Posts by Chad Winkler
On The Hunt: For Artificial Intelligence
Recently I have been “hunting” for a way to increase efficiency with work related tasks. So I thought I would give AI a try for summarizing some of the daily…
Read More...Essential Reading for Firearms Instructors & Gun Owners
I recently certified 10 new firearms instructors, and during these classes I always encourage them to continue their education by recommending they start with some essential reading. I thought I…
Read More...World On Fire?
June 2025 has been a month marked by escalating global conflicts, domestic political violence, and growing civil unrest. From the Middle East to the streets of Los Angeles, the world…
Read More...By The Numbers
As the days tick away, it is hard not to think about the upcoming hunting season, especially with so many daily reminders. If you are a deer hunter you may…
Read More...Consistency is Key for Concealed Carry
I often get approached by former students, most of the time they just stop and say hi, and that they enjoyed the class. Occasionally I get more in depth questions…
Read More...2025 Pow Wow Posts
The 2025 Pow Wow is in the books, and by the reponses, the ladies loved all the training sessions this year. Below are just a few on the posts of…
Read More...Church Security Team Member Killed
On Saturday, April 12th a deacon and church security team member, Eddie Shed, was killed while trying to protect others at an Easter Egg hunt in Gulfport, MS. Earlier this…
Read More...It’s Just Like Riding a Bike
You have probably heard that saying a thousand times. It usually means something is easy to do because you’ve already learned how to do it. It implies that once you…
Read More...Senderos & Smoke
If you grew up hunting with family and friends, this time of year can trigger a lot of great memories. Maybe it is firearm that was handed down from the…
Read More...Sweet Singles
In 1967 Thompson Center Arms launched the Contender. A single shot break action pistol with the unique ability to quickly change barrels and shoot a variety of calibers. Thirty years…
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