A Girl & A Gun (AG & AG) is a club established by women shooters for women shooters. Our training program is hosted at hundreds of ranges nationwide and we have virtual and destination events, too! Whether you are a defender, competitor, or just want a casual, fun night out at the range with the girls, A Girl & A Gun is for YOU!
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AL - Chattahoochee Valley
Facilitator: Leigh Deaton (334) 430-0560 Welcome to AG&AG Chattahoochee Valley Chapter. I’m Leigh Deaton, the chapter’s Facilitator. I’m a military wife, mother to three adult children, and a G-mama to 2 beautiful granddaughters. While I grew up around firearms, it wasn’t until 2018 that I became actively involved with firearms…
AL - Lake Martin
Facilitator: Jodie McGirt (334) 202-1730 Growing up I was a competitive gymnast, cheerleader and outdoor enthusiast and enjoyed being part of a team. During this time I taught dancing, gymnastics and swimming to develop my work ethic and leadership skills. I graduated college with a degree in Exercise Science in…
AR - Berryville
Facilitator: Anne Woodshank(815) 481-5841 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
AR - Hot Springs
Facilitator: Staci Claunch (501) 617-9987 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
AR - Little Rock
Facilitator: Tricia Atkins(775) 217-3901 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
AZ - Prescott
Facilitator: Penny Johnston (909) 816-0414 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
CA - High Desert
Facilitator: Julie Faris (760) 455-0989Julie Faris is a leader, mentor, motivator, dreamer, and philanthropist. It is her calling to share her experience and enthusiasm with others. Starting her own firearms journey only eight years ago through an NRA Women on Target program, Julie is now one of the premier firearms…
CA - Inland Empire
Facilitator: Teri Patterson (909) 553-6740 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
CA - Riverside
Facilitator: Dawn Hopson-Powell (562) 824-8858 Our Upcoming Eventscalendar coming soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
CA - San Diego
Facilitator: Dakota Adelphia (619) 629-3344 I grew up close to Chicago in a home without guns. My dad is an army veteran - but never owned a gun himself. We always had big guard dogs, and he never thought about getting a firearm for our home. However, safety and awareness…
CA - San Marcos
Facilitator: Jan Jenkins (619) 786-6225 I am a retired CFO, Wife, Mom, Grand Ma and Great Grand Ma. I love to Jeep, Camp, shoot, watch football and hang out with family and friends. I also do a lot of community volunteer work that I find very rewarding. I love AGAG…
CA - Sierra Foothills
Facilitator: Karen Cose (530) 272-2465 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
CA - South Bay
Facilitator: Alma Higuera (909) 969-1314 I am the Lead Instructor for 7th Souls Firearms Training. I am a USCCA Certified instructor as well as an NRA Range Safety Officer. I love sharing and empowering other women to be responsible gun owners and feel great about themselves. Our Upcoming Events Our…
CO - Aurora
Facilitator: Carla Bynon (303) 726-3800 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
CO - Cedaredge
Facilitator: Gloria Good (307) 413-2565 In 2015 my brother was murdered. The lady he was with had a gun beside her, well within her reach. She never reached for it and watched as the gunman made sure Alan took two final shots to the head. She did not go for…
CO - Centennial
Facilitator: Carla Bynon (303) 726-3800 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
CO - Colorado Springs
Facilitator: Julie Park (304) 919-0390I was born in South Korea, but grew up in Canada near the Rocky Mountains, and am currently enjoying living in the beautiful state of Colorado. My husband and I have homeschooled our five kids for the past 19 years and counting! 8 years ago, an…
CO - Grand Junction
Facilitator: Sandi Veitch (970) 901-3757 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
CO - Lakewood
Facilitator: Barb Miller (303) 346-5733 I have been shooting for 35 years, more hard core for the last 6 years. I have a passion for firearms, all kinds, and for teaching firearm safety. I have a nice collection of "little black guns" (as my husband says!), shotguns, and rifles. My…
CO - Littleton
Facilitator: Barb Miller (303) 346-5733 I have been shooting for 35 years, more hard core for the last 6 years. I have a passion for firearms, all kinds, and for teaching firearm safety. I have a nice collection of "little black guns" (as my husband says!), shotguns, and rifles. My…
CO - Montrose
Facilitator: Wendy Brittell (970) 249-9008 Wendy grew up in a household that had firearms, but not encouraged to shoot. In 1993, she joined the military where she spent 10 years as a Hospital Corpsman. In 2003, she experienced a traumatic event with a firearm. At that time, she didn’t know…
CO - Northern
Facilitator: Peggy Houchin (970) 227-6856 I live in Loveland, Colorado, which is at the base of the Rocky Mountains and have lived here for over 40 years. I am an NRA Certified Pistol & Rifle Instructor as well as an NRA Certified Range Safety Officer. I teach Basic Firearms classes,…
CT - Central
Facilitator: Gabby Marra (475) 209-2545 Like a lot of girls, Gabby got her start when an ex-boyfriend took her to the gun range. She was nearly an instant addict to the thrill of shooting…not to mention, the precision aspect pleased her OCD-tendencies. When that relationship ended, she found herself in…
CT - Hartford
Facilitator: Jenny Hamilton(860) 878-5305 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
FL - Broward County
Facilitator: Erica Brown (954) 228-9165browardagag@gmail.com Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
FL - DeLand-Daytona
Facilitator: Gina Manning (386) 804-0678 Greetings- My name is Gina Manning. I am a long time resident within Volusia County and have served the State of Florida and Volusia area my entire tenure as a state law enforcement officer, 30 years. I learned about AG & AG at a local…
FL - Flagler County
Facilitator: Kathleen Robinson (386) 931-2116 Hi I'm Kathleen from Palm Coast, FL! As a policeman's daughter, we've had guns in our home since I was born, but it wasn't until I was at the age of 18, that I learned to shoot my first rifle and shotgun. Many (many) years…
FL - Gainesville
Facilitator: Michelle Pickett (352) 494-4774 Michelle is a USCCA Certified Instructor; and an NRA certified instructor, having received training from some of the leading instructors in our industry for self defense tactics & situational awareness in six vigilance. If you watch you will see that even as an avid shooter…
FL - Jacksonville
Facilitator: Eliza Partington (850) 766-7952 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
FL - Lakeland
Facilitator: Melanie Davis (863) 651-4114 Melanie Davis is the owner/instructor of Fight Until the Finish - Personal Safety & Firearms Training For Women. She is a former crime prevention specialist and deputy sheriff with the Polk County Sheriff's Office; under the leadership of Sheriff Grady Judd. She holds a Bachelor's…
FL - Nassau
