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Bowhunting: Master the Mind Game

Bowhunting is as much of a mental game as it is a physical one. Try these exercises to help you get the best out of your bow and brain.

Why You Missed: Top 8 Most Common Shotgun Mistakes

Wait, you missed again? Time to take a break and see if you're suffering from some of shooting's most common bad habits.

The 26-Yard Hunting Zero

Much has been written on the ideal distance to zero a hunting rifle. There is no best sight-in range for everyone, because the range at which hunters expect to shoot their quarry differs considerably. There is one technique, however, that should allow you to hold your crosshairs on the vitals of deer-sized game and keep the bullet inside the vital zone out to 280 yards—and Jeff Johnston's ready to share it with you.

Meet Todd Jarrett

World-champion shooter will appear at the Blackhawk booth during NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits.

5 Reasons You Missed

Let's all be honest, here: misses happen. There's no shortage of variables at play when a hunter is taking a shot at game, and sometimes the odds are stacked against you. Here are the five most likely reasons you missed that last shot.

BullShooters: What Makes for an Accurate Rifle?

We all want rifles that shoot better than we do, but what really goes into creating such a work of art? They don’t happen by accident (actually, sometimes they do), so what goes into making one shoot tiny little groups on-demand? Keith Wood may have found the Bible.

National Rifle Association Premieres NRA Precision Long Range School

Registration is now open for the National Rifle Association's Precision Long Range School, with classes available July 2-3, Aug. 13-14, and Sept. 3-4, 2016, at Peacemaker National Training Center in Gerrardstown, West Virginia.

How to Hit More Ducks

Waterfowl season is just around the corner. Here are 10 tips guaranteed to make you a more skilled, efficient shot on ducks and geese.

7 Tips for Becoming a Better Wingshooter

Understanding these critical points will help you bag more birds with fewer shells this season.

Archery Accuracy Begins with Good Form

It's okay to be bossy when it's to help make sure a new archer is mastering his or her shooting fundamentals!

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