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You should ask these questions all the time. You know the adage, you get out of it, what you put into it! That's very true when it comes to shooting. Whether for competition, hunting or personal protection, you have to put in the time. Watching videos and reading articles is good, but ultimately, you have to do it! The piece of advice I'm going to give you this month...Don't look at training as a gauge of your abilities, look at it as a stepping stone to perfection! 2026 Legislative Reports
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Hope you're enjoying the summer and making the most of these longer days as we head into August! During one of our recent New York State 18-Hour Pistol Permit courses, a student asked us a simple but important question: "What's the most important part of firearms training?" The easy answer is, all of it. Safe gun handling, marksmanship, legal knowledge, defensive tactics, and decision-making all play critical roles in becoming a responsible armed citizen. But if we had to choose one skill that stands above the rest, our answer is situational awareness. Whether you carry a firearm every day or simply own one for home defense, your ability to recognize potential danger before it becomes a threat is one of the most valuable skills you can develop. Situational awareness gives you time—time to identify a problem, avoid it altogether, or prepare to respond if necessary. The best defensive encounter is often the one you never have to fight. The good news is that situational awareness is a skill anyone can improve. The challenge is that it requires conscious effort and regular practice until it becomes second nature. One of the biggest obstacles we see today? Our phones. Cell phones are incredible tools, but they're also one of the greatest distractions in our daily lives. Every moment spent looking down at a screen is a moment you're not paying attention to what's happening around you. This month, challenge yourself to make one simple change:
These small habits cost nothing, require no special equipment, and can make a tremendous difference in your personal safety. Remember, carrying a firearm is about far more than marksmanship. It's about avoiding danger whenever possible, making sound decisions under stress, and taking responsibility for your own safety and the safety of those around you. This month's challenge: Practice being present. Observe. Pay attention. Stay aware. Stay in touch with 2BearArms for all the latest updates to laws and regulations in NYS.
Women on Target Also, we are looking for feedback and interest in a women-only monthly pistol clinic. This focused training opportunity is being designed to build real confidence and skills. It will mirror and build off our Women on Target program. Reach out if you would be interested in this one evening a month program. NYS 18-Hour Pistol Permit Courses — Register Now
We work with your schedule and provide more live-fire range time than any other training provider in the Hudson Valley—giving you real, practical experience you won’t get elsewhere. Ready to Level Up? Become an Instructor Spots are limited across all programs, and courses continue to fill quickly. Our summer private, 1on1 lessons are booking now. Reach out to find a day/time that works for you. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for real-time updates and newly added classes. Best regards, NYS 18HR PISTOL PERMIT COURSE NRA BASICS OF PISTOL SHOOTING INSTRUCTOR COURSE Thursday/Friday, August 27/28-5:30pm-10:00pm AND Saturday, August 29-8:00am-4:0pm |
