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January 2022 Recap

January marked another great start to a great year! We were able to see some friends at SHOT Show and through a lot of virtual meetings throughout the month. Our chapters hosted a variety of events to kick off the new year! Here are our highlights for January 2022.

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Ashley Sullivan Speeds to 1st in 4th Quarter 2021 Match

A Girl & A Gun Women’s Shooting League (AG & AG) proudly announces the winners of the 2021 4th Quarter League Match. This quarter’s match included 146 competitor entries representing 31 different chapters! Congratulations to Ashley Sullivan of Alvin, TX, for being the Overall Winner!

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What Do Women Want in a Gun Shop?

Women were asked some demographic questions such as age, gender, and home state. Then a variety of amenities were provided and respondents were asked to rate each one as “Necessary,” “Preferred,” “Useful,” or “Unimportant.”

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December 2021 Recap

December marked a fantastic end of 2021 for A Girl & A Gun! We gained new members, new chapters, new host ranges, new gun owners, and new sponsors! Here are our highlights for December and 2021!

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Trending Data Among Women First-Time Gun Owners

According to the NSSF, approximately 11 million Americans purchased their first firearm in the past 2 years, and it is estimated that half of them were women. A Girl & A Gun Women’s Shooting League (AG & AG) polled new members who were new gun owners to learn more about them. This article provides trending data among this demographic.

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Being One’s Own First Responder: Suicide Prevention

In an age of red-flag tactics, lack of due process for gun owners, and social stigmas, it can be challenging to talk about suicide prevention. As leaders in the firearms industry, as moms and people who care about others, we can’t be silent on such topics, especially when they are so important.

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Guns, Gear, & Ammo

Let’s Compare: Mantis X10 vs Mantis X

I first tried the MantisX Firearms Training System back in 2017 and very much enjoyed it, and encouraged friends to purchase one as well. So, when I had the opportunity to try the Mantis X10 Elite – Shooting Performance System, I was excited to see the changes. And after all, my friends are waiting to hear if they should upgrade.

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Upland Adventure 2021: High Grass and All

It’s always a great time when you can join an A Girl & A Gun Girls Getaways and the 2021 Upland Adventure did not disappoint!  Five members from Texas, Missouri, and Nevada met up with AG & AG Mentor/Trainer David Miller of CZ-USA Field Sports and his dogs Guinness & Sailor, in the small town of Greensburg, Kansas. Hunting skills ran the gambit from the first time hunter to the very experienced which made for an amazing learning environment.

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Concealed Carry

Book Report: Concealed Carry Class

I recommend that you read Concealed Carry Class: The ABCs of Self-Defense Tools if you carry a gun for self-defense and would like to be more informed as to the many aspects involved with doing so, whether you are just getting started or have been carrying for years, there is much to learn and consider, and this book should be part of your library to guide you on that path. This book is filled with so much content, data, and great information. It’s a book you want on your shelf to be able to pull down and read again and again, and you will always get something more out of it each time you do so.

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Gifting a Firearm: Do’s and Don’ts

You want to make your gun girl have the greatest joy over the holidays! If you’re wanting to give her a firearm, there are some factors to consider. First and foremost, when thinking about gifting a firearm you must know without a doubt that that person is legally and morally able to assume the inherent responsibilities and obligations of firearms ownership. This article offers some dos and don’ts to help you with your gift giving.

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Top 10 Gifts for the Gun Girl in Your Life

When shopping for the firearm enthusiasts in your life, the possibilities are endless! There are so many items that you could wrap up with a pretty bow on top! Here are our Top 10 when it comes to a gift guide you could use all year round!

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November 2021 Recap

In November 2021, A Girl & A Gun added new chapters, new host ranges, new training programs — and engaged a lot of paper turkey targets! We continued our steady growth in 2021, despite the holiday breaks and seasonal travel. Here are our highlights for November 2021!

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A Girl & A Gun Cadre Grows with USCCA

“We are proud to officially partner with USCCA and to bring more of their industry-leading curriculum and services to our members and their communities,” Sandoval said. “Our organizations have a shared mission of providing quality training to help responsibly armed citizens protect their families.”

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Are You Being Profiled?

After a Girl’s Night Out of shooting, AG & AG member Kara was excited to join her chapter members for dinner at a nearby restaurant.  Although Kara concealed her range bags in her vehicle, parked close to the front in a well-lit high-traffic area of the parking lot, and did everything right to prevent the “random” occurrence of parking lot break ins, it still happened. 

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Review: Mantis Laser Academy

The Mantis Laser Academy is a dry-fire laser training system, built around smart targets that support automatic detection and scoring, using the Laser Academy app and the camera on a smartphone. The app provides drills that are built to enhance shooting performance in both marksmanship and speed. It records sessions and stores them for historical reference and analysis.

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Guns, Gear, & Ammo

Your Feedback Matters: Simulators

Virtual simulators can provide an added value for a range or firearms training environment. Similar to a high-end video gaming system, a simulator can also provide an educational experience for some students. Please give us feedback on your experience using these systems.

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October 2021 Recap

In October, A Girl & A Gun crisscrossed the country for training and matches, bringing new opportunities for women to learn and compete. As always, we were movers and shakers in the firearms industry! Here are our highlights for October 2021.

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Documenting Your Firearms

There are many reasons why asking gun owners to draft a comprehensive list of their possessions strikes fear in their hearts. Not only would their

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Third Quarter 2021 Match Winners Announced

A Girl & A Gun Women’s Shooting League (AG & AG) proudly announces the winners of the 2021 3rd Quarter League Match. There was an outstanding turnout of members participating this quarter. Congratulations to all who participated during these challenging times.

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A Look at Legal Coverage

For the last decade there have been a significant number of organizations established that provide traditional style insurance or membership programs with access to attorneys

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September 2021 Recap

A Girl & A Gun shattered more records in September 2021! Our National Conference sold out in 46 hours, we gave back to law enforcement with an exceptional training event for officers, we were honored to be invited to several speaking engagements and events, and we kicked off our Fall Festival. Here are our highlights for September.

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