In this featured post, Rogue Preparedness talks about the importance of collecting and storing water for emergencies.

Michelle Cerino already interchanges between two Springfield Armory Hellcats for concealed carry. Find out why she’s happy about the company’s recent upgrades.

Becky Yackley runs through an extensive list in “Predator Hunting Part #2.” Use this list to get ready for predator hunting in your state.

The Casting for Recovery (CfR) Board of Directors, during their annual retreat, has selected a new executive director. After an extensive national search, Susan Gaetz was tapped to fill the role. Susan has 24 years of experience with the organization.

Renowned competitive shooter Jessie Harrison has once again demonstrated her exceptional skill and dedication, emerging victorious at the highly competitive USPSA National Championships.

Babbs takes the Taurus TH45 for some 5-5-5 practice. Find out what she thinks about this new gun, chambered in .45 ACP.

Babbs and the grands make bubble art pictures, which look, strangely enough, like nuclear test photos.

Michelle Cerino took Donna Anthony’s Off Body (Purse/Bag) Conceal Carry Course online. Find out why she recommends it so highly.

The incredible lineup of instructors with hands-on training, inspirational sessions, time for fellowship and seriously great prizes sent attendees home plugged-in, recharged & energized!

Customers who purchase select Springfield Armory handguns will qualify to receive three additional magazines and a Springfield Armory dual pistol bag with the Crossed Cannon™ logo. 

Julie Golob tells us how she relates to fellow champion shooter Vera Koo’s life in this video review of Vera’s book ‘Wisdom and Things.’

Becky Yackley breaks it down so that you may further understand the construction of optic reticles and why it matters to your hunting or personal defense use, using Crimson Trace products.

Our publisher expounds on a recent report that indicates female participation in the world of fishing is trending upward, real fast.

Syren pro-shooter and shotgun instructor Kate Ahnstrom gives you the break-down of how to prepare for upcoming dove, duck and upland seasons and why a Syren Waterfowler is the perfect choice.

Avery Skipalis covers the benefits of pistol red dots and how it can improve your shooting skills in this quick video.

The Survival Mom is a small woman in her fifties, a nurse, a wife, a mother of four adult kids, and a grandmother to two grandsons. Find out why she learned to ride a motorcycle.

With hunting seasons fast approaching, Nancy Keaton checks in with hunting professional and Ruger pro-staffer Kristy Titus, and gets valuable advice regarding hunting.

Anna has had a major shift in her attitude about gardening during the past year, and she attributes this change to the book, “A Woman’s Garden,” by Tanya Anderson. She writes, “This single book took everything I felt about plants and completely turned my thoughts upside down.” Find out more about this book and how it changed this teenager’s life for the better.

Each month, CfR highlights a health and wellness volunteer who serves one of their many programs, including psychosocial facilitators, medical facilitators, nutritionists and more. This month meet Pam Sasser.

If you’re the kind of person who hears “Take a hike, pal!” and gets excited, have we got a list for you!

Jackie Richardson takes advantage of the summer’s heat and bounty of tomatoes, whipping up the best venison tomato pie for dinner.

Vera Koo visits the Chelsea Garden Show in London. Along with learning more about this historical event, we also find out more about Vera’s philosophy of aging and traveling.

Michelle Cerino captures a snapshot of ongoing and devastating issues of mental health and suicide and simultaneously highlights the preventative safety efforts of individuals and business entities alike.

With Tropical Storm Idalia aiming for Florida, recreational boat owners should prepare for storm surge, high winds and rain. BoatUS offers a three-step game plan and free storm planning information for boaters and marinas.

Our Babbs switches from the 12-inch SilencerCo Salvo to an 8-inch version, and attaches it to another personal defense shotgun that would work well for business use.

Anna decided to use her lovely roses to make rose water. Find out why she likes the results.

Julie Park completed Level 3 of FASTER CO with her Walther PDP-F series. Find out what FASTER CO is, and why she was moved to tears during this important safety training experience.

One of the big perks of being an outdoor writer is that you get stuff early to try out, and Michelle Cerino appreciated receiving Rangefinding Binoculars and Laser Rangefinders from Crimson Trace, and also, put them right to work on a ladies prairie dog hunt in Wyoming last June.

Author Robert Montgomery adds another children’s book to his credit, with “Cindy Sue and the Lunker Club.”

Find out what Angie Perry thinks about the new PSE Uprising Compound Bow, offered by Pyramyd Air, and why she’s looking forward to hunting with it this coming season.

Babbs takes the Ruger New Model Super Blackhawk out for a test on the range. It’s Ruger’s new .44 Rem Mag version, and it’s meant for personal protection and for hunting.

In this featured post, Morgan Rogue of Rogue Preparedness covers prepper meal ideas that can easily be made from pantry storage items.

Michelle Cerino took “Image Based Decision Drills” online with Shelley Hill. Find out what she liked about it, how it pertains to personal defense and why she’s going to sign up for more training with Shelley. 

Paige Baird reviews the Elegear double sleeping pad, and would take it out again and again on camping trips. Find out why.

Avery Skipalis presents a quick video on things to consider before purchasing a firearm.
 

Reap the rewards of angling with a few panfish in the fryer, others put back to fight again.

Michelle Cerino checks in with Gary Quesenberry, author of the “Spotting Danger” situational awareness book series, for his top five safety tips for college students.