Safety
Holster Safety Checklist: 4 Must-Have Holster Features (And Why Most Fail the Test)
There are so many holster review articles on the internet it’s impossible to count. Most manufacturers will claim their holster is the best, and enthusiasts have their favorite brands they…
70+ Concealed Carry Mistakes and How to Avoid Them [Update]
This list of concealed carry mistakes was compiled to help firearm owners and concealed carry permit holders grow their skills and identify unsafe behavior while carry the concealed weapon and on your journey to being a prepared and willing American Gun Responder.
Gun Storage Week – A Reminder to Properly Secure Your Firearms
Gun Storage Awareness Week is a timely reminder for responsible firearm owners to store guns securely. Learn why proper storage matters and how to do it right.
New Hampshire Grants Legal Shield to Gunmakers Amid SIG Sauer P320 Controversy
New Hampshire passes HB 381, shielding gunmakers like SIG Sauer from design-based lawsuits. Critics cite rushed legislation with no public input amid ongoing P320 controversy.
Spring Readiness & Refresh: A Seasonal Gear Checklist for Gun Owners
Spring is the perfect time to inspect, clean, and refresh your self-defense gear. This seasonal checklist covers everything from batteries and medical supplies to holsters and range gear—don’t head into spring unprepared.
The Hidden Risks of Strong Side Carry: Lessons from Christopher Bean
Strong side carry isn’t as safe as you think. Christopher Bean of Tactical Advantage breaks down real risks and how to mitigate them. From muzzle sweep to clothing snags, this video could change how you train. Watch it before your next range day.
Suicide and Firearms: A Responsible Conversation for Gun Owners
Most Americans don’t realize that over half of all gun deaths in the U.S. are suicides—not homicides. Learn why suicide prevention is a critical part of responsible gun ownership and what every instructor should be teaching.
North Dakota Updates Carry Laws: What You Need to Know
House Bill 1588 reflects North Dakota’s continued commitment to protecting the rights of lawful gun owners while addressing practical, real-world scenarios like police encounters. It simplifies the law without introducing new restrictions — a positive move for citizens who choose to exercise their Second Amendment rights responsibly.
National Park Week and the Importance of Preparedness
Celebrate National Park Week by staying safe outdoors—carry a trauma kit, use reliable comms like ham radios or Garmin inReach, and know your rights to carry a firearm in national parks.
What Over 1,600 Armed Traffic Stops Reveal About Law Enforcement Interactions
This report analyzes 560 armed traffic stop encounters, revealing how often citizens are disarmed, officer reactions, duty to inform accuracy, and real stories from those pulled over while carrying.
Arkansas Law Now Requires Gun Education In Schools
Arkansas now requires K-12 gun safety education in schools—a major win for common-sense safety, parental rights, and normalizing responsible firearm awareness.
Comfort Is the Enemy of Growth: Challenge Yourself and Your Beliefs
We all love comfort. It’s human nature to seek ease, familiarity, and safety. But as cozy as it feels, comfort is the enemy of growth. When it comes to being…
How Dangerous Is Your Holster? [VIDEO]
I want to make sure whenever we make decisions on anything in life, that we make them with as much factual information as possible. In this video, I discuss two incidents in which a firearm owner had a negligent discharge due at least in some part to the holster they were using. Don’t worry, in both incidents, the subject survived and did not sustain any serious injury.
Evacuation Considerations for American Gun Owners
No neighborhood or home is immune to risk of fire and if you needed to evacuate what are some considerations when it comes to your firearms? What to do with your guns in an evacuation.
What is CPTED, And How Can It Make Your Family Safer?
Practice and implement the principles of CPTED because they are great for reducing the appeal of your home to criminals. But, while we are at it, I want to mention a couple of other things that you should be doing in addition to the aforementioned practices.
