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“End Black Targets” Campaign – Liberal Idiots

Now the familiar black silhouette shooting targets are being called “racist.” A petition at “change.org” demands that the International Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors stop using “Human Black Targets.” It’s all based on a University of Illinois study that identified shooting at a piece of paper with black on it as a “trigger bias.” Yep. They want police to stop training with…

What to Consider When Picking an Instructor

Worried about picking an instructor? Here are some things to consider. At first I didn’t care if an instructor was male or female, all that mattered that the instructor was knowledgeable and safe. After more than a handful of classes under my belt and teaching others myself, I realize my expectations have grown.

Beyond if the instructor is male or female, I consider these elements:

Does the…

Don’t Go the Distance

We all want to push the limits, to see what we can do. The trouble with shooting at a longer distance before establishing strong fundamentals is that even though you hit the target at 15, 20, 25 yards, you have no idea how you did it. Inconsistent results can frustrate new shooters and be discouraging. Mastering the seven fundamentals of marksmanship is more important than shooting at a distance,…

Instructor Types Along the Way

I never thought it would be easy. I knew it would be a struggle. Being a woman in the firearms field is still challenging. Julie Golob and other women like her have been doing it a long time. They have opened doors but each journey is different depending on your area. Stepping into the firearm community with a plan is not what most do. Having goals to achieve while others are just slinging brass…