{"id":28565,"date":"2014-12-11T09:21:00","date_gmt":"2014-12-11T14:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/blog\/?p=28565"},"modified":"2014-12-11T09:21:00","modified_gmt":"2023-08-18T06:52:14","slug":"weather-outside-frightful","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/weather-outside-frightful\/","title":{"rendered":"When the Weather Outside is Frightful&#8211;5 Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>This can be a beautiful season for those of us that live in temperate zones. Christmas, Hanukkah, and other holidays offer decorations everywhere, multicolored lights adorn even the most ordinary structures and make them look splendid. And if you\u2019re really lucky, Old Man Winter will dump a few inches of fresh white powder on your town just in time to hear the sleigh bells off in the distance. And then you snap out of your eggnog-induced winter bliss and realize that it could be MONTHS before you\u2019re able to enjoy a trip to the range again!<\/p>\n<p>When your weekend greets you like this, it\u2019s doubtful you&#8217;ll be packing for a range trip!<\/p>\n<p>Well, that is the cold harsh reality of winter \u2013 but it needn\u2019t mean that you have to let your love of the shooting sports and all things guns languish and your skills atrophy while you take a long winter\u2019s nap. Here are some ideas of productive ways to make the best of the indoor months and still be deeply involved in your beloved hobby.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_28570\" style=\"width: 207px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Deadly-Deception.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"weather-outside-frightful\" title=\"When the Weather Outside is Frightful--5 Ideas\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28570\" title=\"When the Weather Outside is Frightful--5 Ideas\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-28570\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Deadly-Deception-197x300.jpg\" alt=\"Did you know that some of the GunsAmerica writers also write fiction? They get the gun details right, too.\" width=\"197\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Deadly-Deception-197x300.jpg 197w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Deadly-Deception-98x150.jpg 98w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Deadly-Deception.jpg 228w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 197px) 100vw, 197px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-28570\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Editor&#8217;s note:<\/em> I added this last title. Did you know that some of the GunsAmerica writers also write fiction? They get the gun details right, too.<\/p><\/div>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Read those gun books you bought<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>If you\u2019re even a little like me, you have a stack (or three) of books about guns, shooting, self-defense, reloading, disassembling, etc. We pick them up on GunsAmerica.com, at gun shows, online book sellers, and even from those emails we get from the NRA and others. But we\u2019re usually so busy \u201cdoing\u201d our beloved shooting and related activities that we set them aside with every good intention for \u2018later\u2019. Well now IS later \u2013 this winter try to read one ever week or two. Thinking this is a great idea, but you don\u2019t actually have any books yet? Gotcha covered. Here are just a few I recommend:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a title=\"Hands off my Gun\" href=\"https:\/\/smile.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1455584347\/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"weather-outside-frightful\" title=\"When the Weather Outside is Frightful--5 Ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Hands Off My Gun: Defeating the Plot to Disarm America<\/em> <\/a> by Dana Loesh<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"Deadly Force\" href=\"https:\/\/smile.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1440240612\/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"weather-outside-frightful\" title=\"When the Weather Outside is Frightful--5 Ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Deadly Force &#8211; Understanding Your Right To Self Defense<\/em> <\/a> by Massad Ayoob<\/li>\n<li><a title=\"No Second Place Winner\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Second-Place-Winner-William-Jordan\/dp\/0936279095\/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1418240272&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=No+Second+Place+Winner+by+Bill+Jordan\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"weather-outside-frightful\" title=\"When the Weather Outside is Frightful--5 Ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>No Second Place Winner<\/em><\/a> by Bill Jordan<\/li>\n<li><em><a title=\"Practical Shooting\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Practical-Shooting-Fundamentals-Brian-Enos\/dp\/0962692506\/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1418240318&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=practical+shooting\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"weather-outside-frightful\" title=\"When the Weather Outside is Frightful--5 Ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Practical Shooting<\/a> : Beyond Fundamentals<\/em> by Brian Enos<\/li>\n<li><em><a title=\"Deadly Deception\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Deadly-Deception-Volume-Wayne-Lincourt\/dp\/0983058075\/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1408636842&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=wayne+lincourt\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"weather-outside-frightful\" title=\"When the Weather Outside is Frightful--5 Ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Deadly Deception<\/a> <\/em>the new novel from GunsAmerica writer Wayne Lincourt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Build an AR-15<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div id=\"attachment_18887\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/ODIN-Works-15-e1398559251531.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"weather-outside-frightful\" title=\"When the Weather Outside is Frightful--5 Ideas\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18887\" title=\"When the Weather Outside is Frightful--5 Ideas\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-18887\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/ODIN-Works-15-400x266.jpg\" alt=\"ODIN Works makes great furniture and extras, and swapping basic parts keeps you in touch with your gun.\" width=\"400\" height=\"266\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-18887\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">ODIN Works makes great furniture and extras, and swapping basic parts keeps you in touch with your gun.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Winter months can be a perfect time to start a project that might otherwise seem daunting. And if the weather sucks, you can get your gun fix now by taking on a project like building a sporting rifle, or working on some mods to that old 1911 or Glock. Pick a project that is within your budget, skill level, and will result in something you desire \u2013 and go for it! With the resources available today via books, videos, and the Internet (carefully selected sources, that is) those of us that would never undertake such intimidating projects can tackle them proudly. And that feeling of accomplishment you\u2019ll get when it\u2019s done\u2026 priceless.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Take up Reloading<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div id=\"attachment_28563\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Lock-and-Load-10.