Foraging is as much an art as it is a science. You must know and understand the plants in your area that are safe and nutritious to eat. Making a mistake about which plants are edible can, at best, leave you with an inedible mess. At worst, you can jeopardizeRead More →
One of the great issues I have always had with concealed carry permits and licenses is the absence of any requirement for continuing education, training, and practice in most states. Shooting skills are not innate or ingrained. They must be learned to become proficient and practiced to retain that proficiency.Read More →
Many of us dream about the possibility. Imagine heading out to your private gun range where you can practice your shooting skills any time. For those fortunate enough to live in rural areas with enough space, this may be a simple matter. However, for urban dwellers, it becomes a bitRead More →
For men, carrying a concealed firearm doesn’t present many problems. The most popular method of concealed carry for most men is an inside-the-waistband holster. While this works great when wearing trousers, most women’s fashions don’t lend themselves very well to a waistband holster for concealed carry. However, there are manyRead More →
Preparedness has become front-page news. Weather-related disasters and man-made factors have made many of us more aware of the need to prepare for unforeseen circumstances. Once we have planned for the “big three” – water, food, and shelter – our attention usually turns to power. For many, the question becomesRead More →
For many of us, the concept of a desert region doesn’t fit the true definition. Mention a desert to some, and the image of the great Sahara desert in Africa comes to mind. However, the concept of miles and miles of huge wind-blown dunes devoid of any kind of lifeRead More →
I am seeing more and more women becoming gun owners and deciding to get their concealed carry licenses. These new women gun owners are typically full of questions and eager to learn. Unlike many men who see themselves as experts in the firearms field, most women who are new toRead More →
For many years, finding a concealed carry pistol was a bit of a challenge. I carried a Springfield Armory pistol chambered in 40 caliber for many years. I must admit that it was bulky and often uncomfortable. Yet, I liked how it shot and was content to live with theRead More →
If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, the Glock must be overjoyed with the introduction of the Palmetto State Armory Dagger Pistol. The PSA Dagger is almost a dead knock-off of the Glock 19, one of the most popular Glock guns on the market. The imitation is so goodRead More →
Illuminated reticle scopes are a comparatively new phenomenon out there. The advances in know-how, the introduction of higher batteries, and LED mild sources have became greater the variety of scopes accessible with illuminated reticles. The problem dealing with many shooters who wish to transfer to an illuminated reticle scope isRead More →