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Don’t Be a Ripper by Toby Ragsdale

There are many aspects to making an accurate archery shot. Today's subject is shooting a release aid CORRECTLY. Over the years I have heard them called many things, most of which we certainly can't print here. but the most commonly misused name I hear is...

Stun Guns by Ron Mullins

Although not covered in the general media, an important ruling came down from the United States Supreme Court this past month.  And if you are an advocate of safety, this ruling benefits you. A lower court in the state of Massachusetts ruled that “stun guns” were...

Safety Tips for Women of All Ages by Ron Mullins

If you’re a woman, whether you’re in high school, college, in the work force, married with children or have grandkids; this is for you, and for you to share with another woman. NEVER walk to your car alone in the dark.  Ask someone you trust to escort you.  If out for...

Could You Pull the Trigger? by Ron Mullins

On any given day, you can find a story in some media outlet about the increased number of guns being purchased. One reason for the increase in firearm sales is attributable to an increase in crime and a desire for the law-abiding citizen to be able to protect...

Hard Target by Thom Bolsch

Everyone has heard Ben Franklin’s old adage, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”.  This month’s article will focus on that ounce of prevention needed to protect your home and family from a burglary or home invasion. In order to implement the proper...

Profile of a Victim by Ron Mullins

A woman, by herself.  Young or Old, by herself. Distracted, by herself.  Displaying expensive clothes, purse and jewelry; by herself. Did you catch the recurring theme?   Whether we want to admit it or not, men (and sometimes women) prey on women and girls. Most...

Archery – Something for Everyone ​by ​Toby Ragsdale

As a kid I dreamed of playing for the Dallas Cowboys.  The only problem was when I finished my high school career I was too small, too slow, couldn’t throw well enough nor kick far enough so that dream never panned out.  Most sports require certain physical skills to...

Weight in Flight by Corby Rowe

Welcome back Anchor Point Readers!   Last month Toby gave us insight on arrow flight when shooting broad heads in “Wings on the Front”.  In the article he briefly touched on the unsafe practice of shooting under spine arrows and how it affects the accuracy of your...

Wings on the Front by Toby Ragsdale

With this sweltering heat it is hard to believe that hunting season is only a couple months away!  It's time to get the "huntin' rig" set-up and sighted in.   One of the most frequent questions I get from fellow bowhunters has to do with why their broadheads don't hit...

What is the “best gun”? by Trent Lozano

I truly wish I had a dollar for every time I have been asked this question.  I could have retired years ago! I spend a fair amount of time teaching classes or speaking at events that are related to the firearms industry.  I meet a lot of people who are just getting...

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