  
  1086.  
  1087. <p>The FTW Ranch offers <a href="https://ftwsaam.com/hunting-trophy-fees-and-seasons/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">hunts for species</a> no longer huntable in their indigenous countries, including Nubien Ibex, Turkoman Markhor, Armenian and Axis deer, along with whitetail deer (the only exception).&nbsp;</p>
  1088.  
  1089.  
  1090.  
  1091. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/glassing-for-bucks-ftw-ranch.jpg" alt="glassing for bucks ftw ranch" class="wp-image-90106" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/glassing-for-bucks-ftw-ranch.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/glassing-for-bucks-ftw-ranch-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/glassing-for-bucks-ftw-ranch-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Sarah and Erica glass for bucks.</figcaption></figure>
  1092.  
  1093.  
  1094.  
  1095. <p>We spent time onsite with a family from the Georgia who routinely visit the ranch and make it a hunting holiday. But this time, they wanted to learn more hunting skills, as well as actually hunt. At the end of the course, the dad brought in a <a href="https://ftwsaam.com/project/iranian-red-sheep/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">beautiful Iranian red sheep</a>.</p>
  1096.  
  1097.  
  1098.  
  1099. <h4 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-course"><strong>The Course</strong></h4>
  1100.  
  1101.  
  1102.  
  1103. <p>Day 1 began in the classroom and included gun cleaning, principles of marksmanship,&nbsp; range card verification and shot placement on animals. Then, we headed out to the range with our rifles for zeroing them, and of course, using the principles of marksmanship. Later, we used laser pointers back in the classroom to indicate where to take shots on animals presented on a large screen in front of us. Not all of them had nicely quartered to the camera, and it brought home the importance of shot placement for a one-shot hunt.&nbsp;</p>
  1104.  
  1105.  
  1106.  
  1107. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/gun-cleaning-FTW-Ranch.jpg" alt="gun cleaning FTW Ranch" class="wp-image-90107" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/gun-cleaning-FTW-Ranch.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/gun-cleaning-FTW-Ranch-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/gun-cleaning-FTW-Ranch-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Gun cleaning is part of the Field to Fork course.</figcaption></figure>
  1108.  
  1109.  
  1110.  
  1111. <p>In the classroom, we further refined placement skills in lessons that included how to account for bullet drop and drift, along with understanding an MOA range card, designed especially for the rifles we would be using. Those of us from Ruger used the new <a href="https://ruger.com/products/americanRifleGenII/overview.html?n=bolt" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">American Generation II</a>, except for Sarah Colbert, who used the left-handed model of the <a href="https://ruger.com/products/Hawkeye/overview.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hawkeye</a>.</p>
  1112.  
  1113.  
  1114.  
  1115. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Barbara-Baird-and-Sarah-Colbert.jpg" alt="Barbara Baird and Sarah Colbert" class="wp-image-90102" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Barbara-Baird-and-Sarah-Colbert.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Barbara-Baird-and-Sarah-Colbert-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Barbara-Baird-and-Sarah-Colbert-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Sarah Colbert and I at one of the many ranges at the FTW Ranch.</figcaption></figure>
  1116.  
  1117.  
  1118.  
  1119. <p>On Day 2, it came time to put knowledge into action and we took our range cards and rifles out to windy ridges and steep elevations. The instructors (former military snipers for the most part) ran us through various thought-provoking drills. At one point, with frustration at its peak in my mind, I asked my instructor for a windage read and he calmly told me to figure it out – which I did, and I thanked him later for that technique of reminding me to take ownership of the shot. We shot at different elevations and at one point, out to 700 yards. Did I mention the wind? Sometimes, it measured more than 20 mph, and of course, we learned to deal with it.</p>
  1120.  
  1121.  
  1122.  
  1123. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/big-Texas-biscuit.jpg" alt="big Texas biscuit" class="wp-image-90103" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/big-Texas-biscuit.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/big-Texas-biscuit-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/big-Texas-biscuit-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Everything is bigger in Texas, including the biscuits!</figcaption></figure>
  1124.  
  1125.  
  1126.  
  1127. <p>That afternoon, after another delicious meal, we changed into our hunting clothes and headed out in groups. My group consisted of Sarah Colbert, who is the vice-president of administration at Ruger, and, Erica Cappellino, the marketing communications manager. We decided that Sarah should be the first hunter, and that meant she would spot-and-stalk an Axis buck. Our guide, Cali, from South Africa, took us to a high point and we waited and glassed through binos until the buck appeared, almost at sunset. Sarah and Cali crept and crawled down to within about 180 yards of the buck, grazing in a field. She took one shot, and he went down.</p>
  1128.  
  1129.  
  1130.  
  1131. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Sarah-Colbert-with-Cali-axis-deer.jpg" alt="Sarah Colbert with Cali axis deer" class="wp-image-90114" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Sarah-Colbert-with-Cali-axis-deer.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Sarah-Colbert-with-Cali-axis-deer-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Sarah-Colbert-with-Cali-axis-deer-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Sarah Colbert, with Cali, and her first big game animal.</figcaption></figure>
  1132.  
  1133.  
  1134.  
  1135. <p>Erica and I headed down to the site where the buck lay, and we watched that awe-inspiring moment when a hunter approaches her first harvest of a large, wild game animal. Let’s just say there wasn’t a lot of whooping and hollering, but reverence and a quiet moment of respect for what had just transpired. In fact, there might have been a few tears in our eyes.</p>
  1136.  
  1137.  
  1138.  
  1139. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/skinning-axis-buck-ftw-ranch.jpg" alt="skinning axis buck ftw ranch" class="wp-image-90115" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/skinning-axis-buck-ftw-ranch.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/skinning-axis-buck-ftw-ranch-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/skinning-axis-buck-ftw-ranch-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">It got intense in the skinning shed.</figcaption></figure>
  1140.  
  1141.  
  1142.  
  1143. <p>Now, really, the work would begin. It came time to learn about transition skills between the field and the fork.</p>
  1144.  
  1145.  
  1146.  
  1147. <p>Day 3 found us hunting again, after we discussed game laws, and the importance of hunting for conservation – based on wildlife science across the world. We met our chef, Josh Schwencke, owner of <a href="https://www.gastronomycompany.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Gastronomy Live</a>. During the rest of our time there, Josh would become an integral part of the course – from being on hand during the skinning process, and instructive in the field dressing and finally, butchering classes. Josh also demonstrated a backstrap for an appetizer using the sous vide (hot water bath) method.&nbsp;</p>
  1148.  
  1149.  
  1150.  
  1151. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Josh-Schwencke.jpg" alt="Josh Schwencke" class="wp-image-90109" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Josh-Schwencke.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Josh-Schwencke-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Josh-Schwencke-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Josh Schwencke demonstrated how to make a venison appetizer using the sous vide method.</figcaption></figure>
  1152.  
  1153.  
  1154.  
  1155. <p>On day 4, we started the day early, heading out to hunt as the sun rose. Unfortunately, we didn’t see any more approved bucks to cull in our group, but we enjoyed our time on the ridge, and then, later, it was back to work doing the butchering and learning about cuts of meat, in the shop near the lodge. Sharp knives, lots of counter tops and plenty of flowing water made the process for the team fast and tidy.&nbsp;</p>
  1156.  
  1157.  
  1158.  
  1159. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Josh-Schwencke-sausage-making.jpg" alt="Josh Schwencke sausage making" class="wp-image-90108" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Josh-Schwencke-sausage-making.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Josh-Schwencke-sausage-making-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Josh-Schwencke-sausage-making-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Josh Schwencke gave us valuable tips for making venison/pork sausage.</figcaption></figure>
  1160.  
  1161.  
  1162.  
  1163. <p>Josh then showed us how to make venison/pork sausage, and here’s a tip I’ll use from now on: store all accessories for the meat grinder in the freezer before you use them. It’ll make the process go a lot faster, and the fat will not stick to the metal as easily. Also, another tip he gave us included using a slice or two or plain white bread run through the grinder at the end of the process, to remove bits of fat that might have clung to the innards. It works.&nbsp;</p>
  1164.  
  1165.  
  1166.  
  1167. <p>For this course, the FTW Ranch recommended 160 rounds of ammo. I would recommend bringing good hunting or hiking boots and layers (especially for December in Texas). Camo, especially if you’re spotting and stalking, is imperative. No need for blaze orange, as it’s a private ranch.</p>
  1168.  
  1169.  
  1170.  
  1171. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FTW-Ranch-jeep-and-Ruger-women-and-media.jpg" alt="FTW Ranch jeep and Ruger women and media" class="wp-image-90104" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FTW-Ranch-jeep-and-Ruger-women-and-media.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FTW-Ranch-jeep-and-Ruger-women-and-media-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FTW-Ranch-jeep-and-Ruger-women-and-media-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">We like our mode of transportation at the FTW Ranch.</figcaption></figure>
  1172.  
  1173.  
  1174.  
  1175. <p>Along with all the pieces of the course, we also spent time riding around in the jeeps finding beautiful animals that frankly, you’re not going to see when you’re driving across this country (except for whitetail, in some places).&nbsp;</p>
  1176.  
  1177.  
  1178.  
  1179. <p>The course design, and the accommodations, staff and setting could not have been better planned or executed. I highly recommend the SAAM and hope to return someday to the <a href="https://ftwsaam.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">FTW Ranch</a>.</p>
  1180.  
  1181.  
  1182.  
  1183. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-gun-ruger-american-rifle-generation-ii"><strong>The Gun – Ruger American Rifle Generation II</strong></h3>
  1184.  
  1185.  
  1186.  
  1187. <p>Ruger supplied everyone (Except Sarah, who opted for a different Ruger rifle since she shoots left-handed and the Gen II hasn’t been made in that, yet.) an <a href="https://ruger.com/products/americanRifleGenII/specSheets/46901.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">American Rifle Generation II in 6.5 Creedmoor</a>, equipped with <a href="https://www.leupold.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Leupold</a> VX-5HD scopes. The guns came with 20-inch, spiral fluted, threaded barrels and a factory-installed Picatinny scope base. Ruger’s patented Power Bedding system keeps the receiver in place as the barrel free floats between two stainless steel bedding blocks inserted into the stock. </p>
  1188.  
  1189.  
  1190.  
  1191. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="291" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ruger-American-Rifle-Generation-II-Standard.jpeg" alt="Ruger American Rifle Generation II Standard" class="wp-image-90110" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ruger-American-Rifle-Generation-II-Standard.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ruger-American-Rifle-Generation-II-Standard-300x91.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ruger-American-Rifle-Generation-II-Standard-768x233.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Ruger American Rifle Generation II Standard</figcaption></figure>
  1192.  
  1193.  
  1194.  
  1195. <p>At first glance, I couldn’t help but notice the finish – Ruger calls it the “Gray Splatter Gen II American,” and it’s interesting, and this type of slighty gritty finish would be perfect in inclement hunting weather, when keeping a hold of the gun always matters. It also comes with a soft rubber recoil pad with a fat heel.&nbsp; Ruger’s Mark Gurney, director of product management, talked to us about the recoil pad and said, “The way that it’s hollowed out, it collapses upon itself and it seems to bottom out just at the end of the recoil event.”</p>
  1196.  
  1197.  
  1198.  
  1199. <p>Another great feature is the length of pull, standard at 13.75 inches, which can be reduced to a compact 12 inches by removing the stock spacer. Interim lengths of pull can be achieved by purchasing additional stock spacers at ShopRuger.com</p>
  1200.  
  1201.  
  1202.  
  1203. <p>This rifle weighs 6.5 pounds, measures 41.25 inches overall and comes with a factory-installed radial port muzzle brake.</p>
  1204.  
  1205.  
  1206.  
  1207. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="291" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ruger-ranch-model-gen-II.jpeg" alt="Ruger ranch model gen II" class="wp-image-90112" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ruger-ranch-model-gen-II.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ruger-ranch-model-gen-II-300x91.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ruger-ranch-model-gen-II-768x233.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Ruger Ranch Model Gen II</figcaption></figure>
  1208.  
  1209.  
  1210.  
  1211. <p>I liked the oversized bolt handle, with a 70-degree throw, and the three-position tang safety. The three-position safety is the perfect set-up for any hunter out there. The first position locks the gun down so that it will not fire and you cannot accidentally manipulate the bolt when it gets caught on something; the second position unlocks the bolt and you can confirm whether you’ve loaded a round without having the gun on “fire” – which is the third position. The AI-style box magazine holds three rounds.&nbsp;</p>
  1212.  
  1213.  
  1214.  
  1215. <p>Another thing I appreciated was the comb, which also is adjustable. It comes with the low comb, which adds ½-inch to the comb height. Especially when using the Picatinny rail, there’s no straining to see through the scope. Medium and high combs can be found at <a href="https://shopruger.com/Ruger-American-Rifle-Gen-II-Comb-Riser-Kit/productinfo/90746" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ShopRuger,</a> as well as installation instructions.</p>
  1216.  
  1217.  
  1218.  
  1219. <p>Finally, the trigger comes in adjustable weights from 3 to 5 pounds, and has a blade-in trigger safety.&nbsp;</p>
  1220.  
  1221.  
  1222.  
  1223. <p>Additional calibers this year will include .204 Ruger, .223 Remington, 6.5 Creedmoor, 7mm-08 Rem., .308 Winchester and .450 Bushmaster.</p>
  1224.  
  1225.  
  1226.  
  1227. <p>Find a <a href="https://ruger.com/search/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ruger American Rifle Generation II</a> for your own use. The MSRP on the rifle I shot is $729.</p>
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  1233. <title>Volquartsen Partners with Kristy Lee Cook-Orr</title>
  1234. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/volquartsen-partners-with-kristy-lee-cook-orr/</link>
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  1236. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  1237. <pubDate>Fri, 15 Mar 2024 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
  1238. <category><![CDATA[Press Releases]]></category>
  1239. <category><![CDATA[Women's Hunting]]></category>
  1240. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
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  1242.  
  1243. <description><![CDATA[Volquartsen Firearms announces their partnership with Kristy Lee Cook-Orr. Cook-Orr prides herself on being an outdoor enthusiast, hunter, angler, and horse trainer.  ]]></description>
  1244. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1245. <p>Volquartsen Firearms announces their partnership with Kristy Lee Cook-Orr. Cook-Orr prides herself on being an outdoor enthusiast, hunter, angler, and horse trainer.  </p>
  1246.  
  1247.  
  1248.  
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  1252. <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/ads/volquartsen-firearms-plinking-22lr-rifles-and-pistols/"  target="_blank"><img decoding="async" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/volquartsen-firearms-960x100-1.jpg" class="no-lazy-load wp-post-image" alt="Volquartsen Firearms Plinking 22LR Rifles and Pistols" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/volquartsen-firearms-960x100-1.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/volquartsen-firearms-960x100-1-300x31.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/volquartsen-firearms-960x100-1-768x80.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></a>
  1253. </div></div>
  1254.  
  1255.  
  1256.  
  1257.  
  1258. <p>Hunting hasn’t always been a part of her life, though.&nbsp; She grew up singing country music and eventually landed a spot on American Idol Season 7.&nbsp; It was during her time on American Idol that she was introduced to hunting.</p>
  1259.  
  1260.  
  1261.  
  1262. <p>“I wasn’t sure if I would even like hunting honestly, I remember all the times I hit an animal and would bawl my eyes out. No one thought I would ever be able to pull the trigger until I pulled the trigger,” noted Cook-Orr.</p>
  1263.  
  1264.  
  1265.  
  1266. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="500" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Kristy-Lee-Cook-Volquartsen.jpg" alt="Kristy-Lee-Cook-Volquartsen" class="wp-image-90178" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Kristy-Lee-Cook-Volquartsen.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Kristy-Lee-Cook-Volquartsen-300x156.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Kristy-Lee-Cook-Volquartsen-768x400.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1267.  
  1268.  
  1269.  
  1270. <p>In addition, “Lots of hard days, hiking, and exhaustion made me all the more anxious to hunt and fill my tag. I shot my first bear and deer my first year hunting and haven’t stopped since.”</p>
  1271.  
  1272.  
  1273.  
  1274. <p>Following <em>American Idol</em>, Cook-Orr began hosting television shows beginning with <em>Goin’ Country with Kristy Lee Cook</em>. The show ran for 3 seasons, after which she returned to her roots in music.&nbsp;</p>
  1275.  
  1276.  
  1277.  
  1278. <p>While away from the television industry Cook-Orr had an idea for a new show called <em>The Most Wanted List</em>. Building the show from the ground up, <em>The Most Wanted List</em> will be filming season 11 this year.</p>
  1279.  
  1280.  
  1281.  
  1282. <p>“Scott Volquartsen was fortunate enough to meet Kristy and her husband Lee at SHOT Show in 2023. They began discussing how much fun it is to shoot 22 LR. From there we learned their young son was excited to shoot, and they were looking for a rifle that suited them on the ranch and their son on the range. We got them set up with our VM-22 rifle and 4.5” Mamba-X pistol,” commented Volquartsen Firearms Marketing Director Chad Wittrock.</p>
  1283.  
  1284.  
  1285.  
  1286. <p>Cook-Orr believes it’s important to appreciate the history of the hunting and shooting industry. Learning skills and how to survive when times get tough is something you can pass on to family, friends, and even strangers.</p>
  1287.  
  1288.  
  1289.  
  1290. <p>Cook-Orr added, “Volquartsen has been another part of our journey and we love their brand, being a part of our family, teaching our kids and the next generation how to carry on what we have learned. It&#8217;s important to keep our hunting and shooting world a part of our lifestyle. Kids who are raised in this environment respect and love the outdoors and everything that it means.”</p>
  1291.  
  1292.  
  1293.  
  1294. <p>She is grateful to be part of an amazing community that cares about wildlife, the outdoors, and being able to carry on that tradition.&nbsp;</p>
  1295.  
  1296.  
  1297.  
  1298. <p>“Volquartsen provides the perfect rifles for our young kids to start learning the proper technique and safety of shooting. We couldn’t ask for a better setup for our kiddo and he loves shooting his 22 LR,” Cook-Orr commented.</p>
  1299.  
  1300.  
  1301.  
  1302. <p><em>The Most Wanted List</em> season 11 will begin filming later this year and can be viewed on the Sportsman channel, Youtube, Hulu Live, Friendly App, Outdoor America, Hunt Channel, and MOTV.</p>
  1303.  
  1304.  
  1305.  
  1306. <p><strong>About Volquartsen Firearms</strong></p>
  1307.  
  1308.  
  1309.  
  1310. <p>Volquartsen Firearms engineers the world&#8217;s finest rimfire rifles, pistols and parts. We recognize that &#8220;handcrafted&#8221; doesn&#8217;t always mean &#8220;well-crafted&#8221;, and that &#8220;Made in the USA&#8221; doesn&#8217;t always equate to quality. It&#8217;s why we&#8217;re proud our guns and parts are designed and engineered to the highest standards, in Carroll, IA — using only the best possible materials and technologies.&nbsp;</p>
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  1316. <title>The Best Potato Crusted Fish for Lent</title>
  1317. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/the-best-potato-crusted-fish-for-lent/</link>
  1318. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  1319. <pubDate>Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:37:00 +0000</pubDate>
  1320. <category><![CDATA[Cooking]]></category>
  1321. <category><![CDATA[WONderful Recipes]]></category>
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  1323.  
  1324. <description><![CDATA[This quick-cooking Potato Crusted Fish recipe from Jeff Benda of "Wild Game and Fish" is one the easiest Lent dinner ideas.]]></description>
  1325. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1326. <p>This quick-cooking <strong>Potato Crusted Fish</strong> is one of our favorite <strong>instant potato recipes</strong> and one of the easiest <strong>Lent dinner ideas</strong>.</p>
  1327.  
  1328.  
  1329.  
  1330. <p>The first time I made potato crusted fish we were actually in the mood for <a href="https://wildgameandfish.com/perch-tacos-fish-taco-slaw/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>fish tacos</strong></a>, but had no tortillas. We had used the last of them the week before when I made my wife and daughter these <a href="https://wildgameandfish.com/venison-carnitas-tacos/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>Venison Carnitas Tacos</strong></a>.</p>
  1331.  
  1332.  
  1333.  
  1334. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="640" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Potato-Crusted-Fish-for-Lent.jpg" alt="Potato-Crusted-Fish-for-Lent" class="wp-image-90098" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Potato-Crusted-Fish-for-Lent.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Potato-Crusted-Fish-for-Lent-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Potato-Crusted-Fish-for-Lent-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1335.  
  1336.  
  1337.  
  1338. <p>If you&#8217;re like me, you don&#8217;t want to waste time with yet another trip to the grocery store with a kid in tow, so you improvise with what you have. I scoured our pantry for ideas and found a box of instant mashed potatoes leftover from one of my solo backcountry hunting trips.</p>
  1339.  
  1340.  
  1341.  
  1342. <p>Most of the recipes I create are like that. I cook seasonally with what is available in our backyard garden, the woods, or lakes and rivers. But when it&#8217;s a freezing cold February in North Dakota, sometimes you just gotta go with some fish from the freezer and some instant potatoes in the cupboard.</p>
  1343.  
  1344.  
  1345.  
  1346. <p>If you want to use this Potato Crusted Fish recipe when you are looking for Lent dinner ideas, you can choose your favorite vegetable as a side dish to got along with this instant potato recipe – or throw them on a tortilla and enjoy some fish tacos.</p>
  1347.  
  1348.  
  1349.  
  1350. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-lent-dinner-ideas">Lent Dinner Ideas</h3>
  1351.  
  1352.  
  1353.  
  1354. <p>During the <a href="https://www.usccb.org/prayer-worship/liturgical-year/lent" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>Lenten season</strong></a>, meat on Fridays isn&#8217;t an option for Catholic families. You have the option of packing up the kids and heading to your local church to enjoy a <a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/index.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>Knights of Columbus</strong></a> fish fry. But if you would rather stay home and make a no-meat-meal at home, you have plenty of <a href="https://exodus90.com/blog/category/no-meat-meals-en/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>fish dinner ideas</strong></a>, or these <a href="https://exodus90.com/blog/category/no-meat-meals-en/"><strong>recipes I created for <em>Exodus 90</em></strong></a>.</p>
  1355.  
  1356.  
  1357.  
  1358. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-how-to-make-potato-crusted-fish">How to Make Potato Crusted Fish</h3>
  1359.  
  1360.  
  1361.  
  1362. <p>1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.</p>
  1363.  
  1364.  
  1365.  
  1366. <p>2. Take your fish out 15 minutes before cooking. Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels, then sprinkle both sides of each fillet with the salt and black pepper.</p>
  1367.  
  1368.  
  1369.  
  1370. <p>3. Put flour in a shallow dish. Combine <a href="https://amzn.to/3U0DBTS" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>instant potatoes</strong></a> and Old Bay seasoning in another shallow dish. Combine milk and egg in a third shallow dish.</p>
  1371.  
  1372.  
  1373.  
  1374. <p>Continue reading the recipe for Potato Crusted Fish from Jeff Benda at &#8220;Wild Game and Fish&#8221; <a href="https://wildgameandfish.com/potato-crusted-fish/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>. </p>
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  1378. <title>How to Clean a Revolver</title>
  1379. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/how-to-clean-a-revolver/</link>
  1380. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Michelle Cerino]]></dc:creator>
  1381. <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2024 08:19:00 +0000</pubDate>
  1382. <category><![CDATA[Shooting - Guns & Gear]]></category>
  1383. <category><![CDATA[Shooting Tips]]></category>
  1384. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
  1385. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89987</guid>
  1386.  
  1387. <description><![CDATA[Michelle Cerino runs you through how to clean a revolver. It’s easier than you think, and she gets extra sage advice from Taurus’s marketing manager, Caleb Giddings.
  1388. ]]></description>
  1389. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1390. <p>I plan on spending more time on the range this summer with the Taurus revolvers I wrote about in my&nbsp;<a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2023/12/revolvers-for-personal-protection/">previous post</a>, &#8220;Revolvers for Personal Protection.&#8221; In preparation for the dreaded firearm cleaning event that comes after those fun days on the range, I decided to learn more about how to clean a revolver when it wasn&#8217;t terribly dirty.&nbsp;</p>
  1391.  
  1392.  
  1393.  
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  1396.  
  1397. <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/ads/taurus-gx4xl-pistols-_hz/"  target="_blank"><img decoding="async" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Taurus_GX4XL_Banner_960x100.png" class="no-lazy-load wp-post-image" alt="Tauraus GX4XL Pistols Longer slide adds 1 inch of length when compared to the GX4—increasing muzzle velocity and sight radius, making it easier to maintain accuracy." srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Taurus_GX4XL_Banner_960x100.png 961w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Taurus_GX4XL_Banner_960x100-300x32.png 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Taurus_GX4XL_Banner_960x100-768x81.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 961px) 100vw, 961px" /></a>
  1398. </div></div>
  1399.  
  1400.  
  1401. <p style="text-align: center;"><em>Sponsored by Taurus</em></p>
  1402.  
  1403.  
  1404. <p>I began my research by visiting Taurus&#8217;s YouTube Channel. Caleb Giddings, the marketing manager for Taurus USA, has a series of how-to videos about various revolver topics. I went right to the &#8220;Taurus How-To Series: Medium Frame Revolver&#8221; and decided to start with the Taurus <a href="https://www.taurususa.com/revolvers/medium-frame-revolvers/taurus-82" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">82 medium frame revolver</a>. </p>
  1405.  
  1406.  
  1407.  
  1408. <p>Before we even get started, I want to share this Taurus manual <a href="https://www.taurususa.com/images/manuals/Taurus_Manual_Revolvers.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">PDF</a> that Caleb sent me. Pages 42 through 51 contain exploded views of revolvers with a parts list. It&#8217;s an excellent resource for any questions you may have once you begin cleaning your revolver.   </p>
  1409.  
  1410.  
  1411.  
  1412. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/cleaning-revolver-items-needed.jpeg" alt="cleaning revolver items needed" class="wp-image-90055" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/cleaning-revolver-items-needed.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/cleaning-revolver-items-needed-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/cleaning-revolver-items-needed-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1413.  
  1414.  
  1415.  
  1416. <p><strong>How to Clean a Revolver</strong></p>
  1417.  
  1418.  
  1419.  
  1420. <p>First, as you would any time you work with a firearm, confirm that your revolver is empty. Check the chambers and make sure you can see light through the barrel. Also, look around and verify that there is no ammunition in the same room.</p>
  1421.  
  1422.  
  1423.  
  1424. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/empty-revolver.jpeg" alt="empty revolver" class="wp-image-90057" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/empty-revolver.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/empty-revolver-225x300.jpeg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/empty-revolver-768x1024.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1425.  
  1426.  
  1427.  
  1428. <p>Begin by using a soft rag to wipe down the outside of the revolver and remove any dirt or debris.&nbsp;</p>
  1429.  
  1430.  
  1431.  
  1432. <p><strong>Cleaning the Cylinder</strong></p>
  1433.  
  1434.  
  1435.  
  1436. <p>To clean the cylinder, spray both the top and face with solvents, then brush the face with a metal brush (be sure to brush down and away from the revolver).</p>
  1437.  
  1438.  
  1439.  
  1440. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Cleaning-cylinder.jpg" alt="Cleaning cylinder" class="wp-image-90053" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Cleaning-cylinder.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Cleaning-cylinder-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Cleaning-cylinder-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1441.  
  1442.  
  1443.  
  1444. <p>Then, push on the extractor and hold the star up. Brush under the star to remove any fouling.&nbsp;</p>
  1445.  
  1446.  
  1447.  
  1448. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Pushing-extractor.jpeg" alt="Pushing extractor" class="wp-image-90054" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Pushing-extractor.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Pushing-extractor-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Pushing-extractor-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1449.  
  1450.  
  1451.  
  1452. <p>Then, with the muzzle pointing up, use the brush to clean all the fronts of the charge holes. Make sure to rotate the cylinder until all are clean.&nbsp;</p>
  1453.  
  1454.  
  1455.  
  1456. <p>Use a rag to remove any excess solvents on the outside and run a bore snake through all the chambers (charge holes) to remove the rest.&nbsp;Or, you can run dry patches through the chambers if you don’t have a bore snake.&nbsp;</p>
  1457.  
  1458.  
  1459.  
  1460. <p><strong>Cleaning the Frame</strong></p>
  1461.  
  1462.  
  1463.  
  1464. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1451" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/cleaning-fireing-mechanism.jpeg" alt="cleaning firing mechanism" class="wp-image-90071" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/cleaning-fireing-mechanism.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/cleaning-fireing-mechanism-198x300.jpeg 198w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/cleaning-fireing-mechanism-677x1024.jpeg 677w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/cleaning-fireing-mechanism-768x1161.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1465.  
  1466.  
  1467.  
  1468. <p>First, clean the area where the firing pin protrudes through the frame and makes contact with the primer. Like before, spray some solvent on the area and use a brush to scrub away any debris. Then, remove any extra solvents with your rag.&nbsp;</p>
  1469.  
  1470.  
  1471.  
  1472. <p>Next, clean the forcing cone where the bullet enters the barrel. Spray the area with solvent and then brush at a 30- to 45-degree angle to get all edges. Wipe away the extra solvent.&nbsp;</p>
  1473.  
  1474.  
  1475.  
  1476. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="827" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/barrel-brush.jpeg" alt="barrel brush" class="wp-image-90072" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/barrel-brush.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/barrel-brush-300x258.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/barrel-brush-768x662.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1477.  
  1478.  
  1479.  
  1480. <p><strong>Don’t Forget the Barrel!</strong></p>
  1481.  
  1482.  
  1483.  
  1484. <p>Clean the barrel with a bore snake to remove any fouling. Then wipe down the entire exterior surface and make sure all the solvent is removed.&nbsp;Again, if you don’t have a bore snake, pull wet and dry patches from the back of the gun to the muzzle area, alternating with wet and dry until finally clean.</p>
  1485.  
  1486.  
  1487.  
  1488. <p><strong>Lubricating a Revolver</strong></p>
  1489.  
  1490.  
  1491.  
  1492. <p>The following are the parts of a revolver you will want to lubricate. When adding oil, give it time to work its way into the mechanisms with gravity first. Also, wipe off any excess oil left on each part.&nbsp;</p>
  1493.  
  1494.  
  1495.  
  1496. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oil-exctractor.jpg" alt="oil exctractor" class="wp-image-90058" style="width:840px;height:auto" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oil-exctractor.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oil-exctractor-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oil-exctractor-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1497.  
  1498.  
  1499.  
  1500. <p>1 Ejector Rod—Add a drop of oil on the ejector rod, then work it back and forth.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
  1501.  
  1502.  
  1503.  
  1504. <p>2 Face of Cylinder—Add a drop of oil at the cylinder&#8217;s seam. Wait a little bit, then spin the cylinder to distribute it evenly.&nbsp;</p>
  1505.  
  1506.  
  1507.  
  1508. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1253" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/dry-fire.jpeg" alt="dry fire" class="wp-image-90069" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/dry-fire.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/dry-fire-230x300.jpeg 230w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/dry-fire-785x1024.jpeg 785w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/dry-fire-768x1002.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1509.  
  1510.  
  1511.  
  1512. <p>3 Firing Mechanism—At full cock, add a drop of lubricant on the face of the hammer (where the hammer and sear interact) and on the side where there are wear marks. Cock and release 6-12 times to spread lube.</p>
  1513.  
  1514.  
  1515.  
  1516. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oil-on-trigger.jpeg" alt="oil on trigger" class="wp-image-90060" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oil-on-trigger.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oil-on-trigger-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oil-on-trigger-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1517.  
  1518.  
  1519.  
  1520. <p>4 Trigger—Place a drop of oil on each side where the trigger and frame come together, and dry fire 6 to 12 times.</p>
  1521.  
  1522.  
  1523.  
  1524. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="547" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oiling-revolver.jpeg" alt="oiling revolver" class="wp-image-90070" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oiling-revolver.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oiling-revolver-300x171.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oiling-revolver-768x438.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1525.  
  1526.  
  1527.  
  1528. <p>Finally, double-check your gun for extra lube and wipe it off as needed. If you plan on storing the revolver, rub a light coat of lube over the gun with your finger.</p>
  1529.  
  1530.  
  1531.  
  1532. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oiled-revolver.jpeg" alt="oiled revolver" class="wp-image-90059" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oiled-revolver.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oiled-revolver-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oiled-revolver-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1533.  
  1534.  
  1535.  
  1536. <p><strong>A Pointer from Caleb</strong></p>
  1537.  
  1538.  
  1539.  
  1540. <p>I reached out to Caleb to see if he had any extra words of wisdom about cleaning a revolver. He said: &#8220;A revolver isn&#8217;t like a modern striker fired 9mm where you can just sort of clean it whenever you want. Wheelguns are extremely tolerant of neglect, but not abuse. You need to regularly check things like the yoke screw, the ejector rod, and other screws to make sure they&#8217;re still tight. If you shoot lead ammo, you need to have a method to remove lead fouling from the forcing cone to keep the cylinder from binding up.”</p>
  1541.  
  1542.  
  1543.  
  1544. <p>Find Taurus&#8217;s full line of revolvers <a href="https://www.taurususa.com/revolvers/all-taurus-revolvers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>. </p>
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  1546. </item>
  1547. <item>
  1548. <title>Shelley Hill Joins TeamWON as Columnist</title>
  1549. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/shelley-hill-joins-teamwon-as-columnist/</link>
  1550. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  1551. <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2024 07:08:00 +0000</pubDate>
  1552. <category><![CDATA[News]]></category>
  1553. <category><![CDATA[Press Releases]]></category>
  1554. <category><![CDATA[WONderful Women]]></category>
  1555. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89993</guid>
  1556.  
  1557. <description><![CDATA[Shelley Hill joins TeamWON as a regular contributor to “Women’s Outdoor News” with a new column. ]]></description>
  1558. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1559. <p>Shelley Hill joins TeamWON as a regular contributor to “Women’s Outdoor News” with a new column.&nbsp;</p>
  1560.  
  1561.  
  1562.  
  1563. <p>Shelley is co-owner – along with her husband, Brian – the XO and an instructor at <a href="https://www.thecompletecombatant.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Complete Combatant</a>, which offers comprehensive online and in-person training in the world of self-defense and firearms. She is an HK brand ambassador, has articles published in “Shooting Illustrated” and holds many instructor certifications for on-body and off-body live fire training, medical, non-lethal and less-than-lethal self-preservation options. </p>
  1564.  
  1565.  
  1566.  
  1567. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="600" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-complete-combatant-copy.jpeg" alt="The complete combatant" class="wp-image-89868" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-complete-combatant-copy.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-complete-combatant-copy-300x188.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-complete-combatant-copy-768x480.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1568.  
  1569.  
  1570.  
  1571. <p>Shelley is the designer and mastermind behind <a href="http://www.thecompletecombatant.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Image Based Decisional Drills</a>, <a href="https://www.smartchoicesimagecards.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Smart Choices</a>, <a href="https://www.lockedingrip.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LockedIn Grip</a>, The Complete Combatant&#8217;s annual <a href="http://www.thecompletecombatant.com/the-mingle.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Mingle</a> for professional ladies in the &#8220;firearms/self-defense&#8221; industry and <a href="http://www.thecompletecombatant.com/the-quest.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Quest</a> for red-dot shooters. She also is the president of a non-profit organization called <a href="https://www.bluelineponies.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Blue Line Ponies</a>. This 501c3 focuses on providing a retirement range for career service horses. </p>
  1572.  
  1573.  
  1574.  
  1575. <p>When not involved with her business or the non-profit, based in Georgia, she might be found presenting at national conferences, such as <a href="https://www.agirlandagun.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">A Girl &amp; A Gun</a>.</p>
  1576.  
  1577.  
  1578.  
  1579. <p>Barbara Baird, publisher of The WON, said, “We started working with Shelley last year, when she sent us a guest post titled <a href="http://womensoutdoornews.com/2023/12/what-do-car-thieves-like/">‘What Do Car Thieves Like?</a>’” We liked it, and we appreciated her insight combined with a sense of humor in the delivery, and we believe our readers will benefit greatly from Shelley’s tips and advice.”</p>
  1580.  
  1581.  
  1582.  
  1583. <p>Shelley joins a team of respected and influential writers, photographers and videographers at “Women’s Outdoor News.”&nbsp;</p>
  1584.  
  1585.  
  1586.  
  1587. <p>See more about Shelley Hill <a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/team_members/shelley-hill/">at The WON</a>.</p>
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  1590. <item>
  1591. <title>Antelope Cabbage Casserole</title>
  1592. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/antelope-cabbage-casserole/</link>
  1593. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  1594. <pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2024 07:14:00 +0000</pubDate>
  1595. <category><![CDATA[Cooking]]></category>
  1596. <category><![CDATA[Wild Game Cuisine]]></category>
  1597. <category><![CDATA[WONderful Recipes]]></category>
  1598. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=90022</guid>
  1599.  
