An association to promotes th development of state-of-the-art target shooting facilities. Also provides advocacy of these facilities by providing communication, information, and partnerships between the ranges, the community and the industry.
Contains a directory of firearm manufacturers and distributors, pro gun ownership statistics covering crime, firearms production, and firearms sales, links to state and federal gun laws, political insights, industry news, gun reviews, community forums, and more. Sponsored by the National Association of Federally Licensed Firearms Dealers (NAFLFD) and the Professional Gun Retailers Association (PGRA).
A state-by-state listing of shooting ranges and target shooting facilities to find where to practice target shooting, find a safety course or learn how to get started in shooting. Find what you're looking for at a range near you.
Details of historical firearms such as matchlock, wheel lock, snaphaunce, flintlock including and approximate timeline for the evolution of firing mechanisms.
A collection of links to material with safety tips for young hunters. Topics include safety rules for firearms, water hunting, bow hunting, tree stand safety, hunting and shooting sports resources and statistics. Some material is specific to Michigan. From the University of Michigan Health System.
A concise introduction to the firearms used in the US Civil War, including technical specifications, soldier's opinions of the weapons, the impact caused by weapon shortages, key foreign and domestic manufacturers, and status of production by the war's end. Includes a bibliography. From the Gettysburg National Military Park of the U.S. National Park Service.
This program is designed to help youth learn marksmanship, the safe and responsible use of firearms and the principles of hunting and archery. The activities of the program and support of adult leaders provide young people with opportunities to develop life skills, self-worth, and conservation ethics.
Trade association for the shooting, hunting and firearms industry. Formed in 1961, the National Shooting Sports Foundation is a not-for-profit organization with a membership of more than 3,600 manufacturers, distributors, retailers, sportsmen's organizations and publishers.