Facilitator: Kelli Akers (614) 284-2911 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
FL - Nature Coast
Facilitator: Sue Wasserman (352) 300-0890 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
FL - North Brevard
Facilitator: Gretchen Laiuppa (321) 759-3341I am a U.S. Air Force wife and very proud of it. I am a teacher. I have a BS in Biology and a BA in Spanish, and a Master in teaching English as a Second Language. My hobbies consist of scrapbooking, biking, and having fun.…
FL - Orlando
Facilitator: Gretchen Laiuppa (321) 759-3341I am a U.S. Air Force wife and very proud of it. I am a teacher. I have a BS in Biology and a BA in Spanish, and a Master in teaching English as a Second Language. My hobbies consist of scrapbooking, biking, and having fun.…
FL - Pinellas
Facilitator: Fifi Raymond (727) 209-7292 I am a single mom of 2 beautiful daughters. I have been a firearm owner for the last 5 years. I recently began my career as an instructor and find that I love teaching and empowering women to do the same. I'm a Finance Exec…
FL - Sarasota
Facilitator: Shannon Mauldin (808) 354-4442 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
FL - Space Coast
Facilitator: LuAnn Moyer (321) 961-5947Welcome to the A Girl & A Gun Space Coast Chapter! My name is LuAnn and I am the Facilitator for our chapter and am here to answer any of your questions. I found AG & AG when the a new gun range opened near my…
FL - Tallahassee
Facilitator: Eve Haney (850) 321-5010Locke and I have 4 children and 5 grandchildren. I shoot USPSA, Steel Challenge and 3 gun. My major interest in firearms started with a major life incident that resulted in me knowing that I had to be able to defend myself and my family. I…
FL - Tampa
Facilitator: Rose Doyle (813) 751-7299 Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
FL - Treasure Coast
Facilitator: Debbie Donahue (772) 240-1377Debbie Donahue is the Facilitator of the Treasure Coast Chapter! Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
GA - Atlanta (Canton)
Facilitator: Angela Stover (404) 992-4360 Angela Stover is an NRA Certified Pistol Instructor and U.S. Law Shield instructor. Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
GA - Flowery Branch
Facilitator: Karen Whitlock (770) 967-4444 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
GA - Gwinnett-Barrow
Facilitator: Kathy Rioux (404) 375-6953 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
GA - Marietta
Facilitator: Angela Stover (404) 992-4360 Angela Stover is an NRA Certified Pistol Instructor and U.S. Law Shield instructor. Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
GA - Northwest
Facilitator: Lanie Coulter (423) 595-4898 Lanie’s love of firearms started at a young age when her grandfather taught her to shoot. She then began shooting skeet with her cousins behind her dad’s tool shed. In 2003, she became very involved with the NWTF Pigeon Mountain Chapter Women in the Outdoors…
GA - Savannah
Facilitator: Louisa Cate (912) 257-5310 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
GA - Stephens County
Facilitator: Harriett Williams (706) 499-8004harri@thewomensarmory.com Harriett is the facilitator of the Stephens County, GA chapter. She is the owner and lead instructor with The Women’s Armory, providing firearms training focused on women. Being an NRA and RangeMaster Certified Pistol instructor and an NRA Chief Range Safety Officer has provided Harriett…
GU - Chalan Pago
Facilitator: Deborah Reyes (671) 898-8914 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
HI - Maui
Facilitator: Christy Kajiwara Gusman (808) 870-3219 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
IA - Davenport
Facilitator: Marion Lapointe (563) 424-1812 Marion LaPointe is the Facilitator of the Davenport, IA Chapter. She is a Certified Pistol Instructor. Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
IA - Sioux City
Facilitator: Tiffani Smith (712) 898-4275 Tiffani Smith is a certified pistol instructor. Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
ID - McCall
Facilitator: Karyn Janiak (512) 657-9115 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
ID - Sun Valley
Facilitator: Tara Bell (208) 309-5900 Our Upcoming Eventscalendar coming soon! Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
ID - Treasure Valley
Facilitator: Sarah VanAcker (208) 576-4867 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
IL - Chicago
Facilitator: Deborah Lind (708) 372-4026 Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
IL - McHenry County
Facilitator: Tonya Franklin (575) 430-4470 Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
IL - Monmouth-Peoria
Facilitator: Holli Brown (309) 737-6837 I am a Dental Hygienist and a mother of an 18 year old daughter. My husband and I want nothing more then to teach and encourage my daughter to be absolutely best and continually learn and grow. My goal is to better myself by surrounding…
IL - Naperville
Facilitator: Julie Puls (630) 660-2515 Julie Puls lives in Naperville, Illinois and is the mother of 3 adult children. She is committed to educating women in the importance of self-defense/situational awareness and empowering them in all aspects of life. She believes that every woman has the right to defend herself,…
IL - West Suburban
Facilitator: Ann Marie Suter (708) 516-4837 Ann Marie has made it her mission to help train women to be their own first responders. It began as her husband traveled for work often outside of the country for extended periods. Ann Marie found herself at home, alone with her four children…
KY - Lexington
Facilitator: Natalie Bohon (859) 421-9912 I am a competitive shooter and firearms instructor who is passionate about all aspects of shooting. My mission is to teach solid gun handling fundamentals and safety to new firearm owners in the community. Certifications:• USCCA/NRA Certified Range Safety Officer (RSO) • USPSA National Range…
KY - Southeast
Facilitator: Liz Raddatz Liz.AGandAG@gmail.com I am a US Navy veteran having served almost 10 years. I took a concealed carry class in Virginia in 2016. I didn’t start actively carrying or shooting until 2017. I enjoyed it and found a women's shooting group in VA and went to the range…
LA - Acadiana
Facilitator: Shelby Elias (337) 856-7046 Mom to a feisty 6 year old girl named Ellie and Range mom to many more. Shelby was a member of A Girl & A Gun acting as an A team member for one year before stepping into a leadership role. As Owner of the…
LA - Baton Rouge
Facilitator: Aurora Baca (225) 454-5030 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
LA - Lake Charles
Facilitator: Aurora Baca (225) 454-5030 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
MA - Western
Facilitator: Erin Harris (413) 246-4043 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
MD - Baltimore
Facilitator: Charneta Samms (240) 394-6389 I became a firearms instructor because when I started shooting, I wished there would have been more women around. My goal is to provide a safe, encouraging space where anyone with interest can come and learn, especially women. How many skills do you learn that…
ME - Cape Elizabeth