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"weather-outside-frightful\" title=\"When the Weather Outside is Frightful--5 Ideas\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28563\" title=\"When the Weather Outside is Frightful--5 Ideas\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-28563\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Lock-and-Load-10-400x266.jpg\" alt=\"If you've never played with reloading, it can be a challange. The set up of a good press is the perfect way to spend a Saturday inside. Here, we're working with a Hornady Lock and Load AP. More on that, soon.\" width=\"400\" height=\"266\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Lock-and-Load-10-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Lock-and-Load-10-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Lock-and-Load-10.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-28563\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">If you&#8217;ve never played with reloading, it can be a challange. The set up of a good press is the perfect way to spend a Saturday inside. Here, we&#8217;re working with a Hornady Lock and Load AP. More on that, soon.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>If you don\u2019t already, consider whether reloading ammo is something for you. If you think it is, there is no better time than winter to get all the equipment you need and get it set up, then study the subject and learn how to get started. Again, there is a wealth of good information sources if you choose carefully. GunsAmerica.com has some good resources right here to help you. Reloading is not just a way to save some money and be more self-sufficient, but can be an enjoyable and relaxing hobby in its own right.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li><strong>Dry Fire Practice!<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>How would you like to emerge from your cocoon in the spring shooting more accurately, faster, and smoother than you did all this summer? It\u2019s possible to accomplish that without firing a single shot or making one trip to a range. Dry fire is the practice of pulling the trigger of an empty gun, put in the simplest way. But the term has grown to mean the art of training and performing skill building drills without using ammunition. There are a number of fantastic products on the market that make dry fire not only more productive, but downright fun. Most employ lasers and reactive targets to the subjectivity out of it and make it interesting. There are also a number of good training manuals (the above Brian Enos recommendation included).<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_28569\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/SIRT-Pistol-Profile-Red-Slide-Color-Right.png\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"weather-outside-frightful\" title=\"When the Weather Outside is Frightful--5 Ideas\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28569\" title=\"When the Weather Outside is Frightful--5 Ideas\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-28569\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/SIRT-Pistol-Profile-Red-Slide-Color-Right-400x271.png\" alt=\"The red slide on the SIRT from NLT is a good way to ensure you are dry firing the right gun.\" width=\"400\" height=\"271\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/SIRT-Pistol-Profile-Red-Slide-Color-Right-400x271.png 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/SIRT-Pistol-Profile-Red-Slide-Color-Right-150x101.png 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/SIRT-Pistol-Profile-Red-Slide-Color-Right.png 1008w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-28569\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The red slide on the SIRT from NLT is a good way to ensure you are dry firing the right gun.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>For you check out the <a title=\"SIRT from Next Level Training\" href=\"https:\/\/nextleveltraining.com\/product_list\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"weather-outside-frightful\" title=\"When the Weather Outside is Frightful--5 Ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SIRT pistols<\/a>. Or look at all the innovative designs from <a title=\"LaserLyte\" href=\"https:\/\/www.laserlyte.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"weather-outside-frightful\" title=\"When the Weather Outside is Frightful--5 Ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">LaserLtye<\/a>. They specialize in exactly these sorts of safe, effective practice methods<\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Get more training<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>You probably had a basic gun safety course from the NRA or a local club, or maybe a hunting class that combined safety and basic skills. Maybe in the past couple of years you have acquired a concealed carry permit and took the requisite training. Good \u2013 all of it. But unless you think that Driver\u2019s Ed qualifies you for Daytona, there is so much more to learn. The amount of good quality training available today is astounding. And it\u2019s not all about being a mall ninja. Taking your understanding and skill to the next level in whatever way turns you on: Competition skills, Self-Defense training, Tactical skills, Armorer and gunsmithing skills \u2013 you name it. Consider taking a few days\u2019 vacation and spend the price of a decent gun on some training that will make you better at whatever you want to be better at. And you can almost certainly find destination opportunities in warmer climates!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_28049\" style=\"width: 910px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/11\/SIG-P226-591.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"weather-outside-frightful\" title=\"When the Weather Outside is Frightful--5 Ideas\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28049\" title=\"When the Weather Outside is Frightful--5 Ideas\" class=\"wp-image-28049 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/11\/SIG-P226-591.jpg\" alt=\"The back of the target line at Thunderbird Tactical's range outside of Wichita, Ks. It gets cold here in the winter, but they still run classes--even in the snow.\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/11\/SIG-P226-591.jpg 900w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/11\/SIG-P226-591-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/11\/SIG-P226-591-400x266.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-28049\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The back of the target line at <a title=\"Thunderbird Tactical\" href=\"https:\/\/thunderbirdguns.com\/training\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"weather-outside-frightful\" title=\"When the Weather Outside is Frightful--5 Ideas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Thunderbird Tactical&#8217;s <\/a>range outside of Wichita, Ks. It gets cold here in the winter, but they still run classes&#8211;even in the snow. The motivation to shoot alone at the range may not be there, but a class forces you out. And you&#8217;ll be glad you did.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Those are just some ways you can spend the winter months staying in touch with your passion for firearms. You get the idea; actual shooting is only a small part of our sport or hobby. Learn to embrace the other elements of it when you can\u2019t shoot!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When the weather outside is frightful, it is up to you to find something productive to do. You can sit around watching reruns of Magnum P.I., or you can do something that will help hone your skills. No excuses. 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