We’re delighted to include the introduction to the Women of the Gun’s quarterly newsletter. The Women of the Gun reception is co-hosted by the National Shooting Sports Foundation and “Women’s Outdoor News” at SHOT Show, and throughout the year, we keep apprised of the accomplishments of women in the outdoor industry. If you want to find out more about these women – where they’re going and what they’ve been doing – this is the newsletter you need to sign up for today. ~ Barbara Baird, publisher, The WON
It’s been a busy start to the year! We kicked things off with SHOT Show®, the true Super Bowl for NSSF® and the shooting sports and outdoor industries. A big part of SHOT Show for us is the annual “Women of the Gun” reception, and as you’ll see in the article below, this year’s event — our 7th annual — just might have been our best ever.
Our first newsletter of the new year also has valuable information on how you can help emphasize the importance of secure firearm storage in vehicles. Ask anyone in law enforcement and they’ll tell you that thefts of firearms from vehicles is one of their biggest challenges today in their communities. We have several resources for you to help champion the message of secure vehicle storage, so please share these with your neighbors, on social media and with your students and customers. Together, we can all do our part to make our communities safer.
Looking ahead, March is Women’s History Month, and we’d love to work with you to help tell your stories. If you’d like to help with a blog or a social media post, please contact us.
Finally, along with our news and updates on the achievements of women in the industry, we’re excited to include a new section of the newsletter: “Programs for Women,” where we highlight opportunities for classes, education and other experiences exclusively for women.
Thanks as always for your support — and here’s to a great 2026!
One of the most inspiring moments of SHOT Show 2026 was the 7th Annual “Women of the Gun” reception, which brought together nearly 250 attendees to celebrate the contributions of women in the industry, highlight the importance of Project ChildSafe and network with other women leaders in the industry.
Keynote speaker and Assistant U.S. Attorney General for Civil Rights Harmeet K. Dhillon emphasized the importance of defending civil rights, including the Second Amendment, while Julie Golob and NSSF President and CEO Joe Bartozzi shared heartfelt remarks of thanks and empowerment.
Read about more of the women being celebrated in this quarter’s Women of the Gun newsletter.
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The Women's Outdoor News, aka The WON, features news, reviews and stories about women who are shooting, hunting, fishing and actively engaging in outdoor adventure. This publication is for women, by women. View all posts by The WON