Facilitator: Tatiana Whitlock (207) 229-3897 Tatiana Whitlock is a firearms instructor, hunter, and outdoors enthusiast residing in the majestic state of Maine. Tatiana works with men, women & youth to establish a real-world foundation of firearm skills, safety and situational awareness. A lifelong interest in martial arts resulted in the…
ME - Gray
Facilitator: Tatiana Whitlock (207) 229-3897 Tatiana Whitlock is a firearms instructor, hunter, and outdoors enthusiast residing in the majestic state of Maine. Tatiana works with men, women & youth to establish a real-world foundation of firearm skills, safety and situational awareness. A lifelong interest in martial arts resulted in the…
MI - Portage
Facilitator: Heather Reeves (269) 350-4447 I have been an NRA certified instructor in Pistol, Shotgun, Rifle, Refuse to be a Victim, Personal Protection Inside the Home, Personal Protection Outside the Home, and Chief Range Safety for a decade. In addition, I own two small businesses with my husband and work…
MI - Southeast
Facilitator: Audree Danielson (810) 278-6408Audree is a Certified Pistol Instructor and an NRA Training Counselor. She loves providing opportunities for women to come together to celebrate their common interests in firearms. Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
MI - Traverse City
Facilitator: Alycia Pollotta (231) 944-0095 Alycia is the Facilitator of the Traverse City Chapter. Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
MN - Osseo
Facilitator: Jeanine Gill (763) 269-6914 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
MO - Central Ozarks
Facilitator: Andrea Lawrence (636) 208-1538 I love teaching women about safety and firearms, sharing the value of AG&AG, and seeing the confidence that is built. The encouragement that is given is well received and I know I have made an impact on those that I have mentored and taught. That…
MO - Columbia
Facilitator: Amy Hess (573) 424-4082amysmail08@yahoo.com Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
MO - Kansas City
Facilitator: Tammy Bartels (913) 416-3302 Tammy is the Director of Training for Frontier Justice, overseeing the training program for all locations companywide. She has been with Frontier Justice since 2019 and has a BA in Public Relations and Marketing with a Specialization in Project Management. Tammy has an extensive background…
MO - Springfield
Facilitator: Jennifer Hunt (417) 310-1940 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
MS - MidSouth
Facilitator: Candice Bennett (901) 461-9890 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
National eChapter
Facilitator: Marcae Riggs (661) 816-5616 nationalechapteragag@gmail.com Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
NC - Fayetteville
Facilitator: Cindi Lee (910) 489-9780 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
NC - Foothills
Facilitator: Sandy Williams (828) 461-1697 Our Upcoming Eventscalendar coming soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
NC - Jacksonville
Facilitator: Tina Martin Nims (850) 264-9375Tina Martin-Nims is a sponsored 3 Gun and USPSA competitor, and the Winner of Ammo and Attitude Season 6 ALL STARS. She is the owner of Shield Maiden Defense, Concealed Carry Firearms Instructor for the state of North Carolina, NRA Certified Firearms Instructor, and Facilitator…
NC - New River
Facilitator: Kelly Carson (828) 446-1239 Our Upcoming Eventscalendar coming soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
NC - Troy
Facilitator: Kay Rogers (910) 573-3450TroyOutfitters@hotmail.com Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
NC - Yadkin Valley
Facilitator: Dawn Cheek dhcheek1@gmail.comWelcome to the AG & AG Yadkin Valley Chapter located in the Northwestern Piedmont Region of North Carolina. We are excited to provide a place to help empower women by giving them the tools and resources to become part of a safer, more educated, and more skilled…
ND - Grand Forks
Facilitator: Jesi Marynik (701) 740-3307 Jesi Marynik is the Facilitator of the Grand Forks Chapter! She is the Secretary for FFNRA and an NRA Certified Instructor. Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
NE - WyoBraska
Facilitator: Stephanie Todd (308) 641-6363 I believe that it is important for women to learn about firearms and be able to defend themselves, should the need arise. More importantly, I believe that having the knowledge of how to use a firearm safely and accurately can be empowering for a women.…
NJ - Central
Facilitator: Ronnie Siegel(908) 451-0111 As a former High School Administrator and Fine Arts teacher for 38 years, my retirement has met me with exciting new interests and challenges! My grandchildren call me “3-GunGranny” instead of “MotorcycleMama,” as I rode and customized motorcycles for many years, but now I enjoy new…
NM - Otero County
Facilitator: Nan Barker (575) 921-3416 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
NV - Douglas County
Facilitator: Tammy Uva (775) 392-0395 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
NV - Henderson
Facilitator: Eileen Kerlin (919) 394-8066 Welcome to the AG & AG Henderson Chapter. I'm Eileen Kerlin and the chapter's Facilitator. I became interested in the shooting sports "relatively" later in life, and that love and passion really took off after joining AG & AG. Not only did I become more…
NV - Las Vegas
Facilitator: Alexandra Nikolov (702) 528-2222Alexandra Nikolov is dedicated to empowering others and to helping students have a safe and fun firearms experience. She is passionate about continuing to train and grow to be able to provide the best learning experience for her students. She has the following credentials: • A…
NY - Binghamton
Facilitator: Janette Buell (607) 760-8642 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
NY - Champlain Valley
Facilitator: Nikki Morse (518) 578-1073Welcome to the Champlain Valley Chapter! My name is Nikki (Nicole) Morse, Chapter Facilitator. I am a long-time resident of the North Country, living in the Champlain Valley since 1993. Before that, I grew up in Westchester and the Poughkeepsie areas downstate. I have only recently…
NY - Long Island
Facilitator: Lisa Ludwig (631) 517-3047 Lisa Ludwig grew up on Long Island, NY and wasn't exposed to firearms until a little over 2 decades ago, on 9/11. She was worried the world was changing quickly, and either you were prepared, or you weren't. She decided to be prepared. Lisa is…
NY - Rochester
Facilitator: Laura Evans (585) 330-5525 Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
NY - Staten Island
Facilitator: Lauren Hartnett (917) 299-8175 Living in NYC, it has become extremely important to me to educate women on the Second Amendment and the importance of it. I want women to learn and become comfortable shooting and owning a firearm, even in NYC. I want to show the community responsible…
OH - Akron
Facilitator: Candy Petticord (234) 706-2980Candy has been ecstatically married to her bestest bud, Jim, for 29 years and they have twelve Pettipeeps, all of whom are skilled shooters. Candy began her shooting journey a little over four years ago when she received her CHL and realized, with a ridiculously high…
OH - Cincinnati