  1600. <description><![CDATA[Kristy Crabtree, of "Wild Game Cuisine" has the perfect recipe for the month of March. This antelope cabbage casserole will fill the air with succulent scent as it cooks, we're sure! In fact, we're going to try it later this month!]]></description>
  1601. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1602. <p>It&#8217;s been a while since we&#8217;ve posted any recipes from our featured blogger, Kristy Crabtree, of &#8220;Wild Game Cuisine.&#8221; That doesn&#8217;t mean that she hasn&#8217;t been concocting delicious wild game recipes in her kitchen, and this one is quite fitting for the month of March. Anything with cabbage works, and this antelope cabbage casserole will fill the air with succulent scent as it cooks, we&#8217;re sure! In fact, we&#8217;re going to try it later this month!</p>
  1603.  
  1604.  
  1605.  
  1606. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="150" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Wild-Game-Cuisine-logo.jpg" alt="Wild Game Cuisine logo" class="wp-image-59341" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Wild-Game-Cuisine-logo.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Wild-Game-Cuisine-logo-300x47.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Wild-Game-Cuisine-logo-768x120.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1607.  
  1608.  
  1609.  
  1610. <p>Originally I was going to make antelope cabbage rolls for our St. Patricks Day dinner this year, but when my time ran short for dinner preparation I decided to use the same ingredients to make a casserole. The recipe turned out to be packed with flavor and was a big hit with the family. I think they like this better than my cabbage rolls … HAHAHA.</p>
  1611.  
  1612.  
  1613.  
  1614. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-antelope-cabbage-casserole">Antelope Cabbage Casserole</h2>
  1615.  
  1616.  
  1617.  
  1618. <p><strong>Ingredients</strong></p>
  1619.  
  1620.  
  1621.  
  1622. <ul>
  1623. <li>1 pound ground antelope</li>
  1624.  
  1625.  
  1626.  
  1627. <li>1/4 pound Italian sausage</li>
  1628.  
  1629.  
  1630.  
  1631. <li>2 leeks, chopped</li>
  1632.  
  1633.  
  1634.  
  1635. <li>1 clove garlic, chopped</li>
  1636.  
  1637.  
  1638.  
  1639. <li>1 head of cabbage, chopped</li>
  1640.  
  1641.  
  1642.  
  1643. <li>2 cups spaghetti sauce</li>
  1644.  
  1645.  
  1646.  
  1647. <li>1 teaspoon oregano</li>
  1648.  
  1649.  
  1650.  
  1651. <li>1 teaspoon basil</li>
  1652.  
  1653.  
  1654.  
  1655. <li>1/2 teaspoon salt</li>
  1656.  
  1657.  
  1658.  
  1659. <li>1 tablespoon butter</li>
  1660. </ul>
  1661.  
  1662.  
  1663.  
  1664. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="640" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/antelope-cabbage-casserole.jpg" alt="antelope cabbage casserole" class="wp-image-90030" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/antelope-cabbage-casserole.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/antelope-cabbage-casserole-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/antelope-cabbage-casserole-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1665.  
  1666.  
  1667.  
  1668. <p><strong>Directions</strong></p>
  1669.  
  1670.  
  1671.  
  1672. <p>Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Heat skillet over medium heat and melt butter. Sauté leeks and garlic for five minutes or until leeks are softened. Add ground antelope, Italian sausage, oregano, basil and salt cooking until meat is browned. Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil and parboil the cabbage for 5 minutes or until softened. Remove cabbage from water and drain. Layer the bottom of a casserole dish with 1/2 of the cabbage. Add 1/2 of the antelope meat and add one cup of spaghetti sauce. Repeat until all ingredients are gone. Cover casserole with tinfoil and bake in the oven for 45 minutes. Remove foil and continue to cook for another 15 minutes.</p>
  1673.  
  1674.  
  1675.  
  1676. <p>Serve with sliced french bread or garlic bread.</p>
  1677.  
  1678.  
  1679.  
  1680. <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="925" height="1024" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Kristy-Crabtree-at-grill-925x1024.jpg" alt="Kristy Crabtree at grill" class="wp-image-54598" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Kristy-Crabtree-at-grill-925x1024.jpg 925w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Kristy-Crabtree-at-grill-271x300.jpg 271w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Kristy-Crabtree-at-grill-768x850.jpg 768w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Kristy-Crabtree-at-grill.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 925px) 100vw, 925px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Kristy Crabtree at grill</figcaption></figure>
  1681.  
  1682.  
  1683.  
  1684. <p>Our friends at &#8220;Wild Game Cuisine&#8221; include more details and gorgeous photos of the Antelope Cabbage Casserole <a href="https://nevadafoodies.com/antelope-cabbage-casserole/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>. </p>
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  1687. <item>
  1688. <title>Walther’s Olympian Lexi Lagan Just Wanted to Make Friends</title>
  1689. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/walthers-olympian-lexi-lagan-just-wanted-to-make-friends/</link>
  1690. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Nancy Keaton]]></dc:creator>
  1691. <pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2024 07:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
  1692. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
  1693. <category><![CDATA[WONderful Women]]></category>
  1694. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=90001</guid>
  1695.  
  1696. <description><![CDATA[It’s like a plot from a Hallmark movie. Lexi Lagan searched for a cool hobby in college and wound up on the USA Olympic shooting team. She competes with the Walther LP500.
  1697. ]]></description>
  1698. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1699. <p>You just want to make some friends in college, so you join an activity. But it isn’t always what you think it’ll be. Just ask Lexi Lagan what it can lead to. In her case – the Olympics!&nbsp;</p>
  1700.  
  1701.  
  1702.  
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  1705.  
  1706. <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/ads/walther-arms-pdp-series-f-hz/"  target="_blank"><img decoding="async" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Walther-PDP-F-Series_960x90.jpg" class="no-lazy-load wp-post-image" alt="Walther Arms PDP Series F" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Walther-PDP-F-Series_960x90.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Walther-PDP-F-Series_960x90-300x31.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Walther-PDP-F-Series_960x90-768x80.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></a>
  1707. </div></div>
  1708.  
  1709.  
  1710. <p style="text-align: center;"><em>Sponsored by Walther Arms</em></p>
  1711.  
  1712.  
  1713. <p><strong>Childhood</strong></p>
  1714.  
  1715.  
  1716.  
  1717. <p>As the fourth generation from Boulder City, Nevada, Lexi was raised around guns.&nbsp;</p>
  1718.  
  1719.  
  1720.  
  1721. <p>“Our family would really go out to the range every other weekend to just have fun. We were taught early on about firearm safety and respect for them as tools as well as how to enjoy the sport,” explains Lexi.</p>
  1722.  
  1723.  
  1724.  
  1725. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="638" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-Championship-of-the-Americas-with-Medal.jpg" alt="Lexi Lagan Championship of the Americas with Medal" class="wp-image-90008" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-Championship-of-the-Americas-with-Medal.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-Championship-of-the-Americas-with-Medal-300x199.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-Championship-of-the-Americas-with-Medal-768x510.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Lexi Lagan at the Championship of the Americas with her medal</figcaption></figure>
  1726.  
  1727.  
  1728.  
  1729. <p><strong>College</strong></p>
  1730.  
  1731.  
  1732.  
  1733. <p>Then in 2011, she went off to college at the <a href="https://www.utah.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">University of Utah</a>. “I was just trying to find some friends and social activities to do. One of the groups that I joined was the <a href="https://upms.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Utah Precision Marksmanship Society</a>. It was just supposed to be a fun hobby.”</p>
  1734.  
  1735.  
  1736.  
  1737. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="769" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-with-Medals-and-gun.jpg" alt="Lexi Lagan with Medals and gun" class="wp-image-90012" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-with-Medals-and-gun.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-with-Medals-and-gun-300x240.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-with-Medals-and-gun-768x615.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1738.  
  1739.  
  1740.  
  1741. <p><strong>The Olympics</strong></p>
  1742.  
  1743.  
  1744.  
  1745. <p>After a couple of years, Lexi realized that she was good at the sport and her coach encouraged her to try out for the <a href="https://olympics.com/en/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Olympics</a>. “At first, I brushed it off – it’s a hobby, I&#8217;m a physics major.” But in 2015 she decided to try for the Olympic trials in Rio and in 2016 she ended up as the alternate for women&#8217;s air pistol. “It was a pretty big jump from not really taking this seriously to being the second runner-up to go to the Olympics. So, I started thinking I&#8217;m kind of good at this, I better take it a little bit more seriously,” she laughs.</p>
  1746.  
  1747.  
  1748.  
  1749. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-Walther-GSP-500.jpg" alt="Lexi Lagan Walther GSP 500" class="wp-image-90009" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-Walther-GSP-500.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-Walther-GSP-500-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-Walther-GSP-500-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1750.  
  1751.  
  1752.  
  1753. <p>In 2017, Lexi graduated from the University of Utah and moved to Colorado Springs where she began training at the <a href="https://www.usopc.org/training-centers/colorado-springs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Olympic and Paralympic Training Center</a> for the Tokyo 2020 games. “My coach, Jason Turner, and I were working quite diligently on it, and I made the team in early 2020 with about a 40-point lead on my next competitor. Then as my husband and I were flying home from the trials, we heard rumblings of this weird flu-type thing going on. Then it felt like the next week the world shut down with COVID,” she remembers.</p>
  1754.  
  1755.  
  1756.  
  1757. <p>In 2021 things opened back up and Lexi went to Tokyo to compete. “It wasn&#8217;t my best performance but it was my very first match at my very first Olympics, so I had a little grace on that one. But my Sport Pistol match was awesome. I was only four points out of the final and that placement at the Olympics pushed me up into the top 10 in the world in world ranking.”&nbsp;</p>
  1758.  
  1759.  
  1760.  
  1761. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="432" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-Championship-of-the-Americas-Hand-Over-Heart.jpg" alt="Lexi Lagan Championship of the Americas Hand Over Heart" class="wp-image-90006" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-Championship-of-the-Americas-Hand-Over-Heart.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-Championship-of-the-Americas-Hand-Over-Heart-300x135.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-Championship-of-the-Americas-Hand-Over-Heart-768x346.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Lexi Lagan at the Championship of the Americas </figcaption></figure>
  1762.  
  1763.  
  1764.  
  1765. <p>Lexi’s wins are impressive. She was the first US woman to ever receive an invitation to the <a href="https://www.issf-sports.org/news.ashx?newsid=3624" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ISSF President&#8217;s Cup</a>, an international competition consisting of the top 12 in the world, and she was in the top 10.</p>
  1766.  
  1767.  
  1768.  
  1769. <p>Lexi’s next big event will be the Olympics in Paris in July 2024.</p>
  1770.  
  1771.  
  1772.  
  1773. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="640" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-with-Walther-LP-500-US-Olympic-Team-Santiago-2023.jpg" alt="Lexi Lagan with Walther LP 500 US Olympic Team Santiago 2023" class="wp-image-90011" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-with-Walther-LP-500-US-Olympic-Team-Santiago-2023.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-with-Walther-LP-500-US-Olympic-Team-Santiago-2023-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-with-Walther-LP-500-US-Olympic-Team-Santiago-2023-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Lexi Lagan with her Walther LP 500 US Olympic Team in Santiago 2023</figcaption></figure>
  1774.  
  1775.  
  1776.  
  1777. <p><strong>Walther Partnership</strong></p>
  1778.  
  1779.  
  1780.  
  1781. <p>Lexi started shooting the <a href="https://waltherarms.com/">Walther</a>  <a href="https://waltherarms.com/firearms/lp500">LP 500</a> in late 2021. “I asked to try the LP500 with the electronic trigger because I’d heard about them, but never used one before.”</p>
  1782.  
  1783.  
  1784.  
  1785. <p><strong>Unexpected Joys</strong></p>
  1786.  
  1787.  
  1788.  
  1789. <p>Lexi says her biggest surprise and greatest joy from her experiences has been the friendships she’s made. “I joined the marksmanship team at the University of Utah to make friends. Little did I know that nine years down the line I would end up making so many friends, so many lifelong relationships.”</p>
  1790.  
  1791.  
  1792.  
  1793. <p>Another unexpected outcome is that Lexi is now a coach. “It was originally a way to make a little bit of extra money. As Olympic athletes, we don&#8217;t make money and there are a lot of things we have to pay for ourselves. But with coaching, I&#8217;ve realized that being able to share this passion and watch it blossom in younger athletes is so gratifying for me.”</p>
  1794.  
  1795.  
  1796.  
  1797. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1019" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-Championship-of-the-Americas-Medals.jpg" alt="Lexi Lagan Championship of the Americas Medals" class="wp-image-90007" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-Championship-of-the-Americas-Medals.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-Championship-of-the-Americas-Medals-283x300.jpg 283w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lexi-Lagan-Championship-of-the-Americas-Medals-768x815.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Championship of the Americas Medals</figcaption></figure>
  1798.  
  1799.  
  1800.  
  1801. <p><strong>Appreciation</strong></p>
  1802.  
  1803.  
  1804.  
  1805. <p>“I would like to send out a shout-out to all the people that have supported me through kind words and encouragement. Thank you to my sponsors because that support is really important for athletes. Finally, to my family: I love you. Thank you for everything.”</p>
  1806.  
  1807.  
  1808.  
  1809. <p>You can follow Lexi’s progress at her <a href="https://teamlagan.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">website</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Lagan1515/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lagan1515/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/Lagan1515" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Twitter</a> platforms.</p>
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  1813. <title>CarbonTV&#8217;s Inspiring Female-Driven Content</title>
  1814. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/carbontvs-inspiring-female-driven-content/</link>
  1815. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  1816. <pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2024 07:05:00 +0000</pubDate>
  1817. <category><![CDATA[Press Releases]]></category>
  1818. <category><![CDATA[Women's Hunting]]></category>
  1819. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
  1820. <category><![CDATA[WONderful Women]]></category>
  1821. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=90036</guid>
  1822.  
  1823. <description><![CDATA[CarbonTV, the leading streaming platform for outdoor enthusiasts, is proud to highlight its powerful range of female-driven content.]]></description>
  1824. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1825. <p>CarbonTV, the leading streaming platform for outdoor enthusiasts, is proud to highlight its powerful range of female-driven content. With a commitment to showcasing the dynamic voices and perspectives of women in the outdoors, CarbonTV continues to lead the way in offering engaging and empowering content for all audiences.</p>
  1826.  
  1827.  
  1828.  
  1829. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="540" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/carbontv_internationalwomensday_playlist.jpg" alt="carbontv_internationalwomensday_playlist female-driven content" class="wp-image-90043" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/carbontv_internationalwomensday_playlist.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/carbontv_internationalwomensday_playlist-300x169.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/carbontv_internationalwomensday_playlist-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1830.  
  1831.  
  1832.  
  1833. <p>Committed to inclusivity, empowerment, and celebrating the strength of women in the wild, CarbonTV is at the forefront of delivering compelling and empowering stories that resonate with audiences globally.</p>
  1834.  
  1835.  
  1836.  
  1837. <p>Highlighting CarbonTV&#8217;s female-driven content include shows like:</p>
  1838.  
  1839.  
  1840.  
  1841. <p>In her 14<sup>th</sup> Season of <a href="https://www.carbontv.com/shows/skull-bound-chronicles/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Skull Bound/ Skull Bound</em> Chronicles</a>, renowned Host, Executive Producer, Hunter, Angler, Skull Artist, <strong>Jana Waller</strong> is a trailblazer in the outdoor community.&nbsp;</p>
  1842.  
  1843.  
  1844.  
  1845. <p>Host of <a href="https://www.carbontv.com/shows/pursue-the-wild/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Pursue the Wild</em></a><em>,</em> <strong>Kristy Titus</strong> is passionate in the support of wildlife and habitat conservation and dedicated to preserving generational hunting traditions.&nbsp;</p>
  1846.  
  1847.  
  1848.  
  1849. <p>Acclaimed expert in primitive survival, and host <a href="https://www.carbontv.com/shows/decivilized/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Decivilized</em></a><em>, </em><strong>Laura Zerra </strong>has spent more days on camera surviving in the wild that any woman on Earth.&nbsp;</p>
  1850.  
  1851.  
  1852.  
  1853. <p>Owners and creators of Girls with Guns, a women’s concealed carry, hunting, range wear and athletic apparel company-<strong> Jen &amp; Norissa</strong>’s show <em><a href="https://www.carbontv.com/shows/girls-with-guns/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Girls with Guns</a></em> gives viewers everything they need, from concealed carry preparation for daily life to an incredible adventures in the outdoors.&nbsp;</p>
  1854.  
  1855.  
  1856.  
  1857. <p>Renowned caterer and certified chef and host, <strong>Chef Shelly Meyer</strong> shares her expertise and techniques in creating and preparing the best recipes in <a href="https://www.carbontv.com/shows/shellys-game-kitchen/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Shelly’s Game Kitchen</em></a><em>.</em></p>
  1858.  
  1859.  
  1860.  
  1861. <p>Host of the show <a href="https://www.carbontv.com/shows/chasin-tailwinds/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Chasin Tailwinds</em></a><em>, </em><strong>Mindy Lindheim</strong> is professional pilot with her Commercial Single &amp; Multi engine licenses, instrument rating, Citation 525 Single Pilot type rating, and is a Certified Flight Instructor.</p>
  1862.  
  1863.  
  1864.  
  1865. <p>Professional chef and pastry chef, <strong>Chef Bri Von Scotter, </strong>hosts <em><a href="https://www.carbontv.com/shows/wilderness-to-table/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Wilderness to Table</a></em> where she uses her expertise to teach the best ways to plan, prepare and serve wild game.&nbsp;</p>
  1866.  
  1867.  
  1868.  
  1869. <p>Host of <a href="https://www.carbontv.com/shows/overland-chronicles/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Overland Chronicles</em></a><em>, </em><strong>Cheyenne Peterson </strong>shares her passion for adrenaline pumping overland rides, the thrill of wildlife hunting and exploring natures beauty.&nbsp;</p>
  1870.  
  1871.  
  1872.  
  1873. <p>CarbonTV&#8217;s commitment to providing a platform for female outdoors enthusiasts aligns with the broader industry trend towards more inclusive content. By amplifying the voices and experiences of women in the outdoors, CarbonTV aims to break stereotypes and encourage everyone to embrace the beauty and excitement of nature.</p>
  1874.  
  1875.  
  1876.  
  1877. <blockquote class="wp-block-quote">
  1878. <p>&#8220;We are excited to celebrate and showcase the incredible women who contribute to the outdoor community,&#8221; said Julie McQueen, Owner, President and CEO of CarbonTV. &#8220;Our female-driven content reflects our commitment to diversity and highlights the strength, skill, and passion of women in the outdoors. We believe in providing a platform that resonates with all outdoor enthusiasts, and our expanding collection of female-led programming is a testament to that commitment.&#8221;</p>
  1879. </blockquote>
  1880.  
  1881.  
  1882.  
  1883. <p>McQueen has curated a collection of shows and series that spotlight the adventures, expertise, and stories of women in the outdoors. From hunting and fishing to survival and conservation, these programs not only entertain but also inspire and empower viewers to explore the great outdoors regardless of gender.</p>
  1884.  
  1885.  
  1886.  
  1887. <p>CarbonTV invites viewers to explore and enjoy this empowering content, inspiring a new generation of outdoor enthusiasts who see no limits to their adventures.</p>
  1888.  
  1889.  
  1890.  
  1891. <p>For more women of the outdoors who inspire us all, visit here for the CarbonTV Women’s Day <a href="https://www.carbontv.com/shows/skull-bound-chronicles/seasons/6/episodes/1/">playlist</a>.</p>
  1892.  
  1893.  
  1894.  
  1895. <p><strong>About CarbonTV&nbsp;</strong></p>
  1896.  
  1897.  
  1898.  
  1899. <p>CarbonTV is the premier online streaming platform for outdoor enthusiasts, delivering high-quality content across a variety of genres, including hunting, fishing, survival, aviation, and outdoor lifestyle.&nbsp;</p>
  1900.  
  1901.  
  1902.  
  1903. <p>Watch the entire library of content for free anytime and stream the best outdoor television including shows like <em>Heartland Bowhunter Full Strut, Mark V Peterson Hunting, Fly 8Ma, Reel Animals, Wilderness to Table, Pursue The Wild, Decivilized with Laura Zerra, and Outdoor Weekly.&nbsp;</em> CarbonTV has paved the way for Live Streaming videos of incredible wildlife activity such as the <a href="https://www.carbontv.com/cams/live-the-crush-with-lee-and-tiffany-deer-cam/?context=Cams%2520Page" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">“Crush Cam”</a> at Lee and Tiffany Lakosky’s Iowa farm, as well as live broadcasting aviation events and air shows.&nbsp;</p>
  1904.  
  1905.  
  1906.  
  1907. <p>All video content is available on demand, for free at CarbonTV.com and via OTT apps on ROKU, Amazon Fire TV, iOS, Android, Apple TV and Samsung Smart TV. To learn more, visit <a href="http://carbontv.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CarbonTV.Com</a>.&nbsp;</p>
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  1911. <title>Gal Gab: Retired Army General Becky Halstead</title>
  1912. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/gal-gab-retired-army-general-becky-halstead/</link>
  1913. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Barbara Baird]]></dc:creator>
  1914. <pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2024 07:40:00 +0000</pubDate>
  1915. <category><![CDATA[Gal Gab]]></category>
  1916. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
  1917. <category><![CDATA[WONderful Women]]></category>
  1918. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89741</guid>
  1919.  
  1920. <description><![CDATA[She was the first female graduate of West Point to pin on a star. Meet Retired Army General Becky Halstead, who now travels the country training future leaders.]]></description>
  1921. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  1922. <p>In 2004, Becky Halstead made history. She became the first female graduate from West Point to be promoted to Brigadier General in the US Army. Another first for the military record books included her command at the strategic level in Iraq, from 2005 to 2006, leading 20,000 soldiers and 5,000 civilians. That was a first not only for the Army, but also for the United States military. She culminated her military career, 2006 to 2008, as the Chief of Ordnance for the U.S. Army (first woman to do so), responsible for the technical training and leader development of soldiers and officers serving in maintenance, munitions, explosives and armament skill sets.</p>
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  1931.  
  1932.  
  1933.  
  1934.  
  1935. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/convoy-in-Iraq.jpg" alt="Convoy in Iraq (Photo courtesy of Becky Halstead)" class="wp-image-89744" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/convoy-in-Iraq.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/convoy-in-Iraq-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/convoy-in-Iraq-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Convoy in Iraq (Photo courtesy of Becky Halstead)</figcaption></figure>
  1936.  
  1937.  
  1938.  
  1939. <p>After she retired from the Army, Becky founded her own company, Steadfast Leadership. She also wrote a book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1451592876" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">“24/7: The First Person You Must Lead is You,”</a> which melds her own experiences with tried-and-true leadership principles, and makes for an interesting account of history during her tenure in the military.</p>
  1940.  
  1941.  
  1942.  
  1943. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/The-First-Person-You-Must-Lead-is-You.jpg" alt="The First Person You Must Lead is You" class="wp-image-84028" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/The-First-Person-You-Must-Lead-is-You.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/The-First-Person-You-Must-Lead-is-You-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/The-First-Person-You-Must-Lead-is-You-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  1944.  
  1945.  
  1946.  
  1947. <p>Today, Becky travels the world delivering inspirational and motivational speaking, along with developing corporate and academic leadership training. We first met her at Gunsite Academy last year, shortly after she had been named to the prestigious corporate board of Ruger Firearms.&nbsp;</p>
  1948.  
  1949.  
  1950.  
  1951. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Becky-Halstead.jpg" alt="Becky Halstead" class="wp-image-83273" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Becky-Halstead.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Becky-Halstead-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Becky-Halstead-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Becky Halstead at Gunsite.</figcaption></figure>
  1952.  
  1953.  
  1954.  
  1955. <p>Not only is Becky an excellent mentor and leadership role model, she also is an excellent marksman. She shot the only perfect score on the marksmanship test, using a <a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2023/04/ruger-security-380-at-gunsite/">Ruger Security-380</a>.&nbsp;</p>
  1956.  
  1957.  
  1958.  
  1959. <p>When she asked us what she could do to support us, we asked her to answer our “Gal Gab” questions. We think you’ll be as fascinated by her answers as we were, and maybe, come away inspired and motivated to take on a new challenge – or two.</p>
  1960.  
  1961.  
  1962.  
  1963. <p><strong><em>Describe a typical day in your work life.</em></strong></p>
  1964.  
  1965.  
  1966.  
  1967. <p>As you know, in 2008, after 27 years in the US Army, I retired from military service. So, the description of a typical day in my work life has drastically changed.&nbsp;</p>
  1968.  
  1969.  
  1970.  
  1971. <p>It was an honor and privilege to serve our nation. What I enjoyed most about the military was our people, our team and our mission. I led my teams with a laser focus – with a “go-to-war mentality” and with an attitude of “people first, mission always.” My subject matter expertise was supply chain; I was a multifunctional logistician. I thrived on processes and having my teams be combat multipliers. I wanted each of us to have the attitudes of “be part of the solution, not the problem” and “don’t worry about who gets the credit” because “success is a team sport.”&nbsp;</p>
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  1974.  
  1975. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/M6-w-child-Kosovo-2001.jpg" alt="M6 w child Kosovo 2001 (Photo courtesy of Becky Halstead)" class="wp-image-89747" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/M6-w-child-Kosovo-2001.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/M6-w-child-Kosovo-2001-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/M6-w-child-Kosovo-2001-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">M6 with child in Kosovo 2001 (Photo courtesy of Becky Halstead)</figcaption></figure>
  1976.  
  1977.  
  1978.  
  1979. <p>I retired because I was having challenges with my health and I wanted to get well so I could continue to contribute to society. I was only 49-years old. Of course, I had been wearing Army boots since I was 18, when I entered the United States Military Academy in 1977, so I had no pre-conceived notion about what my next career would look like. I determined rather quickly, however, that my passion and purpose was centered around people and leader development.&nbsp;</p>
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  1981.  
  1982.  
  1983. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="639" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/New-career-speaker.jpg" alt="New career speaker (Photo courtesy of Becky Halstead)" class="wp-image-89748" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/New-career-speaker.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/New-career-speaker-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/New-career-speaker-768x511.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Becky Halstead, in action with Steadfast Leadership (Photo courtesy of Becky Halstead)</figcaption></figure>
  1984.  
  1985.  
  1986.  
  1987. <p>So, in 2010, I established Steadfast Leadership. I began speaking on leadership (mostly for T-shirts and coffee cups while I attempted to figure out my path) to any organization who was interested – churches, schools, small businesses, etc. As I was five months into this new work environment, an opportunity presented itself – speaking to 300 women in New York City who were leaders in the C-Suites of their companies. The connection came from a West Point classmate (never underestimate the power of your friendships, relationships and contacts). That one event snowballed into hundreds, and my speaking now expands internationally, and I have a best-selling <a href="https://store.hbr.org/product/rebecca-s-halstead-steadfast-leadership/411050?sku=411050-PDF-ENG" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Harvard Business Case Study</a>, and I authored my own book on leadership <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/1451592876" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">(“24/7: The First Person You Must Lead is You”</a>).&nbsp;</p>
  1988.  
  1989.  
  1990.  
  1991. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Syrian-Border-with-Chief-Anderson.jpg" alt="Syrian Border with Chief Anderson" class="wp-image-89750" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Syrian-Border-with-Chief-Anderson.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Syrian-Border-with-Chief-Anderson-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Syrian-Border-with-Chief-Anderson-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">At the Syrian border with Chief Anderson (Photo courtesy of Becky Halstead)</figcaption></figure>
  1992.  
  1993.  
  1994.  
  1995. <p>My Army life had been very structured, very disciplined and very demanding – routine daily life started with physical training every morning and then every minute of the day was packed, and there was rarely an evening that I did not work into the late hours. We spent weeks in the field training and practicing all our skills should we be called to combat. I thought my days were long in peacetime until I deployed to combat. That is when I realized the value of all the years of hard work. There are no weekends. The enemy gets a vote.&nbsp;</p>
  1996.  
  1997.  
  1998.  
  1999. <p>In my new life and career, it is 180 degrees the opposite. I have almost no structure, which demands even more discipline. The majority of my workload is speaking in the corporate sector (which requires a lot of travel and coordination), but I am also blessed to be a board member on a family-owned company (<a href="https://ddo.standardprocess.com/Products?msclkid=a0609551813d1ee92f17f0be935b6210&amp;utm_source=bing&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=SEARCH%20%7C%20Branded%20%2B%20Top%2025&amp;utm_term=standard%20process%20brand&amp;utm_content=Branded%20%2B%20Top%2025%20Products">Standard </a><a href="https://ddo.standardprocess.com/Products?msclkid=a0609551813d1ee92f17f0be935b6210&amp;utm_source=bing&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=SEARCH%20%7C%20Branded%20%2B%20Top%2025&amp;utm_term=standard%20process%20brand&amp;utm_content=Branded%20%2B%20Top%2025%20Products" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Process</a>, an organic, whole food supplements company in Wisconsin) and of course, a director on the Ruger board. When I am not at a scheduled event, I am preparing in some capacity for upcoming events.  </p>
  2000.  
  2001.  
  2002.  
  2003. <p>The Ruger board has been an incredible learning journey and experience. There are so many parallels to those things that I enjoyed in the military: people, products, quality, team, mission! Being my first public board experience, I find myself in constant study of the industry.&nbsp;</p>
  2004.  
  2005.  
  2006.  
  2007. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="844" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Halstead-guns.jpg" alt="Halstead guns (Photo courtesy of Becky Halstead)" class="wp-image-89746" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Halstead-guns.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Halstead-guns-300x264.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Halstead-guns-768x675.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Becky writes, “This is a photo of my Ruger 1911 collector’s item, from my 40th reunion at West Point.  I took a few photos of it. It’s a beauty!” (Photo courtesy of Becky Halstead)</figcaption></figure>
  2008.  
  2009.  
  2010.  
  2011. <p>I said yes to the opportunity because I have carried a firearm my entire life. I grew up in a small country town in upstate New York and many of us knew how to fire, and many of my friends then and now love to hunt. We understood the importance of being responsible and safe. For me, joining the Ruger board has been both professionally and personally purposeful and rewarding. It has reignited my desire to be part of the solution, especially with regard to protecting our Second Amendment rights. It has also brought back a sense of mission and team for me. The intellectual rigor of board preparation motivates me to learn more, listen harder and make an impact. Our products and our people are the best in the industry. Ruger is a family. Being on the board has opened my eyes to the challenges we face as an industry and has strengthened my convictions.&nbsp;</p>
  2012.  
  2013.  
  2014.  
  2015. <p><strong><em>#1 piece of advice you would give other females who want to break into the industry?</em></strong></p>
  2016.  
  2017.  
  2018.  
  2019. <p>Do it! Unlike some industries, I find this industry to be welcoming to women – the environment is one in which confidence is respected, competence is expected, and passion is strongly admired.</p>
  2020.  
  2021.  
  2022.  
  2023. <p><strong><em>What motivates you?</em></strong></p>
  2024.  
  2025.  
  2026.  
  2027. <p>Engaging with people, solving difficult problems, gaining knowledge, helping others – especially anonymously – taking a great nature photo, being healthy, learning new technology … to name a few.</p>
  2028.  
  2029.  
  2030.  
  2031. <p><strong><em>Most unexpected thing you’ve learned, while working in this industry?</em></strong></p>
  2032.  
  2033.  
  2034.  
  2035. <p>The scope and layers of the industry – from clothing lines and accessories, to hunting, shooting and sports, variety of firearms and the network of agencies involved.&nbsp;</p>
  2036.  
  2037.  
  2038.  
  2039. <p><strong><em>Favorite product in the outdoor or shooting market right now?&nbsp;</em></strong></p>
  2040.  
  2041.  
  2042.  
  2043. <p>After spending three days at Gunsite with some very passionate (and sharpshooting) women, my newest favorite firearm is my <a href="https://ruger.com/products/security380/models.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ruger Security-380</a>. I would be remiss to not mention the 1911, however, as the .45 caliber was my favorite firearm that I carried in the military.</p>
  2044.  
  2045.  
  2046.  
  2047. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Security-NCO-Iraq.jpg" alt="Security NCO Iraq (Photo courtesy of Becky Halstead)" class="wp-image-89749" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Security-NCO-Iraq.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Security-NCO-Iraq-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Security-NCO-Iraq-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">With Security NCO. Iraq (Photo courtesy of Becky Halstead)</figcaption></figure>
  2048.  
  2049.  
  2050.  
  2051. <p><strong><em>Let’s have some fun … what weapon would you use to battle a giant?</em></strong></p>
  2052.  
  2053.  
  2054.  
  2055. <p>I’m 5-feet 1-inch tall. Physically, most everyone is a giant to me. My first choice to defeat a giant would be my character – using my mind and heart to influence all situations. Perhaps that is why I love the Ruger mission statement so much. We are a company dedicated to “providing innovative and reliable firearms for the responsible citizen.” Character is the cornerstone of responsibility.&nbsp;</p>
  2056.  
  2057.  
  2058.  
  2059. <p>Learn more about Becky Halstead and Steadfast Leadership at her <a href="https://www.beckyhalstead.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">website</a>.&nbsp;</p>
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  2063. <title>2024 National Women’s Sailing Association Conference</title>
  2064. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/2024-national-womens-sailing-association-conference/</link>
  2065. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  2066. <pubDate>Fri, 08 Mar 2024 08:37:00 +0000</pubDate>
  2067. <category><![CDATA[Boating]]></category>
  2068. <category><![CDATA[Press Releases]]></category>
  2069. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89971</guid>
  2070.  
  2071. <description><![CDATA[The National Women’s Sailing Association is holding the 2024 National Women’s Sailing Conference on June 8 on Lake Pontchartrain, New Orleans.]]></description>
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  2073. <p>The National Women’s Sailing Association (NWSA) is holding their <strong>2024 National Women’s Sailing Conference</strong> presented by Allstate Sugar Bowl on Saturday June 8 from 8 am – 5 pm at Southern Yacht Club on Lake Pontchartrain, New Orleans with support from Community Sailing New Orleans. The all-day event welcomes women sailors of all levels and ages to workshops including the popular Take the Helm® track — an introduction to sailing for women. A sailing scholarship fundraising mixer will be held after the conference to continue networking.</p>
  2074.  
  2075.  
  2076.  
  2077. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="640" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1-nwsa-2024conference_CREDIT-MATTHEWCOHENPHOTOGRAPHY.jpg" alt="nwsa-2024conference_CREDIT-MATTHEWCOHENPHOTOGRAPHY" class="wp-image-89976" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1-nwsa-2024conference_CREDIT-MATTHEWCOHENPHOTOGRAPHY.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1-nwsa-2024conference_CREDIT-MATTHEWCOHENPHOTOGRAPHY-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1-nwsa-2024conference_CREDIT-MATTHEWCOHENPHOTOGRAPHY-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Capt. Huntsman gives conference attendees a briefing on proper helmsmanship in an On-The-Water session included in the day’s programming of the 2024 National Women’s Sailing Conference in New Orleans June 8, 2024 (Matthew Cohen Photography)</figcaption></figure>
  2078.  
  2079.  
  2080.  
  2081. <p>Programming includes a full day of classroom, dockside and on-the-water workshops taught by experienced female instructors and Captains from across the nation. Sailors can fine tune their spinnaker sail trim skills, practice navigation using paper and electronic charts, learn how to recover a crew overboard with a Lifesling and more. Breakfast and lunch will be provided as well as a post-event fundraising raffle and cocktail social hour.</p>
  2082.  
  2083.  
  2084.  
  2085. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="764" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/NWSA_Thumbs-up_womensailors.png" alt="NWSA_Thumbs-up_womensailors" class="wp-image-89975" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/NWSA_Thumbs-up_womensailors.png 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/NWSA_Thumbs-up_womensailors-300x239.png 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/NWSA_Thumbs-up_womensailors-768x611.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">All thumbs up for after a full day of women sharing the sailing at NWSA’s Annual Women’s Sailing Conference  (Debbie Huntsman photo)</figcaption></figure>
  2086.  
  2087.  
  2088.  
  2089. <p>A highlight of the event is the announcement and presentation of the <strong>2024 BoatUS/NWSA Leadership in Women’s Sailing Award</strong> recipient, co-sponsored by NWSA and BoatUS. This award recognizes an individual with a record of achievement in inspiring, educating and enriching the lives of women through sailing.</p>
  2090.  
