Gone are the days of considering one’s senior years as a time spent sitting on the front porch in a rocking chair, watching the world go by – especially if you are Vera Koo. Find out why Vera competes in the Huntsman World Senior Games.

The Complete Combatant’s Shelley Hill talks to her friend who used to live a more casual and carefree lifestyle, until someone poked around in her dresser drawers while she was showering.

In the second of the series on “Becoming A Collegiate Competition Shooter,” Kennison Thomason describes her journey from gymnast to competitive shooter and coach. 

It may be hot on the range, but you can still train safely. Michelle Cerino runs through tried-and-true tips for hot weather and firearm training.

The Complete Combatant, aka Shelley Hill, presents the pros and cons of striking an assailant if you feel threatened. She also includes sage advice from her husband and business partner, trainer and coach Brian Hill.

Vera Koo never slowed down after she retired. Find out what this amazing former pro-shooter is doing with life now.

Syren pro-staffer and shotgun instructor Kate Ahnstrom explains the nitty gritty of shotgun pellet penetration versus pattern density. After reading this instructive piece, you’ll want to double check your own shotgun to see how it’s performing.

Michelle Cerino puts Springfield Armory’s Kuna pistol through its paces for the first time. She may trick it out a bit and run some PD ammo through it in the future, but for now, she’s very happy with how it’s running.

The Complete Combatant’s Shelley Hill gives us a good description of what to look for in predators, and the two types especially – Process and Resource. Learn the difference and prepare to act accordingly.

Michelle Cerino reminds us of the National Shooting Sports Foundation’s Gun Storage Check Week, which is the first week in June, and about various methods of safe gun storage.

Syren Savvy kicks off a three-part series on collegiate shotgun athletes and how they made it to this level of competition, and what they envision for their futures. Emily Miller will be a senior at Ft. Hays State University, and is a new Syren ambassador.

The Complete Combatant’s Shelley Hill finishes the 4-part series on Reactionary Zones with aplumb. Find out why you should think about the unthinkable: what to do when there’s maybe a half-second to make a choice to defend your life. Worth the few minutes of your time to read.

Vera Koo, former professional action pistol shooter has another side, a facet to her life, which includes being a lover of the arts and theater. In this round-up post, Michelle Cerino reminds us of where Vera’s been – from Broadway to an art museum. Michelle takes away valuable advice from Vera, who is an icon and a sage.

Our publisher, Babbs, spent time onsite at the Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife Museum in Springfield, Missouri, recently, watching Boone and Crockett Club official measurers confirm scores of magnificent trophies that will be on display in the museum from May through July.

Michelle Cerino rounds up several past posts by Vera Koo surrounding her openness to new experiences, including windsurfing and zombie hunting.

Syren pro-staffer and shotgun instructor Kate Ahnstrom walks you through how to choose the best shooting eye pro you can afford, and why.

Michelle Cerino received a Springfield Armory Kuna shortly before its release date. Find out why she’s looking forward to taking this one to the range soon.

Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the launch of the Kuna™ 9mm pistol, a fierce personal defense platform.

Our publisher and her daughter went to this year’s National Pheasant Fest and Quail Classic. It was their first time to attend, and it did not disappoint. Find out what they saw.

Shelley Hill, of The Complete Combatant, moves onto the next part in the series on Reactionary Zones – the least amount of time. Find out how to plan for this occurrence, which Shelley says demands explosive action.

Michelle Cerino gives us tips for using a 9mm carbine for home defense, something she’s interested in since acquiring a Springfield Armory SAINT Victor in 9mm.

Meet three new shotgun competitors on Syren’s elite ambassador team. Find out what more about each of these inspiring women, and why they choose Syren for success.

Vera Koo explains how she conquered the fear of public speaking while at SHOT Show this year.

Babbs compiles and adds to shed hunting success tips. From South Carolina to Montana and farther West, experienced female shed hunters share their tips.

In part 2 of her instructive Reactionary Zones series, The Complete Combatant’s Shelley Hill gives us tips to operate with when SOME time is available in a threatening situation. It’s not a lot of time, just seconds, and demands quick thinking.

Move over Chevy Chase. Vera Koo’s family vacations contain harrowing events, heart-warming times together and travel to exotic locations.

She didn’t want to want it, but Michelle Cerino really likes the new Springfield Armory Echelon 4.0C and might just have to add this one to her firearms collection.

Babbs takes the Rossi Brawler to the local dump, and extols the virtues of this single action, one-shot wonder fun gun.

The Complete Combatant’s Shelley Hill kicks off part one of a four-part series on Reactionary Zones, with the MOST time you can expect for reacting to a threat.

Syren pro-staffer Kate Ahnstrom is no novice when it comes to planning and hosting fundraisers using shotgun sports. Find out tips and tactics for creating the perfect fundraiser in your community.

Beginning February 1st, customers who purchase any new Springfield Armory® SAINT® rifle or Hellion™ bullpup will qualify to receive a “Gear Up” package worth up to $250.