Facilitator: Toni Miller (513) 478-6609 Toni Miller lives in Southwest Ohio with her husband and autistic daughter. Through the many challenges of dealing with doctors and all that comes with a disease like autism, she has become a great communicator in all aspects of her life. She enjoys sharing her…
OH - Cortland
Facilitator: Pam Karousis (330) 720-1110“I currently hold certifications to teach National Rifle Association courses in Pistol, Rifle, Personal Protection, Home Firearm Safety, and ‘Refuse To Be A Victim’ seminars. I’m also a Range Safety Officer,” says Pam Karousis, owner of Nail Designs in Cortland, OH. It all started 10 years…
OH - Dayton
Facilitator: Alecia Roberson (937) 388-4656 Alecia is the Owner of Empowered Personal Protection, a USCCA Certified instructor and Range Safety Officer. Alecia's certifications include Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals, Emergency First Aid Fundamentals. Women's Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals and Countering the Mass Shooter Threat. Alecia offers a supportive and…
OH - Guernsey County
Facilitator: Jennifer Paden (740) 260-5798 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
OH - Lebanon
Facilitator: Beth Grote (513) 594-1654 Welcome to the Lebanon OH chapter!! My passion is introducing, training, and mentoring women in the world of firearms. I’m also an avid student of the gun and love continually learning new skills and techniques to pass onto students. I’m a NRA-certified Training Counselor/Instructor, NRA…
OH - Licking County
Facilitator: Mindy Charron (614) 371-3517As a teenager Mindy grew up around rifles and shotguns and was often found tagging along with her father at shooting events in Ohio. As an adult career opportunity took her to the great state of Texas. In San Antonio and living alone for the first…
OH - North Coast
Facilitator: Candy Petticord (234) 706-2980Candy has been ecstatically married to her bestest bud, Jim, for 29 years and they have twelve Pettipeeps, all of whom are skilled shooters. Candy began her shooting journey a little over four years ago when she received her CHL and realized, with a ridiculously high…
OH - Northeast
Facilitator: Esther Beris Daniels (440) 477-0988Esther Beris has held leadership roles within top Fortune 500 manufacturing, service industries, and consulting. Known as a change agent to facilitate continuous process improvements and promote lean organizational behavior. Esther has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and is a Certified Six Sigma…
OH - Northwest
Facilitator: Tammi Erdman (419) 708-3842 Tammi is a certified NRA Basic Pistol Instructor, NRA Shotgun Instructor, NRA Certified Personal Protection in the Home and Outside the Home, NRA Rifle Instructor, NRA Chief Range Safety Officer, and NRA Refuse to be a Victim Instructor. She is also a USCCA Certified Instructor…
OH - Obetz
Facilitator: Janet Bryan (614) 441-9907 Janet learned to shoot long guns at a very young age by her older brother and moved to handguns in the early 80’s. After starting a family she paused her shooting activities until a friend of the family enticed her to get the Ohio Concealed…
OH - Oxford
Facilitator: Scarlet Day (513) 615-1717 Scarlet Day is a natural educator. She was a teacher for 26 years in K-12 and college, and now she is co-owner of MayDay Gun Range, where she teaches Eddie Eagle classes, women's basic handgun, and CCW classes. She is a Certified Pistol Instructor. Our…
OH - Southern
Facilitator: Michelle Forbes SouthernohioAGAAG@gmail.com Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
OK - Oklahoma City (North)
Facilitator: Rebecca King (301) 651-6505Rebecca took up shooting in her early thirties, initially as a way to pass the time while her oldest son was shooting local indoor rimfire matches. It wasn’t long before she loved the competition and started practicing and learning all she could about firearms. As a…
OK - Oklahoma City (West)
Facilitator: Julie Citro (405) 487-6082 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
OK - Porter
Facilitator: Susan Mock (918) 685-0072 Having been raised in a hunting family, shotgun shooting is a familiar firearm and one of which I am quite comfortable. Many memories and life lessons have been gained both on the trap field and in the corn field. Rifles and handguns, on the other…
OK - Tahlequah
Facilitator: Dee Page (918) 457-7307 I am 56, married with 5 grandkids. I am a member of US Law Shield, NRA Endowment member, NWTF member, shoot IDPA when I can. Teach Oklahoma SDA and Arizona non resident LTC. I work full time and own my own gun store and training…
OK - Tulsa
Facilitator: Dee Page (918) 457-7307 I am 56, married with 5 grandkids. I am a member of US Law Shield, NRA Endowment member, NWTF member, shoot IDPA when I can. Teach Oklahoma SDA and Arizona non resident LTC. I work full time and own my own gun store and training…
OK - Yukon
Facilitator: Vonnie Meritt (405) 262-3354 I have a passion for shooting. I've been a certified NRA pistol instructor since 1998. I have participated in cowboy action shooting. I have served as the Canadian County Friends of the NRA chairman for several years. Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe…
OR - Sherwood
Facilitator: Lisa Jenkins(360) 334-7009 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
PA - Berks County
Facilitator: Caleigh Wise (610) 301-6494 Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
PA - Bucks County
Facilitator: Lori Wicen (267) 446-8580 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
PA - Elizabethtown
Facilitator: Cindy Bowser (717) 495-0952I'm an IT supervisor by my full-time occupation and a part-time instructor with The Trop Institute, but I'm a highly competitive competition shooter on the weekends. "Road Warrior" was my moniker on the Direct Action Tactical shooting team - over 7,000 miles driven in **one** season…
PA - Endless Mountains
Facilitator: Ashley Burke (570) 712-2135 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
PA - Laurel Highlands
Facilitator: Miriam (Mim) Ofsanik (724) 557-5651 I love helping other women get comfortable with firearms and seeing the enthusiasm it brings when they feel success and empowerment! Step out of your comfort zone, do something different! Join me in a safe, relaxed and fun environment, that will help you become…
PA - Lehigh Valley
Facilitator: Sandra Zettlemoyer (484) 357-5906 Sandra Zettlemoyer was a member of A Girl & A Gun for several years before stepping into leadership to lead the Lehigh Valley Chapter. She is an NRA-Certified Pistol Instructor and IDPA Range Safety Officer. She is a competitor in IDPA, Steel Challenge, and 3-Gun.…
PA - Montgomery County
Facilitator: Erinn Aloi O'Donnell (610) 209-1093I'm a photographer and owner of A Fresh Focus Photography, but I'm also an NRA certified firearms instructor and competitive shooter. I think it's important for women to be empowered and be able to defend themselves and their families safely. Our Upcoming Events Our Host…
PA - Pittsburgh
Facilitator: Jody Salerno (412) 779-7588When I’m not teaching women how to shoot, I’m teaching workplace violence, conflict avoidance and personal safety seminars and classes to companies and organizations nationwide. Women realize that they can defend themselves, they just need the confidence and skill set to do so. I launched Personal…