  2091.  
  2092.  
  2093. <p>Our valued sponsors are Allstate Sugar Bowl, American Sailing, BoatUS, Gulf Coast Bank and Trust Company, Offshore Sailing School, Louisiana Sailing School and Mantus Marine.</p>
  2094.  
  2095.  
  2096.  
  2097. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="640" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/women-sailing-conference.jpg" alt="women sailing conference" class="wp-image-89974" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/women-sailing-conference.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/women-sailing-conference-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/women-sailing-conference-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">(Matthew Cohen Photography)</figcaption></figure>
  2098.  
  2099.  
  2100.  
  2101. <p>NWSA Member Registration Pre-Opening special runs March 1-15 at $199. Early Bird General Registration runs March 16-April 14 &amp; General Registration runs April 15-June 4 with continued savings for members. $199 &#8211; $279 Registration details can be found on <a href="https://www.womensailing.org/">https://www.womensailing.org</a>  Direct any questions about conference registration or sponsorship opportunities to <a href="mailto:conference@womensailing.org">conference@womensailing.org</a> or (985) 247-8919.</p>
  2102.  
  2103.  
  2104.  
  2105. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="700" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/women-sailing-and-smiling.jpg" alt="women sailing and smiling" class="wp-image-89977" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/women-sailing-and-smiling.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/women-sailing-and-smiling-300x219.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/women-sailing-and-smiling-768x560.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Friendships and co-operation are nurtured in the classroom, at the dock and on-the-water in a fun filled day of sailing at the NWSA’s Annual Women’s Sailing Conference. (Marie Rogers photo)</figcaption></figure>
  2106.  
  2107.  
  2108.  
  2109. <p><strong>About National Women’s Sailing Association: </strong>Founded in 1990 by Hall of Fame sailor Doris Colgate, the National Women’s Sailing Association is a program of the Women’s Sailing Foundation, Inc. a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in the U.S. It maintains the mission of providing education, programming and support for women sailors of all ages. The organization seeks to help women find community and mentorship among their peers, as well as create leadership and education opportunities. Through membership, donations and sponsorship, they continue to maintain AdventureSail®, a program designed for girls who wouldn’t otherwise have the opportunity to discover the joys of sailing, the Learn to Sail Youth Sailing Scholarship, the Sue Corl Sailing Scholarship and the NWSA/BoatUS Leadership in Women’s Sailing Award. For more information visit <a href="https://www.womensailing.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.womensailing.org</a>. Follow on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nationalwomenssailingassociation" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@womenssailingassociation" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">YouTube</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/womenssailingassociation/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/womenssailing" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/national-womens-sailing-association" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LinkedIN</a>. </p>
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  2113. <title>MAVTV Celebrates Women&#8217;s History Month: Women in Motorsports </title>
  2114. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/mavtv-celebrates-womens-history-month-women-in-motorsports/</link>
  2115. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  2116. <pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2024 09:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
  2117. <category><![CDATA[Press Releases]]></category>
  2118. <category><![CDATA[WONderful Women]]></category>
  2119. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89960</guid>
  2120.  
  2121. <description><![CDATA[MAVTV and MAVTV Select will air programming centered around some of the most talented women in motorsports through original docuseries, interviews, event coverage highlights, personal stories and more.]]></description>
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  2123. <p>MAVTV – the world&#8217;s premier media platform for passion-fueled motorsports, powersports and automotive programming &#8211; celebrates Women’s History Month with a special lineup of programming dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the achievements and contributions of women in motorsports. </p>
  2124.  
  2125.  
  2126.  
  2127. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="640" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lyn-St.-James-Co-Founder-WIMNA-Lesa-France-Kennedy-Vice-Chair-NASCAR-Steve-Phelps-President-NASCAR_Women-With-Drive-Summit-III.jpg" alt="Lyn St. James (Co Founder WIMNA), Lesa France Kennedy (Vice Chair NASCAR), Steve Phelps (President NASCAR) at the Women With Drive Summit III" class="wp-image-89966" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lyn-St.-James-Co-Founder-WIMNA-Lesa-France-Kennedy-Vice-Chair-NASCAR-Steve-Phelps-President-NASCAR_Women-With-Drive-Summit-III.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lyn-St.-James-Co-Founder-WIMNA-Lesa-France-Kennedy-Vice-Chair-NASCAR-Steve-Phelps-President-NASCAR_Women-With-Drive-Summit-III-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lyn-St.-James-Co-Founder-WIMNA-Lesa-France-Kennedy-Vice-Chair-NASCAR-Steve-Phelps-President-NASCAR_Women-With-Drive-Summit-III-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Lyn St. James (Co Founder WIMNA), Lesa France Kennedy (Vice Chair NASCAR), Steve Phelps (President NASCAR) at the Women With Drive Summit III</figcaption></figure>
  2128.  
  2129.  
  2130.  
  2131. <p>“In celebration of Women’s History Month, we’re rolling out a lineup that puts the spotlight on the trailblazing women of motorsports,” said MAVTV President CJ Olivares. “It’s more than just programming for us &#8211; it’s a recognition of the female pioneers who’ve redefined what’s possible on the track and have inspired the next generation of racers. Our focus on shifting our content strategy to more narratively-driven stories and producing original series and specials that spotlight leading women in the sport have contributed to a 54% increase in the network’s female audience, and we are fully committed to continue fueling this momentum.”</p>
  2132.  
  2133.  
  2134.  
  2135. <p>Every Friday in March viewers of MAVTV and MAVTV Select will be treated to personal stories and professional accomplishments of incredible women who are changing the face of motorsports around the globe. Programming will air Fridays from 12-7 p.m. ET with a special marathon on International Women’s Day March 8.</p>
  2136.  
  2137.  
  2138.  
  2139. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1300" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ashley-Freiberg_In-the-machine-1.jpg" alt="Ashley Freiberg in The Machine" class="wp-image-89968" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ashley-Freiberg_In-the-machine-1.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ashley-Freiberg_In-the-machine-1-222x300.jpg 222w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ashley-Freiberg_In-the-machine-1-756x1024.jpg 756w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Ashley-Freiberg_In-the-machine-1-768x1040.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Ashley Freiberg </figcaption></figure>
  2140.  
  2141.  
  2142.  
  2143. <p><strong>Original Docuseries: Focused on Female Stories</strong></p>
  2144.  
  2145.  
  2146.  
  2147. <p>Women’s History Month programming features several of MAVTV’s exclusive docuseries, compelling original programs that follow motorsports&#8217; most talented and up-and-coming female drivers.</p>
  2148.  
  2149.  
  2150.  
  2151. <ul>
  2152. <li><strong>“In the Machine: Ashley Freiberg”: </strong>Women’s History Month kicks off with all episodes of this MAVTV original docuseries, which delves into the life and career of a racing trailblazer as she navigates the balancing act between her high-speed career and family life.&nbsp;</li>
  2153.  
  2154.  
  2155.  
  2156. <li><strong>“Road to Glory”: </strong>Show traces the inner workings of what it takes to succeed in the hotly contested Trans Am series; a backstage pass of the highs and lows as the Showtime Motorsports team travels around the country. Series features Michele Abbate, the only female Trans Am TA2 driver.&nbsp;</li>
  2157.  
  2158.  
  2159.  
  2160. <li><strong>“On the Rise”: </strong>Spotlights up-and-coming racer Hannah Greenemeier and her aspirations and journey in karting and beyond.</li>
  2161. </ul>
  2162.  
  2163.  
  2164.  
  2165. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="540" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Hannah-Greenemeier_S2-E1-On-the-Rise.jpg" alt="Hannah Greenemeier" class="wp-image-89967" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Hannah-Greenemeier_S2-E1-On-the-Rise.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Hannah-Greenemeier_S2-E1-On-the-Rise-300x169.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Hannah-Greenemeier_S2-E1-On-the-Rise-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Hannah Greenemeier</figcaption></figure>
  2166.  
  2167.  
  2168.  
  2169. <p><strong>Celebrating Women’s Contributions to Motorsports&nbsp;</strong></p>
  2170.  
  2171.  
  2172.  
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  2211. <title>Japanese vs German Knives: What&#8217;s the Best Pick for You?</title>
  2212. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/japanese-vs-german-knives-whats-the-best-pick-for-you/</link>
  2213. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  2214. <pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2024 08:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
  2215. <category><![CDATA[Cooking]]></category>
  2216. <category><![CDATA[Lifestyle]]></category>
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  2218.  
  2219. <description><![CDATA[Swordis sent this guest post detailing the differences between German and Japanese knives. We know you can apply this knowledge to future purchases.]]></description>
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  2221. <p>Knives are crucial tools for cooking, used by both world-famous chefs and everyday people, whether they&#8217;re preparing meals at home, cooking outdoors, preparing a meal for themselves, or making food for others.</p>
  2222.  
  2223.  
  2224.  
  2225. <p>Among the most popular knives used by chefs globally are German and Japanese styles. Each type excels in specific situations due to differences in style and function, leading to a preference for one over the other in certain cases.</p>
  2226.  
  2227.  
  2228.  
  2229. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-blade-differences"><strong>Blade Differences</strong></h3>
  2230.  
  2231.  
  2232.  
  2233. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="404" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Blade-Differences-copy.jpeg" alt="Japanese vs German Knives Blade Differences" class="wp-image-89948" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Blade-Differences-copy.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Blade-Differences-copy-300x126.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Blade-Differences-copy-768x323.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  2234.  
  2235.  
  2236.  
  2237. <p>The blade is the metal part of the knife and the most important part. It&#8217;s crucial for knives from both Germany and Japan to have a full tang. This means the blade extends into the handle, unsharpened, providing stability, strength, and flexibility. This makes the knife versatile for various cutting tasks.</p>
  2238.  
  2239.  
  2240.  
  2241. <p><strong>Material</strong></p>
  2242.  
  2243.  
  2244.  
  2245. <p>The main difference between Japanese and German knives is the type of steel they are made from. Both are made from steel, which requires a right balance between flexibility and strength, similar to the various <a href="https://swordis.com/blog/best-steel-for-swords/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">types of steel used for swords</a>.</p>
  2246.  
  2247.  
  2248.  
  2249. <p>Japanese knives are made with harder steel, which allows them to keep a very sharp edge. However, this hard steel can also make them more likely to chip or get small damaged spots along the sharp edge.</p>
  2250.  
  2251.  
  2252.  
  2253. <p>On the other hand, German knife blades are made with softer steel, making them less prone to chipping or breaking over time. They contain less carbon, making the steel softer and more resistant to rust and corrosion. This also means they are easier to sharpen than Japanese blades. The downside is that they lose their sharpness faster and need to be sharpened more often.</p>
  2254.  
  2255.  
  2256.  
  2257. <p><strong>Profile</strong></p>
  2258.  
  2259.  
  2260.  
  2261. <p>The blade profile refers to the shape and design of the blade from the handle to the tip. This influences its cutting and chopping abilities and how the cutting edge interacts with what you are cutting.</p>
  2262.  
  2263.  
  2264.  
  2265. <p>The Japanese chef&#8217;s knife usually has a straight blade edge, which supports an up-and-down cutting motion. This blade profile is perfect for making clean cuts and slices, and it allows for precise cutting.</p>
  2266.  
  2267.  
  2268.  
  2269. <p>On the other hand, German Western-style blades have a more rounded profile. This shape is great for a smoother rocking motion when cutting. You can easily move from the blade&#8217;s tip to the handle and back, making precise slices with ease.</p>
  2270.  
  2271.  
  2272.  
  2273. <p><strong>Thickness</strong></p>
  2274.  
  2275.  
  2276.  
  2277. <p>The thickness of a blade involves both its internal texture and material, as well as its width and thickness. This greatly affects how the blade performs in cutting or slicing tasks.</p>
  2278.  
  2279.  
  2280.  
  2281. <p>Japanese steel making generally results in thinner blade profiles compared to German blades, thanks to its crafting methods. This leads to a very slim bevel, making the blade razor-sharp and easily sharpened for quick dicing. Japanese cooking knives also have a consistent thickness along their entire length, as most are made without a bolster.</p>
  2282.  
  2283.  
  2284.  
  2285. <p>German knives often have a bolster, which is where the steel blade meets the handle. At the bolster, the steel becomes wider, adding weight and balance. This design feature allows for a smoother transition from handle to blade, thanks to the style of craftsmanship.</p>
  2286.  
  2287.  
  2288.  
  2289. <p><strong>Finish</strong></p>
  2290.  
  2291.  
  2292.  
  2293. <p>The finish of a blade aims to achieve a specific level of smoothness on the surface, which affects how much friction there is when cutting and ultimately its durability. This makes slicing through various foods, whether a steak or a vegetable, easier or harder, depending on the blade&#8217;s finish.</p>
  2294.  
  2295.  
  2296.  
  2297. <p>German knives usually have a smooth finish that lowers friction and focuses on the blade angle. This helps the knife cut through food smoothly and efficiently.</p>
  2298.  
  2299.  
  2300.  
  2301. <p>Many Japanese knife brands feature a textured surface. For instance, the Shun classic Japanese utility knife displays a swirly Damascus pattern, and the Oiysha knife boasts a traditional hammered texture. These textures help reduce drag and prevent food from sticking to the blade, although the effect on performance is not significantly impacted.</p>
  2302.  
  2303.  
  2304.  
  2305. <p><strong>Sharpness</strong></p>
  2306.  
  2307.  
  2308.  
  2309. <p>Sharpness in quality knives mainly depends on their hardness, shown on the Rockwell scale (HRC) in the knife’s description, and more importantly the sharpened degree angle. Sharpness is crucial in knife making because it influences how well the blade cuts and how long it stays sharp.</p>
  2310.  
  2311.  
  2312.  
  2313. <p>Japanese knives are typically sharper than German ones due to their design, edge angle, bevel, and carbon content. Japanese-style knives are sharpened to an angle of about 9 to 16 degrees.</p>
  2314.  
  2315.  
  2316.  
  2317. <p>In contrast, German knives, with their thicker blades and lower high-carbon content, are sharpened to an angle of 14 to 20 degrees. While this might suggest Japanese knives are of higher quality because of their sharpness, a downside is that they have lower edge retention, meaning they dull faster and can be more easily damaged.</p>
  2318.  
  2319.  
  2320.  
  2321. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-handle-differences"><strong>Handle Differences</strong></h3>
  2322.  
  2323.  
  2324.  
  2325. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="565" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Handle-Differences-2-copy-2.jpeg" alt="Japanese vs German Knives Handle Differences (2)" class="wp-image-89949" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Handle-Differences-2-copy-2.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Handle-Differences-2-copy-2-300x177.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Handle-Differences-2-copy-2-768x452.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  2326.  
  2327.  
  2328.  
  2329. <p>The handle is the part you hold while using the blade for chopping or cutting. It&#8217;s designed to make using the blade easier and more effective, improving the overall experience for the user.</p>
  2330.  
  2331.  
  2332.  
  2333. <p><strong>Material</strong></p>
  2334.  
  2335.  
  2336.  
  2337. <p>Traditional Japanese kitchen knives often have wooden handles, made from either hardwood or wood composite. This choice of material, along with their design, makes them visually appealing. For example, Shun knives feature Pakka Wood handles, known for being very lightweight.</p>
  2338.  
  2339.  
  2340.  
  2341. <p>These wooden handles are moisture-resistant and comfortable to hold, and they look great because of the polishing process they undergo. Some Japanese knives, like the Oysha knives, feature European-style handles made from materials like stabilized maple burr, which has been dried in a room for two years, making them extremely lightweight.</p>
  2342.  
  2343.  
  2344.  
  2345. <p>German knife handles are usually made from synthetic materials, such as polymers or polypropylene. Their construction and the materials used make them larger and heavier compared to Japanese knives. However, the size and weight can differ among various German brands.</p>
  2346.  
  2347.  
  2348.  
  2349. <p><strong>Design</strong></p>
  2350.  
  2351.  
  2352.  
  2353. <p>Japanese knife handles come in various designs, with oval, octagonal, and D-shaped being some of the most popular. German knives usually have ergonomic, symmetrical handles with flat sides along their length and a curve towards the end.</p>
  2354.  
  2355.  
  2356.  
  2357. <p>A significant difference is in the tang design. Traditional Japanese knives have a tang that tapers inside the handle, making the front of the knife heavier than the handle. This makes them lighter and more agile but less balanced.</p>
  2358.  
  2359.  
  2360.  
  2361. <p>German kitchen knives have a full tang that goes to the very end of the handle, often riveted and visible from both ends. This design provides more flexibility and balances the weight around the center of the knife.</p>
  2362.  
  2363.  
  2364.  
  2365. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-size-and-weight-differences"><strong>Size and Weight Differences</strong></h3>
  2366.  
  2367.  
  2368.  
  2369. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="426" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Size-and-Weight-Differences-copy.jpeg" alt="Japanese vs German Knives Size and Weight Differences" class="wp-image-89951" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Size-and-Weight-Differences-copy.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Size-and-Weight-Differences-copy-300x133.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Size-and-Weight-Differences-copy-768x341.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  2370.  
  2371.  
  2372.  
  2373. <p>German knives are heavier than Japanese knives due to their thicker blades, full tang construction, and larger handles. This extra weight makes them effective at cutting through tough food items, making them suitable for home cooks and versatile enough for recipes from all over the world. They typically weigh around 9.4 ounces (266 grams).</p>
  2374.  
  2375.  
  2376.  
  2377. <p>Japanese knives, being lighter, are better suited for tasks that require precise cuts and are easier to control, as they don&#8217;t tire your wrist as much. They usually weigh about 5.8 ounces (160 grams).</p>
  2378.  
  2379.  
  2380.  
  2381. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-price-differences"><strong>Price Differences</strong></h3>
  2382.  
  2383.  
  2384.  
  2385. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="527" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Price-Differences-copy.jpeg" alt="Japanese vs German Knives Price Differences" class="wp-image-89950" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Price-Differences-copy.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Price-Differences-copy-300x165.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Price-Differences-copy-768x422.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  2386.  
  2387.  
  2388.  
  2389. <p>The cost of knives largely depends on the brand. Although prices vary, Japanese knives generally tend to be more expensive.&nbsp;</p>
  2390.  
  2391.  
  2392.  
  2393. <p>This often stems from their <a href="https://takahashikusu.co.jp/en/sakai-knife-process/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">traditional craftsmanship</a>, like using more layers in the blade construction, seen in Nakiri, Sashimi, or a Santoku knife. The craftsmanship includes traditional methods and materials, such as <em>hagane </em>or <em>yasugi </em>carbon steel, which feature inner and outer cores that differ in hardness and metal type.</p>
  2394.  
  2395.  
  2396.  
  2397. <p>German types of knives, which are also high-quality kitchen tools, tend to be more affordable, generally ranging from $80 to $180. In contrast, Japanese knives often start at $200 and can sometimes exceed $300.</p>
  2398.  
  2399.  
  2400.  
  2401. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-summary-japanese-or-german-knives"><strong>Summary: Japanese or German Knives?</strong></h3>
  2402.  
  2403.  
  2404.  
  2405. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="376" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Summary-copy.jpeg" alt="Japanese vs German Knives Summary" class="wp-image-89952" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Summary-copy.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Summary-copy-300x118.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Japanese-vs-German-Knives-Summary-copy-768x301.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  2406.  
  2407.  
  2408.  
  2409. <p>Japanese and German knives are both excellent choices for cooking, offering high versatility. However, they have differences that might make one more suitable than the other, depending on your cooking style.</p>
  2410.  
  2411.  
  2412.  
  2413. <p>Japanese knives are incredibly sharp and lightweight, perfect for traditional Japanese dishes that require precise cuts. German knives are known for their toughness and durability.&nbsp;</p>
  2414.  
  2415.  
  2416.  
  2417. <p>German knives are great as steak knives, bread knives, are heavier in design and ideal for preparing traditional European cuisine.</p>
  2418.  
  2419.  
  2420.  
  2421. <p>With the change and globalization of food items throughout the world, German knives and Japanese knives correspond in some sort of ways. For example, the German Wusthof keeps the traditional handle but takes traits of Japanese-style blades while a Japanese Mac knife has a Japanese blade but comes with a German-style handle.</p>
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  2425. <title>Women’s History Month: Celebrating Elizabeth Peratrovich</title>
  2426. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/womens-history-month-celebrating-elizabeth-peratrovich/</link>
  2427. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Anna]]></dc:creator>
  2428. <pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2024 08:27:00 +0000</pubDate>
  2429. <category><![CDATA[What's WONderful]]></category>
  2430. <category><![CDATA[WONderful Women]]></category>
  2431. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89811</guid>
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  2433. <description><![CDATA[Anna profiles Elizabeth Peratrovich, who should be household name in this country, thanks to her civil rights activism.]]></description>
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  2435. <p>There are countless amazing women who changed our country, from activists like Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Harriet Tubman, to pioneers such as Amelia Earheart and the women of the <em>Mayflower.</em> In this article, however, I want to share the story of just one: Elizabeth Peratrovich, a <a href="https://blogs.loc.gov/law/2021/11/elizabeth-peratrovich-civil-and-voting-rights-activist/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">native Alaskan civil rights leader</a>.</p>
  2436.  
  2437.  
  2438.  
  2439. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="720" height="602" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/SigningOfBill.jpg" alt="Signing Of Bill" class="wp-image-89929" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/SigningOfBill.jpg 720w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/SigningOfBill-300x251.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The Signing of the 1945 Anti-Discrimination Act (Alaska’s Digital Archives)</figcaption></figure>
  2440.  
  2441.  
  2442.  
  2443. <p><a href="https://nationalwomenshistoryalliance.org/womens-history-month-history/#:~:text=Stone%252C%2520Lucretia%2520Mott%252C%2520Elizabeth%2520Cady,law%2520for%2520all%2520our%2520people.">Women’s History Month</a> is a time to celebrate the women who have helped change our country by fighting for liberties like voting rights or racial equality. Many countries celebrate International Women’s Day, but the United States is the only nation that dedicates the entire month to our ladies. This March is the 37th National Women’s History Month, but originally this celebration of incredible women was just one day, March eighth. Starting with Sonoma County, California, in 1978, schools began hosting their own Women’s History celebration on the week of the eighth. The idea quickly caught on and President Carter issued a proclamation that the week of March eighth in 1980 would be National Women’s History Week. More lobbying efforts followed, and in 1987, Congress declared the entire month to be National Women’s History Month.</p>
  2444.  
  2445.  
  2446.  
  2447. <p>On February 16, 1945, the United States passed the <a href="https://highways.dot.gov/highway-history/general-highway-history/who-elizabeth-peratrovich-story-behind-countrys-first-anti" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">1945 Anti-Discrimination Act</a>, the first of its kind in America. One of the key factors in the bill’s success was a woman named Elizabeth Peratrovich, a native Alaskan and member of the Tlingit nation. She tirelessly fought to address the issue of racial discrimination, and her efforts paid off when the 1945 Anti-Discrimination Act was passed. </p>
  2448.  
  2449.  
  2450.  
  2451. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="700" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Elizabeth-Peratrovichv-family.jpg" alt="Elizabeth Peratrovichv Wannamaker Family (Alaska’s Digital Archives)" class="wp-image-89934" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Elizabeth-Peratrovichv-family.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Elizabeth-Peratrovichv-family-300x219.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Elizabeth-Peratrovichv-family-768x560.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Elizabeth Peratrovich and Young Elizabeth and her adoptive parents, Andrew and Jean Wannamaker (Alaska’s Digital Archives)</figcaption></figure>
  2452.  
  2453.  
  2454.  
  2455. <p>Born on July 4, 1911, Elizabeth’s Tlingit mother put her up for adoption. The Wannamaker family took Elizabeth in and raised her in the traditional Tlingit way. She learned Tlingit dances, the Tlingit language and to live off of the land. Her adopted father Andrew Wannamaker, a traveling minister, impressed upon her the importance of public speaking while he preached in both English and Tlingit. Like many indigenous tribes all over the world, the Tlingits preserved their stories and history through speaking, not writing. The Tlingits still deeply value oral history, and being able to speak well is important to them.&nbsp;</p>
  2456.  
  2457.  
  2458.  
  2459. <p>Elizabeth grew up in a time when segregation was normal, but attended a non-segregated high school. For much of Elizabeth’s life, signs with messages, such as “No Dogs, No Natives,” were common sights. Her father was a charter member of the Alaska Native Brotherhood, and both parents taught Elizabeth to fight for her rights. Her fight truly took off when she became Grand President of the Alaska Native Sisterhood and her husband, Roy Peratrovich, took on the same role in the Alaska Native Brotherhood. In 1941, Elizabeth and her family moved to Juneau to gain more access to lawmakers. The Peratrovichs always fought against racism, but one of the instances that particularly angered Elizabeth was a usual discriminatory sign at an inn. The US entered WWII that year, and yet the owner of the inn did “not seem to realize that our Native boys are just as willing as the white boys to lay down their lives to protect the freedom that he enjoys.” She and her husband wrote to Governor Ernest Gruening to say that the sign was “an outrage.”</p>
  2460.  
  2461.  
  2462.  
  2463. <p>Governor Gruening actively supported the Peratrovichs’ fight for civil rights. With help from territorial representatives, they drafted a bill against discrimination. The bill did not pass, but Elizabeth and her husband refused to give up. She traveled around Alaska preaching about civil rights and even inspired three native Alaskans to run for the Territorial House of Representatives. In 1945, the government re-examined the bill, and the House passed it. The Senate ended up passing the bill too, but not before Elizabeth made her most famous remarks. During the debate, Senator Allen Shattuck asked, &#8220;Who are these people, barely out of savagery, who want to associate with us whites with 5,000 years of recorded civilization behind us?&#8221; When public comment was invited, Elizabeth stood and retorted, &#8220;I would not have expected that I, who am barely out of savagery, would have to remind the gentlemen with 5,000 years of recorded civilization behind them of our Bill of Rights.&#8221;</p>
  2464.  
  2465.  
  2466.  
  2467. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="720" height="1070" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Newspaper1.jpg" alt="(Alaska’s Digital Archives)" class="wp-image-89933" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Newspaper1.jpg 720w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Newspaper1-202x300.jpg 202w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Newspaper1-689x1024.jpg 689w" sizes="(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">(Alaska’s Digital Archives)
  2468. </figcaption></figure>
  2469.  
  2470.  
  2471.  
  2472. <p>In her following speech to the senators and civilians watching, she explained the racism her family faced throughout the years, from segregated schooling to being turned away from houses for sale when they moved their family to Juneau. Senator Shattuck then asked if she thought the bill would end discrimination against the natives. She in turn asked, &#8220;Do your laws against larceny and even murder prevent those crimes? No law will eliminate crimes but at least you as legislators can assert to the world that you recognize the evil of the present situation and speak your intent to help us overcome discrimination.&#8221; According to the newspaper article from “The Daily Alaska Empire,” pictured above, her speech was followed by “volleying applause.” Elizabeth’s speech accomplished a remarkable feat for the time, especially as a woman.&nbsp;</p>
  2473.  
  2474.  
  2475.  
  2476. <p>Elizabeth lived into the first years of America’s civil rights movement, but died from breast cancer in 1958, just over a month before Alaska became an official state. One of Elizabeth’s three children collaborated on “Fighter in Velvet Gloves,” a book by Annie Boochever about Elizabeth Peratrovich for young teenagers. Multiple places are named in honor of Elizabeth, including a gallery in the Alaska House of Representatives chamber and a park in Anchorage, Alaska. A <a href="https://doodles.google/doodle/celebrating-elizabeth-peratrovich/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Google Doodle</a> celebrated Elizabeth in 2020, and the <a href="https://www.usmint.gov/coins/coin-medal-programs/native-american-dollar-coins/2020-elizabeth-peratrovich" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">US Mint released one-dollar coins</a> with her likeness the same year. February 16, the day the Anti-Discrimination Act was signed, is “Elizabeth Peratrovich Day.” </p>
  2477.  
  2478.  
  2479.  
  2480. <p>Elizabeth Peratrovich is a testimony to the power of words, and proof that hard effort does pay off. Few people outside of Alaska know about her, but Elizabeth is a true inspiration. It is our duty as Americans to remember the people who changed our nation. Elizabeth Peratrovich and her activist family deserve our remembrance, and respect.&nbsp;</p>
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  2484. <title>Shoot, Shop and Savor at the 2nd Annual Feathers &#038; Tweed</title>
  2485. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/shoot-shop-and-savor-at-the-2nd-annual-feathers-tweed/</link>
  2486. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Kate Ahnstrom]]></dc:creator>
  2487. <pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2024 08:49:00 +0000</pubDate>
  2488. <category><![CDATA[Shooting News & Events]]></category>
  2489. <category><![CDATA[Syren Savvy]]></category>
  2490. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
  2491. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89877</guid>
  2492.  
  2493. <description><![CDATA[Syren pro-staffer Kate Ahnstrom is gearing up for the 2nd Annual Feathers &#038; Tweed event at the Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club in June. Find out more about this opportunity that features Syren shotguns and more.
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  2495. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2496. <p>Feathers &amp; Tweed is a one-day, limited engagement that brings together the best of the industry in a time-conscience and easy-to-engage format. This dynamic event was founded by Minnesota’s very own <a href="https://lauraschara.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Laura Schara</a> in collaboration with <a href="https://horseandhunt.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Minnesota Horse &amp; Hunt Club</a>. She wanted to showcase her tried-and true-favorites for the outdoors. Laura understands fully how busy our schedules can be and knows how difficult it can be to cut through all the “junk” to get to what really works on the course and in the field. So, she is proudly bringing you the 2<sup>nd</sup> Annual Feathers &amp; Tweed!</p>
  2497.  
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  2503. <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/ads/syren-shotguns-for-women/"  target="_blank"><img decoding="async" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/syren-2020-horizontal.gif" class="no-lazy-load wp-post-image" alt="Syren Shotguns for women, the goal of Syren is to provide products that are designed exclusively for Women. No more compromises." /></a>
  2504. </div></div>
  2505.  
  2506.  
  2507. <p style="text-align: center;"><em>Sponsored by Syren USA</em></p>
  2508.  
  2509.  
  2510. <p>As we’ve seen over the past few years, women’s outdoor events are becoming more and more frequent across the country. There are hunting trips, learn-to-shoots, shopping trips for outdoor gear, cooking with wild game and more. All these opportunities offer fantastic ways to take a closer look at what personally interests you. They all invariably offer a more in-depth look into these single components. The only issue is that it does take time to be able to attend all these amazing opportunities.&nbsp;</p>
  2511.  
  2512.  
  2513.  
  2514. <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="894" height="1024" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Syen-2nd-Annual-Feathers-Tweed-894x1024.jpeg" alt="Syren 2nd Annual Feathers &amp; Tweed" class="wp-image-89896" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Syen-2nd-Annual-Feathers-Tweed-894x1024.jpeg 894w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Syen-2nd-Annual-Feathers-Tweed-262x300.jpeg 262w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Syen-2nd-Annual-Feathers-Tweed-768x880.jpeg 768w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Syen-2nd-Annual-Feathers-Tweed.jpeg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 894px) 100vw, 894px" /></figure>
  2515.  
  2516.  
  2517.  
  2518. <p><strong>Why is this event different?</strong></p>
  2519.  
  2520.  
  2521.  
  2522. <p>For women. By women. Who hunt and shoot! As I mentioned, there are plenty of women’s events across the country. You’ve no doubt attended at least one. None of them bring together so many components for shooters of all abilities, hosted by an all-female staff. Feathers &amp; Tweed is perfect for the absolute novice or beginner. It also is just as engaging for the avid huntress or competition shooter. Instead of cramming in multitudes of attendees, this event brings together small groups that can enjoy discussions and conversations while receiving maximum time within each module. </p>
  2523.  
  2524.  
  2525.  
  2526. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="819" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Syren-booth.jpg" alt="Syren booth" class="wp-image-89985" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Syren-booth.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Syren-booth-300x256.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Syren-booth-768x655.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  2527.  
  2528.  
  2529.  
  2530. <p>Ladies will be divided into three groups: <a href="https://syrenusa.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Syren</a> demo with professional instruction from Kate Ahnstrom (<a href="https://virginiashootingsports.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Va Shooting Sports</a>), <a href="https://www.gracecallahanllc.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Grace Callahan</a> and Jason Gentz (<a href="https://www.gentzsportingarms.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Gentz Sporting Arms</a>); bird dog demo; upland gear review; wild game preparation and recipes and fabulous vendors from within the industry. Each module will rotate through the various activities, returning together as a community for a scrumptious wild game luncheon prepared by the club’s very own chef. Attendees will delight in a variety of vendors featuring unique crafts, jewelry and gear. The day will indeed be action-packed but at a leisurely pace as to allow attendees time to shoot, shop and savor the entire event.</p>
  2531.  
  2532.  
  2533.  
  2534. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/horse-and-hunt-club-Shoot-Shop-and-Savor-at-the-2nd-Annual-Feathers-Tweed.jpeg" alt="horse and hunt club Annual Feathers &amp; Tweed" class="wp-image-89884" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/horse-and-hunt-club-Shoot-Shop-and-Savor-at-the-2nd-Annual-Feathers-Tweed.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/horse-and-hunt-club-Shoot-Shop-and-Savor-at-the-2nd-Annual-Feathers-Tweed-225x300.jpeg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/horse-and-hunt-club-Shoot-Shop-and-Savor-at-the-2nd-Annual-Feathers-Tweed-768x1024.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  2535.  
  2536.  
  2537.  
  2538. <p><strong>Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club: A Venue Unlike Any Other in Minnesota&nbsp;</strong></p>
  2539.  
  2540.  
  2541.  
  2542. <p>Nestled in the bucolic countryside of Prior Lake, Minnesota, sits <a href="https://horseandhunt.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club</a>. Only a 40-minute car ride southwest of the Twin Cities, and open year-round to the public, the club has a rich history in the sporting lifestyle. Officially formed in 1985, the Minnesota Horse and Hunt offers premier shooting and hunting grounds for outdoor enthusiasts of all abilities. David Penn, owner since 2020, is an avid outdoorsman and loves bringing new and exciting activities to the public. He purchased the club after working for the previous owners as the general manager, where he saw the acquisition as a tremendous way to support the sporting community. David’s passion for the outdoors has led him to create multiple events across diverse platforms at the club.&nbsp;</p>
  2543.  
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  2546. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/shooting-stand-2.jpeg" alt="shooting stand 2" class="wp-image-89883" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/shooting-stand-2.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/shooting-stand-2-225x300.jpeg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/shooting-stand-2-768x1024.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  2547.  
  2548.  
  2549.  
  2550. <p>The Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club offers an incredible list of activities including trap, skeet, 5-stand, leagues, upland hunting, field trials, archery, pistol and rifle, live music, banquet space, fundraisers and more. All of this is topped off by a dining destination, aptly named <a href="https://horseandhunt.com/bar-restaurant/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Trigger’s Restaurant and Bar</a>.&nbsp;</p>
  2551.  
  2552.  
  2553.  
  2554. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/triggers.jpeg" alt="" class="wp-image-89900" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/triggers.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/triggers-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/triggers-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  2555.  
  2556.  
  2557.  
  2558. <p>When Laura was thinking about the ultimate women’s event, the “where” was the easiest decision. David and Laura sat down with the Minnesota Horse and Hunt marketing and communications director, Nikki Pietz, to sort out the details.</p>
  2559.  
  2560.  
  2561.  
  2562. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Annual-Feathers-Tweed-Syren.jpeg" alt="Annual Feathers &amp; Tweed Syren" class="wp-image-89886" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Annual-Feathers-Tweed-Syren.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Annual-Feathers-Tweed-Syren-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Annual-Feathers-Tweed-Syren-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  2563.  
  2564.  
  2565.  
  2566. <p><strong>How Virginia ended up in Minnesota</strong></p>
  2567.  
  2568.  
  2569.  
  2570. <p><a href="https://syrenusa.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Syren USA</a> strives to bring together women who love the outdoors, with a motto of “No More Compromises.” After all, that’s how I met Laura! Syren shipped me up to Minnesota for a charity event a few years ago to assist with instruction and that’s where I was introduced to her. Toward the end of our day together, Laura and I were chatting about the possibility of a women’s event that brought together all the things we love in the industry. She already knew exactly where to host the event. Laura has been going to the Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club her entire life and knew well how supportive and encouraging the staff is of ALL outdoor enthusiasts.</p>
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  2574. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/women-shooting-Ls4.jpeg" alt="women shooting Ls4" class="wp-image-89889" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/women-shooting-Ls4.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/women-shooting-Ls4-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/women-shooting-Ls4-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  2575.  
  2576.  
  2577.  
