Concealed Carry for Seniors: Tips, Tools and Training for Aging Gun Owners
As we age, personal safety often becomes a growing concern, especially in the face of increasing violence targeting older adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the rate of nonfatal assaults against adults aged 60 and older increased by...
What-If Games: Building Confidence & Situational Awareness
By Eugene Nielsen 02/09/2025 Law enforcement officers and other professionals, such as emergency responders and security personnel, often use what-if games as a critical part of their training and preparedness strategies. These mental exercises involve imagining...
Understanding the Reasonable Person Standard in Self-Defense Cases
By Anthony L. DeWitt 10/24/2024 Understanding the Reasonable Person Standard in Self-Defense Cases Many people have heard of the “reasonable person” standard, but few understand what that term actually means, especially in self-defense cases. This is because we all...
Body Language & Personal Safety
Body Language is Everything When it Comes to Personal Safety We recently spoke with Sarah Shendy, who not only served as a police officer for 14 years but also is the Director of the Ohio Office of Law Enforcement Recruitment. She helped us understand more...
Beginner’s Guide to Concealed Carry
By USCCA 12/23/2024 Beginner’s Guide to Concealed Carry Concealed carry may seem daunting and a bit overwhelming. It doesn’t have to be. This beginner’s guide to concealed carry will provide you with the necessary direction to get started. Building Skills for...
Pepper Spray vs. Pepper Gel | Mace® Brand
Get empowered! Explore Mace® Brand pepper spray and pepper gel products and learn how to keep yourself safe with our new training programs. You have probably heard of pepper spray for personal safety, but are you familiar with pepper gel? It’s a different formula with...
Non-Resident vs. Resident Concealed Carry Permits
By USCCA 12/09/2024 Non-Resident vs. Resident Concealed Carry Permits Understanding the diverse landscape of concealed carry permits is crucial for responsible gun owners. One often overlooked topic is that of the nuances between resident and non-resident permits....
How to Lock Up a Gun Without a Gun Safe
By Ed Combs 04/11/2020 How to Lock Up a Gun Without a Gun Safe So you’ve acquired your first gun and you’ve heard everyone say, “When you’re not holding or wearing it, you need to lock it up.” Well, if you’re new to this, that’s easier said than done, isn’t it? Until...
Best Practices for Traveling With Firearms
By Brad Lewis 02/28/2024 Best Practices for Traveling With Firearms Traveling, whether by plane or in your car, with the reassurance of self-protection is often a consideration for those who carry concealed. Ensuring your safety and that of your loved ones, even while...
Best Concealed Carry Guns for Women
By Beth Alcazar 09/23/2024 Best Concealed Carry Guns for Women As more women take charge of their personal safety, finding the best concealed carry gun has become a priority for many. With the rise in female firearm ownership, manufacturers have designed handguns...