PA - Wilkes-Barre
Facilitator: Jeanette Elbattah (570) 690-7725 Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
SC - Aiken
Facilitator: Nancy Grunnet (803) 648-0615 certified NRA firearms instructor, Nancy loves to share her passion with other women. In addition to her interest in personal defense, she is an avid sports shooter. She competes in USPSA, IDPA and Steel Challenge matches along with NRA Small Bore Silhouette matches.A Girl &…
SC - Beaufort County
Facilitator: Tyna Couch AGAGBeaufortCountySC@gmail.com Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
SC - Spartanburg
Facilitator: Jessica Casull (864) 621-7546 Jessica is an NRA certified Instructor, Certified Refuse to be a Victim Instructor, Range Safety Officer, and Certified USCCA Instructor. As a mother of 4, her main focus has always been woman and children. She loves to help ensure that woman are safe, protected, and…
SD - Greater Black Hills
Facilitator: Christine Maki(626) 641-5680AG.AGgreaterBH@gmail.com Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
TN - Chattanooga
Facilitator: Stephanie Winn (423) 618-2347 Certified NRA Pistol and Refuse To Be A Victim Instructor - Range Safety Officer - Certified MUNIO Instructor. I have am privileged to wear many hats – daughter, sister, wife, mother, friend. Regardless of the role, I enjoy breaking stereotypes and supporting others to not…
TN - Jackson
Facilitator: Lisa Hamilton (949) 689-1729 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
TN - Memphis
Facilitator: Ranae Knapp Phone: 901-605-9147Hi I am Ranae Knapp, the facilitator of the Memphis A Girl & A Gun. I have been around firearms my entire life. One of my earliest memories of my grandfather was him "helping" me shoot his 22 pistol. My husband and kids are avid shooters.…
TN - Middle
Facilitator: Tiffany Warner(615) 900-0685 agagmiddletennessee@gmail.com Tiffany Warner is the Facilitator of the Middle TN Chapter! Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
TN - Nashville
Facilitator: Kristin Benton (615) 495-2818 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
TN - Northeast
Facilitator: Stacy DeBord (423) 963-9657 Stacy DeBord is the facilitator of the Northeast TN chapter of A Girl and a Gun. She is passionate about shooting sports and expanding female participation. She believes that education is the best resource to allow women to overcome their fear, gain self-confidence, and take…
TX - Alvin
Facilitator: Kat Joel-Reich (281) 658-0549 I affectionately say I lived in a cocoon until 2014 when my home was broken into and my sense of security was shattered. Instead of letting that experience keep me down, I spread my wings and began on a life-long journey that has brought me…
TX - Austin
The Austin area has the following chapters: Austin (North) Austin (South) Cedar Park San Marcos
TX - Austin (North)
Facilitator: Sandra Woodruff (512) 925-8206NorthAustinAGAG@gmail.comSandra is the AG & AG Facilitator for the North Austin and Cedar Park Chapters. Sandra is a Certified AG & AG Trainer, Certified NRA Instructor in multiple disciplines, Texas License to Carry Instructor, and Chief Range Safety Officer. Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host…
TX - Austin (South)
Facilitator: Cindi Martin (303) 578-0228 Cindi Martin is an experienced firearms instructor and security professional. She spent over 10 years in front line school security at a public school district and has been a full time range safety officer at 2 large and prominent shooting facilities. She has been a…
TX - Bastrop
Facilitator: Crystal Ouzillou (512) 576-8340 Crystal’s mission is to develop confident, competent, and responsible gun owners. She loves to help shooters of all levels learn to shoot, correct bad habits and shoot much more effectively. Crystal is the owner of Southern Charm Firearms Academy which has its own private range…
TX - Beaumont
Facilitator: Reba Hennigan (281) 839-8551 rebalouagag@gmail.comI’ve been a member of A Girl & A Gun since 2014 after finding a flyer at local gun range. I gave the number a call and talked to the facilitator who told me more about the AG & AG. Being an A-team member for…
TX - Bell County
Facilitator: Jennifer Langsdale (254) 415-8055 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
TX - Caldwell
Facilitator: BJ Hegemeyer (979) 777-6725 BJ is a mother of 3 daughters and grandmother of 8, and has served as a Police Officer for over 25 years in K-12 and now at Blinn Junior College. She has taught many crime prevention programs, such as DARE and GREAT, and community programs…
TX - Cedar Park
Facilitator: Sandra Woodruff (512) 925-8206NorthAustinAGAG@gmail.comSandra is the AG & AG Facilitator for the North Austin and Cedar Park Chapters. Sandra is a Certified AG & AG Trainer, Certified NRA Instructor in multiple disciplines, Texas License to Carry Instructor, and Chief Range Safety Officer. Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host…
TX - College Station
Facilitator: Sally Ann Hnatuiuk (201) 326-4604 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
TX - Conroe
Facilitator: Felicia Davis (281) 450-0660 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
TX - Corpus Christi
Facilitator: Kimberly Ballenger (361) 331-7864 Texas DPS Certified License to Carry (LTC) Instructor NRA Certified Pistol Instructor NRA Certified Shotgun Instructor NRA Certified Chief Range Safety Officer NRA Certified Refuse to Be a Victim Presenter NRA Life Member USCCA Certified Instructor USCCA Range Safety Officer USPSA Member Our Upcoming EventsCalendar…
TX - Crosby-Dayton
Facilitator: Melinda Soliday (281) 435-1887 I have been around firearms my entire life, I used to hunt with my father as a child. I am NRA certified pistol instructor and NRA RSO. I love being outdoors and I really enjoy teaching others. I have been a member of A Girl…
TX - Cypress
Facilitator: Tammy Hunter (281) 924-4949My objective is to teach people some basic firearms safety so they feel confident they are prepared to defend themselves if they are ever in a situation that forces them to do so. I am a Concealed Handgun License instructor in the great state of Texas…
TX - Dallas (East)
Facilitator: Dawn Rodriguez (214) 535-3854 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
TX - Dallas (West)
The Dallas area chapters include: • TX-Dallas East • TX-Frisco • TX-Ft Worth North • TX-Ft Worth South • TX-Sherman • TX-Weatherford
TX - Freestone County
Facilitator: Allison Bonner (903) 388-7795 Allison Bonner is the Facilitator of the Freestone County Chapter. She was born and raised in Fairfield, TX. Firearms have been a part of her family for many generations. Allison says, "Mother hunted and taught me what I know about firearms, as well as with…
TX - Frisco
Facilitator: Franceanna Campagna (214) 437-5726txfriscoagag@gmail.com Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
TX - Ft. Worth (North)