  2578. <p>Nikki reached out to me, letting me know that Laura had brought them her passion project and they were starting to organize it, but needed a female shooting instructer. Well, hello Minnesota, here I come!&nbsp;</p>
  2579.  
  2580.  
  2581.  
  2582. <p><strong>Staff with the Skills</strong></p>
  2583.  
  2584.  
  2585.  
  2586. <p>Nikki, an avid huntress herself, had already been brainstorming with David about how the club could better assist women in getting started with or expanding their adventures in the shooting sports and hunting. When Laura came to them about her ideas, it appeared to be the perfect alignment of dedicated individuals in the industry. They all wanted to make it easier for women to access these core components and have strong foundations so they would be comfortable pursuing these skill sets.</p>
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  2590. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="581" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/hunt-Annual-Feathers-Tweed.jpeg" alt="hunt Annual Feathers &amp; Tweed" class="wp-image-89894" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/hunt-Annual-Feathers-Tweed.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/hunt-Annual-Feathers-Tweed-300x182.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/hunt-Annual-Feathers-Tweed-768x465.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  2591.  
  2592.  
  2593.  
  2594. <p>Since Nikki loves chasing feathers, often found with her beloved setters in the woodcock and grouse woods, she knew firsthand how hard it can be to just find equipment much less a mentor. Feathers &amp; Tweed creates a “one-stop shop” for ladies so that they have that strong foundation, supportive community and skill sets for success afield or on the course.</p>
  2595.  
  2596.  
  2597.  
  2598. <p>All the staff for this event are passionate about the outdoors, hunting, clay shooting, and creating success for others with no egos, no drama – just an incredible opportunity to shoot, shop and savor.</p>
  2599.  
  2600.  
  2601.  
  2602. <p><strong>Details for Feathers &amp; Tweed 2024</strong></p>
  2603.  
  2604.  
  2605.  
  2606. <p>As we get closer to the event, be sure to stalk us all on social media. You can catch up with Laura on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/lauraschara" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lauraschara/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Instagram</a> as she brings you her favorites and you can see her adorable Frenchie, Bacon (he just might make a guest appearance at Feathers &amp; Tweed, weather permitting).</p>
  2607.  
  2608.  
  2609.  
  2610. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/her-upland.jpeg" alt="her upland" class="wp-image-89891" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/her-upland.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/her-upland-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/her-upland-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  2611.  
  2612.  
  2613.  
  2614. <p>You can follow all the fabulous happenings at the Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MNHorseandHunt" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mnhorseandhuntclub/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Instagram</a>. While you’re at it, be sure to follow VA Shooting Sports on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/VirginiaShootingSports" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/vashootingsports/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Instagram</a> for shooting tips, tricks and what’s happening behind the barrel.</p>
  2615.  
  2616.  
  2617.  
  2618. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bird-dog-products.jpeg" alt="bird dog products" class="wp-image-89890" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bird-dog-products.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bird-dog-products-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bird-dog-products-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  2619.  
  2620.  
  2621.  
  2622. <p>The 2<sup>nd</sup> Annual Feathers &amp; Tweed will be held on Saturday, June 1 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club. The club is conveniently located just southwest of the twin cities at 2920 220<sup>th</sup> St SE, Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372. Registration will open March 22<sup>,</sup> but you can sign up to be notified as soon as it does, just click <strong><a href="https://horseandhunt.com/feathers-tweed/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HERE</a></strong>. Feel free to contact Nikki directly through her social media with any questions. Remember, this is a LIMITED engagement to maximize your time and interactions with all staff and within all activities so don’t delay in making your reservation.&nbsp;</p>
  2623.  
  2624.  
  2625.  
  2626. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bird-dog.jpeg" alt="bird dog" class="wp-image-89892" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bird-dog.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bird-dog-225x300.jpeg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bird-dog-768x1024.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  2627.  
  2628.  
  2629.  
  2630. <p>Find out more about the <a href="https://horseandhunt.com/feathers-tweed/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Feathers &amp; Tweed event</a>.</p>
  2631.  
  2632.  
  2633.  
  2634. <p>Find the perfect gun for an event such as this one this year at <a href="https://syrenusa.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Syren</a>.</p>
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  2637. <item>
  2638. <title>Vera Koo: Grateful</title>
  2639. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/vera-koo-grateful/</link>
  2640. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Vera Koo]]></dc:creator>
  2641. <pubDate>Mon, 04 Mar 2024 08:27:00 +0000</pubDate>
  2642. <category><![CDATA[Vera Koo]]></category>
  2643. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
  2644. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89808</guid>
  2645.  
  2646. <description><![CDATA[Seventy-seven-year-old Vera Koo looks back at her life – all the trials and tribulations, combined with wonderful memories – with gratitude. Find out how she achieved a mindset that allows her to be happy.]]></description>
  2647. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2648. <p>As I drove to Utah last fall to practice my shotgun shooting for the 2023 World Senior Games, I was struck by just how grateful I felt.</p>
  2649.  
  2650.  
  2651.  
  2652. <div id="ad-49127" class="ad-728x90 adsanity-728x90 aligncenter adsanity-aligncenter"
  2653. ><div class="adsanity-inner">
  2654.  
  2655. <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/ads/vera-koo-banner-august-2019/"  target="_blank"><img decoding="async" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Vera-Koo-960x100-Ad-2024.jpg" class="no-lazy-load wp-post-image" alt="Vera Koo The Most Unlikely Champion is the story of a petite Chinese-American woman, wife, mother and grandmother and her run to the top as a world title holder in the sport of Action Pistol Shooting." srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Vera-Koo-960x100-Ad-2024.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Vera-Koo-960x100-Ad-2024-300x31.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Vera-Koo-960x100-Ad-2024-768x80.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></a>
  2656. </div></div>
  2657.  
  2658.  
  2659.  
  2660.  
  2661. <p>I am blessed with transportation and the equipment to pursue this sport I took up about two years ago after I retired from Bianchi Cup. I had ammunition in my car, plus ear and eye protection. I enjoy my husband’s blessing to disappear to the practice range for days at a time.&nbsp;</p>
  2662.  
  2663.  
  2664.  
  2665. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="640" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Bianchi-Cup-Barricade-event-2015.jpg" alt="Bianchi Cup Barricade Event 2015 Grateful" class="wp-image-89155" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Bianchi-Cup-Barricade-event-2015.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Bianchi-Cup-Barricade-event-2015-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Bianchi-Cup-Barricade-event-2015-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Bianchi Cup Barricade Event 2015</figcaption></figure>
  2666.  
  2667.  
  2668.  
  2669. <p>How wonderful, and how rare. I take none of this for granted.</p>
  2670.  
  2671.  
  2672.  
  2673. <p>I am a 77-year-old Chinese-American woman – an immigrant who did not grow up with any exposure to guns or shooting sports. I raised a family. I supported my husband, cared for my in-laws and helped run a business. Then, when I’d reached middle age, I carved out something that is my own, with my husband Carlos’ support.&nbsp;</p>
  2674.  
  2675.  
  2676.  
  2677. <p>These are my golden years, and I want to enjoy them while I remain healthy. As Carlos says, we have lived full, rewarding lives and anything beyond this is a bonus at our age. I want to cash in on that bonus. I plan to spend this phase of life pursuing new challenges and goals while cherishing opportunities to travel or gather with family. &nbsp;</p>
  2678.  
  2679.  
  2680.  
  2681. <p>How many women of my generation get to do something like this? In particular, how many women from an Eastern culture like mine, which promotes stereotypical gender roles, are shooting shotguns as a senior citizen?&nbsp;</p>
  2682.  
  2683.  
  2684.  
  2685. <p>I am fortunate, but I did not arrive here by luck or coincidence. Our lives are a byproduct of our choices and how we react to adversity.&nbsp;</p>
  2686.  
  2687.  
  2688.  
  2689. <p>We do not choose what culture or situation we are born into, and we do not always get to dictate what happens to us. We may encounter difficulties we feel we do not deserve. How we react to those situations affects the direction of our lives.</p>
  2690.  
  2691.  
  2692.  
  2693. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="854" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Philippsburg-Germany.jpg" alt="United States Action Pistol World Championship Shooting Team 2010 Grateful" class="wp-image-89156" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Philippsburg-Germany.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Philippsburg-Germany-300x267.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Philippsburg-Germany-768x683.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">United States Action Pistol World Championship Shooting Team 2010</figcaption></figure>
  2694.  
  2695.  
  2696.  
  2697. <p>We all suffer sometimes, but we do not have to carry our scars forever. We can let ourselves become a victim of adversity, or we can take control of our future.&nbsp;</p>
  2698.  
  2699.  
  2700.  
  2701. <p>Thirty years ago, my life hit a crossroads after I experienced a deep personal trauma that shook me to my core, rattled my worldview and threatened to alter my life’s direction. In the weeks and months that followed, I felt like a zombie, just going through the motions, just trying to get by.</p>
  2702.  
  2703.  
  2704.  
  2705. <p>Fortunately, I found God during this dark time. I developed my relationship with Jesus Christ after a friend introduced me to Christianity by giving me “Guideposts” to read while I navigated my heartache.</p>
  2706.  
  2707.  
  2708.  
  2709. <p>I poured myself into my shooting competitions. I sought help from a therapist. I leaned on my faith.&nbsp;</p>
  2710.  
  2711.  
  2712.  
  2713. <p>I kept putting one foot in front of the other, and, little by little, the clouds in my life parted. I learned how to forgive, even after I have been hurt deeply. I believe God blessed me with this ability to forgive. I also have come to appreciate the power of moving on.</p>
  2714.  
  2715.  
  2716.  
  2717. <p>I look at situations – however dire they might seem – with a mindset that I will refuse to be stuck in a negative place or ignore a problem. I will not allow myself to remain miserable. This mindset helps me navigate past life’s bad occurrences.</p>
  2718.  
  2719.  
  2720.  
  2721. <p>When I reflect on that pivotal moment in my life, I am so thankful I stayed the course. My trauma caused me to take a long look at my life, with God’s help, determine what I wanted to come next. I did not ask to be presented with that fork in the road, but I feel with strong conviction that I responded to this traumatic event by taking control and steering my life in the proper direction.&nbsp;</p>
  2722.  
  2723.  
  2724.  
  2725. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1535" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Vera-2019.jpg" alt="Surprises in Life’s Journey, Gifts and Fortitude 2019" class="wp-image-89158" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Vera-2019.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Vera-2019-188x300.jpg 188w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Vera-2019-640x1024.jpg 640w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Vera-2019-768x1228.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Surprises in Life’s Journey, Gifts and Fortitude 2019</figcaption></figure>
  2726.  
  2727.  
  2728.  
  2729. <p>I cannot know what my life would look like right now if I had chosen a different course of action, but I feel joy in knowing I made the right choice.&nbsp;</p>
  2730.  
  2731.  
  2732.  
  2733. <p>Nothing would match the life I have now. I am blessed with a happy marriage to my best friend and closest confidant, Carlos. He’s the pillar of our family, and he has been a great asset throughout my shooting career, always supporting me and helping me strategize. I enjoy the love and support of our children and grandchildren. And I am fortunate to have the financial blessings to pursue my shooting career.&nbsp;</p>
  2734.  
  2735.  
  2736.  
  2737. <p>I am truly blessed beyond belief.</p>
  2738.  
  2739.  
  2740.  
  2741. <p>No two situations are the same, so I cannot say how anyone should react to problems that arise in their lives, but I take comfort in knowing that when I faced the biggest hardship I will ever encounter, I sought comfort in Jesus and found the power of forgiveness.</p>
  2742.  
  2743.  
  2744.  
  2745. <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="886" height="1024" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Sporting-Clay-Shooting-2023-886x1024.jpeg" alt="Shooting Sporting Clays 2023 Grateful" class="wp-image-89157" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Sporting-Clay-Shooting-2023-886x1024.jpeg 886w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Sporting-Clay-Shooting-2023-259x300.jpeg 259w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Sporting-Clay-Shooting-2023-768x888.jpeg 768w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Sporting-Clay-Shooting-2023.jpeg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 886px) 100vw, 886px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Shooting Sporting Clays 2023</figcaption></figure>
  2746.  
  2747.  
  2748.  
  2749. <p>In this sunsetting phase of life, I feel like the door is wide open to me. I can practice my sport however much my body can handle. I weave competition and training around time with family. When I had the chance to travel to Spain with my oldest daughter last fall, of course I jumped at it. When I returned to the U.S., I resumed training. I am trying to appreciate small improvements on the shotgun range. My scores at the World Senior Games were better than the previous year.&nbsp;</p>
  2750.  
  2751.  
  2752.  
  2753. <p>The choices I made throughout life brought me to this place of gratefulness and contentment I experience now. I wish everyone would get to feel the freedom I enjoy.&nbsp;</p>
  2754.  
  2755.  
  2756.  
  2757. <p>Learn more about Vera Koo at her <a href="https://verakoo.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">exciting website</a>, and also, listen to her audio book.</p>
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  2760. <item>
  2761. <title>Mid- to Late-Ice Walleyes, Panfish, Safety &#038; More</title>
  2762. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/03/mid-to-late-ice-walleyes-panfish-safety-more/</link>
  2763. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  2764. <pubDate>Fri, 01 Mar 2024 08:13:00 +0000</pubDate>
  2765. <category><![CDATA[Fishing Gear]]></category>
  2766. <category><![CDATA[Fishing Tips]]></category>
  2767. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89847</guid>
  2768.  
  2769. <description><![CDATA[Two experienced Northland Pros and ice fishing guides drill into remaining season specifics, including walleyes, panfish, safety and more.]]></description>
  2770. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2771. <p>Two experienced Northland Pros and ice fishing guides drill into remaining season specifics, including walleyes, panfish, safety and more.</p>
  2772.  
  2773.  
  2774.  
  2775. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="767" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pan-fish-ice-fishing.jpeg" alt="Pan fish ice fishing" class="wp-image-89857" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pan-fish-ice-fishing.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pan-fish-ice-fishing-300x240.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Pan-fish-ice-fishing-768x614.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  2776.  
  2777.  
  2778.  
  2779. <p>It’s been an unusual weather winter for ice anglers – warming trends followed by colder nights, a few colder days here and there—but no consistent ice, which has made ice traffic difficult.&nbsp;</p>
  2780.  
  2781.  
  2782.  
  2783. <p>And now that we’re in mid-February—with lengthening days, greater sun exposure, and fish movements—it’s time to talk transition time from mid- to late-ice.&nbsp;</p>
  2784.  
  2785.  
  2786.  
  2787. <p>Below, veteran ice guide Brian “Bro” Brosdahl and Mille Lacs Lake expert guide, Brad Hawthorne, literally drill into the specifics of the remaining hardwater season.&nbsp;</p>
  2788.  
  2789.  
  2790.  
  2791. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="650" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ice-safety-fishing.jpg" alt="ice safety fishing" class="wp-image-89853" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ice-safety-fishing.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ice-safety-fishing-300x203.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ice-safety-fishing-768x520.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  2792.  
  2793.  
  2794.  
  2795. <p><strong>ICE SAFETY&nbsp;</strong></p>
  2796.  
  2797.  
  2798.  
  2799. <p>Before we get into the presentation specifics recommended, it’s best to remind anglers that there’s no such thing as 100% safe ice. While the MN DNR puts out <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=62509635&amp;msgid=871449&amp;act=B6C6&amp;c=321494&amp;pid=3608431&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.dnr.state.mn.us%2Fsafety%2Fice%2Fthickness.html&amp;cf=96178&amp;v=6c5e857b9a9d13ce89e0c1a07e63ce5c21ac333113021215bafe4a132b68553e" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ice thickness guidelines</a> for certain types of travel, keep in mind those recommendations are for solid, clear ice—far from what we’ve experienced this year. Much of the ice across the belt has formed, melted, thawed, and reformed, leading to inconsistent travel surfaces. There’s been little this year as far as truck travel, with most anglers fishing from ATVs, snowmobiles, side-by-sides, or on foot.&nbsp;</p>
  2800.  
  2801.  
  2802.  
  2803. <p>Northern MN guide, Brian “Bro” Brosdahl is constantly monitoring ice quality.</p>
  2804.  
  2805.  
  2806.  
  2807. <p>“Right now, we’ve got a snap of colder weather, but it’s supposed to warm up again soon. The first thing: forget about driving trucks and big permanents on the ice. Fish from machine or on foot. And stay away from any areas of current. I don’t ever remember a winter where we had an inch of rain in February. The rivers and creeks raised and the ice started to erode from underneath. Stay away from cracks and heaves, and given the long period where we didn’t have a lot of snow, keep your eye out for shallower areas of vegetation that absorb the sun, as well as bulrush beds. You’ll also want to start looking for southern accesses which should hold up better with decreased sun throughout the day. There are still plenty of spots to fish, just stay away from problem areas. And use established resort roads on the bigger lakes,” offers Bro.&nbsp;</p>
  2808.  
  2809.  
  2810.  
  2811. <p>Bro adds: “Wear some kind of flotation—a suit or PFD—carry spikes around your neck, and then a throw rope. Everything you need packs easily in a sled and is there when you need it. And don’t forget cleats on your boots so you don’t fall and get a concussion.”</p>
  2812.  
  2813.  
  2814.  
  2815. <p>Mille Lacs Lake Guide, Brad Hawthorne, has similar info to add, but with a slight twist given the size of the lake and its warmer, central MN location.&nbsp;</p>
  2816.  
  2817.  
  2818.  
  2819. <p>“There’s anywhere from 8 to 22 inches of ice on Mille Lacs, but it’s not consistent. A lot of the ice is white because of the repeated thawing and freezing, so it’s hard to get a good read on quality without looking at the ice itself.”</p>
  2820.  
  2821.  
  2822.  
  2823. <p>Along those lines, Hawthorne has a unique method of ensuring ice is safe for his clients, using both a chainsaw and a 4-inch Razr auger to take ice samples, examining it closely to see if any is honey-combed or solid.&nbsp;</p>
  2824.  
  2825.  
  2826.  
  2827. <p>“And if we drill a hole and water gushes out, we carry foot-long fence post pieces to plug them up. Instead of flooding out your whole road or your trail, you can just pop that post in. If it’s below zero, sure you can let the hole flood and refreeze, but above that you don’t want your fishing area to flood, and you want to be able to get stuff through drilled areas later and not worry about the weight on the ice,” instructs Hawthorne.&nbsp;</p>
  2828.  
  2829.  
  2830.  
  2831. <p>Read more <a href="https://www.icontact-archive.com/archive?c=321494&amp;f=96178&amp;s=102669&amp;m=871449&amp;t=90b4cabee533b419eaf03e6b61c7e438407efa9c7bbadf30b31791b66b8173b7" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>. </p>
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  2834. <item>
  2835. <title>GLOCK on the Range: Range Bag Essentials</title>
  2836. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/glock-on-the-range-range-bag-essentials/</link>
  2837. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Avery Skipalis]]></dc:creator>
  2838. <pubDate>Thu, 29 Feb 2024 19:30:32 +0000</pubDate>
  2839. <category><![CDATA[Shooting - Guns & Gear]]></category>
  2840. <category><![CDATA[Shooting Tips]]></category>
  2841. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
  2842. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89817</guid>
  2843.  
  2844. <description><![CDATA[Avery Skipalis walks us through the essential items to pack in your range bag, including an emergency contact card with relevant medical information.
  2845. ]]></description>
  2846. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  2847. <p><em>In this article, Avery Skipalis kicks off a new series called “GLOCK on the Range.” In this first installment, she </em><em>walks us through the essential items to pack in your range bag, and includes a helpful Skip’s Tip to make sure you are well-prepared for any situation.</em><em>&nbsp;</em></p>
  2848.  
  2849.  
  2850.  
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  2853.  
  2854. <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/ads/glock-pistols-22lr-h/"  target="_blank"><img decoding="async" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Buy_Evergreen_960x100.jpg" class="no-lazy-load wp-post-image" alt="its time for your next glock pistol" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Buy_Evergreen_960x100.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Buy_Evergreen_960x100-300x31.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Buy_Evergreen_960x100-768x80.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></a>
  2855. </div></div>
  2856.  
  2857.  
  2858.  
  2859.  
  2860. <p>Whether you&#8217;re a seasoned marksman or just starting in the world of shooting sports, having the right equipment is key for a successful day at the range. A well-stocked range bag is one of the most essential pieces of equipment for any shooter.&nbsp;</p>
  2861.  
  2862.  
  2863.  
  2864. <p>A range bag helps you organize and carry your gear and ensures that you have everything you need for a productive and enjoyable day at the range. In this article, we&#8217;ll look at the essential items that should be in every shooter&#8217;s range bag, in no particular order.&nbsp;</p>
  2865.  
  2866.  
  2867.  
  2868. <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
  2869. <div class="video-container"><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/sEUHjffH-Zw?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
  2870. </div></figure>
  2871.  
  2872.  
  2873.  
  2874. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-range-bag-essentials">Range Bag Essentials</h2>
  2875.  
  2876.  
  2877.  
  2878. <p>1. Ear and Eye Protection: Safety should always be the top priority when shooting. Many ranges may supply ear and eye protection, but I like to utilize my personal equipment that fits me well. A good pair of earmuffs or earplugs will protect your hearing from the loud noises of the range, while shooting glasses will shield your eyes from debris and ensure clear vision.</p>
  2879.  
  2880.  
  2881.  
  2882. <p>2. Ammunition: You&#8217;ll need ammunition for your firearms. Pack enough for your session, and consider storing it in a secure, waterproof container to protect it from damage.</p>
  2883.  
  2884.  
  2885.  
  2886. <p>3. Targets: Whether you prefer paper targets or steel plates, having a variety of targets on hand will keep your shooting sessions exciting and challenging. (Side note: click <a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2020/03/pistol-shooting-drills-for-making-the-most-of-your-range-time/">here</a> for a list of pistol shooting drills to reference when making the most of your range time.)</p>
  2887.  
  2888.  
  2889.  
  2890. <p>4. Cleaning Kit: Properly maintaining your firearms is crucial for their longevity and performance. A compact <a href="https://amzn.to/3I9pma6" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">cleaning kit</a> with brushes, patches and lubricant will help keep your firearms in good condition.</p>
  2891.  
  2892.  
  2893.  
  2894. <p>5. Tools: A small toolkit with screwdrivers, wrenches and other tools specific to your firearms will come in handy for quick repairs or adjustments.</p>
  2895.  
  2896.  
  2897.  
  2898. <p>6. First Aid Kit: Accidents can happen, so it&#8217;s wise to have a basic first aid kit in your range bag. Include bandages, antiseptic wipes and any necessary medications.</p>
  2899.  
  2900.  
  2901.  
  2902. <p>7. Multi-Tool: A multi-tool can be a lifesaver for quick fixes or adjustments to your gear.</p>
  2903.  
  2904.  
  2905.  
  2906. <p>8. Stapler and Staples: If you&#8217;re using paper targets, a stapler and extra staples will help you quickly set up new targets.</p>
  2907.  
  2908.  
  2909.  
  2910. <p>9. Gun Belt or Holster: If you&#8217;re practicing with a holster, make sure to bring it along with a sturdy gun belt for safe and comfortable carry.</p>
  2911.  
  2912.  
  2913.  
  2914. <p>10. Notebook and Pen: Keeping a shooting journal can help you track your progress, note any issues with your firearms and jot down any insights or tips you learn during your sessions.</p>
  2915.  
  2916.  
  2917.  
  2918. <p>11. Personal Protection Equipment (PPE): Depending on the range rules and your personal preferences, you may want to include items like a mask or gloves.</p>
  2919.  
  2920.  
  2921.  
  2922. <p>12. Sunscreen and Bug Spray: Don&#8217;t forget to protect your skin from the sun and pesky insects if you&#8217;re shooting outdoors.</p>
  2923.  
  2924.  
  2925.  
  2926. <p>13. Water and Snacks: Shooting can be physically demanding. Staying hydrated and fueled up with snacks will help you remain focused and energized.</p>
  2927.  
  2928.  
  2929.  
  2930. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="970" height="647" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Range-Bag.jpg" alt="Range Bag" class="wp-image-89825" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Range-Bag.jpg 970w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Range-Bag-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Range-Bag-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 970px) 100vw, 970px" /></figure>
  2931.  
  2932.  
  2933.  
  2934. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-skip-s-tip">Skip’s Tip</h2>
  2935.  
  2936.  
  2937.  
  2938. <p>One final and important item to stow in that range bag is: Emergency Contact Information. In case of an emergency, it&#8217;s a good idea to have your contact information and any relevant medical information easily accessible. There are many free, printable medical cards available online, such as <a href="https://www.printablee.com/postpic/2013/09/free-printable-medical-wallet-id-cards_217833.jpg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">this one</a>. This makes it easy to click, print, fill-out and stick the card in your bag before heading out to a session of shooting practice.</p>
  2939.  
  2940.  
  2941.  
  2942. <p>Packaging your range bag with these essential items will prepare you for a productive and enjoyable day at the range. <a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2022/06/follow-the-four-firearm-safety/">Safety</a> always comes first, so familiarize yourself with the range rules and regulations before you start shooting. Happy shooting!</p>
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  2946. <title>Ground Elk Calzones</title>
  2947. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/ground-elk-calzones/</link>
  2948. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  2949. <pubDate>Wed, 28 Feb 2024 09:06:00 +0000</pubDate>
  2950. <category><![CDATA[Cooking]]></category>
  2951. <category><![CDATA[WONderful Recipes]]></category>
  2952. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89682</guid>
  2953.  
  2954. <description><![CDATA[Pizza night is a hit at every age. We love this wild game take on a classic recipe, Ground Elk Calzones, from our friends at Primal Pioneer.]]></description>
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  2956. <p>Pizza night is a hit at every age. We love this wild game take on a classic recipe, Ground Elk Calzones, from our friends at Primal Pioneer. ~ The Editors.</p>
  2957.  
  2958.  
  2959.  
  2960. <p>These ground elk calzones are perfect for a pizza night at home! Buttery, flaky pizza crust filled with your favorite pizza flavors. A family favorite easy ground elk recipe!</p>
  2961.  
  2962.  
  2963.  
  2964. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="100" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Primal-Pioneer-Banner-looped-960x100-2021.gif" alt="Primal Pioneer Banner looped 960x100 2021" class="wp-image-63557"/></figure>
  2965.  
  2966.  
  2967.  
  2968. <p>Pizza nights are the best nights, but have you ever changed up your pizza night menu and included calzones? Calzones are my favorite because I LOVE the crust on pizza. So with a calzone, I get ALL THE CRUST with the cheesy pizza filling.</p>
  2969.  
  2970.  
  2971.  
  2972. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1440" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/elk-calzones-PIN-1.jpg" alt="elk-calzones" class="wp-image-89691" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/elk-calzones-PIN-1.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/elk-calzones-PIN-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/elk-calzones-PIN-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/elk-calzones-PIN-1-768x1152.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  2973.  
  2974.  
  2975.  
  2976. <p>Trust me when I say these are really easy to make. Don’t be intimidated by the process. Feel free to adapt this recipe to whatever pizza “toppings,” or filling you want. You can also easily swap in ground venison if that’s what you have on hand.</p>
  2977.  
  2978.  
  2979.  
  2980. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-ingredients-needed-to-make-easy-ground-elk-calzones"><strong>Ingredients Needed to Make Easy Ground Elk Calzones</strong></h3>
  2981.  
  2982.  
  2983.  
  2984. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1440" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Elk-Calzones-1.jpg" alt="Elk-Calzones" class="wp-image-89692" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Elk-Calzones-1.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Elk-Calzones-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Elk-Calzones-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Elk-Calzones-1-768x1152.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  2985.  
  2986.  
  2987.  
  2988. <ul>
  2989. <li>¼ pound ground elk (or ground venison)</li>
  2990.  
  2991.  
  2992.  
  2993. <li>¼ pound ground sausage (elk sausage or venison sausage will also work)</li>
  2994.  
  2995.  
  2996.  
  2997. <li>1 Tbsp. olive oil</li>
  2998.  
  2999.  
  3000.  
  3001. <li>¼ cup diced yellow onion</li>
  3002.  
  3003.  
  3004.  
  3005. <li>1 green pepper, diced</li>
  3006.  
  3007.  
  3008.  
  3009. <li>½ tsp. salt</li>
  3010.  
  3011.  
  3012.  
  3013. <li>¼ tsp. pepper</li>
  3014.  
  3015.  
  3016.  
  3017. <li>1 roll store-bought pizza dough</li>
  3018.  
  3019.  
  3020.  
  3021. <li>½ cup pizza sauce</li>
  3022.  
  3023.  
  3024.  
  3025. <li>12 pepperoni</li>
  3026.  
  3027.  
  3028.  
  3029. <li>½ cup sliced black olives</li>
  3030.  
  3031.  
  3032.  
  3033. <li>1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese</li>
  3034.  
  3035.  
  3036.  
  3037. <li>1 egg</li>
  3038.  
  3039.  
  3040.  
  3041. <li>¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese</li>
  3042.  
  3043.  
  3044.  
  3045. <li>Dried parsley, for garnish</li>
  3046. </ul>
  3047.  
  3048.  
  3049.  
  3050. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-how-to-make-easy-ground-elk-calzones"><strong>How to Make Easy Ground Elk Calzones</strong></h3>
  3051.  
  3052.  
  3053.  
  3054. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="428" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ground-elk-calzones-Primal-Pioneer.jpg" alt="ground elk calzones Primal Pioneer" class="wp-image-89693" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ground-elk-calzones-Primal-Pioneer.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ground-elk-calzones-Primal-Pioneer-300x134.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ground-elk-calzones-Primal-Pioneer-768x342.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  3055.  
  3056.  
  3057.  
  3058. <ol>
  3059. <li>Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.</li>
  3060.  
  3061.  
  3062.  
  3063. <li>Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the elk, sauce, diced onion, and green pepper. Season with salt and pepper and cook until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender. Set aside.&nbsp;</li>
  3064.  
  3065.  
  3066.  
  3067. <li>On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a large rectangle, keeping it about ¼ inch thick.&nbsp;</li>
  3068.  
  3069.  
  3070.  
  3071. <li>Cut out four 6-inch circles.&nbsp;</li>
  3072.  
  3073.  
  3074.  
  3075. <li>On one half of each circle, spoon about 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce.&nbsp;</li>
  3076.  
  3077.  
  3078.  
  3079. <li>Next, divide the pepperoni, meat and vegetable mixture, and black olives between the four dough circles on top of the sauce. Top each with shredded mozzarella cheese.</li>
  3080. </ol>
  3081.  
  3082.  
  3083.  
  3084. <p>Continue reading the Ground Elk Calzones recipe from our friends at Primal Pioneer <a href="https://primalpioneer.com/ground-elk-calzones/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>. </p>
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  3087. <item>
  3088. <title>Gal Gab: 6 Questions for Carrie Newman</title>
  3089. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/gal-gab-6-questions-for-carrie-newman/</link>
  3090. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jackie Richardson]]></dc:creator>
  3091. <pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2024 08:48:00 +0000</pubDate>
  3092. <category><![CDATA[Gal Gab]]></category>
  3093. <category><![CDATA[Shooting - Guns & Gear]]></category>
  3094. <category><![CDATA[Shooting Stories]]></category>
  3095. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
  3096. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89331</guid>
  3097.  
  3098. <description><![CDATA[In this installment of Gal Gab, Cerus Gear's owner and operator Carrie Newman answers our six standard questions. Her answers are positive and motivational.]]></description>
  3099. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  3100. <p>In this installment of <em>Gal Gab</em>, Cerus Gear&#8217;s owner and operator Carrie Newman answers our six standard questions. Cerus Gear is the #1 provider for custom gun cleaning mats; as Carrie puts it, her company makes mats that are essentially &#8220;mouse pads on steroids.&#8221; Cerus Gear provides custom products to big names like: SIG, Walther, Staccato, Palmetto State, SDI, H&amp;K and so many more.</p>
  3101.  
  3102.  
  3103.  
  3104. <p>Carrie is part of a power couple in the shooting industry. Her business, located in a small town in Utah, is steadily growing. She remains committed to always impacting her employees and customers in a positive way. Carrie&#8217;s husband, Cory, is a firearms designer for Primary Weapons Systems (PWS). Carrie touts that his latest project, the <a href="https://youtu.be/O6L0SRfmWGI?si=nuzAc72xgeTArTRC" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">UXR platform</a>, will revolutionize the firearms industry.</p>
  3105.  
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  3107.  
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  3110.  
  3111. <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/ads/gal-gab-ad-960x200/" ><img decoding="async" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Gal-Gab-Ad-2023-960x100-1.jpg" class="no-lazy-load wp-post-image" alt="Gal Gab Ad 2023 960x100 - 1" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Gal-Gab-Ad-2023-960x100-1.jpg 1920w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Gal-Gab-Ad-2023-960x100-1-300x31.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Gal-Gab-Ad-2023-960x100-1-1023x107.jpg 1023w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Gal-Gab-Ad-2023-960x100-1-768x80.jpg 768w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Gal-Gab-Ad-2023-960x100-1-1536x160.jpg 1536w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Gal-Gab-Ad-2023-960x100-1-1320x138.jpg 1320w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></a>
  3112. </div></div>
  3113.  
  3114.  
  3115.  
  3116.  
  3117. <p>The Newmans met and quickly fell in love. They were engaged after only knowing each other for two-and-a-half weeks, and haven&#8217;t looked back since. They recently celebrated their 24th wedding anniversary, and are busy raising their sons while building their careers and businesses. Carrie credits Cory&#8217;s support over the years with allowing her to be a great mom and CEO.</p>
  3118.  
  3119.  
  3120.  
  3121. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Range-Day-Carrie-Newman-photo.jpg" alt="Range Day (Carrie Newman photo)" class="wp-image-89343" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Range-Day-Carrie-Newman-photo.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Range-Day-Carrie-Newman-photo-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Range-Day-Carrie-Newman-photo-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Carrie and Cory Newman on the range (Carrie Newman photo)</em></figcaption></figure>
  3122.  
  3123.  
  3124.  
  3125. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-getting-to-know-carrie-newman">Getting to Know Carrie Newman</h3>
  3126.  
  3127.  
  3128.  
  3129. <p><strong><em>1. Describe a typical day in your work life:</em></strong></p>
  3130.  
  3131.  
  3132.  
  3133. <p>My everyday adventure begins with a whirlwind drop-off of the kiddos at school, and then it&#8217;s off to my business, <a href="http://www.cerusgear.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cerus Gear</a>! We help companies stand out and increase sales through wholesale and custom gun cleaning mats. We manufacture these in Utah and ship them all over the world. Once there, I always have a variety of tasks to manage. My least favorite being business administration tasks (I mean, does anyone truly like accounting?), but then I get to do two things that I really love. First, I enjoy working on the vision of the company. Decision making on what needs to improve within the business, establishing our goals, and breaking down on paper what it will take to accomplish those goals. Second, the highlight of my day is when I get to mix and mingle with our amazing customers! I feel incredibly fortunate to work with incredible people in the firearms industry, ranging from charming mom and pop shops to the big, bold players in firearm manufacturing. Building these connections within the industry and keeping my finger on the pulse of what&#8217;s happening on all levels is an absolute blast! Finally, my day ends with picking up my boys from school and entering mom mode. I love being a mom and my business is just the icing on the cake.</p>
  3134.  
  3135.  
  3136.  
  3137. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/On-the-Range-Carrie-Newman-photo.jpg" alt="On the Range (Carrie Newman photo)" class="wp-image-89341" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/On-the-Range-Carrie-Newman-photo.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/On-the-Range-Carrie-Newman-photo-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/On-the-Range-Carrie-Newman-photo-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>On the range (Carrie Newman photo)</em></figcaption></figure>
  3138.  
  3139.  
  3140.  
  3141. <p><strong><em>2. #1 piece of advice you would give other females who want to break into the industry?</em></strong></p>
  3142.  
  3143.  
  3144.  
  3145. <p>Ladies, if you&#8217;re wanting to enter the firearms industry, my advice is simple: jump right in! Don&#8217;t be held back by preconceived notions or feeling like you have to fit a specific mold. This industry is diverse, and it&#8217;s all about your passion and dedication. Embrace the opportunity to educate yourself; knowledge is power in this field. So, immerse yourself in learning, from firearm mechanics to safety protocols, and stay committed to expanding your expertise. Networking is key; connect with like-minded individuals who share your enthusiasm. Be confident, be yourself, and enjoy being part of the most incredible industry on Earth – where empowerment, skills, and friendships flourish.</p>
  3146.  
  3147.  
  3148.  
