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Attention all Hams! The Yavapai Amateur Radio Club (YARC) of Prescott, Ariz.—broadcasting from the Gunsite Academy’s 2,000-acre campus north of Prescott—will operate a special event station Nov. 17, 2016, to help celebrate the NRA’s 145th birthday.

Ginny Thrasher, a 19-year-old shooter from Springfield, Va., won the first gold medal of the 2016 Olympic Games for Team USA. Thrasher triumphed over silver medalist Du Li of China by a full point in the women’s 10-meter air rifle event, and she said it all began with a deer hunt.

Not everyone who attends an NRA Outdoors event will kill a trophy sheep—but they’ll be given an opportunity to make the most of world-class training and facilities just the same as the folks who will. It’s hard to argue with that.

Whether it’s part of a guided hunt or is a separate off-season event with family and friends, camping is a quintessential part of the outdoor experience. Fortunately for today’s camper—maybe softened just a little by those modern conveniences—you don’t have to suffer or go without basic creature comforts. Here’s a look at eight items to make your time spent in the wilderness more comfortable.

The 10th Annual NRA-ILA Dinner and Auction, presented by Kimber, will take place this year in the Grand Ballroom of the Galt House Hotel in Louisville, Ky., on Friday, May 20, at 6 p.m. This highly anticipated event, which attracts celebrities, industry executives and a host of Second Amendment supporters from around the country, provides direct support for NRA’s legislative, legal and political efforts.

Gander Mountain has announced that its NRA Weekend will be held on Saturday, Sept. 10 and Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016. During the special event, customers can purchase a discounted NRA membership for $30, and will receive a $25 Gander Mountain gift card alongside the discounted membership.

Join fellow hunters at the NRA Great American Outdoor Show, the world’s largest outdoor show, from Feb. 4-12. This nine-day event in Harrisburg, Pa., celebrates the hunting, fishing and outdoor traditions observed by millions of Americans.

NRA Country and Military Warriors Support Foundation presented homes to three combat wounded heroes May 21, 2016, at the "NRA Presents Toby Keith with special guest Chris Janson" concert at Louisville's YUM! Center, a key event during the 145th NRA Annual Meetings and Exhibits.