Facilitator: Linda Haddox South (817) 988-6951Having grown up around guns, I was familiar with them but I needed to learn more about safe handling and improve my marksmanship skills. After researching a few different groups and ranges, I decided AG&AG was the perfect fit for me. A group BY women…
TX - Grapevine
Facilitator: Amanda Pullen (817) 602-9661 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
TX - Hill Country
Facilitator: Deanna Burroughts (830) 388-1940 My goal is to teach as many women as possible how to shoot safely and effectively in order to achieve their goals in addition to helping them learn to be comfortable with their concealed carry guns as part of their everyday lives. I am a…
TX - Houston
The Houston area has the following chapters: Cypress Conroe Cypress South Houston Crosby-Dayton League City Memorial Pearland Spring The Woodlands Our Host Ranges The Houston-area chapters meet at the following locations:
TX - League City
Facilitator: Cindy Scott (432) 230-7683 Hi there! Welcome to the League City Chapter of A Girl & A Gun. I want to invite you to attend ANY of our multiple events that we hold each month. We welcome ALL ladies of ALL shooting levels. The leadership of this chapter works…
TX - Longview
Facilitator: Robin Emmel (903) 445-4301 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
TX - Lubbock (South)
Facilitator: Christina Scott (912) 674-8521 Christina Scott was a member of AG & AG for many years before stepping into the leadership role of Facilitator. She is a certified pistol instructor and competitive shooter. She loves teaching women firearm safety and marksmanship skills, and especially loves when Lubbock women travel…
TX - Lufkin
Facilitator: Jan Bailey Martin (936) 675-3351 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
TX - Memorial
Facilitator: Malorie Turner (337) 529-2210 Malorie is from Milton, a small town in Louisiana. At 19 years old she started her first job at the local gun range and immediately fell in love with firearms. Due to this love of firearms, at the age of 21, she obtained her degree…
TX - Midland
Facilitator: Sundae Adkins (432) 741-1453 Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
TX - New Braunfels
Facilitator: Tammy Stein (830) 302-0594 Tammy Stein is a native Texan with family dating back to the 1840 Republic of Texas when her great, great, great grandfather came to Texas with a land grant. She has worked in a wide variety of professional capacities in retail, political, and nonprofit organizations.…
TX - Pearland
Facilitator: Sheila Fischer 713) 702-5259 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
TX - San Antonio
Facilitator: Alison Adams (210) 508-0317 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
TX - San Antonio (Northwest)
Facilitator: Brenda Rath (210) 241-8576Brenda is the mother of 4 amazing millennials, and the 30 year wife of the retired Navy Fighter pilot of her dreams. She has been a registered nurse for 42 years, and currently works part time in a Pediatric ICU. She started shooting in high school,…
TX - San Marcos
Facilitator: Lisa Railsback (512) 423-0243Lisa Railsback is certified and licensed by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to teach the Texas License to Carry class and the Renewal class. • DPS Certified Texas LTC Instructor • NRA Certified Home Firearm Safety Instructor • NRA Certified Basic Pistol Instructor •…
TX - South Houston
Facilitator: Tania Weber (713) 498-3262 I'm a mom of two toddlers, an architect, and residential property manager. I didn't always like guns. In fact, I hated them. At age 18, I was assaulted at gunpoint. At age 23 a similar incident occurred. It wasn't until I started my property management…
TX - Spring
Facilitator: Pam Branum (713) 208-0068Owner of Lady MacGyver Firearm Training. I am a proud native Texan and have been an avid firearm enthusiast for the past 30 years. I now use those skills to encourage, educate, and train others to shoot. Being an avid outdoorsman, some of my hobbies include…
TX - Temple
Facilitator: Becky Dolgener (254) 760-6767 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
TX - Terrell
Facilitator: Cindy Sykora (972) 741-7631Cindy is an NRA Certified Pistol Instructor. She says, "I love this organization and what they represent! I love people, shooting, and sharing. I want to be able to provide a positive and quality-filled shooting program to sisters who need instruction from a woman's point of…
TX - Texoma
Facilitator: Kat Lowry (214) 207-7714 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
TX - The Woodlands
Facilitator: Barbara Butts (713) 705-9726 Being born and raised in Texas it seems no surprise that I enjoy almost everything outdoors. I had a passion for shooting archery competitively and bowhunting that transitioned to firearms. I have been blessed with the abilities to be able to compete in the local…
TX - Waco
Facilitator: Theresa Haddox (254) 722-0553 Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
TX - Weatherford
Facilitator: Mary Jones (817) 734-8677agirlandagun.weatherford@gmail.com Mary Jones is the Faciliator of the Weatherford, TX chapter. She is an NRA Certified Pistol Instructor. Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
UT - Central
Facilitator: Coni Brooks (801) 372-2003 I'm the previous owner of Barnes Bullets and am a proficient rifle shooter and hunter. I have hunted numerous places around the world and in approximately 25 different states. I have shot pistols a good share of my life, but not with proper instruction until…
UT - Salt Lake
Facilitator: Cindy Zumwalt (801) 680-0056 Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following location:
VA - Doswell
Facilitator: Candy Eubank(804) 350-1609 Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
VA - Lynchburg
Facilitator: Judy Gallion (434) 907-4443 I started shooting six years ago and as a result got hooked on competitions. I started with the GSSF indoor and outdoor shoots. I now shoot the GSSF, USPSA, Steel Challenge, and 3 gun. I currently offer classes in firearms and concealed carry. I love…
VA - Northern
Facilitator: Tetiana Hatley (202) 430-1121 I was born and raised in Ukraine and moved to US 10 years ago. Growing up I was a competitive powerlifter and was a part of the Ukrainian National Powerlifting team. I became the youngest powerlifting World champion when I was 18. I got my…
VA - Richmond
Facilitator: Fran Cory (804) 550-3044 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
VA - Roanoke
Facilitator: Sue Brozovsky (540) 384-6312 Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
VA - Virginia Beach
Facilitator: Nicole Wessel (757) 343-4278 Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
WA - Centralia
Facilitator: Dolly Hughes (360) 978-4338 I joined AG & AG on April 1, 2014. Since then I have taken a lot of classes at the Firearms Academy of Seattle, currently taking additional instructor classes at the Centralia Rifle Club, attended two AG&AG Conferences and joined and shoot IDPA matches. The…
WA - Port Townsend
Facilitator: Erin Hubbard (360) 643-9222 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
WA - Puyallup
Facilitator: Christa Beasley (253) 405-8741I have been A Girl & A Gun member since 2015 and became the Puyallup, WA, facilitator in 2016. As an NRA-certified Instructor and Range Safety Officer, I enjoy working with new shooters in the safety, operation, and fundamentals of handguns. I love helping our members…