  3149. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Women-of-the-Gun-Meet-and-Mingle-2024-Carrie-Newman-photo.jpg" alt="Women of the Gun Meet and Mingle 2024 (Carrie Newman photo)" class="wp-image-89345" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Women-of-the-Gun-Meet-and-Mingle-2024-Carrie-Newman-photo.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Women-of-the-Gun-Meet-and-Mingle-2024-Carrie-Newman-photo-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Women-of-the-Gun-Meet-and-Mingle-2024-Carrie-Newman-photo-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Women of the Gun Meet and Mingle event, SHOT Show 2024 (Carrie Newman photo)</em></figcaption></figure>
  3150.  
  3151.  
  3152.  
  3153. <p><strong><em>3. What motivates you?</em></strong></p>
  3154.  
  3155.  
  3156.  
  3157. <p>I draw my motivation from a higher purpose deeply rooted in my family values and faith in God. I firmly believe that someday, I will be held accountable for how I treat not only my family but also my employees and customers. This conviction drives me to work tirelessly to ensure that anyone who engages with my brand leaves with a sense of positivity and improvement in their lives. Whether it&#8217;s our team members, our loyal customers, or my own family, I strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered. This commitment to leaving a positive impact fuels my dedication, reminding me daily that our actions ripple through the lives of others, and it&#8217;s our responsibility to make those ripples as positive as possible.</p>
  3158.  
  3159.  
  3160.  
  3161. <p><strong><em>4. Most unexpected thing you’ve learned, while working in this industry?</em></strong></p>
  3162.  
  3163.  
  3164.  
  3165. <p>I think the most unexpected thing I have learned while working in the outdoor shooting sports industry is the quality of people. They truly are a remarkable bunch, and they&#8217;ve got a unique approach to life. They don&#8217;t take themselves too seriously, and are always ready to have your back offering unwavering support. It&#8217;s heartwarming to witness competitors, readily lend a hand to each other. This is a breath of fresh air in a world that sometimes feels loud, critical, and divisive. Instead of tearing people apart, these incredible folks in the shooting sports industry prioritize lifting each other up, creating a tight-knit and uplifting community that&#8217;s truly inspiring.</p>
  3166.  
  3167.  
  3168.  
  3169. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Kryptek-Base-Camp-Course-Carrie-Newman-photo.jpg" alt="Kryptek Base Camp Course (Carrie Newman photo)" class="wp-image-89340" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Kryptek-Base-Camp-Course-Carrie-Newman-photo.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Kryptek-Base-Camp-Course-Carrie-Newman-photo-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Kryptek-Base-Camp-Course-Carrie-Newman-photo-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Carrie and crew at Kryptek Base Camp Course (Carrie Newman photo)</em></figcaption></figure>
  3170.  
  3171.  
  3172.  
  3173. <p><strong><em>5. Favorite product in the outdoor or shooting market right now?</em></strong></p>
  3174.  
  3175.  
  3176.  
  3177. <p>I will admit that I am super excited for the Primary Weapon Systems (PWS) new <a href="https://www.primaryweapons.com/firearms/uxr/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">UXR rifle</a>. This cutting-edge technology allows users to swiftly and safely swap barrels, bolt heads, and magazines to seamlessly transition from one caliber to another. Out of the gate, it has three caliber conversion kits available in .308 WIN, 5.56 NATO, and 300 BLK. I am absolutely thrilled to see this enter the industry because my husband is the engineer behind the project. I have personally <a href="https://youtu.be/O6L0SRfmWGI?si=nuzAc72xgeTArTRC" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">watched it develop</a> from concept all the way to hitting the market. I attended industry shooting events and seen the excitement people have for this new cutting edge platform. It shoots like a dream and is so much fun!</p>
  3178.  
  3179.  
  3180.  
  3181. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PWS-UXR-Carrie-Newman-photo.jpg" alt="PWS UXR (Carrie Newman photo)" class="wp-image-89342" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PWS-UXR-Carrie-Newman-photo.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PWS-UXR-Carrie-Newman-photo-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PWS-UXR-Carrie-Newman-photo-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Shooting the PWS UXR (Carrie Newman photo)</em></figcaption></figure>
  3182.  
  3183.  
  3184.  
  3185. <p><strong><em>6. Let’s have some fun … what weapon would you use to battle a giant?</em></strong></p>
  3186.  
  3187.  
  3188.  
  3189. <p>When it comes to taking down a giant, the choice of weapon is a tough call for me! I have a deep love for anything I can shoot! Archery is what I love doing for fun, as well as training with my pistol and AR-15, so it makes this decision quite a challenge. However, when facing a giant, I&#8217;d want something with more takedown power. In this scenario, I&#8217;d opt for either my AR-10 chambered in .308 or my Browning X-bolt in 6.8 Western. These firearms combine precision and stopping power, giving me the confidence to tackle a giant head-on.</p>
  3190.  
  3191.  
  3192.  
  3193. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-stay-connected-with-carrie">Stay Connected with Carrie</h3>
  3194.  
  3195.  
  3196.  
  3197. <p>If you&#8217;re not doing so already, be sure to follow Cerus Gear on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cerusgear/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Instagram</a> / <a href="https://www.facebook.com/cerusgear" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Facebook</a>. Carrie&#8217;s profile can be found here at <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/newman-carrie/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LinkedIn</a>. Her posts are a lot like her responses to our questions &#8211; positive and inspiring, with a dash of humor. Carrie is a force to be reckoned with in the shooting world, and we are so impressed by her priorities: faith, family and always striving to do the right thing. We look forward to following her career in the years to come.</p>
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  3200. <item>
  3201. <title>Catching up with Taurus Team Captain Jessie Harrison</title>
  3202. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/catching-up-with-taurus-team-captain-jessie-harrison/</link>
  3203. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Nancy Keaton]]></dc:creator>
  3204. <pubDate>Mon, 26 Feb 2024 08:44:00 +0000</pubDate>
  3205. <category><![CDATA[Shooting Stories]]></category>
  3206. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
  3207. <category><![CDATA[WONderful Women]]></category>
  3208. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89641</guid>
  3209.  
  3210. <description><![CDATA[Nancy Keaton caught up with Taurus team captain Jessie Harrison at SHOT Show, and found out more about Jessie’s successful competition season in 2023 and also, about her new business that she runs with her husband – surrounding hunting.
  3211. ]]></description>
  3212. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  3213. <p>While at SHOT Show I was able to sit down with Jessie Harrison, <a href="https://www.taurususa.com/company/team-taurus/jessie-harrison-taurus-team-captain" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Captain</a> of the <a href="https://www.taurususa.com/company/team-taurus" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Taurus shooting team</a>, to catch up on how 2023 went for her and find out what her plans are for 2024 and beyond.</p>
  3214.  
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  3222.  
  3223.  
  3224. <p style="text-align: center;">Sponsored by Taurus</p>
  3225.  
  3226.  
  3227. <p><em>Let’s catch up with what you did last year. What matches did you win?</em></p>
  3228.  
  3229.  
  3230.  
  3231. <p>I had a very successful shooting season, winning all of my competitions, making 2023 an undefeated season. The major matches were <a href="https://scsa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Steel Challenge</a> Nationals and World Championships: High Overall Lady and Ladies Open; <a href="https://uspsa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">USPSA</a> Open Nationals: Ladies Open; US <a href="https://www.ipsc.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">IPSC</a> Nationals: Ladies Open; USPSA Area 1, 3, 4, 8: Ladies Open and the inaugural USPSA Limited Optics Ladies title.</p>
  3232.  
  3233.  
  3234.  
  3235. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="652" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2023-Limited-Optics-Nats.jpg" alt="2023 Limited Optics Nats" class="wp-image-89663" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2023-Limited-Optics-Nats.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2023-Limited-Optics-Nats-300x204.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2023-Limited-Optics-Nats-768x522.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">(Jessie Harrison photo)</figcaption></figure>
  3236.  
  3237.  
  3238.  
  3239. <p><em>What stands out to you the most from last year?</em></p>
  3240.  
  3241.  
  3242.  
  3243. <p>I would say the Limited Optics and Open National titles, for different reasons. Limited Optics is a new division within USPSA, that I had yet to compete in and I received my new gun about two weeks before the match. I went into a national championship feeling pressures that I wasn’t accustomed to or able to control. I wasn’t familiar with my equipment to the level I prefer to be, and this platform performs differently than the other divisions/platforms I’ve shot. The biggest difference in this division is that you have to have a slide-mounted optic, your optic will cycle with the slide, as opposed to your optic being stationary on a scope mount. I didn&#8217;t have the same confidence that I normally have within myself and my gear leading up to a national-level match, but I mentally went through the things I could control, finding confidence in the basics of shooting.&nbsp;</p>
  3244.  
  3245.  
  3246.  
  3247. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1440" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2023-Limited-Optics-1-1.jpg" alt="2023 Limited Optics" class="wp-image-89662" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2023-Limited-Optics-1-1.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2023-Limited-Optics-1-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2023-Limited-Optics-1-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2023-Limited-Optics-1-1-768x1152.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">(Jessie Harrison photo)</figcaption></figure>
  3248.  
  3249.  
  3250.  
  3251. <p>Secondly, would be the Ladies Open National title. I spend the majority of my time in the Open division because that’s where the competition is, so each year that’s my biggest goal. Every match throughout the year leads up to the national championship where I compete against the best ladies in the country. I have to stay on top of my game and continue to find that edge in training to go and perform against them, they make me better!&nbsp;</p>
  3252.  
  3253.  
  3254.  
  3255. <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="833" height="1024" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jessie-Harrison-SHOT-Show-2024-Taurus-Nancy-Keaton-photo-833x1024.jpg" alt="Jessie Harrison SHOT Show 2024 Taurus (Nancy Keaton photo) taurus team captain" class="wp-image-89666" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jessie-Harrison-SHOT-Show-2024-Taurus-Nancy-Keaton-photo-833x1024.jpg 833w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jessie-Harrison-SHOT-Show-2024-Taurus-Nancy-Keaton-photo-244x300.jpg 244w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jessie-Harrison-SHOT-Show-2024-Taurus-Nancy-Keaton-photo-768x944.jpg 768w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jessie-Harrison-SHOT-Show-2024-Taurus-Nancy-Keaton-photo.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 833px) 100vw, 833px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Jessie Harrison in the Taurus booth at SHOW Show (Nancy Keaton photo)</figcaption></figure>
  3256.  
  3257.  
  3258.  
  3259. <p><em>What are your plans for 2024?</em></p>
  3260.  
  3261.  
  3262.  
  3263. <p>Our IPSC World Shoot is coming up in 2025, so we will continue to qualify for a spot on a US team this year. We’re going to travel and shoot a few international matches, to better prepare ourselves for the shooting style of IPSC. We will still be at the major USPSA matches and nationals but will replace some of our smaller regional matches with international ones.</p>
  3264.  
  3265.  
  3266.  
  3267. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1393" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jessie-KC-SA-copy.jpeg" alt="Jessie &amp; KC SA" class="wp-image-89674" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jessie-KC-SA-copy.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jessie-KC-SA-copy-207x300.jpeg 207w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jessie-KC-SA-copy-706x1024.jpeg 706w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jessie-KC-SA-copy-768x1114.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">(Jessie Harrison photo)</figcaption></figure>
  3268.  
  3269.  
  3270.  
  3271. <p><em>How about in your personal life? What exciting things have been happening there?</em></p>
  3272.  
  3273.  
  3274.  
  3275. <p>KC [Eusebio, Jessie’s husband] and I are avid hunters; we spent two amazing weeks in Africa in October of 2023, it was the trip of a lifetime. We enjoy the outdoors and hunting so much and love to share it with people and friends, that we started our own hunting agency, Prestige Outdoors Worldwide, LLC [website coming soon]. It’s a travel agency for hunters, recommending places and outfitters to hunt with that we have been to ourselves. Ensuring that you’re going to have the trip of a lifetime with trusted outfitters, assisting with firearm permits and travel plans, since it can be overwhelming if you’re not familiar with the process. We have outfitters in South Africa, New Zealand and a few in the States to start, but looking to add more as we continue to hunt and find those people and places that align with what we want to offer.</p>
  3276.  
  3277.  
  3278.  
  3279. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="2077" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2023LimitedOpticsNats.jpg" alt="2023 Limited Optics Nats" class="wp-image-89664" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2023LimitedOpticsNats.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2023LimitedOpticsNats-139x300.jpg 139w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2023LimitedOpticsNats-473x1024.jpg 473w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2023LimitedOpticsNats-768x1662.jpg 768w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2023LimitedOpticsNats-710x1536.jpg 710w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/2023LimitedOpticsNats-947x2048.jpg 947w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">(Jessie Harrison photo)</figcaption></figure>
  3280.  
  3281.  
  3282.  
  3283. <p>Congratulations</p>
  3284.  
  3285.  
  3286.  
  3287. <p>Congratulations to Jessie Harrison on all her wins and for opening a travel agency. She is showing how to take what you love and make it even better.</p>
  3288.  
  3289.  
  3290.  
  3291. <p>You can follow Jessie at her <a href="https://jessieharrison.net/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">website</a>, on Instagram at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jessielharrison/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@jessielharrison</a> or on Facebook at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jessielharrison" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">jessielharrison</a>.</p>
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  3295. <title>Learning on the Fly</title>
  3296. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/learning-on-the-fly/</link>
  3297. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  3298. <pubDate>Fri, 23 Feb 2024 08:45:00 +0000</pubDate>
  3299. <category><![CDATA[Fishing Stories]]></category>
  3300. <category><![CDATA[Fishing Tips]]></category>
  3301. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89710</guid>
  3302.  
  3303. <description><![CDATA[Educational video and peer-driven lesson plan encourage youngsters and their mentors to learn on the fly the science of flyfishing.  ]]></description>
  3304. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  3305. <p>At first blush, flyfishing might seem too complicated for a kid. Cane pole, to spincast, to spinning, to baitcasting…and then perhaps fly casting? Reasonable progression? Not necessarily. The truth is the absorptive minds of our youth are better suited for learning than our stubborn old grey matter.</p>
  3306.  
  3307.  
  3308.  
  3309. <p>With a patient steward and experienced fly angler, teaching a youngster to flyfish is well inside the realm of possibility.</p>
  3310.  
  3311.  
  3312.  
  3313. <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
  3314. <div class="video-container"><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hyOIOA4cf4k?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
  3315. </div></figure>
  3316.  
  3317.  
  3318.  
  3319. <p>Why the fly? <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=64564566&amp;msgid=871348&amp;act=BB93&amp;c=321494&amp;pid=3608282&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fintotheoutdoors.org%2Fsegments%2Fchallenges-versus-benefits-flyfishing-your-national-forests%2F&amp;cf=96178&amp;v=9c7cccec19c995cdbeebbcbb1c88fb91409c87b06439b229ebf632a17408ec96" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">As you’ll see in this educational video</a>, the physical and mechanical challenges of learning to flyfish render great rewards. Articulating the cast. Navigating line and fly through tight and hazardous quarters. Sounds a bit like the sophisticated first-person games they learn to master with relative ease.</p>
  3320.  
  3321.  
  3322.  
  3323. <p>And that’s only the beginning. There are virtues like family values, trust, and artistry that are also woven into the fabric of flyfishing. </p>
  3324.  
  3325.  
  3326.  
  3327. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="511" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Learning-on-the-Fly.jpg" alt="Learning on the Fly" class="wp-image-89714" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Learning-on-the-Fly.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Learning-on-the-Fly-300x160.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Learning-on-the-Fly-768x409.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  3328.  
  3329.  
  3330.  
  3331. <p>The video is part of a <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=64564566&amp;msgid=871348&amp;act=BB93&amp;c=321494&amp;pid=3608282&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fintotheoutdoors.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2022%2F12%2FFlyfishing-Your-National-Forests.pdf&amp;cf=96178&amp;v=5d588aec774c86cad791f1e0d4a52d082c7eb23ec57cc9b66a9cf3b6881afaa7" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">peer-driven lesson</a> where students will learn how to research and evaluate where to find flyfishing opportunities on nearby National Forests. They will also develop a “Challenges versus Benefits” presentation for classroom debate on the challenges and potential rewards of using the technique of “flyfishing”.</p>
  3332.  
  3333.  
  3334.  
  3335. <p>Educational partners include the Future Angler Foundation, Trout Unlimited, and the US Forest Service and Department of Agriculture.&nbsp;</p>
  3336.  
  3337.  
  3338.  
  3339. <p><a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=64564566&amp;msgid=871348&amp;act=BB93&amp;c=321494&amp;pid=3608282&amp;destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.futureangler.org%2F&amp;cf=96178&amp;v=2ec5b5c8e8bb3ca6728aa81d3a9f5d804f625a3a300b2f54b4e7bb64d837538b" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>ABOUT Future Angler Foundation</strong></a></p>
  3340.  
  3341.  
  3342.  
  3343. <p>The Future Angler Foundation (FAF) is an incorporated 501(c)(3) non-profit foundation formed in April of 2012. The FAF’s mission is to “Create New Anglers and Boaters” through its support of angler education and boating safety programs hosted by passionate, knowledgeable volunteers throughout the U.S. and through its “Getting Families Fishing” initiative, a series of free source digital educational programs developed to engage young anglers and boaters as they educate them about angling in an exciting, informative, and effective manner.&nbsp;More information about the FAF can be found online at <a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=64564566&amp;msgid=871348&amp;act=BB93&amp;c=321494&amp;pid=3608282&amp;destination=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.futureangler.org%2F&amp;cf=96178&amp;v=2ec5b5c8e8bb3ca6728aa81d3a9f5d804f625a3a300b2f54b4e7bb64d837538b" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.futureangler.org</a>.</p>
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  3346. <item>
  3347. <title>Gun Tote&#8217;n Mamas SHOT Show Highlights</title>
  3348. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/gun-toten-mamas-shot-show-highlights/</link>
  3349. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Michelle Cerino]]></dc:creator>
  3350. <pubDate>Thu, 22 Feb 2024 08:18:00 +0000</pubDate>
  3351. <category><![CDATA[Personal Protection]]></category>
  3352. <category><![CDATA[Personal Protection Gear]]></category>
  3353. <category><![CDATA[Shooting - Guns & Gear]]></category>
  3354. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
  3355. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89529</guid>
  3356.  
  3357. <description><![CDATA[Michelle Cerino spent time in the Gun Tote’n Mamas’ booth at SHOT Show 2024. Find out what she saw and learned about this trendy and functional line of concealed-carry purses and bags.]]></description>
  3358. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  3359. <p>From Tuesday, January 23, through Friday, January 26, Gun Tote&#8217;n Mamas’ booth buzzed with interest and excitement at the 46th annual Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. Since this is an industry-only event, we thought we would share with you some of SHOT Show highlights that took place in the there.&nbsp;</p>
  3360.  
  3361.  
  3362.  
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  3365.  
  3366. <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/ads/gun-toten-mamma-concealed-carry-handbags-and-purses-hz/"  target="_blank"><img decoding="async" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/gtm-banner-won-700x90-1.gif" class="no-lazy-load wp-post-image" alt="Gun Tote&#039;n Mamma Concealed Carry Handbags and Purses, a champion of women&#039;s protections taking the lead in high quality self defense products." /></a>
  3367. </div></div>
  3368.  
  3369.  
  3370. <p style="text-align: center;"><em>Sponsored by Gun Tote&#8217;n Mamas</em></p>
  3371.  
  3372.  
  3373. <p>First, for those who have never been, here are some SHOT Show numbers you need to know to understand just how huge this industry trade show is.&nbsp;</p>
  3374.  
  3375.  
  3376.  
  3377. <ul>
  3378. <li>13.9 miles of aisles — a distance more than half a marathon</li>
  3379.  
  3380.  
  3381.  
  3382. <li>800,000 net square feet — equivalent to more than 18 acres or enough space to park 547 F-16 fighter jets</li>
  3383.  
  3384.  
  3385.  
  3386. <li>More than 52,000 professionals in the shooting, hunting, outdoor and law enforcement industry</li>
  3387.  
  3388.  
  3389.  
  3390. <li>More than 2,500 exhibitors</li>
  3391.  
  3392.  
  3393.  
  3394. <li>Exhibitors, buyers and media come from 115 countries and all 50 states</li>
  3395. </ul>
  3396.  
  3397.  
  3398.  
  3399. <p>If you had the opportunity to stop by the bright and colorful booth #43005, you would have seen the latest purses, bags and totes from Gun Tote&#8217;n Mamas (GTM) laid out in an attractive display.</p>
  3400.  
  3401.  
  3402.  
  3403. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="640" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/SHOT-Show-2024-booth.jpeg" alt="SHOT Show 2024 booth Gun Tote'n Mamas" class="wp-image-89544" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/SHOT-Show-2024-booth.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/SHOT-Show-2024-booth-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/SHOT-Show-2024-booth-768x512.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  3404.  
  3405.  
  3406.  
  3407. <p>Just like <a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2023/02/gun-toten-mamas-shot-show-sneak-peek/">last year</a>, Claudia Chisholm, president of GTM, offered new trends and ideas for function and fashion. She continually keeps an eye on the pulse of style and fashion. Claudia also reimagines some of GTM&#8217;s best-selling purses with today&#8217;s trends and weaves them into the line while always maintaining the integrity and safety of her concealed-carry handbags. </p>
  3408.  
  3409.  
  3410.  
  3411. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="640" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/slings.jpeg" alt="slings Gun Tote'n Mamas" class="wp-image-89550" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/slings.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/slings-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/slings-768x512.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  3412.  
  3413.  
  3414.  
  3415. <p>Slings, slings and more slings in different styles, sizes and colors appeared to be a huge hit in the booth. Do you recognize these new reimagined sling styles that incorporate some of GTM&#8217;s best-selling purses?  </p>
  3416.  
  3417.  
  3418.  
  3419. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/camel-school-girl.jpeg" alt="Saddle school girl Gun Tote'n Mamas" class="wp-image-89546" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/camel-school-girl.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/camel-school-girl-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/camel-school-girl-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  3420.  
  3421.  
  3422.  
  3423. <p>Last year, GTM shrunk the “School Girl” purse down a bit to become the <a href="https://www.gtmoriginal.com/products/school-girl?_pos=1&amp;_sid=7f28b357a&amp;_ss=r" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mini School Girl </a>. This year, Claudia decided to offer this super trendy purse in saddle leather. On a side note, GTM will offer many other styles in this new leather, but we will have to wait to find out which ones. </p>
  3424.  
  3425.  
  3426.  
  3427. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ocean-blue.jpeg" alt="ocean blue Gun Tote'n Mamas" class="wp-image-89547" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ocean-blue.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ocean-blue-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ocean-blue-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  3428.  
  3429.  
  3430.  
  3431. <p>Speaking of new colors, check out this beautiful ocean-blue leather! It had a lot of attention at the show. It&#8217;s bold, beautiful and a super soft leather. </p>
  3432.  
  3433.  
  3434.  
  3435. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/paisley.jpeg" alt="" class="wp-image-89548" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/paisley.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/paisley-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/paisley-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  3436.  
  3437.  
  3438.  
  3439. <p>If you&#8217;re looking for a new and super fun leather, look no further than GTM&#8217;s new paisley pattern. Isn&#8217;t it the cutest? Imagine the adorable outfits you could put together with these concealed carry bags. </p>
  3440.  
  3441.  
  3442.  
  3443. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="685" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Remakes.jpeg" alt="Remakes" class="wp-image-89549" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Remakes.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Remakes-300x214.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Remakes-768x548.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  3444.  
  3445.  
  3446.  
  3447. <p>With new twists on tried-and-true Gun Tote&#8217;n Mamas&#8217; original styles, different designs, fresh colors and new leathers, Claudia came prepared and ultimately, delivered at SHOT Show. </p>
  3448.  
  3449.  
  3450.  
  3451. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1281" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Donna-Anthony-and-Claudia-SHOT-Show.jpg" alt="Donna Anthony and Claudia SHOT Show" class="wp-image-89545" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Donna-Anthony-and-Claudia-SHOT-Show.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Donna-Anthony-and-Claudia-SHOT-Show-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Donna-Anthony-and-Claudia-SHOT-Show-767x1024.jpg 767w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Donna-Anthony-and-Claudia-SHOT-Show-768x1025.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Donna Anthony and Claudia at SHOT Show</figcaption></figure>
  3452.  
  3453.  
  3454.  
  3455. <p>Aside from showing off the line of GTM’s purses, Claudia also had some well-known trainers in the booth. On Wednesday, Vicki Farnam talked about her instructor-level <a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2020/02/concealed-carry-instructor-course-trains-women-to-carry-off-body/">Off Body Carry Course</a>. Then, on Thursday, Donna Anthony spoke about her <a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2023/09/donna-anthonys-off-body-purse-bag-conceal-carry-course/">Online Off Body Carry course</a> designed for anyone who carries concealed. Both shared a wealth of information about off-body carry.&nbsp;</p>
  3456.  
  3457.  
  3458.  
  3459. <p>Follow Gun Tote&#8217;n Mamas&#8217; social media, listed below, to stay up-to-date on the new styles and when (and if) they become available. Also, it&#8217;s easy to shop on the <a href="https://www.gtmoriginal.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">website</a>, too.</p>
  3460.  
  3461.  
  3462.  
  3463. <p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/gtmoriginal" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/gtmoriginal</a></p>
  3464.  
  3465.  
  3466.  
  3467. <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/gtm_original/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/gtm_original/</a></p>
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  3471. <title>Next-Level Sophistication from Brand New Walther Website</title>
  3472. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/next-level-sophistication-from-brand-new-walther-website/</link>
  3473. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  3474. <pubDate>Wed, 21 Feb 2024 09:19:00 +0000</pubDate>
  3475. <category><![CDATA[Press Releases]]></category>
  3476. <category><![CDATA[Shooting - Guns & Gear]]></category>
  3477. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89798</guid>
  3478.  
  3479. <description><![CDATA[Walther Arms, Inc. knows what it’s like to embody an unrivaled sophistication, including the all-new Walther website.]]></description>
  3480. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  3481. <p>Walther Arms, Inc. knows what it’s like to embody an unrivaled sophistication. After all, you can’t be the chosen pistol of the world’s favorite secret agent without having that elegance overflow into everything else, including the <a href="https://waltherarms.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">all-new</a> Walther website.</p>
  3482.  
  3483.  
  3484.  
  3485. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="692" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Walther-Website.jpg" alt="Walther Website" class="wp-image-89801" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Walther-Website.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Walther-Website-300x216.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Walther-Website-768x554.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  3486.  
  3487.  
  3488.  
  3489. <p>Leaning into the legacy and history of the Walther brand, the newly remodeled website allows users a better experience with sleek visuals and easy navigation.</p>
  3490.  
  3491.  
  3492.  
  3493. <p>“We have always demanded excellence, meticulous designs, and unparalleled performance from Walther products, and now our new website reflects that as well,” said Jens Krogh, vice president of marketing and product development for Walther Arms, Inc. “You’ll see our new brand campaigns that lean into the cinematic history Walther has unlike any other in the industry. Consumers will have an even easier time finding information on the next gun for their collection. And, most importantly, you’ll see the commitment we have to continuously revolutionizing our brand, but still maintaining the unparalleled performance our products are known to have.”</p>
  3494.  
  3495.  
  3496.  
  3497. <p>To learn about recently launched products, experience the ‘Walther Man’ cinematography, or to find a local dealer, confidently lean into the sophistication of WaltherArms.com.&nbsp;</p>
  3498.  
  3499.  
  3500.  
  3501. <p><strong>About Walther</strong></p>
  3502.  
  3503.  
  3504.  
  3505. <p>&#8220;It&#8217;s your DUTY to be READY&#8221; is a message of sincerity that Walther must build the best performing firearms. It is a message to every shooter who understands the importance of firearms safety and the inalienable right to bear arms. It is a message to clearly and concisely show that Walther is doing everything in its power to support shooters everywhere with not just the absolute best in firearm innovation and performance but also access to the best training and informative firearms community. History has shown Walther&#8217;s dedication to this message, beginning in 1886 and continuing today, with the innovative spirit that builds off the invention of the concealed carry gun by creating duty grade weapons such as the PDP and world-class rimfire products such as the P22 and WMP. Walther will continue its long tradition of technical expertise and innovation in the design and production of firearms to meet the demands of any customer. Excellent service and superior quality will continue to be benchmarks of Walther&#8217;s success.</p>
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  3508. <item>
  3509. <title>Venison Salisbury Steak Meatballs</title>
  3510. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/venison-salisbury-steak-meatballs/</link>
  3511. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  3512. <pubDate>Wed, 21 Feb 2024 08:06:00 +0000</pubDate>
  3513. <category><![CDATA[Cooking]]></category>
  3514. <category><![CDATA[WONderful Recipes]]></category>
  3515. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89698</guid>
  3516.  
  3517. <description><![CDATA[Be sure to double Wild Game Cuisine's recipe for Venison Salisbury Steak Meatballs and freeze a batch for a future meal - it's that good!]]></description>
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  3519. <p>Be sure to double the recipe and freeze a batch for a future meal; we are sure you&#8217;re going to love these Venison Salisbury Steak Meatballs that much! This comfort food classic from Wild Game Cuisine will warm you up on the chilliest of evenings. ~ The Editors</p>
  3520.  
  3521.  
  3522.  
  3523. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="642" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/venison-salisbury-meatballs8.jpg" alt="venison-salisbury-meatballs8" class="wp-image-89705" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/venison-salisbury-meatballs8.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/venison-salisbury-meatballs8-300x201.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/venison-salisbury-meatballs8-768x514.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  3524.  
  3525.  
  3526.  
  3527. <p>Venison Salisbury Steak Meatballs are a mouthwatering home cooked comfort food in my opinion. I changed the rules on my Salisbury steak recipe this time around and formed meatballs instead of meat patties. A <a href="https://nevadafoodies.com/wild-game-burger-recipes/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ground wild game</a> changing dinner idea.</p>
  3528.  
  3529.  
  3530.  
  3531. <p>To start, I seasoned a pound of ground venison with some simple ingredients that add a lot of flavor to the meat. Ingredients like crushed seasoned croutons, minced garlic, egg, Dijon mustard, parsley and salt. After mixing everything together, I formed 12 meatballs of equal size and set aside.</p>
  3532.  
  3533.  
  3534.  
  3535. <p>Then I sizzled up shiitake mushrooms, sliced cipollini onions and garlic in a blend of butter and olive oil. If you don’t have access to shiitake mushrooms or cipollini onions, substitute with sliced baby bella mushrooms and a small sweet onion. After the mushrooms and onions are caramelized, I removed them from the skillet and added the meatballs cooking until browned. Super quick and easy.</p>
  3536.  
  3537.  
  3538.  
  3539. <p>Next step, I added another tablespoon of butter and a few tablespoons of flour – stirring to form a past before slowly stirring in a cup and a half of beef broth creating a simple gravy. Stir stir stir and reduce the heat. For the finale, I set the meatballs into the gravy and added the mushrooms and onions cooking until the meatballs were done.</p>
  3540.  
  3541.  
  3542.  
  3543. <p>Serve these tender mouthwatering <a href="https://nevadafoodies.com/venison-recipes/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Venison</a> Salisbury Steak Meatballs over a quinoa/rice blend. Hands down a drool worthy dish to celebrate the fruits of our labor!</p>
  3544.  
  3545.  
  3546.  
  3547. <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="876" height="1024" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/venison-salisbury-meatballs1-876x1024.jpg" alt="venison-salisbury-meatballs ingredients" class="wp-image-89706" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/venison-salisbury-meatballs1-876x1024.jpg 876w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/venison-salisbury-meatballs1-257x300.jpg 257w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/venison-salisbury-meatballs1-768x898.jpg 768w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/venison-salisbury-meatballs1.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 876px) 100vw, 876px" /></figure>
  3548.  
  3549.  
  3550.  
  3551. <p>In a bowl, combine the ground venison, crushed croutons, Dijon mustard, egg, parsley and salt.</p>
  3552.  
  3553.  
  3554.  
  3555. <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="876" height="1024" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/venison-salisbury-meatballs2-876x1024.jpg" alt="venison-salisbury-meatballs" class="wp-image-89707" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/venison-salisbury-meatballs2-876x1024.jpg 876w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/venison-salisbury-meatballs2-257x300.jpg 257w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/venison-salisbury-meatballs2-768x898.jpg 768w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/venison-salisbury-meatballs2.jpg 960w" sizes="(max-width: 876px) 100vw, 876px" /></figure>
  3556.  
  3557.  
  3558.  
  3559. <p>Using your hands, mix the ingredients together and form 12 meatballs of equal size. Set aside when done.</p>
  3560.  
  3561.  
  3562.  
  3563. <p>Continue reading, &#8220;Venison Salisbury Steak Meatballs&#8221; from our friends at Wild Game Cuisine  <a href="https://nevadafoodies.com/venison-salisbury-steak-meatballs/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>. </p>
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  3566. <item>
  3567. <title>Revisited: Raised to Respect Firearms</title>
  3568. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/revisited-raised-to-respect-firearms/</link>
  3569. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  3570. <pubDate>Tue, 20 Feb 2024 09:05:00 +0000</pubDate>
  3571. <category><![CDATA[Shooting Stories]]></category>
  3572. <category><![CDATA[Shooting Tips]]></category>
  3573. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
  3574. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89648</guid>
  3575.  
  3576. <description><![CDATA[In this Project ChildSafe video revisited, Becky Yackley believes you should be the person to teach your child about using firearms safely.]]></description>
  3577. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  3578. <p><em>The prospect of handling powerful tools in the world is as clandestine as it is judicious. In an age of tools as abstract as social media and across to legacy assets steeped in diesel and grit, firearms retain a decisive seat in the pantheon of American interests. Sidled alongside the axiom about great power and great responsibility, assuredly, there is an enthusiast that understands how safety and amusement can complement one another. </em></p>
  3579.  
  3580.  
  3581.  
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  3585. <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/ads/cheyenne-kidsafe-videos/" ><img decoding="async" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/NSSF-Banner-960x100.jpg" class="no-lazy-load wp-post-image" alt="NSSF-Banner-960x100" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/NSSF-Banner-960x100.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/NSSF-Banner-960x100-300x31.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/NSSF-Banner-960x100-768x80.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></a>
  3586. </div></div>
  3587.  
  3588.  
  3589. <p style="text-align: center;"><em>Sponsored by the NSSF and Project ChildSafe</em></p>
  3590.  
  3591.  
  3592. <p><em>Becky Yackley takes us around the horn on firearms and some of their foundational basics. This revisit comes on the wintery heels of the big hunting seasons where the tried-and-true rules of firearms safety have been hashed and stressed. Becky discusses the importance of being candid about the presence of firearms in the house and promotes the positive and enjoyable role that they can play in children’s, and more broadly, a family’s life. From teaching rules to guided handling, manipulation and drillwork, the opportunities are as present as they can be dynamic.</em></p>
  3593.  
  3594.  
  3595.  
  3596. <p><em>At the epicenter of the article is the onus to have children raised to respect firearms. Their lifelong understanding ought to be that firearms can be a tool for tremendous good but can, in the same breath, be abused by the negligent and notorious. Parents curtail all manner of unsavory habits in their children and in particular, poor manners and conduct. Firearms can be a breeding ground for bad habits, but they can be a titanic asset in the hands of the disciplined and dignified from a young age. </em>~IBR</p>
  3597.  
  3598.  
  3599.  
  3600. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="960" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Raised-to-Respect-Firearms-960x960-1.jpg" alt="Raised to Respect Firearms" class="wp-image-89592" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Raised-to-Respect-Firearms-960x960-1.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Raised-to-Respect-Firearms-960x960-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Raised-to-Respect-Firearms-960x960-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Raised-to-Respect-Firearms-960x960-1-768x768.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  3601.  
  3602.  
  3603.  
  3604. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-my-project-childsafe-story-raised-to-respect-firearms">My Project ChildSafe Story: Raised to Respect Firearms</h2>
  3605.  
  3606.  
  3607.  
  3608. <p><em>Captured here, Becky leans into the simplicity of knowing a firearm like any other tool:</em></p>
  3609.  
  3610.  
  3611.  
  3612. <p>Out of all the rules, one that stands out as a place more women can take an active role is: “Always check that a gun is unloaded.” Let’s face it. Guns are machines. They’re not terribly complicated. If you can use snapchat on your phone, you can figure out how to unload and take the safety off a gun … and so could your child.</p>
  3613.  
  3614.  
  3615.  
  3616. <p>So if you have firearms in your home or not, you children should be taught to respect them, and know the rules surrounding them. And you are the person to teach them. Just like you teach them about cars, fire, chemicals and any number of tools in our world that children need to learn about. And just like your child might come into contact with a TV show you don’t approve of, or a chance to ride their bike beyond where you’ve given them permission to, they could come in contact with firearms in a way you don’t approve of, and they need to be taught to respect guns before they’re in that situation. It’s why we rehearse with toddlers, “Look both ways before you cross the street.” </p>
  3617.  
