Posts by Chad Winkler
Gearing Up for Whitetail Season in Mississippi
As the leaves begin to turn and the air takes on that unmistakable crispness, hunters across Mississippi are preparing for one of the most anticipated times of the year—whitetail deer…
Read More...Shotguns for Self-Defense: Power, Practicality, and the Truth.
When it comes to home defense, few firearms are as iconic—or as misunderstood—as the shotgun. Its reputation for raw stopping power and intimidation is well-earned, but myths surrounding its use…
Read More...Tactical Mental Training
In past “Tactical Mental Training (TMT)” posts we review real-world preparedness situations that demands situational awareness, mental conditioning, and the ability to respond under stress. The tragedy involving Iryna Zarutska…
Read More...The Importance Spiritual Fitness
On August 22, 2025, Iryna Zarutska—a 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee—was fatally stabbed in a random, unprovoked attack while riding the Charlotte Blue Line light rail home from work. She had come…
Read More...Boondocks’ Welcomes A New Instructor
JoAnna Dufrene is not technically new to Boondocks. She has been a frequent attendee of several classes hosted by guest instructors such as Tom Givens, Massad Ayoob, and others. As…
Read More...Violent Crime: Reports Vs. Reality
While Americans continue to grapple with the effects of crime, mainstream media reports that violent crime rates have been falling across the U.S. in 2025. The DC Crime Crackdown is probably…
Read More...Beyond the Gun: The Critical Importance of Holistic Firearms Training
Recently, my family and I wrapped up an epic road trip that included over 3,800 miles, 15 states (mostly in the Northeast), and Canada. I knew that several of the…
Read More...One Big Beautiful Bullet Bill
President Donald Trump’s recently signed One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) is making waves—not just for its sweeping economic and defense reforms, but for what it quietly delivers to American gun…
Read More...The Sig Sauer P320 Saga
The Sig Sauer P320 series handgun was released in 2014. It was initially greeted with much fanfare, but early issues suggested the gun would fire when dropped if it happened…
Read More...Plans for Expansion?
If you have been to Boondocks recently, you may have noticed a few changes including a new building going up, a few fewer trees in the area and some additional…
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