WA - Spokane
Facilitator: Katy Brown (509) 953-8488 Our Upcoming EventsCalendar coming soon! Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
WA - Whidbey Island
Facilitator: Brandi Taylor (360) 720-2619Helping ladies feel empowered around firearms has been a passion of mine since college. After I graduated, I owned a women’s concealed carry product company for several years and travelled to gun-shows across the south. Then, shortly after the Navy moved my husband to Whidbey Island,…
WI - Central
Facilitator: Meaghan Roble (715) 252-8573 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
WI - Kettle Moraine
Facilitator: Jill Marton (262) 617-2647 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
WI - Milwaukee (South)
Facilitator: Charity Woodall (414) 217-0456 Our Upcoming EventsCalendar Coming Soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
WI - Milwaukee (West)
Facilitator: Linette Rizos (414) 380-01533GunLinette@gmail.com Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
WI - Saukville
Facilitator: Theresa Schneider (262) 424-4788 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
WI - Sheboygan County
Facilitator: Starla Batzko starsdelights@yahoo.com Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
WY - Big Horn Basin
Facilitator: Cindy Greer (307) 272-0788 Welcome to the Big Horn Basin Chapter. I have always been around firearms, but didn’t start shooting myself until I was in my 50’s. My daughter started shooting and invited me to go to training with her. It was so much fun that I began…
WY - Casper
Facilitator: Tia Wallin (701) 770-0047 Our Upcoming Events Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
WY - Cheyenne
Facilitator: April Strong (307) 701-2300April is a daughter, sister, wife, and mother of 2 beautiful children. She loves Girl Scouts, 4-H, NRA, and the Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation for their commitment to educating our youth about firearm safety and has volunteered with each of these programs as away to support…
WY - Laramie
Facilitator: Diane Martinez (307) 760-9996 Our Upcoming EventsCalendar coming soon Our Host RangesWe host events at the following locations:
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AG & AG events are fun, social gatherings where you get firearms training and encouragement, ask questions in a safe and nonjudgmental environment, improve your marksmanship, and make new friends. All AG & AG events are supervised by Certified Firearms Instructors. All facilitators are women who can “speak girl” and provide techniques and tips for female shooters. Our goal is to empower, educate, and have fun at the range. AG & AG events have been successful stepping stones for thousands of women. At our events and through articles and information, we provide:
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27 September 2022
The Power of the Owner’s Manual!
Few people get excited about buying a new firearm and immediately dive into the owner’s manual like it was a New York Times Best Seller. Simply put, owners manuals are perhaps the most under appreciated and neglected tool for a new device. They are admittedly a dry read, have zero sense of humor, and can be pretty intimidating for those not naturally technically inclined. The excitement of the new investment takes over, and people dive into tinkering with upgrades or utilizing the gear even with little or no prior experience or knowledge. Neglecting the owner’s manual for a product such as a cell phone may not be such a big deal. However, with a firearm, ignorance about the equipment can lead to mechanical problems or, worse, a physical injury. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure! Resist the temptation to dive right in a start shooting that new gun. Many firearms manuals recommend a thorough field strip and lubrication before initial use. Even optics come with a preparation for use section in their manuals explaining how to prep your gear and gun for a correct install, cleaning, or battery replacement. Rather than risk damaging the equipment, slow […]
13 September 2022
Shot Timers – An Essential Training Tool
Shot timers are excellent live fire and dry fire training aids and tools always used in competition shooting sports. Shot timers are electronic devices with speakers, microphones, and a screen to display the numeric information they record. The shot timer works by creating an audible beep allowing the shooter to begin and digitally measure and record the time from the beep to the first and at shot after that. This data is usually recorded to hundredths of a second (centisecond) to provide high accuracy and reliable, quantifiable data. Like in other professional sports, competitions are won or lost by fractions of seconds; in shooting sports, a shot timer is the tool used to generate that measurement. SHOT TIMERS MEASURE THE FOLLOWING PERFORMANCE DATA Time to First Shot: The time from a start signal to the first shot on target. Split times aka Splits: The time between shots on the same target. Transitions: The time between shots on different targets. Total Elapsed Time: The time from a start signal to the final shot. Par Times: Pre-determined time intervals for completing various skills and drills on the clock. The types of data that a shot timer can record are extremely helpful in enabling shooters to gauge their performance and improve their […]
6 September 2022
Pistol Presentation
We spend a lot of quality time working with newer shooters on the handling and manipulation skills necessary to load, make ready, and shoot safely. These skills are vital to building safe shooters and the foundational skills we continue to build upon. One vital element often overlooked that leads to bad habits is the physical action between compressed ready and moving the gun onto the target, pistol presentation. Pistol presentation can either facilitate a well-placed shot or deteriorate the shooter’s stance, grip, and clear vision. Left unchecked, shooters tend to develop one of five common bad habits that can radically impact their accuracy and sometimes safety at the range. Why is a correct presentation so important? SafetyTime on targetRecoil managementProtecting preexisting injuries Safety can become a severe problem if pistol presentation is not performed correctly. Beware of movement at the wrist as the gun is moved onto the target. Any upward “flicking” or downward “dipping” motion at the wrists will alter the angle of the muzzle and potentially compromise the safe direction. The shortest distance between two points is a straight line! For those looking to speed up their first-round hits, pistol presentation is one of the first areas we look […]
3 September 2022
August 2022 Recap
August was a ton of fun! Our members came to the range between their family vacations and back-to-school activities: AG & AG chapters hosted 355 events, a 15% increase from last year. Our members celebrated National Shooting Sports Month with enthusiasm! Here are some of our highlights:.