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  3622. </div></figure>
  3623.  
  3624.  
  3625.  
  3626. <p><em>If this excerpt piqued your interest, view the original post </em><a href="https://projectchildsafe.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>here</em></a><em>. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the NSSF’s important program, </em><a href="https://projectchildsafe.org/"><em>Project ChildSafe</em></a><em>.</em></p>
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  3629. <item>
  3630. <title>Molly Nugent Winning the Archery Mind Games</title>
  3631. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/molly-nugent-winning-the-archery-mind-games/</link>
  3632. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  3633. <pubDate>Tue, 20 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
  3634. <category><![CDATA[Archery News & Events]]></category>
  3635. <category><![CDATA[Press Releases]]></category>
  3636. <category><![CDATA[Women's Archery]]></category>
  3637. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89728</guid>
  3638.  
  3639. <description><![CDATA[Molly Nugent shares the story of her journey winning the archery mind games with the help of Olympian Judi Adams.]]></description>
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  3641. <p>Molly Nugent was a good archer. But Molly Nugent wanted to become a great archer, and to fulfil that potential she learned that a strong technique will only carry you so far in a sport where mental strength plays a significant&nbsp;role.</p>
  3642.  
  3643.  
  3644.  
  3645. <p>Type into an internet search engine the words ‘mental game’ or ‘mental side’ in association with archery and the page is swiftly filled with videos and blogs and forums all addressing, advising and discussing this crucial side of the sport.</p>
  3646.  
  3647.  
  3648.  
  3649. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="640" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Molly-Nugent.jpg" alt="Molly Nugent" class="wp-image-89731" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Molly-Nugent.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Molly-Nugent-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Molly-Nugent-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  3650.  
  3651.  
  3652.  
  3653. <p>For Nugent, the realization that she needed to improve the mental portion of her game actually materialized during a spell when she was enjoying great&nbsp;form.</p>
  3654.  
  3655.  
  3656.  
  3657. <p>“Mentally I did not catch up with the fact that I was shooting really well,” said Nugent. “So, I had that doubt. The doubt came in and I was saying ‘why am I shooting that good? I shouldn’t be shooting that good, like what is going&nbsp;on?’</p>
  3658.  
  3659.  
  3660.  
  3661. <p>“And so, because of that, I developed target panic, I developed the doubt, I developed the lack of confidence, and that’s when I started waiting until the clock ran down, letting down all the time, because I had that doubt about everything I was&nbsp;doing.”</p>
  3662.  
  3663.  
  3664.  
  3665. <p>Step forward <a href="https://www.usarchery.org/article/molly-nugent-winning-the-archery-mind-games-with-the-help-of-olympian-judi-adams">Judi Adams</a>, a member of the USA team at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. She also qualified for the 1980 edition, though ultimately missed out as the USA were among a number of nations to boycott those Games, which were held in Moscow.</p>
  3666.  
  3667.  
  3668.  
  3669. <p>Adams said, “I’ve worked with a lot of people with target panic, and I know what it took for me to get through target panic, and I’ll tell you, it’s hard&nbsp;work.</p>
  3670.  
  3671.  
  3672.  
  3673. <p>“There isn’t a pill. Everybody hopes there’s a pill or something to make it go away. There isn’t. It’s just a lot of really, really hard – and sometimes terrifying – work to get&nbsp;through.</p>
  3674.  
  3675.  
  3676.  
  3677. <p>“The fact that Molly was looking for help, but also that she was willing to put the time in to get through &#8211; and it’s really tedious time – is testament to who she&nbsp;is.”</p>
  3678.  
  3679.  
  3680.  
  3681. <p>The reasons for target panic are many and varied, including personal expectations or the expectations of others. Confidence is, of course, a factor, and like other individual sports, it can be due to a neurological issue such as the yips in&nbsp;golf.</p>
  3682.  
  3683.  
  3684.  
  3685. <p>Target panic can lead to archers physically being unable to let go of the arrow, or even being unable to step to the line for the start of an&nbsp;end.</p>
  3686.  
  3687.  
  3688.  
  3689. <p>Nugent teamed up with Adams just prior to Covid lockdown in 2020, and the transformation has been&nbsp;real.</p>
  3690.  
  3691.  
  3692.  
  3693. <p>“Anyone who was watching me at the time could tell I was going through ‘target panic’,” said Nugent. “It was pretty&nbsp;bad.</p>
  3694.  
  3695.  
  3696.  
  3697. <p>“So, to see the improvement from then to now, four years later; I have people coming up to me all the time saying ‘wow, you’re improving a ton. A couple of years ago you wouldn’t be shooting all of your arrows in the first 45 seconds, you’d be waiting on the&nbsp;line’.</p>
  3698.  
  3699.  
  3700.  
  3701. <p>“I recognized that was happening but also everyone around also knew that it was&nbsp;happening.”</p>
  3702.  
  3703.  
  3704.  
  3705. <p>Having Adams alongside her on this mental journey means having someone who knows exactly what she is going through and the strength it takes to emerge on the other&nbsp;side.</p>
  3706.  
  3707.  
  3708.  
  3709. <p>Adams admitted, “I shot a world championship where the scorekeepers were stepping on my arrows. That’s how bad it was for me. And I know exactly when it happened. I know exactly what the trigger was. I know everything that led to my target panic, and that put me on a path of learning to manage it, because it never entirely goes&nbsp;away.”</p>
  3710.  
  3711.  
  3712.  
  3713. <p>The 24-year-old Nugent, something of a perfectionist according to Adams, admits the path she has trodden these past four years in a bid to be among the best has helped in other&nbsp;ways.</p>
  3714.  
  3715.  
  3716.  
  3717. <p>“I was a different person,” she said. “I was not positive. I’m so much more positive now. I’m positive in everyday life. I look at everything glass half full instead of half empty; it’s definitely changed my entire&nbsp;life.”</p>
  3718.  
  3719.  
  3720.  
  3721. <p>And it appears the results bare much of that out. Nugent sits third after the first two stages of the 2024 Olympic Trials Qualification Event, with stages three and four in her home state of Arizona in early April. She has also made the World Cup team for the first time, with Stage 1 being in Shanghai, China from April&nbsp;23-28.</p>
  3722.  
  3723.  
  3724.  
  3725. <p>Far from getting easier, the next few months will arguably be as tough as they have ever been as the race to Paris resumes. This is where Nugent’s meticulous planning comes in handy, down to how many arrows she will shoot each day between now and competition in Arizona, or which mental or physical modules she will be working&nbsp;on.</p>
  3726.  
  3727.  
  3728.  
  3729. <p>“It’s a huge mental step (up to the Olympic level),” admitted Adams. “Because there’s so few Olympians. You may make teams, but boy when it comes to the Olympics there’s a really intense focus by the athletes training for&nbsp;it.</p>
  3730.  
  3731.  
  3732.  
  3733. <p>“There’s only a few spots, and it really is next level when you start to look at scores of the elite archers, you can see there’s a separation, maybe from five down. So, there is a next level and mental is the&nbsp;difference.”</p>
  3734.  
  3735.  
  3736.  
  3737. <p>Nugent first picked up a bow aged seven or eight while on camp with the Girl Scouts but it was not until the age of 12 that she decided to pursue it as a sport, having tried basketball, tennis and&nbsp;golf.</p>
  3738.  
  3739.  
  3740.  
  3741. <p>In those early days, at Paseo Vista Club in Chandler, Ariz., Nugent fell under the watchful gaze of Mike Cullumber and Gary Yamaguchi, two vastly experienced and passionate&nbsp;coaches.</p>
  3742.  
  3743.  
  3744.  
  3745. <p>“I definitely fell in love with the sport of archery before I got good at it,” said&nbsp;Nugent.</p>
  3746.  
  3747.  
  3748.  
  3749. <p>Nugent’s love for the sport brought out her determination and strong work ethic, though it would be seven years on from taking up the sport that a teenage Nugent would win her first (local) tournament. Six months on from that first success and she became a national&nbsp;champion.</p>
  3750.  
  3751.  
  3752.  
  3753. <p>It was that swift about-turn in fortunes, from not being very good to winning locally and then nationally which, in Nugent’s own words, ‘freaked out my mind’, triggering an expectation that she had to maintain that level of&nbsp;form.</p>
  3754.  
  3755.  
  3756.  
  3757. <p>She added, “The trigger point came because I was just not catching up to the fact that I am good and I know what I’m doing and I can be the&nbsp;best.”</p>
  3758.  
  3759.  
  3760.  
  3761. <p>With an experienced guide in Adams by her side, Nugent must now navigate unchartered waters as she looks to pick up where she left off in 2023, knowing that it has been her lifelong dream to represent the United States at the Olympic&nbsp;Games.</p>
  3762.  
  3763.  
  3764.  
  3765. <p>She said, “I always knew that I wanted to go to the Olympics, since I was two years old. There’s a video of me dancing around the living room watching the ice skating at the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter&nbsp;Olympics.</p>
  3766.  
  3767.  
  3768.  
  3769. <p>“So, I knew there was a sport out there for me, I just didn’t know what it&nbsp;was.”</p>
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  3773. <title>Sisters on the Fly: Year in Review</title>
  3774. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/sisters-on-the-fly-year-in-review/</link>
  3775. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  3776. <pubDate>Fri, 16 Feb 2024 08:58:00 +0000</pubDate>
  3777. <category><![CDATA[Fishing News & Events]]></category>
  3778. <category><![CDATA[Women's Fishing]]></category>
  3779. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89308</guid>
  3780.  
  3781. <description><![CDATA[We think you'll enjoy reading about all the causes Sisters on the Fly supported during 2023 in this yearly message from Maurrie.]]></description>
  3782. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  3783. <p><em>We think you&#8217;ll enjoy reading about all the causes Sisters on the Fly supported during 2023 in their yearly message from Maurrie. ~The Editors</em></p>
  3784.  
  3785.  
  3786.  
  3787. <p>As I look back on 2023, I am so impressed with the love, caring, and<strong> </strong>sharing seen throughout our amazing circle of women. When we see a need, we are quick to step up. Whether it is recognizing a personal situation—like reaching out to a Sister who’s been given a difficult medical diagnosis—or stepping up to fill a need in the community.</p>
  3788.  
  3789.  
  3790.  
  3791. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sisters-on-the-fly-1.jpeg" alt="sisters on the fly" class="wp-image-89510" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sisters-on-the-fly-1.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sisters-on-the-fly-1-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sisters-on-the-fly-1-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  3792.  
  3793.  
  3794.  
  3795. <p>Nationally, Sisters on the Fly have supported Casting for Recovery which enhances the lives of breast cancer survivors by connecting them to each other and to nature through the therapeutic sport of fly fishing—at no cost to the participants. Sisters have donated both time and money to this worthy cause<strong>,</strong>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://sistersonthefly.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b259f45aabeebc88155148291&amp;id=ae360f7eab&amp;e=726ebe5d22" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>castingforrecovery.org</em></a><em>.</em></p>
  3796.  
  3797.  
  3798.  
  3799. <p>In addition, Sisters all over the country have supported Wreaths Across America which places live, balsam veterans&#8217; wreaths on the headstones of our fallen heroes<strong>,&nbsp;</strong><a target="_blank" href="https://sistersonthefly.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b259f45aabeebc88155148291&amp;id=924a41376a&amp;e=726ebe5d22" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>wreathsacrossamerica.org</em></a>.<em>&nbsp;</em>Another nonprofit sponsored by many Sisters is Make a Wish Foundation which creates happy magical memories by granting life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://sistersonthefly.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b259f45aabeebc88155148291&amp;id=c0d1ae4a40&amp;e=726ebe5d22" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>wish.org</em></a><em>.</em></p>
  3800.  
  3801.  
  3802.  
  3803. <p>Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library will be the beneficiary of the spectacular 25th Silver Jubilee gathering of 300 trailers in Tennessee in 2024, <a href="https://sistersonthefly.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b259f45aabeebc88155148291&amp;id=937ed92b5d&amp;e=726ebe5d22" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>imaginationlibrary.com</em></a><em>.</em> Volunteering time and money when we see a need is deep in the DNA of our Sisterhood. </p>
  3804.  
  3805.  
  3806.  
  3807. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sisters-on-the-fly-2.jpeg" alt="sisters on the fly" class="wp-image-89511" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sisters-on-the-fly-2.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sisters-on-the-fly-2-225x300.jpeg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/sisters-on-the-fly-2-768x1024.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  3808.  
  3809.  
  3810.  
  3811. <p>Sister-Corps mobilizes volunteers to provide recovery efforts in areas affected by natural disasters, for environmental relief, or for other community needs.&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://sistersonthefly.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b259f45aabeebc88155148291&amp;id=5f96ff3d57&amp;e=726ebe5d22" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://sister-corps.org/</a></p>
  3812.  
  3813.  
  3814.  
  3815. <p>The unsung heroes are the Sisters across the country who raise money for nonprofits—large and small—in their own communities. Just a few examples are Sunflower House (in Shawnee, Kansas), SAFE Project in Wyoming, Lake Blackshear Dog Rescue in Georgia, Harbor House in Montana, and many more.</p>
  3816.  
  3817.  
  3818.  
  3819. <p>I applaud and admire each and every one of you, and join you in supporting causes in my community that are dear to my heart. Together we are making a big difference.</p>
  3820.  
  3821.  
  3822.  
  3823. <p>Sending love,</p>
  3824.  
  3825.  
  3826.  
  3827. <p>Maurrie</p>
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  3830. <item>
  3831. <title>Springfield Armory&#8217;s TRP Family for 1911 Enthusiasts</title>
  3832. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/springfield-armorys-trp-family-for-1911-enthusiasts/</link>
  3833. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Michelle Cerino]]></dc:creator>
  3834. <pubDate>Thu, 15 Feb 2024 08:08:00 +0000</pubDate>
  3835. <category><![CDATA[Gear Up]]></category>
  3836. <category><![CDATA[Shooting - Guns & Gear]]></category>
  3837. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
  3838. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89536</guid>
  3839.  
  3840. <description><![CDATA[If you know, you know. And, if you are a 1911 enthusiast, you know you’ll want to learn more about Springfield Armory's TRP family of firearms. Michelle Cerino walks you through the lineup.]]></description>
  3841. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  3842. <p>If you or anyone you know is a 1911 enthusiast, a Springfield Armory TRP is a must-have. Especially since it now has a refreshed line with six new models available. Read on to find out why you should add this 1911 to your wish list.&nbsp;</p>
  3843.  
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  3851.  
  3852.  
  3853. <p style="text-align: center;"><em>Sponsored by Springfield Armory</em></p>
  3854.  
  3855.  
  3856. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-hrt-and-springfield-armory"><strong>The HRT and Springfield Armory</strong></h2>
  3857.  
  3858.  
  3859.  
  3860. <p>In 1983, in preparation for the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) created a dedicated counter-terrorism unit known as the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fbi.gov/investigate/how-we-investigate/tactics" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hostage Rescue Team</a>&nbsp;(HRT). According to the FBI&#8217;s website, this elite group of agents responds to hostage situations, barricaded suspects, as well as performed high-risk arrests, undercover operations and surveillance operations. In 1998, the FBI contracted Springfield Armory to supply the pistols for the elite HRT. Now, 40 years later, the TRP family of pistols (based on the SA Professional 1911 chosen by the HRT) offers&nbsp;<a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/01/springfield-armory-six-new-models-of-the-respected-trp-1911/">six new models</a>.&nbsp;</p>
  3861.  
  3862.  
  3863.  
  3864. <figure class="wp-block-pullquote"><blockquote><p>Servare Vitas</p><cite>To Save Lives (HTR&#8217;s motto)</cite></blockquote></figure>
  3865.  
  3866.  
  3867.  
  3868. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="702" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/TRP-on-silk.jpeg" alt="Springfield Armory TRP on silk 1911" class="wp-image-89556" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/TRP-on-silk.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/TRP-on-silk-300x219.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/TRP-on-silk-768x562.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  3869.  
  3870.  
  3871.  
  3872. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-springfield-armory-s-trp-1911-nbsp"><strong>Springfield Armory&#8217;s TRP 1911&nbsp;</strong></h2>
  3873.  
  3874.  
  3875.  
  3876. <p>First, in case you didn&#8217;t know, TRP is an acronym for Tactical Response Pistol. Springfield Armory first launched the TRP family as an affordable answer for everyday citizens to have a semi-custom 1911 similar to the custom Professional model, which was designed based on the needs of the FBI&#8217;s HRT. Following are some of the features of the TRPs that every 1911 enthusiast more than likely will appreciate.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
  3877.  
  3878.  
  3879.  
  3880. <p><strong>TRP 1911s are Forged</strong></p>
  3881.  
  3882.  
  3883.  
  3884. <p>Check out this video where Rob Leatham explains the importance of forged 1911s.&nbsp;</p>
  3885.  
  3886.  
  3887.  
  3888. <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
  3889. <div class="video-container"><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/EQrR24Q0c-0?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
  3890. </div></figure>
  3891.  
  3892.  
  3893.  
  3894. <p><strong>Hand-Fit</strong></p>
  3895.  
  3896.  
  3897.  
  3898. <p>Each frame and slide are hand-selected and paired for a premium fit. This allows for a smooth yet tight fit.</p>
  3899.  
  3900.  
  3901.  
  3902. <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
  3903. <div class="video-container"><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/vZy3Ut7fv1U?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
  3904. </div></figure>
  3905.  
  3906.  
  3907.  
  3908. <p><strong>Sights</strong>&nbsp;</p>
  3909.  
  3910.  
  3911.  
  3912. <p>The sights of each TRP are a tritium three-dot sight system. These are great in low light conditions plus, the serrated rear sight reduces glare and can be used for a tactical rack.&nbsp;</p>
  3913.  
  3914.  
  3915.  
  3916. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Rear-sights.jpeg" alt="Rear sights" class="wp-image-89555" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Rear-sights.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Rear-sights-225x300.jpeg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Rear-sights-768x1024.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  3917.  
  3918.  
  3919.  
  3920. <p>Some of the other features of all the pistols in the TRP family include:</p>
  3921.  
  3922.  
  3923.  
  3924. <ul>
  3925. <li>Ambidextrous thumb safety</li>
  3926.  
  3927.  
  3928.  
  3929. <li>Forward serrations</li>
  3930.  
  3931.  
  3932.  
  3933. <li>Gen 2 Speed Trigger</li>
  3934.  
  3935.  
  3936.  
  3937. <li>Match grade barrels</li>
  3938.  
  3939.  
  3940.  
  3941. <li>Cerakote finish</li>
  3942.  
  3943.  
  3944.  
  3945. <li>VZ Grips Hydra G-10</li>
  3946.  
  3947.  
  3948.  
  3949. <li>.45 ACP</li>
  3950. </ul>
  3951.  
  3952.  
  3953.  
  3954. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Trigger-guard.jpeg" alt="Trigger guard" class="wp-image-89554" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Trigger-guard.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Trigger-guard-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Trigger-guard-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  3955.  
  3956.  
  3957.  
  3958. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-models"><strong>The Models</strong></h2>
  3959.  
  3960.  
  3961.  
  3962. <p>There are now three different models in the TRP family, with two variations in each.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
  3963.  
  3964.  
  3965.  
  3966. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/TRP-on-mesh.jpeg" alt="Springfield Armory TRP on mesh 1911" class="wp-image-89552" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/TRP-on-mesh.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/TRP-on-mesh-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/TRP-on-mesh-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  3967.  
  3968.  
  3969.  
  3970. <p><strong>1911 TRP Model Features</strong></p>
  3971.  
  3972.  
  3973.  
  3974. <ul>
  3975. <li>Accessory rail</li>
  3976.  
  3977.  
  3978.  
  3979. <li>5-inch forged stainless steel barrel</li>
  3980.  
  3981.  
  3982.  
  3983. <li>Available in black or coyote brown</li>
  3984.  
  3985.  
  3986.  
  3987. <li>Extended and flared two-piece magwell</li>
  3988.  
  3989.  
  3990.  
  3991. <li>39.2-ounces&nbsp;</li>
  3992.  
  3993.  
  3994.  
  3995. <li>Three 8-round magazines</li>
  3996.  
  3997.  
  3998.  
  3999. <li>MSRP: $1,999</li>
  4000. </ul>
  4001.  
  4002.  
  4003.  
  4004. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1008" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Magwell.jpeg" alt="Magwell" class="wp-image-89553" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Magwell.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Magwell-286x300.jpeg 286w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Magwell-768x806.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4005.  
  4006.  
  4007.  
  4008. <p><strong>1911 TRP Classic Features</strong></p>
  4009.  
  4010.  
  4011.  
  4012. <ul>
  4013. <li>Offered in both 5-inch and 4.25-inch forged stainless steel barrels</li>
  4014.  
  4015.  
  4016.  
  4017. <li>Available in black</li>
  4018.  
  4019.  
  4020.  
  4021. <li>Extended and flared two-piece magwell</li>
  4022.  
  4023.  
  4024.  
  4025. <li>39.2- and 35.5-ounces</li>
  4026.  
  4027.  
  4028.  
  4029. <li>Three 8-round magazines</li>
  4030.  
  4031.  
  4032.  
  4033. <li>MSRP: $1,899</li>
  4034. </ul>
  4035.  
  4036.  
  4037.  
  4038. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="704" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/carry-contour-2-1024x751.png.jpeg" alt="1911 Springfield Armory TRP rarry-contour" class="wp-image-89578" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/carry-contour-2-1024x751.png.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/carry-contour-2-1024x751.png-300x220.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/carry-contour-2-1024x751.png-768x563.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4039.  
  4040.  
  4041.  
  4042. <p><strong>Carry Contour Model</strong> <strong>Features</strong></p>
  4043.  
  4044.  
  4045.  
  4046. <ul>
  4047. <li>Aluminum Carry Contour frame</li>
  4048.  
  4049.  
  4050.  
  4051. <li>Bobbed frame to reduce printing</li>
  4052.  
  4053.  
  4054.  
  4055. <li>Accessory rail</li>
  4056.  
  4057.  
  4058.  
  4059. <li>4.25-inch stainless steel barrel</li>
  4060.  
  4061.  
  4062.  
  4063. <li>Available in black or coyote brown</li>
  4064.  
  4065.  
  4066.  
  4067. <li>27.3-ounces&nbsp;</li>
  4068.  
  4069.  
  4070.  
  4071. <li>Three 7-round magazines</li>
  4072.  
  4073.  
  4074.  
  4075. <li>MSRP: $1,999</li>
  4076. </ul>
  4077.  
  4078.  
  4079.  
  4080. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/TRP-on-leather.jpeg" alt="TRP on leather 1911" class="wp-image-89551" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/TRP-on-leather.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/TRP-on-leather-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/TRP-on-leather-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4081.  
  4082.  
  4083.  
  4084. <p>I handed the 1911 TRP to my son, who appreciates a well-built 1911. His first comment was, &#8220;Boy, that slide fits tight. This is a nice gun.&#8221; Then, after he dry-fired a bit, I asked him what he thought of the VZ Hydra G-10 grips. He said, &#8220;The grips are definitely aggressive; however, I know that pistol won&#8217;t slip in my hands if I start to sweat.&#8221; Yep, he would love to add the 1911 TRP to his collection.&nbsp;</p>
  4085.  
  4086.  
  4087.  
  4088. <p>Read more about all the 1911s in Springfield Armory&#8217;s TRP family&nbsp;<a href="https://www.springfield-armory.com/1911-series-handguns/1911-trp-2023-handguns/">here</a>.&nbsp;</p>
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  4092. <title>Easy Crockpot Venison Tacos with Beer</title>
  4093. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/easy-crockpot-venison-tacos-with-beer/</link>
  4094. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jackie Richardson]]></dc:creator>
  4095. <pubDate>Wed, 14 Feb 2024 09:19:00 +0000</pubDate>
  4096. <category><![CDATA[Cooking]]></category>
  4097. <category><![CDATA[WONderful Recipes]]></category>
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  4099.  
  4100. <description><![CDATA[These Easy Crockpot Venison Tacos with Beer are the perfect dump-ingredients-in-the-crockpot recipe for the weekday dinner rotation.]]></description>
  4101. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4102. <p>Recipes that involve dumping ingredients into a crockpot in the morning, easily reserve a place on our weekday dinner rotation. These Easy Crockpot Venison Tacos with Beer make use of venison round steak, a cut that can sometimes wind up tough when prepared. But if cooked by this method (the slow cooker), the round steak becomes flavorful and tender. Keep reading to learn how to make these simply delicious tacos. </p>
  4103.  
  4104.  
  4105.  
  4106. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1100" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Easy-Crockpot-Venison-Tacos-with-Beer-2.jpeg" alt="Easy Crockpot Venison Tacos with Beer 2" class="wp-image-89178" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Easy-Crockpot-Venison-Tacos-with-Beer-2.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Easy-Crockpot-Venison-Tacos-with-Beer-2-262x300.jpeg 262w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Easy-Crockpot-Venison-Tacos-with-Beer-2-894x1024.jpeg 894w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Easy-Crockpot-Venison-Tacos-with-Beer-2-768x880.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Take a bite! Easy Crockpot Venison Tacos with Beer</em></figcaption></figure>
  4107.  
  4108.  
  4109.  
  4110. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-ingredients-needed">Ingredients Needed</h3>
  4111.  
  4112.  
  4113.  
  4114. <p>Gather the following simple ingredients:</p>
  4115.  
  4116.  
  4117.  
  4118. <ul>
  4119. <li>Four venison round steaks, defrosted</li>
  4120.  
  4121.  
  4122.  
  4123. <li>One onion, chopped into half-moon slices</li>
  4124.  
  4125.  
  4126.  
  4127. <li>One can or bottle of beer (any flavor)</li>
  4128.  
  4129.  
  4130.  
  4131. <li>One packet taco seasoning (about 1/2 cup)</li>
  4132.  
  4133.  
  4134.  
  4135. <li>Optional: one pint (or 16 oz. jar) of salsa</li>
  4136.  
  4137.  
  4138.  
  4139. <li>Flour tortillas</li>
  4140.  
  4141.  
  4142.  
  4143. <li>Taco toppings</li>
  4144. </ul>
  4145.  
  4146.  
  4147.  
  4148. <p>I recently started making homemade tortillas using this <a href="https://thecafesucrefarine.com/best-ever-homemade-flour-tortillas/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">easy recipe</a> from <em>The Cafe Sucre Farine</em>. While the store bought versions work well for this meal I prefer the flavor of the homemade version.</p>
  4149.  
  4150.  
  4151.  
  4152. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Crockpot-Venison-Tacos-ingredients.jpeg" alt="Crockpot Venison Tacos ingredients" class="wp-image-89184" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Crockpot-Venison-Tacos-ingredients.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Crockpot-Venison-Tacos-ingredients-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Crockpot-Venison-Tacos-ingredients-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Gathering the ingredients</em></figcaption></figure>
  4153.  
  4154.  
  4155.  
  4156. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Onions-for-crockpot-venison-tacos.jpeg" alt="Onions for crockpot venison tacos" class="wp-image-89182" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Onions-for-crockpot-venison-tacos.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Onions-for-crockpot-venison-tacos-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Onions-for-crockpot-venison-tacos-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Chopped onions ready for the slow cooker</em></figcaption></figure>
  4157.  
  4158.  
  4159.  
  4160. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-making-venison-tacos">Making Venison Tacos</h2>
  4161.  
  4162.  
  4163.  
  4164. <p>First, defrost the venison round steaks. Next, I gave mine a quick rinse at the sink. Place the steaks in the crockpot and cover with the taco seasoning. </p>
  4165.  
  4166.  
  4167.  
  4168. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Seasoned-venison-for-tacos.jpeg" alt="Seasoned venison for tacos" class="wp-image-89185" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Seasoned-venison-for-tacos.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Seasoned-venison-for-tacos-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Seasoned-venison-for-tacos-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4169.  
  4170.  
  4171.  
  4172. <p>Second, scatter the chopped onions over the round steaks.</p>
  4173.  
  4174.  
  4175.  
  4176. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Adding-the-onions.jpeg" alt="Adding the onions" class="wp-image-89174" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Adding-the-onions.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Adding-the-onions-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Adding-the-onions-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4177.  
  4178.  
  4179.  
  4180. <p>Then, pour the beer over the top of the meat. </p>
  4181.  
  4182.  
  4183.  
  4184. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Adding-the-beer.jpeg" alt="Adding the beer" class="wp-image-89173" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Adding-the-beer.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Adding-the-beer-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Adding-the-beer-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4185.  
  4186.  
  4187.  
  4188. <p>I enjoy tacos that have chunks of tomatoes or tomatillos mixed in with the meat. So, I added a jar of salsa verde into the mixture. This step is optional. There&#8217;s no need to stir the mixture &#8211; just dump and go.</p>
  4189.  
  4190.  
  4191.  
  4192. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="960" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Homemade-salsa-verde-for-venison-tacos.jpeg" alt="Homemade salsa verde for venison tacos" class="wp-image-89181" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Homemade-salsa-verde-for-venison-tacos.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Homemade-salsa-verde-for-venison-tacos-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Homemade-salsa-verde-for-venison-tacos-150x150.jpeg 150w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Homemade-salsa-verde-for-venison-tacos-768x768.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Jar of homemade salsa verde</em></figcaption></figure>
  4193.  
  4194.  
  4195.  
  4196. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Adding-the-salsa.jpeg" alt="Adding the salsa" class="wp-image-89175" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Adding-the-salsa.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Adding-the-salsa-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Adding-the-salsa-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Adding the salsa</em></figcaption></figure>
  4197.  
  4198.  
  4199.  
  4200. <p>Third, slow cook for eight hours on low. At the end of the cook time, remove the venison rounds and slice each into strips and remove any pieces of bone and sinew. </p>
  4201.  
  4202.  
  4203.  
  4204. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Cook-for-eight-hours-on-low.jpeg" alt="Cook for eight hours on low" class="wp-image-89176" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Cook-for-eight-hours-on-low.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Cook-for-eight-hours-on-low-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Cook-for-eight-hours-on-low-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Cook for eight hours on low</em></figcaption></figure>
  4205.  
  4206.  
  4207.  
  4208. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Sliced-venison-to-be-returned-to-crockpot.jpeg" alt="Sliced venison to be returned to crockpot" class="wp-image-89183" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Sliced-venison-to-be-returned-to-crockpot.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Sliced-venison-to-be-returned-to-crockpot-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Sliced-venison-to-be-returned-to-crockpot-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Sliced venison to be returned to crockpot</em></figcaption></figure>
  4209.  
  4210.  
  4211.  
  4212. <p>Add the sliced meat back into the crockpot and give it a good stir. Keep the taco filling on warm until ready to serve.</p>
  4213.  
  4214.  
  4215.  
  4216. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Cooked-crockpot-venison.jpeg" alt="Cooked crockpot venison" class="wp-image-89177" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Cooked-crockpot-venison.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Cooked-crockpot-venison-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Cooked-crockpot-venison-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Ready to serve</em></figcaption></figure>
  4217.  
  4218.  
  4219.  
  4220. <p>Last, use a slotted spoon to fill a tortilla with the meat mixture. Then, top with whatever your heart desires. I used lettuce, sour cream, tamed jalapeno slices, shredded cheese, red salsa, cilantro and sour cream. As you can probably tell, I like all of the toppings! But honestly, this meat doesn&#8217;t require much else. It is super flavorful, not gamey at all, and very tender.</p>
  4221.  
  4222.  
  4223.  
  4224. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Easy-Crockpot-Venison-Tacos-with-Beer.jpeg" alt="Easy Crockpot Venison Tacos with Beer" class="wp-image-89180" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Easy-Crockpot-Venison-Tacos-with-Beer.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Easy-Crockpot-Venison-Tacos-with-Beer-300x225.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Easy-Crockpot-Venison-Tacos-with-Beer-768x576.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Yum!</em></figcaption></figure>
  4225.  
  4226.  
  4227.  
  4228. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="960" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Easy-Crockpot-Venison-Tacos-with-Beer-3.jpeg" alt="Easy Crockpot Venison Tacos with Beer 3" class="wp-image-89172" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Easy-Crockpot-Venison-Tacos-with-Beer-3.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Easy-Crockpot-Venison-Tacos-with-Beer-3-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Easy-Crockpot-Venison-Tacos-with-Beer-3-150x150.jpeg 150w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Easy-Crockpot-Venison-Tacos-with-Beer-3-768x768.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4229.  
  4230.  
  4231.  
  4232. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-more-easy-recipes-at-the-won">More Easy Recipes at <em>The WON</em></h3>
  4233.  
  4234.  
  4235.  
  4236. <p>Be sure to try this recipe for <a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2023/11/apple-butter-in-the-crock-pot/">Apple Butter in the Crock Pot</a> &#8211; it gives a simplified method to make this delicious toast topping. Or, whip up some venison in one of our other favorite kitchen appliances, the air fryer, using this straight-forward <a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2022/09/the-best-air-fryer-venison/">recipe</a>.</p>
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  4239. <item>
  4240. <title>Catching Up with Dee Orr and the FSCA Honeybelles</title>
  4241. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/catching-up-with-dee-orr-and-the-fsca-honeybelles/</link>
  4242. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Nancy Keaton]]></dc:creator>
  4243. <pubDate>Tue, 13 Feb 2024 08:44:00 +0000</pubDate>
  4244. <category><![CDATA[Shooting - Guns & Gear]]></category>
  4245. <category><![CDATA[Syren Savvy]]></category>
  4246. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
  4247. <category><![CDATA[WONderful Women]]></category>
  4248. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89523</guid>
  4249.  
  4250. <description><![CDATA[Nancy Keaton catches up with Syren pro-staffer Dee Orr and finds out all about what’s happening with the FSCA Honeybelles, a shotgun program for women in Florida.
  4251. ]]></description>
  4252. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4253. <p>While the title may sound like we’re talking about a musical group, the Honeybelles is a shotgun program for women in Florida. <a href="https://syrenusa.com/dee-orr/">Dee Orr</a>, <a href="https://syrenusa.com/">SyrenUSA</a> pro-staff member, serves as the administrator for the program.</p>
  4254.  
  4255.  
  4256.  
  4257. <div id="ad-53604" class="ad-728x90 adsanity-728x90 aligncenter adsanity-aligncenter"
  4258. ><div class="adsanity-inner">
  4259.  
  4260. <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/ads/syren-shotguns-for-women/"  target="_blank"><img decoding="async" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/syren-2020-horizontal.gif" class="no-lazy-load wp-post-image" alt="Syren Shotguns for women, the goal of Syren is to provide products that are designed exclusively for Women. No more compromises." /></a>
  4261. </div></div>
  4262.  
  4263.  
  4264. <p style="text-align: center;"><em>Sponsored by Syren USA</em></p>
  4265.  
  4266.  
  4267. <p>In 2019 we talked with Dee to find out more about the <a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2019/04/fsca-honeybelles-dee-orr/">program</a>, so we wanted to catch up with her now to find out where the program has gone since then.</p>
  4268.  
  4269.  
  4270.  
  4271. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="600" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Honeybees-logo.jpg" alt="Honeybees logo" class="wp-image-89561" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Honeybees-logo.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Honeybees-logo-300x188.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Honeybees-logo-768x480.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4272.  
  4273.  
  4274.  
  4275. <p><strong>The Beginning</strong></p>
  4276.  
  4277.  
  4278.  
  4279. <p>The Honeybelles got started as a women’s initiative for the <a href="https://www.flsportingclays.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Florida Sporting Clays Association (FSCA)</a>, thanks to board member Louise Terry. Their mission statement reads, “To introduce more women to shooting sporting clays and create an environment where they feel welcome, comfortable, and competent going to the clubs to enjoy shooting clays with friends and family.”</p>
  4280.  
  4281.  
  4282.  
  4283. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="627" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FSCA-Honeybelles-and-SyrenUSA.jpg" alt="FSCA Honeybelles and SyrenUSA" class="wp-image-89564" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FSCA-Honeybelles-and-SyrenUSA.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FSCA-Honeybelles-and-SyrenUSA-300x196.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FSCA-Honeybelles-and-SyrenUSA-768x502.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4284.  
  4285.  
  4286.  
  4287. <p><strong>The Honeybelles Today</strong></p>
  4288.  
  4289.  
  4290.  
