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Another Successful Women on Target Clinic at Rappahannock Pistol and Rifle Club

Dave Petersen instructor on the pistol range with Anitra Mackey, Ann Parks, and Kim Haynie

Virginia Shooting Sports Association

Virginia - -(Ammoland.com)- Rappahannock Pistol and Rifle Club (RPRC), a VSSA affiliated club, held their fall Women On Target (WOT) Instructional Shooting Clinic on Oct 1st.

The club had 49 women and about 40 club volunteers. Once again the clinic was a great success.

Using feedback provided by attendees of the spring clinic and the club’s observations from the spring WOT clinic, the club incorporated informational sessions this time which provided the ladies additional learning opportunities while waiting their turn on the actual firing line.

The club also had a Virginia State Trooper provide two sessions on personal protection in the morning and then in the afternoon one of the club’s veteran NRA certified instructors spoke on what the ladies needed to consider when selecting a pistol.

Thanks to the RPRC volunteers, transitioning the ladies between the informational session and the firing ranges occurred without a problem.

VSSA supported the club event with ammunition and eye protection.

Thanks to RPRC member Susan Hudson for providing the photos and report.

About:
The Virginia Shooting Sports Association (VSSA) was originally founded as the Virginia State Rifle and Revolver Association in 1938. VSSA is the official state association of the National Rifle Association. VSSA is also closely affiliated with the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP), Virginia Outdoor Sports Information Network (VOSIN), National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), Virginia Gun Collectors Association, and the Virginia Wildlife Federation (VWF). Visit: www.myvssa.org

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Prois Hunting & Field Apparel Partners with NRA Women’s Programs

National Rifle Association

FAIRFAX, Va. --(Ammoland.com)- NRA’s Women’s Programs is excited to announce that Prois Hunting & Field Apparel has signed on to support the Women On Target Hunting Programs and the Women’s Wilderness Escape.

This partnership combines the best in hunting and shooting attire designed specifically for women with the best in women’s shooting and hunting programs.

“Working with the NRA is great, we believe in their programs and what they do for women,” said Kirstie Pike, CEO of Prois. “NRA acknowledges that there are a lot of women out there looking to get involved in the shooting and hunting arenas.”

Based in Gunnison, Colorado, Prois features a line of performance and athletic hunting and shooting apparel for women. Made in the USA, Prios uses the latest materials and technology to provide their customers with the best in fit, style and function. Since their launch in 2008, female hunters and shooters have consistently turned to Prios to outfit themselves while afield.

“Our fabrics and features are what set us apart,” Pike said, noting that the fabrics Prois uses are a step above what women typically expect in traditional hunting attire.

As part of the agreement, Prois will supply gear for Women On Target’s® Field Hunt Coordinators based on terrain, season, and species being hunted. They will also provide items for participants of the 2011 Women’s Wilderness Escape this fall.

“We’re thrilled to have Prois as the official sponsor for the Women On Target Hunting Programs and to have them join our industry partners in supporting the Women’s Wilderness Escape events,” said Women On Target Hunt Program Coordinator Ann Marie Foster. “The quality and flattering design of their apparel is top -notch.”

PRÓIS Hunting And Field Apparel

Foster added that ladies can now get to the Prois’ website directly from the Women On Target Hunting Program and Women’s Wilderness Escape websites.

“We wanted to make it as convenient as possible for our ladies to browse over quality gear for their next Women On Target hunting excursion or shooting adventure, and Prois has made it easy to do just that!” Foster said.

To learn more about Prois Hunting and Field Apparel, visit www.proishunting.com. For more information on NRA Women’s Programs, visit www.nrawomen.org or call 1 (800) 861-1166.

About:
Established in 1871, the National Rifle Association is America’s oldest civil rights and sportsmen’s group. Four million members strong, NRA continues its mission to uphold Second Amendment rights and to advocate enforcement of existing laws against violent offenders to reduce crime. The Association remains the nation’s leader in firearm education and training for law-abiding gun owners, law enforcement and the military. Visit: www.nra.org

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