30 August 2022
3rd Annual AG & AG Clays Extravaganza Draws Women from 16 States
AUSTIN, TX (AGirlandAGun.org) — Smiles abounded as 62 competitors participated in the 3rd Annual Women’s Clays Extravaganza Presented by Magpul and Miller Shooting Sports and hosted by A Girl & A Gun Women’s Shooting League (AG & AG). The NSCA-registered shoot included Trap, 5 Stand, and two different sporting courses. It took place August 25 – 27, 2022, at Powder Creek Shooting Park in Lenexa, KS. CZ-USA Pro Staff hosted half-day clinics on the two days prior to the shoot. “One of my favorite things about AG & AG is the organization’s focus on education,” says Dave Miller, Shotgun Product Manager for CZ-USA. “Unlike so many misguided programs, AG & AG provides opportunities for its members to learn and grow in the shooting sports.” He even agreed to be in a dunk tank for the day, while ladies broke “true pairs” for the privilege of dunking him (and signing their names and scores to the event banner)! Ranging from brand-new to sporting clays to Master-level shooters, the competitors varied in skills and experience. There were three Junior shooters in attendance. In addition, many shooters were pushed outside their comfort zones to try new shotgun sports that they had not competed […]
23 August 2022
How to “Press Check”
Treat all guns as if they are loaded. But what if you’re not sure? “Press checks” can confirm or clarify the condition of the firearm – chambered round or unchambered round. However, a press check is not enough to confirm if the firearm is unloaded as it does not address the magazine or its contents. Press checks have risen and fallen in training popularity over the past few years. Performing a press check has been considered a vital part of the make-ready process and criticized as range theatrics. A press check is all about peace of mind, and safety is paramount in performing them. WHAT IS A PRESS CHECK? A press check confirms the presence or lack of round in the chamber without fully cycling the slide and extracting and ejecting a potentially chambered round. A press check can be performed with a pistol, rifle or shotgun. For this example, we will focus on pistols. A few methods of minimal slide manipulating allow you to sneak a peak and safely confirm the gun’s condition. However, how you manipulate the slide is primarily based on your firearm and grip strength. WHY PRESS CHECK? Simply put – When in doubt, check it […]
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Great group of women. Support and comradery at every turn. Ladies are there to help and explain any questions and insecurities. As a new shooter I have met new friends and gained confidence since joining the group. Monthly meetings and training at neighbor ranges give plenty of practice and email tips and advice are great and very informative.
The best part of conference was getting to know so many great people and learning so much information that would most likely take years to learn, all in a 4 day time span at a great location with so many nice people. Thanks Julianna and Robyn for everything you do to give us the best experiences of our lives!
No where will you get the training, exposure and trigger time for the money as you do at this conference. Just an outstanding job!!! Great selection of door prizes!! Can’t recommend this conference enough!! Being in Oklahoma, we have to figure out a way to get more of our gals committed to coming. Thank you both and your team for all you do. I heard so many positive comments about the whole experience. Gear Check!! Checking in!! Liked the meals & shirt included in the price!
This is a great organization! I joined last year and in addition to learning more about shooting, I’ve made some really great friends. This organization helps you learn, compete and stay abreast of gun laws in your own state. There are great training seminars and opportunities each month to enhance personal skills. The camaraderie in this organization is exceptional and their sponsors are the best place to shop for your shooting gear. Thank you, AG & AG, for all the great experiences I’ve had.
It was extremely gratifying to see a tremendous amount of support for the badge that I’m very proud to put on every day to protect and serve my community. Every day, in every city and town across the country, police officers are performing vital services that help make their communities safer. Being afforded stellar training like this aids us in carrying out our mission with honor and integrity.
OH how can I even put it in words???? EVERYTHING WAS THE BEST! Truly not disappointed in anything. It was amazing, so much education. That old saying, “you don’t know what you don’t know until you know it” applied every step I took. Maybe in a couple of weeks I can come up with a BEST ~~~ I loved the demos, I love the camaraderie and meeting so, so many ladies, and I loved learning. Can we make it longer? LOL
I love this group, everyone is so dedicated, so helpful, leadership is so knowledgeable, talented, pleasant and friendly! You’ll never find a more welcoming, friendly, talented group of women! The mere fact that it’s only women adds to the benefits and the bonding experience. I don’t usually give reviews, but this group deserves it!! Definitely TOP rating!
Being a first timer, I was so impressed with the organizational skill of the coordinators for this conference – everything – and I mean everything for me went off without a hitch – it was all so purrfect in every way. I learned so much, I enjoyed myself, I got to meet new women who shoot, and shoot for a purpose… it was just FANTASTIC!
There is nowhere else on Earth where someone could get the caliber of training that I received. My head is still boggled. I don’t know how you guys manage to make conference better and better every year, but God Bless both of you for all your hard work!
Best organization there is for ladies in the country to learn about firearms for self defense and the shooting sports!
This was my first AG & AG Conference, so I didn’t know what to expect. My local chapter had dissolved several months before conference, but I had such a great experience. Such a welcoming group, top notch instructors. Already looking forward to next year!
I can’t think of one BEST part of conference… this was one of the highlights of my life! Everything in all was outstanding! I was so amazed at the sisterhood and instant friendships. There was not one rude person in this group.
THANK YOU is not enough for the staff that puts this all together! My love and respect for AG & AG is so strong. Events like this are so needed for us to continue to learn and grow in this sport and the quality of instruction that is put together is amazing. Job well done HQ for another year of greatness.
I loved the hands on training that focused on what the group needed to work on and accomplish. This is the only training I have attended that asks the student what they want out of their training and tailors the courses to meet those needs. The environment is positive and empowering. It was an amazing experience and the ladies I met were awesome.
I loved meeting you absolutely amazing gals, and the phenomenal instructors. Omg & AERIAL GUNNERY!!! Just everything was really great – but you gals and the instructors were the icing on the cake.
The sisterhood…the compassion and understanding of everyone. The instruction is outstanding. This is an amazing event at an amazing price. Thank you!!
For me, it’s the education, the building of confidence, and the appreciation of the AG&AG organization. I always return home with a greater appreciation of my facilitator and with a deeper pride of being part of the league.
“The friendship bonds and camaraderie I made this week will stay with me forever. The incredible generosity of the event sponsors and the gracious efforts by A Girl & A Gun was awe inspiring.”
I was blown away at the quality of instruction-maybe not everyone was a perfect instructor but overall it was really good. You just can’t beat that for the price.
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While our mission is to educate women on safe and accurate shooting, our organization is about so much more than shooting! It’s about Confidence, Empowerment, Support, Friendships, Knowledge, Fun, Self-Reliance, and so much more. Everyday we witness the transformation of women who set out to learn how to shoot and in the process discover a confidence in themselves that improves all areas of their lives. Whether you’re interested in competition, concealed carry, home defense, the safe storage of guns in the home, or you just want to get out of the house and try something new, please join us at an upcoming event. Click “Find a Chapter” above to find a group of women in your community. If there is not a chapter near you, you can still join our National eChapter – or start a chapter! Help us break barriers for women and girls in shooting sports.
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