  4291. <p>Dee tells us there are now 18 female instructors working in the program, up from 12 in 2019. The number of women allowed in each clinic is based on the number of instructors available to keep the ratio of one instructor for every three shooters. “We found that&#8217;s a good ratio, everybody has time, nobody&#8217;s waiting around too long, everybody stays involved,” explains Dee. The organization has now trained 914 attendees, up from 343 in 2019.</p>
  4292.  
  4293.  
  4294.  
  4295. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dee-Orr-and-Louise-Terry.jpg" alt="Dee Orr and Louise Terry" class="wp-image-89563" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dee-Orr-and-Louise-Terry.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dee-Orr-and-Louise-Terry-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dee-Orr-and-Louise-Terry-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Dee Orr and Louise Terry</figcaption></figure>
  4296.  
  4297.  
  4298.  
  4299. <p>The Honeybelles were at three clubs in 2019 and are now being hosted at six clubs:</p>
  4300.  
  4301.  
  4302.  
  4303. <ul>
  4304. <li><a href="https://www.bermontshootingclub.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bermont Shooting Club</a></li>
  4305.  
  4306.  
  4307.  
  4308. <li><a href="https://fishhawksportingclays.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">FishHawk Sporting Clays</a>&nbsp;</li>
  4309.  
  4310.  
  4311.  
  4312. <li><a href="https://www.polksportingclays.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Polk Sporting Clays</a></li>
  4313.  
  4314.  
  4315.  
  4316. <li><a href="https://quailcreeksportingranch.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Quail Creek Sporting Ranch</a></li>
  4317.  
  4318.  
  4319.  
  4320. <li><a href="https://www.mytbsc.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tampa Bay Sporting Clays</a>&nbsp;</li>
  4321.  
  4322.  
  4323.  
  4324. <li><a href="https://verobeachclayshooting.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Vero Beach Clay Shooting Sports</a></li>
  4325.  
  4326.  
  4327.  
  4328. <li><a href="https://www.square1shootingrange.com/services" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Square 1 Shooting Range</a> coming soon </li>
  4329. </ul>
  4330.  
  4331.  
  4332.  
  4333. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FSCA-Honeybelles.jpg" alt="FSCA Honeybelles" class="wp-image-89560" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FSCA-Honeybelles.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FSCA-Honeybelles-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FSCA-Honeybelles-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4334.  
  4335.  
  4336.  
  4337. <p>“We&#8217;re focused on beginners who are early in their shooting to get them started correctly on a solid foundation,” said Dee. “Our Beginners Clinic is priced at $45, which includes 45 minutes to an hour of classroom time. It gives them a foundation on types of guns, ammo types of targets, ways to shoot the targets. After the classroom portion, they go on the course and shoot 25 targets each.” &nbsp;</p>
  4338.  
  4339.  
  4340.  
  4341. <p>A Basic Plus Clinic is offered for $65 to women with more experience who want to continue improving their shotgunning skills. In addition, the group also has a league, hosts two Ladies shoots a year and participates in various charity shoots.&nbsp;</p>
  4342.  
  4343.  
  4344.  
  4345. <p><strong>Personal Impact</strong></p>
  4346.  
  4347.  
  4348.  
  4349. <p>When asked how this journey has impacted her life, Dee choked up. “Oh, gosh, it&#8217;s been so monumental in my life. I&#8217;m a competitive shooter and shooting is my passion. But I kind of started to lose that amazing wonder that got me hooked to begin with. Then I started with these new ladies – to watch them break that target for the very first time and watch the joy on their faces, for me, it relit the fire; it&#8217;s been amazing. And then watching these women grow and become friends and meet other people and now they&#8217;re out having fun together. We set up a <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/fscahoneybelles" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Facebook group</a> for them so they could communicate together and it&#8217;s just fun to watch that, as well.”&nbsp;</p>
  4350.  
  4351.  
  4352.  
  4353. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="640" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dee-Orr-Denise-Hickam-photo.jpg" alt="Dee Orr (Denise Hickam photo)" class="wp-image-89562" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dee-Orr-Denise-Hickam-photo.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dee-Orr-Denise-Hickam-photo-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Dee-Orr-Denise-Hickam-photo-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Dee Orr (Denise Hickam photo)</figcaption></figure>
  4354.  
  4355.  
  4356.  
  4357. <p>Dee laughs as she says it’s also taught her how to be better at communicating. “I told a woman, ‘OK, put the gun on your shoulder’ and she laid it right on the top of her shoulder. I thought, ‘Yep, that&#8217;s what I told her to do.’ We just need to remember that many of these women coming to us have never touched a gun.”</p>
  4358.  
  4359.  
  4360.  
  4361. <p><strong>Syren Support</strong></p>
  4362.  
  4363.  
  4364.  
  4365. <p>Dee talks about how <a href="https://syrenusa.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Syren</a> shotguns entered the picture. “I had a friend who ran the pro staff for Syren (prior to Dee joining) and she sent some shotguns to me to try out. And of course, I loved them. It&#8217;s amazing how easily a woman can pick them up and shoot them. The grip is smaller so a woman&#8217;s hand fits better and reaches the trigger better. The gun can be seated more firmly on your whole shoulder and the recoil will be evenly distributed.”&nbsp;</p>
  4366.  
  4367.  
  4368.  
  4369. <p>The organization has three Syren shotguns for women to demo, and these guns quickly become popular. “Some of the clubs have also bought Syrens because they saw how good they are and how much the ladies like them. They bought some for rentals, so when ladies go back to that club, they can still shoot the Syren guns that they like,” said Dee.</p>
  4370.  
  4371.  
  4372.  
  4373. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1287" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Buckles-from-Syren-to-be-awarded-at-Ladies-Spring-Classic-FSCA-Honeybelles.jpg" alt="Buckles from Syren to be awarded at Ladies Spring Classic FSCA Honeybelles" class="wp-image-89558" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Buckles-from-Syren-to-be-awarded-at-Ladies-Spring-Classic-FSCA-Honeybelles.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Buckles-from-Syren-to-be-awarded-at-Ladies-Spring-Classic-FSCA-Honeybelles-224x300.jpg 224w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Buckles-from-Syren-to-be-awarded-at-Ladies-Spring-Classic-FSCA-Honeybelles-764x1024.jpg 764w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Buckles-from-Syren-to-be-awarded-at-Ladies-Spring-Classic-FSCA-Honeybelles-768x1030.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Buckles from Syren to be awarded at Ladies Spring Classic FSCA Honeybelles</figcaption></figure>
  4374.  
  4375.  
  4376.  
  4377. <p>She continued, “Syren USA has been an amazing supporter of our program, and not just by supplying loaner guns for the ladies to use at the clinics.” In 2021 Syren began sponsoring the Syren Ladies Spring Classic. In 2023, there were more than 80 participants, and even more are expected at this year’s event. It will be held on March 30, 2024, at Vero Beach Clay Shooting Sports. “Syren has generously supplied us with lots of swag to give away and beautiful trophies, buckles which we award by Lewis Class, so everyone has a chance of winning. It’s the friendliest competition you will ever find, everyone cheering each other on!” said Dee. Registration will begin on <a href="https://scorechaser.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Scorechaser</a> soon. </p>
  4378.  
  4379.  
  4380.  
  4381. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Prizes-from-Syren-for-Ladies-Spring-Classic-FSCA-Honeybelles.jpg" alt="Prizes from Syren for Ladies Spring Classic FSCA Honeybelles" class="wp-image-89557" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Prizes-from-Syren-for-Ladies-Spring-Classic-FSCA-Honeybelles.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Prizes-from-Syren-for-Ladies-Spring-Classic-FSCA-Honeybelles-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Prizes-from-Syren-for-Ladies-Spring-Classic-FSCA-Honeybelles-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Prizes from Syren for Ladies Spring Classic FSCA Honeybelles</figcaption></figure>
  4382.  
  4383.  
  4384.  
  4385. <p><strong>Final Thoughts</strong></p>
  4386.  
  4387.  
  4388.  
  4389. <p>“This program doesn&#8217;t go on without the support of the clubs and the support of the women coaches,” Dee emphasized. “They&#8217;re willing to volunteer their time to share the sport with other women. This is not a one-person show, this is a team effort.”</p>
  4390.  
  4391.  
  4392.  
  4393. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FSCA-Honeybelles-Clay-Shooting.jpg" alt="FSCA Honeybelles Clay Shooting" class="wp-image-89565" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FSCA-Honeybelles-Clay-Shooting.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FSCA-Honeybelles-Clay-Shooting-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FSCA-Honeybelles-Clay-Shooting-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4394.  
  4395.  
  4396.  
  4397. <p>The Honeybelles are happy to share what they’ve learned with anyone in the country who is interested in starting a program. The best way to contact the Honeybelles is through its <a href="https://www.facebook.com/HoneybellesFL" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Facebook page</a> as a message.</p>
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  4401. <title>5th Annual Women of the Gun a Resounding Success</title>
  4402. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/5th-annual-women-of-the-gun-a-resounding-success/</link>
  4403. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  4404. <pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2024 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
  4405. <category><![CDATA[News]]></category>
  4406. <category><![CDATA[Press Releases]]></category>
  4407. <category><![CDATA[Women's Hunting]]></category>
  4408. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
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  4410.  
  4411. <description><![CDATA[NSSF’s Project ChildSafe and the Women’s Outdoor News (The WON) hosted the 5th Annual “Women of the Gun” event on Wed., Jan. 24, in Las Vegas, Nevada, during NSSF’s annual SHOT Show convention. Here’s what happened.]]></description>
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  4413. <p>NSSF’s Project ChildSafe and the Women’s Outdoor News (The WON) hosted the 5<sup>th</sup> Annual “Women of the Gun” event on Wed., Jan. 24, in Las Vegas, Nevada, during NSSF’s annual SHOT Show convention. More than 200 attendees, representing all facets of the outdoor world, joined to celebrate the achievements of women in the shooting sports and rally around a commitment to promoting firearm safety.&nbsp;</p>
  4414.  
  4415.  
  4416.  
  4417. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1293" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Golob-Rhode-at-SHOT24.jpg" alt="Golob Rhode at SHOT24" class="wp-image-89590" style="width:840px;height:auto" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Golob-Rhode-at-SHOT24.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Golob-Rhode-at-SHOT24-223x300.jpg 223w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Golob-Rhode-at-SHOT24-760x1024.jpg 760w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Golob-Rhode-at-SHOT24-768x1034.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Two champions: Julie Golob and Kim Rhode</figcaption></figure>
  4418.  
  4419.  
  4420.  
  4421. <p>Barbara Baird, publisher of The WON, emceed the event. Baird’s digital publication works closely with Project ChildSafe to present facts, figures and personal testimonials on the need to promote safe gun storage and handling.&nbsp;</p>
  4422.  
  4423.  
  4424.  
  4425. <p>The event also marked the official kickoff of Project ChildSafe’s 25<sup>th</sup> Anniversary year, through which NSSF and Project ChildSafe will double down on the commitment to educate all gun owners on firearm safety, responsibility, and the importance of storing firearms securely when they are not in use. A hallmark of that effort is planned “National Gun Storage Check Week” during National Safety Month in June. &nbsp;</p>
  4426.  
  4427.  
  4428.  
  4429. <p>“We are more committed than ever to our core mission of educating gun owners on safe storage to keep guns out of the wrong hands,” said NSSF President and CEO Joe Bartozzi. “We may be celebrating 25 years, but Project ChildSafe’s work is just beginning.”</p>
  4430.  
  4431.  
  4432.  
  4433. <p>To underscore that point, Bartozzi showed a snippet of a brand new hunting safety video, “<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8z9H_cKNJ0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Safety is Always in Season</a>,” developed in partnership with Carbon TV. &nbsp;</p>
  4434.  
  4435.  
  4436.  
  4437. <p>The event also featured a keynote address from six-time Olympian shooter Kim Rhode, who issued a challenge to everyone in the room.</p>
  4438.  
  4439.  
  4440.  
  4441. <p>“We all know names like Serena Williams and Michael Phelps, they’re icons who define their sports, but how many people in this room right now can name the best rifle shooter in the world, male or female?” Rhode asked.&nbsp; “It’s time for our sports, and our industry, to define who these individuals are, and make them household names.”</p>
  4442.  
  4443.  
  4444.  
  4445. <p>The event, which was made possible by support from Ruger, Holosun, Hornady and Davidson’s (with additional support from Aero Precision and Crossbreed Holsters), concluded with a short presentation by Karen Butler of Shoot Like a Girl. Butler presented Project ChildSafe with her organization’s 4<sup>th</sup> Quarter “Excellence in Safety” Award.&nbsp;</p>
  4446.  
  4447.  
  4448.  
  4449. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-about-women-of-the-gun"><strong>About Women of the Gun</strong>:</h3>
  4450.  
  4451.  
  4452.  
  4453. <p>In 2016, Baird and other women from the shooting industry launched a Meet &amp; Mingle networking opportunity for women in the shooting, hunting and outdoor industry. In 2020, it merged with NSSF’s Women of the Gun reception to become a highly anticipated and popular event with female executives, industry representatives, USA Shooting Olympians, members of the media and more in attendance. To learn more, visit <a href="http://www.nssf.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">womensoutdoornews.com</a>, <a href="http://www.nssf.org">nssf.org</a>, or <a href="http://www.projectchildsafe.org" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">projectchildsafe.org</a>.</p>
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  4457. <title>Rigby Art Unveils New Limited Edition Wildlife Collection</title>
  4458. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/rigby-art-unveils-new-limited-edition-wildlife-collection/</link>
  4459. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  4460. <pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2024 08:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
  4461. <category><![CDATA[Press Releases]]></category>
  4462. <category><![CDATA[What's WONderful]]></category>
  4463. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89630</guid>
  4464.  
  4465. <description><![CDATA[London gunmaker, John Rigby &#038; Co.’s art department, Rigby Art is proud to unveil three new limited edition wildlife collection.]]></description>
  4466. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4467. <p>London gunmaker, John Rigby &amp; Co.’s art department, Rigby Art is proud to unveil three new limited edition fine art prints of a caracal wildcat, dik-dik antelope and klipspringer antelope. Crafted by Rigby artist and engraver, Geoffrey Lignon, each piece showcases the intricate details and primal instincts of the featured animals and are available to purchase exclusively from the Rigby <a href="https://www.johnrigbyandco.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">website</a>.</p>
  4468.  
  4469.  
  4470.  
  4471. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="960" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Caracal.jpeg" alt="Caracal" class="wp-image-89634" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Caracal.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Caracal-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Caracal-150x150.jpeg 150w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Caracal-768x768.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4472.  
  4473.  
  4474.  
  4475. <p><strong>“Focus” Limited edition fine art print&nbsp;</strong></p>
  4476.  
  4477.  
  4478.  
  4479. <p>Immerse yourself in the allure of &#8220;Focus,&#8221; a limited edition fine art print capturing the essence of the caracal wildcat. Artist Geoffrey Lignon&#8217;s distinctive technique, drawing against a black board with a white gel pen and pencils, brings to life the unpredictable and dangerous nature of this stunning creature. Limited to just 25 giclée prints, each A3-sized piece is hand-signed, numbered, and stamped with the Rigby logo in relief. The artwork, priced at £190, offers a unique opportunity to witness the raw intensity of the caracal&#8217;s existence.</p>
  4480.  
  4481.  
  4482.  
  4483. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="960" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/dik-dik.jpeg" alt="dik dik" class="wp-image-89636" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/dik-dik.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/dik-dik-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/dik-dik-150x150.jpeg 150w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/dik-dik-768x768.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4484.  
  4485.  
  4486.  
  4487. <p><strong>“Dik-dik” Limited edition fine art print</strong></p>
  4488.  
  4489.  
  4490.  
  4491. <p>Masterfully crafted by Geoffrey Lignon, &#8220;Dik-dik&#8221; captures the essence of the small antelope with precision and grace. Limited to 25 prints, each A4-sized giclée print is personally hand-signed and numbered by the artist, ensuring exclusivity and authenticity. The unique technique of drawing against a black board with a white gel pen and pencils highlights the remarkable survival instincts of these creatures. Priced at £120, &#8220;Dik-dik&#8221; is a testament to the harmony between art and nature.</p>
  4492.  
  4493.  
  4494.  
  4495. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="960" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Klipsrpinger.jpeg" alt="Klipsrpinger" class="wp-image-89635" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Klipsrpinger.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Klipsrpinger-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Klipsrpinger-150x150.jpeg 150w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Klipsrpinger-768x768.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4496.  
  4497.  
  4498.  
  4499. <p><strong>“Sentinel” Limited edition fine art print</strong></p>
  4500.  
  4501.  
  4502.  
  4503. <p>In &#8220;Sentinel,&#8221; Geoffrey Lignon brilliantly captures the essence of the klipspringer antelope, showcasing its ability to thrive in challenging terrain. Limited to just 25 prints, each A4-sized giclée print is hand-signed, numbered, and stamped with the Rigby logo in relief. The piece highlights the klipspringer&#8217;s pointed hooves and spiky fur coat, for which they are well recognised. Priced at £120, &#8220;Sentinel&#8221; invites art collectors to become a part of Rigby&#8217;s legacy.</p>
  4504.  
  4505.  
  4506.  
  4507. <p>Discussing his vision behind the new artworks, Rigby artist and engraver, Geoffrey Lignon commented: &#8220;With this collection, I aimed to delve into the raw beauty of these remarkable creatures, bringing their primal instincts and unique features to the forefront. Each piece tells a story of survival, grace, and the delicate balance between predator and prey.&#8221;</p>
  4508.  
  4509.  
  4510.  
  4511. <p>Each artwork comes with a certificate of authenticity and is available to purchase from the Rigby website. By purchasing any piece of Rigby Art, your name is entered into the hallowed Rigby ledger books, just like buying a Rigby gun.&nbsp;</p>
  4512.  
  4513.  
  4514.  
  4515. <p>For more information about Rigby Art, visit: www.johnrigbyandco.com&nbsp;</p>
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  4519. <title>Martha Guyas Joins International Tuna Conservation Commission</title>
  4520. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/martha-guyas-joins-international-tuna-conservation-commission/</link>
  4521. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  4522. <pubDate>Fri, 09 Feb 2024 07:54:00 +0000</pubDate>
  4523. <category><![CDATA[Fishing News & Events]]></category>
  4524. <category><![CDATA[Press Releases]]></category>
  4525. <category><![CDATA[Women's Fishing]]></category>
  4526. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89437</guid>
  4527.  
  4528. <description><![CDATA[Martha Guyas, Southeast Fisheries Policy Director for the American Sportfishing Association (ASA), was designated by the U.S. Department of State as alternate commissioner representing recreational fishing interests to the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT).]]></description>
  4529. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4530. <p>On January 31, Martha Guyas, Southeast Fisheries Policy Director for the American Sportfishing Association (ASA), was designated by the U.S. Department of State as alternate commissioner representing recreational fishing interests to the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT).</p>
  4531.  
  4532.  
  4533.  
  4534. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="909" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Guyas_Martha.jpg" alt="Guyas_Martha" class="wp-image-89441" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Guyas_Martha.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Guyas_Martha-300x284.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Guyas_Martha-768x727.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4535.  
  4536.  
  4537.  
  4538. <p>ICCAT is an inter-governmental fishery organization responsible for the conservation of tunas and tuna-like species, such as swordfish and billfish, in the Atlantic Ocean and its adjacent seas.&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://asafishing.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=05193a03eb6bedd4c85eea5df&amp;id=52622a9d55&amp;e=36de9ceeaa" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>According to a 2020 report</strong></a>, recreational fishing for these species contributes an estimated $510 million to the United States economy and supports around 4,500 jobs.</p>
  4539.  
  4540.  
  4541.  
  4542. <p>“Decisions at ICCAT often have direct implications for our community,” said Guyas. “I am honored to have the opportunity to represent recreational fishing interests as part of the United States delegation at ICCAT.”&nbsp;</p>
  4543.  
  4544.  
  4545.  
  4546. <p>“Martha’s appointment to ICCAT is a reflection of her highly respected expertise on marine fisheries issues and thoughtful approach to policymaking,” said ASA President, Glenn Hughes. “I know she is excited to get to work at ICCAT and coordinate among a wide range of recreational fishing partners to best serve the community on this important commission.”</p>
  4547.  
  4548.  
  4549.  
  4550. <p>As the voice for the sportfishing industry and the entire recreational fishing community for more than 90 years, ASA recognizes the importance of sound fisheries policy and conservation at all levels.</p>
  4551.  
  4552.  
  4553.  
  4554. <p>Martha is the second ASA staff member to serve on ICCAT. Former ASA president, Mike Nussman, served from 1993-2000.</p>
  4555.  
  4556.  
  4557.  
  4558. <p>Before joining ASA, Martha worked for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and was the FWC’s designee on the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council. She is based in Tallahassee, Florida.</p>
  4559.  
  4560.  
  4561.  
  4562. <p><strong>About The American Sportfishing Association </strong></p>
  4563.  
  4564.  
  4565.  
  4566. <p><em>The&nbsp;</em><a target="_blank" href="https://asafishing.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=05193a03eb6bedd4c85eea5df&amp;id=522162d1fe&amp;e=36de9ceeaa" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong><em>American Sportfishing Association</em></strong></a><em>&nbsp;(ASA) is the sportfishing industry&#8217;s trade association committed to representing the interests of the sportfishing and boating industries as well as the entire sportfishing community. We give the industry and anglers a unified voice when emerging laws and policies could significantly affect sportfishing business or sportfishing itself. ASA invests in long-term ventures to ensure the industry will remain strong and prosperous, as well as safeguard and promote the enduring economic, conservation and social values of sportfishing in America. ASA also gives America&#8217;s 55 million anglers a voice in policy decisions that affect their ability to sustainably fish on our nation&#8217;s waterways through&nbsp;</em><a target="_blank" href="https://asafishing.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=05193a03eb6bedd4c85eea5df&amp;id=a6f8f5fe05&amp;e=36de9ceeaa" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong><em>Keep America Fishing</em></strong></a><em>, our national angler advocacy campaign. America&#8217;s anglers generate more than $50 billion in retail sales with a $125 billion impact on the nation&#8217;s economy creating employment for 825,000 people.</em></p>
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  4570. <title>Springfield Armory® Announces Additions to  FIRSTLINE Program</title>
  4571. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/springfield-armory-announces-additions-to-firstline-program/</link>
  4572. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  4573. <pubDate>Fri, 09 Feb 2024 07:10:00 +0000</pubDate>
  4574. <category><![CDATA[Hunting Gear]]></category>
  4575. <category><![CDATA[Shooting - Guns & Gear]]></category>
  4576. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
  4577. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89515</guid>
  4578.  
  4579. <description><![CDATA[Springfield Armory® is proud to announce that FIRSTLINE, which supports those who serve both our nation and its citizens through discounts on a select line of products, has added several new firearms to the program.]]></description>
  4580. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4581. <p>Springfield Armory® is proud to announce that FIRSTLINE, which supports those who serve both our nation and its citizens through discounts on a select line of products, has added several new firearms to the program.</p>
  4582.  
  4583.  
  4584.  
  4585. <p>New to FIRSTLINE are the popular TRP<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> series of pistols, as well as the bolt-action Model 2020 Waypoint and Redline rifles. Along with these newest additions, the FIRSTLINE program also offers a wide range of firearms from the SAINT, Hellion, M1A, Echelon, Hellcat, 1911, 1911 DS Prodigy and XD families. All pistols offered through the program come with three magazines. </p>
  4586.  
  4587.  
  4588.  
  4589. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="960" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Firstline.jpg" alt="Firstline" class="wp-image-89520" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Firstline.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Firstline-300x300.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Firstline-150x150.jpg 150w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Firstline-768x768.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4590.  
  4591.  
  4592.  
  4593. <p>FIRSTLINE, open to a wide range of qualified professionals, offers this select listing of Springfield Armory firearms at discounted pricing in a simple, streamlined process. Following is a listing of those who qualify for the FIRSTLINE program:&nbsp;</p>
  4594.  
  4595.  
  4596.  
  4597. <ul>
  4598. <li><strong>Sworn Law Enforcement Officers </strong>(active and retired)</li>
  4599.  
  4600.  
  4601.  
  4602. <li><strong>EMT’s, Fire Fighters, Volunteer Fire Fighters and Paramedics</strong></li>
  4603.  
  4604.  
  4605.  
  4606. <li><strong>Military personnel including Reservists and National Guard</strong> (active and retired)</li>
  4607.  
  4608.  
  4609.  
  4610. <li><strong>Honorably Discharged Veterans</strong>&nbsp;</li>
  4611.  
  4612.  
  4613.  
  4614. <li><strong>Corrections Officers, Parole and Probation Officers</strong></li>
  4615.  
  4616.  
  4617.  
  4618. <li><strong>State Licensed Armed Security Officers employed by State-Licensed Companies</strong></li>
  4619.  
  4620.  
  4621.  
  4622. <li><strong>Commercial Pilots and Federal Flight Deck Officers&nbsp;</strong></li>
  4623.  
  4624.  
  4625.  
  4626. <li><strong>Court Judges and Prosecutors</strong>&nbsp;</li>
  4627.  
  4628.  
  4629.  
  4630. <li><strong>LE Academy Cadets&nbsp;</strong></li>
  4631. </ul>
  4632.  
  4633.  
  4634.  
  4635. <p>Unlike other comparable programs, FIRSTLINE is designed to be as simple and non-cumbersome as possible, ensuring qualified first responders can access the benefits as easily as possible. Rather than involving complicated rebates or post-purchase processes, FIRSTLINE is designed to be dealer direct with immediate discounts and offerings. Qualified users can simply visit one of nearly 200 authorized dealer locations nationwide and purchase the firearm of their choice.</p>
  4636.  
  4637.  
  4638.  
  4639. <p>“Springfield Armory is extremely proud to be able to offer these new firearms as part of this program to support America’s first responders,” says&nbsp;Phil&nbsp;Rawlings, Vice President of Sales and LE for Springfield Armory. “These brave individuals make sacrifices every day for all of us, and we want to do our part to help protect and support them.”</p>
  4640.  
  4641.  
  4642.  
  4643. <p>For more information on the FIRSTLINE program, visit <a href="https://spr-ar.com/r/5126" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://spr-ar.com/r/5126</a>.</p>
  4644.  
  4645.  
  4646.  
  4647. <p>About Springfield Armory<sup>®</sup></p>
  4648.  
  4649.  
  4650.  
  4651. <p>In 1794, the original Springfield Armory began manufacturing muskets for the defense of our young, free Republic. The Armory functioned as a firearms supplier for every major American conflict until 1968 when the government sadly closed its doors. In 1974, nearly two centuries after its inception, Springfield Armory Inc. in Geneseo, Ill. revived the iconic heritage of the Armory to carry on its legacy.</p>
  4652.  
  4653.  
  4654.  
  4655. <p>We strive to honor this responsibility as guardians of the original Springfield Armory legacy by manufacturing the highest quality firearms to enable responsible citizens to preserve their right to keep and bear arms in the defense of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.&nbsp;</p>
  4656.  
  4657.  
  4658.  
  4659. <p>With an unmatched emphasis on craftsmanship, performance and exceptional customer service, our mission is to forge superior firearms and provide the tools necessary to defend individual freedoms and equality for those who embrace the rights and principles secured by our Founding Fathers. For more information, please visit us at: <a href="http://www.springfield-armory.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">springfield-armory.com</a>. </p>
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  4663. <title>International Order of T. Roosevelt Partners with Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation</title>
  4664. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/international-order-of-t-roosevelt-partners-with-outdoors-tomorrow-foundation/</link>
  4665. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  4666. <pubDate>Thu, 08 Feb 2024 09:09:00 +0000</pubDate>
  4667. <category><![CDATA[Press Releases]]></category>
  4668. <category><![CDATA[What's WONderful]]></category>
  4669. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89476</guid>
  4670.  
  4671. <description><![CDATA[Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation has received a $100,000 grant from the International Order of T. Roosevelt to fund a partnership aimed at raising youth awareness and education about wildlife conservation.]]></description>
  4672. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4673. <p>Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation, the leading provider of outdoor skill, safety and conservation curriculum to schools nationwide, has received a $100,000 grant from the International Order of T. Roosevelt to fund a partnership aimed at raising youth awareness and education about wildlife conservation.</p>
  4674.  
  4675.  
  4676.  
  4677. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="455" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Outdoors-Tomorrow-Foundation-1.jpg" alt="Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation" class="wp-image-89485" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Outdoors-Tomorrow-Foundation-1.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Outdoors-Tomorrow-Foundation-1-300x142.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Outdoors-Tomorrow-Foundation-1-768x364.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4678.  
  4679.  
  4680.  
  4681. <p><em>“This dynamic partnership between two leading conservation organizations is an ideal match. Through it, we’ll work together to engage youth in outdoor education across the country. OTF’s Outdoor Adventures curriculum is used in schools in 48 states, making it a perfect partner for IOTR to achieve its goal of furthering wildlife conservation.”</em><em>&nbsp;</em></p>
  4682.  
  4683.  
  4684.  
  4685. <p class="has-text-align-right"><strong>Sean McLelland</strong></p>
  4686.  
  4687.  
  4688.  
  4689. <p class="has-text-align-right"><strong>Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation Executive Director</strong></p>
  4690.  
  4691.  
  4692.  
  4693. <p><em>“As the nation’s premier conservation group, The International Order of T. Roosevelt is proud to partner with Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation to reach future outdoorsmen and outdoors women. Through this partnership, we can educate the next generation about the importance of the conservation lifestyle so that we may protect our heritage well into the future.”</em></p>
  4694.  
  4695.  
  4696.  
  4697. <p class="has-text-align-right"><strong>Luke Hilgemann</strong></p>
  4698.  
  4699.  
  4700.  
  4701. <p class="has-text-align-right"><strong>IOTR Executive Director</strong></p>
  4702.  
  4703.  
  4704.  
  4705. <p>OTF operates through its Outdoor Adventures program, a fun, interactive course where students are taught lifelong skills using an integrated, 40-unit curriculum comprising math, science, writing and critical thinking skills. The 360 detailed lesson plans cover lifelong skills including angler education, archery, hunter education, boater education, orienteering, survival skills, camping, outdoor cooking, challenge courses, backpacking, mountain bike camping, paddle sports, rock climbing, shooting sports, CPR/first aid and fauna, flora and wilderness medicine.OA teachers can pick units specific to their region and local ecosystems.</p>
  4706.  
  4707.  
  4708.  
  4709. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="801" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Outdoors-Tomorrow-Foundation-3.jpg" alt="Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation 3" class="wp-image-89483" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Outdoors-Tomorrow-Foundation-3.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Outdoors-Tomorrow-Foundation-3-300x250.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Outdoors-Tomorrow-Foundation-3-768x641.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4710.  
  4711.  
  4712.  
  4713. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-about-outdoors-tomorrow-foundation-nbsp"><strong>About Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation&nbsp;</strong></h3>
  4714.  
  4715.  
  4716.  
  4717. <p>Founded in 1981 in Dallas, Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation is a public nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Schools pay just $1,000 for teachers to receive OTF’s Outdoor Adventures curriculum, training and ongoing support. For many schools, grant money offsets the cost, plus OTF offers matching funds for equipment as new schools join the program. The resulting classes can be taught as a P.E. course, local elective or with agricultural science and wildlife management. &nbsp;</p>
  4718.  
  4719.  
  4720.  
  4721. <p>OTF’s Outdoor Adventures K-12 curriculum is currently in 1200+ schools in 48 states with more than 120,000 students enrolled in the program this year. There are 40 units and 360 lessons available. More than 21 million classroom hours of Outdoor Adventure education has been taught since the program started. </p>
  4722.  
  4723.  
  4724.  
  4725. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Outdoors-Tomorrow-Foundation-2.jpg" alt="Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation" class="wp-image-89484" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Outdoors-Tomorrow-Foundation-2.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Outdoors-Tomorrow-Foundation-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Outdoors-Tomorrow-Foundation-2-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4726.  
  4727.  
  4728.  
  4729. <p>Facebook: <a href="http://ec2-100-20-220-134.us-west-2.compute.amazonaws.com/x/d?c=38832749&amp;l=4d5355dc-f804-4849-b1fa-080806320c58&amp;r=e12a906a-8e93-450d-8e94-18c06e71be29" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@outdoorstomorrowfoundation</a></p>
  4730.  
  4731.  
  4732.  
  4733. <p>Instagram: <a href="http://ec2-100-20-220-134.us-west-2.compute.amazonaws.com/x/d?c=38832749&amp;l=5e6948bb-a74f-4182-93b0-84694a1076fa&amp;r=e12a906a-8e93-450d-8e94-18c06e71be29" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@outdoorstomorrowfoundation</a></p>
  4734.  
  4735.  
  4736.  
  4737. <p>For more information on Outdoors Tomorrow Foundation, visit <a href="http://ec2-100-20-220-134.us-west-2.compute.amazonaws.com/x/d?c=38832749&amp;l=46a0055e-2d2d-4f5e-8f5a-ceabae95ae4b&amp;r=e12a906a-8e93-450d-8e94-18c06e71be29" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">gootf.com&nbsp;</a></p>
  4738.  
  4739.  
  4740.  
  4741. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-about-iotr"><strong>About IOTR</strong></h3>
  4742.  
  4743.  
  4744.  
  4745. <p>Named after the pioneer of conservation Theodore Roosevelt, the International Order of T. Roosevelt is a proactive hunting and conservation foundation focused on sustaining the North American model of wildlife conservation.&nbsp;</p>
  4746.  
  4747.  
  4748.  
  4749. <p>For more information on IOTR, visit <a href="http://ec2-100-20-220-134.us-west-2.compute.amazonaws.com/x/d?c=38832749&amp;l=3d4906d7-7b15-4054-bca2-4207c572fdd9&amp;r=e12a906a-8e93-450d-8e94-18c06e71be29" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">t-roosevelt.org</a></p>
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  4752. <item>
  4753. <title>The Best Super Bowl Appetizer: Duck Jalapeno Poppers</title>
  4754. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/super-bowl-bacon-wrapped-jalapeno-duck-poppers/</link>
  4755. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Barbara Baird]]></dc:creator>
  4756. <pubDate>Wed, 07 Feb 2024 08:38:00 +0000</pubDate>
  4757. <category><![CDATA[Cooking]]></category>
  4758. <category><![CDATA[WONderful Recipes]]></category>
  4759. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89375</guid>
  4760.  
  4761. <description><![CDATA[After her duck hunt in Arkansas, Babbs used duck breasts to create these amazing bacon-wrapped jalapeno duck poppers. Find out why they were the life of the New Year’s Eve party for a while.]]></description>
  4762. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4763. <p>If you want to impress friends and family at your next get-together when you have to bring appetizers, try these bacon-wrapped jalapeno duck poppers from executive chef and financial advisor Rob De Lessio, from “Taste of Retirement,” on YouTube.&nbsp;</p>
  4764.  
  4765.  
  4766.  
  4767. <p>First of all, I must add a disqualifier: I was not surfing for retirement information on the Internet. I searched for jalapeno duck poppers, and this was on the top search page.</p>
  4768.  
  4769.  
  4770.  
  4771. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Lori-with-mallard-drak.jpg" alt="Lori with mallard drake" class="wp-image-88725" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Lori-with-mallard-drak.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Lori-with-mallard-drak-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Lori-with-mallard-drak-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4772.  
  4773.  
  4774.  
  4775. <p>I happened to have fresh duck on hand, from an <a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/01/berettas-a400-xtreme-plus-perfect-for-ducks-and-geese/">Arkansas waterfowl hunting trip</a> with <a href="https://www.sisterhoodoutdoors.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Sisterhood of the Outdoors</a>. I like this recipe because it can be done in the oven, quickly. Also, Rob adds hoisin sauce at the end, which gives this dish an Asian twist.</p>
  4776.  
  4777.  
  4778.  
  4779. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/duck-poppers-ingredients.jpg" alt="duck poppers ingredients" class="wp-image-89387" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/duck-poppers-ingredients.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/duck-poppers-ingredients-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/duck-poppers-ingredients-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4780.  
  4781.  
  4782.  
  4783. <p>Here’s what you’ll need for the dish: </p>
  4784.  
  4785.  
  4786.  
  4787. <ul>
  4788. <li>Duck breasts</li>
  4789.  
  4790.  
  4791.  
  4792. <li>Block of cream cheese</li>
  4793.  
  4794.  
  4795.  
  4796. <li>Big jalapeno peppers (I used 18 for a block of cheese)</li>
  4797.  
  4798.  
  4799.  
  4800. <li>Bacon – not too fat or thin</li>
  4801.  
  4802.  
  4803.  
  4804. <li>Hoisin sauce</li>
  4805.  
  4806.  
  4807.  
  4808. <li>Pan with sides or foil pan</li>
  4809. </ul>
  4810.  
  4811.  
  4812.  
  4813. <p>About two hours before you prep this dish, lay out the cream cheese, so it softens. Then, you need to wash the duck breasts, and make sure to check for errant bbs. You don’t want a dental bill after dinner.&nbsp;</p>
  4814.  
  4815.  
  4816.  
  4817. <p>Assemble the ingredients, including the bacon, and start preparing. </p>
  4818.  
  4819.  
  4820.  
  4821. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="960" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/jalapeno-scraping.jpg" alt="jalapeno scraping" class="wp-image-89389" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/jalapeno-scraping.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/jalapeno-scraping-300x300.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/jalapeno-scraping-150x150.jpg 150w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/jalapeno-scraping-768x768.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4822.  
  4823.  
  4824.  
  4825. <p>First, you’ll have to clean the jalapenos. Rob recommends wearing gloves. Oh, yes. Most definitely wear gloves, or you’ll be suffering if you forget and rub your eyes later. Cut each pepper in half vertically, then use a spoon to hollow out the seeds. Rinse.</p>
  4826.  
  4827.  
  4828.  
  4829. <p>Then, you should take the duck breasts and cut them into strips.</p>
  4830.  
  4831.  
  4832.  
  4833. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/meat-on-popper.jpg" alt="meat on popper" class="wp-image-89390" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/meat-on-popper.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/meat-on-popper-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/meat-on-popper-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4834.  
  4835.  
  4836.  
  4837. <p>Pat the peppers dry. Then, take a spoonful of cream cheese, and push it into the crevice of the pepper. Be generous.</p>
  4838.  
  4839.  
  4840.  
  4841. <p>Add a strip of duck meat on top of the cheese, followed by a piece of bacon wrapped around and around the entire pepper. </p>
  4842.  
  4843.  
  4844.  
  4845. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/jalapeno-bacon-wrapped-duck-poppers.jpg" alt="jalapeno bacon wrapped duck poppers" class="wp-image-89388" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/jalapeno-bacon-wrapped-duck-poppers.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/jalapeno-bacon-wrapped-duck-poppers-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/jalapeno-bacon-wrapped-duck-poppers-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4846.  
  4847.  
  4848.  
  4849. <p>Tuck the bacon under the pepper and place it into the pan. You can try to cover the entire pepper, as I did, or be a little more lenient and let some green show through, as Rob did.</p>
  4850.  
  4851.  
  4852.  
  4853. <p>In fact, you can watch Rob in action here:</p>
  4854.  
  4855.  
  4856.  
  4857. <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
  4858. <div class="video-container"><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/-YgghmwL7Xo?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>
  4859. </div></figure>
  4860.  
  4861.  
  4862.  
  4863. <p>I took these poppers to a New Year’s Eve party, and they were long gone before the clock struck 12. And, it was extra special, because they came from a hunt with one of my friends at the party.</p>
  4864.  
  4865.  
  4866.  
  4867. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/bacon-wrapped-jalapeno-duck-poppers-on-plate.jpg" alt="bacon wrapped jalapeno duck poppers on plate" class="wp-image-89386" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/bacon-wrapped-jalapeno-duck-poppers-on-plate.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/bacon-wrapped-jalapeno-duck-poppers-on-plate-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/bacon-wrapped-jalapeno-duck-poppers-on-plate-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4868.  
  4869.  
  4870.  
  4871. <p>Nota bene: You could always throw these on the grill. And, you can substitute just about any wild meat for the duck.</p>
  4872.  
  4873.  
  4874.  
  4875. <p>Supposedly, you can freeze them, too.&nbsp;</p>
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  4878. <item>
  4879. <title>Walther PD380 – A Great Option for People with Hand Issues</title>
  4880. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/walther-pd380-a-great-option-for-people-with-hand-issues/</link>
  4881. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Nancy Keaton]]></dc:creator>
  4882. <pubDate>Tue, 06 Feb 2024 09:09:00 +0000</pubDate>
  4883. <category><![CDATA[Personal Protection]]></category>
  4884. <category><![CDATA[Personal Protection Gear]]></category>
  4885. <category><![CDATA[Shooting - Guns & Gear]]></category>
  4886. <category><![CDATA[Shooting Tips]]></category>
  4887. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
  4888. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89450</guid>
  4889.  
  4890. <description><![CDATA[Find out what happened when firearms instructor Nancy Keaton took the new Walther PD380 to the range and worked with students on loading and firing this extremely manageable concealed-carry gun.]]></description>
  4891. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  4892. <p>Walther Arms is great about being aware of the differences within its customer base and working to provide firearm options for everyone, including those who have hand issues and struggle with recoil and/or racking the slide. The Walther PD380 is Walther’s latest response to this awareness.</p>
  4893.  
  4894.  
  4895.  
  4896. <div id="ad-77116" class="ad-728x90 adsanity-728x90 aligncenter adsanity-aligncenter"
  4897. ><div class="adsanity-inner">
  4898.  
  4899. <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/ads/walther-arms-pdp-series-f-hz/"  target="_blank"><img decoding="async" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Walther-PDP-F-Series_960x90.jpg" class="no-lazy-load wp-post-image" alt="Walther Arms PDP Series F" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Walther-PDP-F-Series_960x90.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Walther-PDP-F-Series_960x90-300x31.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Walther-PDP-F-Series_960x90-768x80.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></a>
  4900. </div></div>
  4901.  
  4902.  
  4903. <p style="text-align: center;"><em>Sponsored by Walther Arms</em></p>
  4904.  
  4905.  
  4906. <p>The <a href="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2023/11/walthers-pd380-covert-carry-reimagined/">details</a> on the PD380 include the following:</p>
  4907.  
  4908.  
  4909.  
  4910. <ul>
  4911. <li>.380ACP</li>
  4912.  
  4913.  
  4914.  
  4915. <li>Steel Slide</li>
  4916.  
  4917.  
  4918.  
  4919. <li>Polymer frame</li>
  4920.  
  4921.  
  4922.  
  4923. <li>Overall length: 6.48 inches</li>
  4924.  
  4925.  
  4926.  
  4927. <li>Width: 1.24 inches</li>
  4928.  
  4929.  
  4930.  
  4931. <li>Height: 5.15 inches</li>
  4932.  
  4933.  
  4934.  
  4935. <li>Weight (empty): 20.6 ounces</li>
  4936.  
  4937.  
  4938.  
  4939. <li>9-round mags</li>
  4940.  
  4941.  
  4942.  
  4943. <li>Double action/single action</li>
  4944.  
  4945.  
  4946.  
  4947. <li>Safeties: 2 auto, 1 manual</li>
  4948. </ul>
  4949.  
  4950.  
  4951.  
  4952. <p>To begin, I always look through the manual to make sure I know how to disassemble, clean and reassemble the gun. This <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZsaTFRvA00" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">video</a> by Walther shows very clearly how to do this. You can also find other great videos at Walther PD380 <a href="https://waltherarms.com/blog/walther-pd380-training-basics-and-tips" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Basic Training and Tips</a> to help you learn more about firearms safety and <a href="https://waltherarms.com/firearms/pd380/pd380-black" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">this gun</a>, in particular.</p>
  4953.  
  4954.  
  4955.  
  4956. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Walther-PD380-in-Box.jpg" alt="Walther PD380 in Box" class="wp-image-89461" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Walther-PD380-in-Box.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Walther-PD380-in-Box-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Walther-PD380-in-Box-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4957.  
  4958.  
  4959.  
  4960. <p>After taking the gun apart, I found it simple to clean and reassemble.&nbsp;</p>
  4961.  
  4962.  
  4963.  
  4964. <p>I took it to my local indoor gun range and got to work. Right away I had a wonderful surprise – loading the magazines with ease. I normally have to use my <a href="https://www.maglula.com/product/uplula/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">UpLula</a> but I was able to load the PD380 magazines with no assistance. </p>
  4965.  
  4966.  
  4967.  
  4968. <p>The gun fit very comfortably in my hand. It shot well and my hand wasn’t hurting at all by the time I was finished. The mag release is located on the trigger guard, which is different than what I’m used to so it will take practice to utilize it quickly. The ambidextrous manual safety is another great option for shooters, and very easy to use. </p>
  4969.  
  4970.  
  4971.  
  4972. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="1280" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ammo-Testing-with-Walther-PD380.jpg" alt="Ammo Testing with Walther PD380" class="wp-image-89457" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ammo-Testing-with-Walther-PD380.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ammo-Testing-with-Walther-PD380-225x300.jpg 225w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Ammo-Testing-with-Walther-PD380-768x1024.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  4973.  
  4974.  
  4975.  
  4976. <p>I tested the Walther with three different brands of ammunition at seven yards:&nbsp;</p>
  4977.  
  4978.  
  4979.  
  4980. <p><a href="https://pmcammo.com/product/bronze-380a/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">PMC</a>, 90gr, FMJ – largest group – 5.25, Smallest group &#8211; .25, average &#8211; 2.12</p>
  4981.  
  4982.  
  4983.  
  4984. <p><a href="https://www.cci-ammunition.com/handgun/blazer/blazer_brass/4-5202.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CCI Blazer</a>, 95gr, FMJ – largest group – 6.75, Smallest group &#8211; .25, average – 2.68</p>
  4985.  
  4986.  
  4987.  
  4988. <p><a href="https://www.speer.com/ammunition/lawman/lawman_handgun_training/19-53608.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Speer Lawman</a>, 95 gr, FMJ – largest group – 4.25, Smallest group &#8211; .75, average – 2.18</p>
  4989.  
  4990.  
  4991.  
  4992. <p>I had one round that failed to fire, but a quick tap-and-rack and I was back to shooting with no other issues.</p>
  4993.  
  4994.  
  4995.  
  4996. <p>My only wish is that the gun was red-dot ready though, to allow that option for those who want it.</p>
  4997.  
  4998.  
  4999.  
  5000. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="874" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Waco-Chapter-A-Girl-and-A-Gun-Womens-Shooting-League-Tested-Walther-PD380.jpeg" alt="Waco Chapter A Girl and A Gun Women's Shooting League Tested" class="wp-image-89460" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Waco-Chapter-A-Girl-and-A-Gun-Womens-Shooting-League-Tested-Walther-PD380.jpeg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Waco-Chapter-A-Girl-and-A-Gun-Womens-Shooting-League-Tested-Walther-PD380-300x273.jpeg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Waco-Chapter-A-Girl-and-A-Gun-Womens-Shooting-League-Tested-Walther-PD380-768x699.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Waco Chapter of A Girl and A Gun Women&#8217;s Shooting League</figcaption></figure>
  5001.  
  5002.  
  5003.  
  5004. <p>Then, I wanted to get feedback from other women, and I had the perfect venue to do so. I’m the Facilitator for the Waco chapter of <a href="https://www.agirlandagun.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">A Girl and A Gun Women’s Shooting League</a>, so at our GNO (Girl’s Night Out) I invited a couple of the women to try the Walther PD380 to get their thoughts.</p>
  5005.  
  5006.  
  5007.  
  5008. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="971" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Joy-Robb-Testing-out-Walther-PD380.jpg" alt="Joy Robb shooting" class="wp-image-89458" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Joy-Robb-Testing-out-Walther-PD380.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Joy-Robb-Testing-out-Walther-PD380-297x300.jpg 297w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Joy-Robb-Testing-out-Walther-PD380-768x777.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  5009.  
  5010.  
  5011.  
  5012. <p>Joy Robb, a long-time member, asked if she could use an UpLula to load the magazine. I asked her to try it without assistance first, knowing that I had been able to load without help. When she performed the load “bare-handed,” she looked back at me in shock. “And my hands have been hurting – a lot!” she exclaimed. She had received a dog bite on her hand several months ago and it was still painful, yet she was able to easily load the magazine. I showed her the magazine release and once she knew where it was, she was able to quickly utilize it. She said the gun felt good in her hand and felt good to shoot. She had no issues with racking it either, even with her hand injury.</p>
  5013.  
  5014.  
  5015.  
  5016. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="798" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Patty-Short-Testing-out-Walther-PD380.jpg" alt="Patty Short Testing out Walther PD380" class="wp-image-89459" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Patty-Short-Testing-out-Walther-PD380.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Patty-Short-Testing-out-Walther-PD380-300x249.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Patty-Short-Testing-out-Walther-PD380-768x638.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  5017.  
  5018.  
  5019.  
  5020. <p>Next, another long-time member, Patty Short, tried it. I asked if she usually loaded magazines without assistance and she said, “No, I have arthritis.” I asked her to try anyway, and she also was surprised that she could easily load the mags without help. She shot it comfortably and had no problems racking it. After I showed her where the mag release was, she wasn’t able to easily reach it one-handed as Joy did as she has smaller hands, so she knew she would need some practice to more quickly utilize it. “That’s a cute gun,” she ended with a smile.</p>
  5021.  
  5022.  
  5023.  
  5024. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="720" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Walther-PD380_2.jpg" alt="Walther PD380_2" class="wp-image-89462" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Walther-PD380_2.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Walther-PD380_2-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Walther-PD380_2-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  5025.  
  5026.  
  5027.  
  5028. <p>This gun is a bit larger than some of the typical pocket-sized .380s, but it’s still easily concealable. The size helps make it more comfortable to shoot than the smaller ones, and we all know if it hurts to shoot it, we’re not going to practice with it like we should.&nbsp;</p>
  5029.  
  5030.  
  5031.  
  5032. <p>With the Walther PD380 you’ll <em>want</em> to practice since the magazines are so easy to load and it doesn’t hurt to shoot – as confirmed by three women with hand issues.</p>
  5033.  
  5034.  
  5035.  
  5036. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="959" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-New-Walther-PD380.jpg" alt="The New Walther PD380" class="wp-image-89470" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-New-Walther-PD380.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-New-Walther-PD380-300x300.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-New-Walther-PD380-150x150.jpg 150w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/The-New-Walther-PD380-768x767.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  5037.  
  5038.  
  5039.  
  5040. <p>Find all the information on the Walther PD380 <a href="https://waltherarms.com/pd380-black" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>.</p>
  5041.  
  5042.  
  5043.  
  5044. <p>MSRP $449.00</p>
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  5048. <title>USA Clay Target League Launches New Website Experience</title>
  5049. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/usa-clay-target-league-launches-new-website-experience/</link>
  5050. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  5051. <pubDate>Mon, 05 Feb 2024 08:31:00 +0000</pubDate>
  5052. <category><![CDATA[Press Releases]]></category>
  5053. <category><![CDATA[Shooting - Guns & Gear]]></category>
  5054. <category><![CDATA[Shooting News & Events]]></category>
  5055. <category><![CDATA[Women's Shooting]]></category>
  5056. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89301</guid>
  5057.  
  5058. <description><![CDATA[The USA Clay Target League is excited to announce the launch of its new website which encompasses all 50 state high school programs and more. ]]></description>
  5059. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  5060. <p>The <a href="https://click.agilitypr.delivery/ls/click?upn=9w0ZWyGlD0rjUIRPbOuRquwjz-2BT78i-2FOH6i9VurKUQUDJ8zBqkJtGAJ2O2TLXMD8-_xe_DC4y3DdDCeEScwRgaDHqvTLim8oSV0gPFtPOKRv1Px19o1hqnRJKKNKr0R8L1Y92uEplBwgPQdpWN4F-2BB6Dv-2FK4cB9LtzGPOp1r5Oyrs8zjMwQnEK1goMweqUT1qDegQpdylLX5HSworXcYsKR-2B6lk8beOENa1lbp12wt19IqwJ3ZUCc8cJtIzIyfRc-2B4RQWP2k2OGuwzZrJFB4cLK50LPVPW76fNaqXXwvZTMl4bpiHpbIxW5AvfGIeMypZoS2YQ9nkxhCewgZaDGN5j3WIvya37xQ5xUlb9hV1Q9QzyaBBmDGFJ1c0-2B-2B3zocLA5zanWj6pqBpk4jhSHFps7iGcMZz2wS885VgS88ujzp1G0dTReSbHHMsxjR6-2FECK6GhW344TIlTQg-2B1MVDch4ufcNQxc8D0fV1bbS-2BahlxfnxbSOIHlNUVLVdhFtAzdlEIEnm1zFRE9017dO-2BOkMgeswBZw-3D-3D" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">USA Clay Target League</a> is excited to announce the launch of its new website. The new website is part of the League&#8217;s massive new ecosystem which encompasses all 50 state high school programs as well as the League&#8217;s college and homeschool programs.</p>
  5061.  
  5062.  
  5063.  
  5064. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="912" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/USA-CLay-Target-LEague.jpg" alt="USA CLay Target LEague" class="wp-image-89305" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/USA-CLay-Target-LEague.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/USA-CLay-Target-LEague-300x285.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/USA-CLay-Target-LEague-768x730.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /></figure>
  5065.  
  5066.  
  5067.  
  5068. <p>“The League will have over 50,000 athletes and 10,000+ coaches participating on as many as 1,800 teams in 45 states this year” said John Nelson, President of the USA Clay Target League. “Such a large audience of athletes, coaches, parents, and supporters requires a state-of-the-art website that is built to provide the scores, standings, and information that audience needs, in an easy-to-use platform.</p>
  5069.  
  5070.  
  5071.  
  5072. <p>The sites have been developed to bring as many of the League&#8217;s information sources into one mobile-friendly platform as possible.</p>
  5073.  
  5074.  
  5075.  
  5076. <p>“Previously, participants and their families have needed to visit a number of websites at various times during the season.” Nelson said. “Now everyone can access rules, registration information, scores and standings, season awards, tournament information and more in one centralized location.”</p>
  5077.  
  5078.  
  5079.  
  5080. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-about-the-usa-clay-target-league"><strong>About the USA Clay Target League</strong></h3>
  5081.  
  5082.  
  5083.  
  5084. <p>The 501(c3) non-profit USA Clay Target League is the largest youth clay target shooting sport program in the nation. The League offers trap, skeet, sporting clays, and 5-stand leagues to secondary and postsecondary schools across the country.</p>
  5085.  
  5086.  
  5087.  
  5088. <p>The League is the only 100% school-approved clay target shooting sport program in America and the League’s co-ed and adaptive nature are key attractions to schools nationwide. The League is fully Title IX compliant with both male and female athletes competing on the same team. Additionally, it’s an ‘adaptive’ sport, which allows students with physical disabilities to take part.</p>
  5089.  
  5090.  
  5091.  
  5092. <p><strong>The League’s priorities are safety, fun, and marksmanship – in that order.</strong></p>
  5093.  
  5094.  
  5095.  
  5096. <p>The League is the safest sport in school, with not one reported injury since the inception of the League in 2001. Each athlete must complete firearm safety certification before participation.</p>
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  5100. <title>Behind the Scenes at the Rose Parade</title>
  5101. <link>https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/2024/02/behind-the-scenes-at-the-rose-parade/</link>
  5102. <dc:creator><![CDATA[The WON]]></dc:creator>
  5103. <pubDate>Fri, 02 Feb 2024 08:18:00 +0000</pubDate>
  5104. <category><![CDATA[Crafts]]></category>
  5105. <category><![CDATA[DIY]]></category>
  5106. <category><![CDATA[Lifestyle]]></category>
  5107. <category><![CDATA[Press Releases]]></category>
  5108. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/?p=89360</guid>
  5109.  
  5110. <description><![CDATA[Find out what happens when you have four days to decorate the Forest Service wagon for the 135th Annual Rose Parade.]]></description>
  5111. <content:encoded><![CDATA[
  5112. <p>You’re given hundreds of zip ties, thousands of seeds, bins piled with pinecones and branches, plus lots of glue and wiring. You have four days to decorate the Forest Service wagon for the 135th Annual Rose Parade.</p>
  5113.  
  5114.  
  5115.  
  5116. <p>Nervous yet? We are as we stare at the piles of vegetation gathered from forests around California.</p>
  5117.  
  5118.  
  5119.  
  5120. <p>But our small-but-mighty team did this five years ago. We’re confident we can do it again.</p>
  5121.  
  5122.  
  5123.  
  5124. <p>The finished wagon will carry Forest Service Associate Chief Angela Coleman and Regional Forester Jennifer Eberlien, along with the president of the Ad Council and chief forester of the National Association of State Foresters. And of course, Smokey Bear followed by two lines of firefighters and two pack mule trains. Lots of moving parts — and mules — to account for.</p>
  5125.  
  5126.  
  5127.  
  5128. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="320" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Rose-parade-1.jpg" alt="orest Service personnel from across the agency and volunteers sort greenery from the forest into decorations for the Forest Service wagon to be pulled in the 2024 Rose Parade. Left to right: Member of the wagon decorating team, Cheryl Laughlin, Hannah Hamilton, Mark Thibideau, Leslie Boak, Hannah Hamilton. (USDA forest Service photos)" class="wp-image-89363" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Rose-parade-1.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Rose-parade-1-300x100.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Rose-parade-1-768x256.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Forest Service personnel from across the agency and volunteers sort greenery from the forest into decorations for the Forest Service wagon to be pulled in the 2024 Rose Parade. Left to right: Member of the wagon decorating team, Cheryl Laughlin, Hannah Hamilton, Mark Thibideau, Leslie Boak, Hannah Hamilton. (USDA Forest Service photos)</figcaption></figure>
  5129.  
  5130.  
  5131.  
  5132. <p>If you’re new to the whole Rose Parade extravaganza, know that it’s been around since 1890.</p>
  5133.  
  5134.  
  5135.  
  5136. <p>According to parade organizers, more than 800,000 people converge onto Pasadena, California, to witness the Tournament of Roses events, while millions watch from all over the world.</p>
  5137.  
  5138.  
  5139.  
  5140. <p>And we’re all wondering, “Will we finish everything in time?”</p>
  5141.  
  5142.  
  5143.  
  5144. <p><strong>Float building, a team effort</strong></p>
  5145.  
  5146.  
  5147.  
  5148. <p>We’re excited to see what new crafty skill we’ll learn each morning. This is the cool stuff you wish you could fill a resume with — wiring up bins of pinecones, scavenging for red berries to hot glue to pine-bough garlands, and sticking thousands of tiny parsley flakes to Forest Service signs.</p>
  5149.  
  5150.  
  5151.  
  5152. <p>“I don’t want to forget all the sights, sounds and yes — unique smells — from the Forest Service experience at the Rose Parade,” said Hannah Hamilton, Forest Service director of strategic communications and volunteer wagon decorator.</p>
  5153.  
  5154.  
  5155.  
  5156. <p>We decorated the Forest Service wagon with clippings from the Klamath, Shasta-Trinity, Inyo, Sierra and Angeles national forests. Cedar, Douglas fir, white fir, sugar pine, manzanita, blue oak, cottonwood, willow and sage.</p>
  5157.  
  5158.  
  5159.  
  5160. <p>“There is so much sage, I think I might skip that spice next Thanksgiving,” said Hamilton. “The smell lingers, but in that wonderful, shared experience kind of way.”</p>
  5161.  
  5162.  
  5163.  
  5164. <p>Alongside Hannah, Forest Service firefighters work up garlands. The same fire crew members, who hack through forest understory and create fire breaks, now expertly tie pine boughs with pinecones and berries. Hannah and I marvel at their talents, no matter the task.</p>
  5165.  
  5166.  
  5167.  
  5168. <p>The idea for Rose Parade floats is to incorporate natural elements, like roses and sage, into the float designs. In that spirit, the Forest Service shield is filled with parsley and yellow cornflower husk. More than 200 small green zip ties attach all the bundles of branches and vegetation to the wagon. The large Smokey Bear 80th Birthday sign — thousands of black and white sesame seeds. I wonder if anyone else noticed this sign smelled like an English muffin.</p>
  5169.  
  5170.  
  5171.  
  5172. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="320" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/rose-parade-2.jpg" alt="Members of the wagon decorating team apply glue and plant material to Smokey's 80th birthday emblem. Each of the emblems attached to the mule-drawn wagon is meticulously decorated with seeds, leaves, flowers or other plant parts. (USDA Forest Service photos by Tom Stokesberry)" class="wp-image-89364" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/rose-parade-2.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/rose-parade-2-300x100.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/rose-parade-2-768x256.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Members of the wagon decorating team apply glue and plant material to Smokey&#8217;s 80th birthday emblem. Each of the emblems attached to the mule-drawn wagon is meticulously decorated with seeds, leaves, flowers or other plant parts. (USDA Forest Service photos by Tom Stokesberry)</figcaption></figure>
  5173.  
  5174.  
  5175.  
  5176. <p>On a short break, I met Abby and Annie, who will pull the Rose Parade wagon. I squealed like a 12-year-old when I pet these mule rock stars — they are shockingly soft.</p>
  5177.  
  5178.  
  5179.  
  5180. <p>Abby and Annie take it all in stride. They’re trained, like the whole herd, to be unfazed by all the sights, sounds and mule newbies like me.</p>
  5181.  
  5182.  
  5183.  
  5184. <p>Thank goodness for all the volunteers. We have the King-Demas family, who travelled here from Louisiana, Texas and Virginia for a family adventure. And Jose Quiroz, a firefighter on the Angeles National Forest. We finished the float and other preparations around 9 p.m. the night before the big parade.</p>
  5185.  
  5186.  
  5187.  
  5188. <p><strong>The big event</strong></p>
  5189.  
  5190.  
  5191.  
  5192. <p>It’s 3:45 a.m., New Year’s Day. Everyone’s on the shuttle, heading to the parade staging area. You can feel the excitement regardless of the hour. Smokey is safely on the wagon. Annie and the rest of the mules are lined up. It’s go time!</p>
  5193.  
  5194.  
  5195.  
  5196. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="320" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/rose-parade.jpg" alt="The Forest Service all-mule color guard staged on a residential street ready to join the 2024 Rose Parade. Color guard from left to right; Ken Graves, Tim Wolfbrandt, Kira Olson. (USDA Forest Service photo by Tom Stokesberry)" class="wp-image-89366" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/rose-parade.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/rose-parade-300x100.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/rose-parade-768x256.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The Forest Service all-mule color guard staged on a residential street ready to join the 2024 Rose Parade. Color guard from left to right; Ken Graves, Tim Wolfbrandt, Kira Olson. (USDA Forest Service photo by Tom Stokesberry)</figcaption></figure>
  5197.  
  5198.  
  5199.  
  5200. <p>“Smoke-y, Smoke-y, Smoke-y!” The chanting for Smokey Bear is deafening as our Forest Service wagon rounds the first main corner of the parade route. New Year’s Day is the kickoff of Smokey’s 80th birthday, and the crowd is showing the love.</p>
  5201.  
  5202.  
  5203.  
  5204. <p>“Smokey — what a symbol and still so well known. So many people singing happy birthday to Smokey Bear,” said Pacific Southwest Regional Forester Eberlien. “It just chokes me up.”</p>
  5205.  
  5206.  
  5207.  
  5208. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="320" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/rose-parade-5.jpg" alt="Left: Forest Service mule-drawn wagon on Colorado Blvd., Pasadena California, in the 2024 Rose Parade. Wagon riders pictured (left to right) are mule team driver, Jennifer Roeser, Lisa Beinschroth, Smokey Bear, Associate Chief Angela Coleman and Regan Hill of the Ad Council. Right: The Forest Service Pack String of mules on Colorado Blvd. in the 2024 Rose Parade. (USDA Forest Service Photos by Tom Stokesberry)" class="wp-image-89368" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/rose-parade-5.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/rose-parade-5-300x100.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/rose-parade-5-768x256.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Left: Forest Service mule-drawn wagon on Colorado Blvd., Pasadena California, in the 2024 Rose Parade. Wagon riders pictured (left to right) are mule team driver, Jennifer Roeser, Lisa Beinschroth, Smokey Bear, Associate Chief Angela Coleman and Regan Hill of the Ad Council. Right: The Forest Service Pack String of mules on Colorado Blvd. in the 2024 Rose Parade. (USDA Forest Service Photos by Tom Stokesberry)</figcaption></figure>
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  5211.  
  5212. <p>The crowd also expressed so much love for the Forest Service firefighters in full turnout gear and carrying the tools of the trade — Pulaskis and chainsaws.</p>
  5213.  
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  5215.  
  5216. <p>Several times the crowd joins fire prevention tech Mark Thibideau in chanting Smokey’s slogan, “Only you can prevent wildfires.”</p>
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  5219.  
  5220. <p>The&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=4tNED-2FM8iDZJQyQ53jATUbiul7CQ7FtPaQtBgjeA3KAn-2FBywC0HwBLKJ7-2B5S4wvA45y57Lz0PlVZ6-2BPJnP4aWdQcE1oqEpKW2pRlThr38R8-3DqdyW_XAqE1bivOUeWaaWO3XvevfJipYBSUFEvSsqbZKcgXapvRyRidO9plAMAddxXsKzhvQGOmOkK7TLCKL-2Ffe9t6pwnKkSp8R7Gqm1GR-2BnTHdLLZoDJbk9ymPq8bvckMmyK-2BjldwqzWWJNHdsLbyKaKbF7pv0GG-2FaNnYyc8k1kUeD-2FYUHWYYBP-2BStnb66LsRd3Lp1PzRuzung640gv5ZH0wad4JisUA-2FvT8XoBZwwKHhsAtUSqDP3Tlzk2H7x6nQc7JwN-2BESzLPvz7RQTKktSnUUTJN84kfm3qzxPEVgN-2FwYNJ8p49mZtsLldDKlyxqyCc7QRPif7dUN1VEEtnGyDIlzr-2FRmeFdcHISpgZJ8kfnBRs8-3D" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pack Stock Center of Excellence</a>&nbsp;mule packs follow Smokey Bear and the wagon. Mules often carry up to 150 pounds each, though not along the parade route. Mules like these have been helping backcountry workers and firefighters for over two centuries.</p>
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  5223.  
  5224. <p>By the time we’re done, we’ve covered just under nine miles, passing packed stands of cheering people and children high fiving our firefighters. After all that crowd energy, we are amped to start prepping everything for the next Forest Service Rose Parade float in five years. We vow to meet up with everyone again, to celebrate Smokey’s 85th birthday.</p>
  5225.  
  5226.  
  5227.  
  5228. <p>From the get-go Associate Chief Coleman said, “This is a dream come true to be in the Rose Parade. I might get emotional.”</p>
  5229.  
  5230.  
  5231.  
  5232. <p>From the outpouring of support, I see why. Thank you, Rose Parade crowd!</p>
  5233.  
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  5235.  
  5236. <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="960" height="320" src="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/USDA-smokey-the-bear.jpg" alt="The decorating team for the 2024 Rose Parade shows off their handiwork in front the Angeles National Forest Supervisor's Office. (USDA Forest Service photo)" class="wp-image-89367" srcset="https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/USDA-smokey-the-bear.jpg 960w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/USDA-smokey-the-bear-300x100.jpg 300w, https://www.womensoutdoornews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/USDA-smokey-the-bear-768x256.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The decorating team for the 2024 Rose Parade shows off their handiwork in front the Angeles National Forest Supervisor&#8217;s Office. (USDA Forest Service photo) </figcaption></figure>
  5237.  
  5238.  
  5239.  
  5240. <p><strong>More to see</strong></p>
  5241.  
  5242.  
  5243.  
  5244. <p>For more images from the New Year&#8217;s Day 2024 at the Rose Parade — featuring the Region 5 Pack Stock Center of Excellence and Smokey Bear celebrating his 80th birthday:&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
  5245.  
  5246.  
  5247.  
  5248. <ul>
  5249. <li><a target="_blank" href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=4tNED-2FM8iDZJQyQ53jATUbiul7CQ7FtPaQtBgjeA3KAgO02oOUOUM2tHuQ9laTTNMBPMYo9Sqclu4qq5H6avRAZQMVW3KnLRlkuZTJZcgzI-3DNwdE_XAqE1bivOUeWaaWO3XvevfJipYBSUFEvSsqbZKcgXapvRyRidO9plAMAddxXsKzhvQGOmOkK7TLCKL-2Ffe9t6pwnKkSp8R7Gqm1GR-2BnTHdLLZoDJbk9ymPq8bvckMmyK-2BjldwqzWWJNHdsLbyKaKbF7pv0GG-2FaNnYyc8k1kUeD-2FYUHWYYBP-2BStnb66LsRd3Lp1PzRuzung640gv5ZH0wadyVAbqHqmX0Y2i4TrBUkMJTslF-2Bg5-2BmfOHTISqKfRZ1w4EQdW9nXK1cErrn0sITSGEFYra-2F44r9nW5TqwH-2BlY-2BlFod-2BC6kuHsnSelTpZ7FmfkXqiQ-2FKlTm-2BVpGtgZdyzKb-2BdJbh6flDdvaVfzVVH74o-3D" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong><em>All Things Forest Service Rose Parade | 2024&nbsp;</em></strong></a><em>&nbsp;</em></li>
  5250.  
  5251.  
  5252.  
  5253. <li><a target="_blank" href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=4tNED-2FM8iDZJQyQ53jATUYQd1lZ4XSq6Wy3iM1Apz8Yozp1St4m4oMDrzQW5ftMDKCzqlVq0jR3vsiIdd-2FLi4jHHUpcFWwWYAa7rU90puBg-3D4N_4_XAqE1bivOUeWaaWO3XvevfJipYBSUFEvSsqbZKcgXapvRyRidO9plAMAddxXsKzhvQGOmOkK7TLCKL-2Ffe9t6pwnKkSp8R7Gqm1GR-2BnTHdLLZoDJbk9ymPq8bvckMmyK-2BjldwqzWWJNHdsLbyKaKbF7pv0GG-2FaNnYyc8k1kUeD-2FYUHWYYBP-2BStnb66LsRd3Lp1PzRuzung640gv5ZH0wadylGCNcjmK15DlY2Rm5nHyxgdigFNROzVjNOlvMpvVw0TOS4B4nj36k4aaEfaDqeJpGnSvyUXfzQ3s1acY1a2gVNePuu0eI4DQiG2XEq9u8wfaTM2kcqGdw7ivO7H4zIJEHB1kO-2BagArcFipy35vWT0-3D" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong><em>Rose Parade 2024 | Flickr</em></strong></a></li>
  5254.  
  5255.  
  5256.  
  5257. <li><a target="_blank" href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=4tNED-2FM8iDZJQyQ53jATUTPvhRKMiRtNkT-2BDOWHhIUfqvTnXaLO05qTT0SCy12Mprrauh0tQmfot1v9FtNUvs5220Fi4SSJ7pJDKk3t5q0cp3jvPck7NDUknIsxEuKdx2VdR5z2O-2ByIZhJ5CgrWW4s3g6odQHSEnNQ97L3o70iUQe0raJYaYdj1gkuTh3I-2FgUmgRU5QPmiYA6WV5VeMseAay4JrEiheRP1KyjFjNDywyS4eab2dk2TacJivgjPjXzHY-2FSYhc-2BwtVWq1StyHY1vyWyhF6vcHtmZ-2Frnd9wrYycYY71YsCtRxZPz3LCQo-2FVWAkECgU-2BTk-2Bm55GtbUiSorZTDbZ6LVjnHFToRLVyHRTALY3tSVn5sBCXXUxLHNPJSr-2FbLfT8kn4dFIvOFLK-2FdS86-2B7A-2B33FbezuGnXIXNTRvcyIRgoNzp14hemT7YTh8Sa-2B7TKRkbayDZ06aqqw1FBOeTz6RYUu6-2BCmb8WiBHETOPqnA3AUoAuh0a-2FxbiOQTZerxK7y6i26YKdvgioSgi2s3Bure1CWKCWR3MZTHsBhkn05lJ-2Fj72-2F6lRc41RKTOfm54pvTJnNzX58RhCcN4Lg-3D-3DQtDY_XAqE1bivOUeWaaWO3XvevfJipYBSUFEvSsqbZKcgXapvRyRidO9plAMAddxXsKzhvQGOmOkK7TLCKL-2Ffe9t6pwnKkSp8R7Gqm1GR-2BnTHdLLZoDJbk9ymPq8bvckMmyK-2BjldwqzWWJNHdsLbyKaKbF7pv0GG-2FaNnYyc8k1kUeD-2FYUHWYYBP-2BStnb66LsRd3Lp1PzRuzung640gv5ZH0wad5gVLXGwWJs3d9rF3CZzlJWsJzNrHe5mfgRAmjXRDGEkRmioJEx0DruOcxQV-2Fu1VG2DySPG1cgEwxxZ65nYmGBPbb183tYs2aw4MWi9P2R1vIrldVWemcKcmJu0LSKmygrAqANKJhkke418RjZbJkfc-3D" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong><em>KTLA TV Coverage</em></strong></a><strong><em>&nbsp;</em></strong>(See Forest Service and Smokey Bear at 1:11:35 marker)&nbsp;</li>
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