Posts by Chad Winkler
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 feels increasingly volatile. For Americans who value their Second Amendment rights, these developments underscore the importance of preparedness—not just in terms of self-defense, but also…
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 be instantly be transported to the blind if you happen to glance at the clock at 2:43, 3:08 or even 7:08. If you are tactical…
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 from former students and recently I ran into one while out and about. He mentioned he and his father took one of my classes a…
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 Pow Wow. “It was my 3rd year to go. I love how the instructors are really thoughtful and encouraging in whatever they are teaching us,…
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 year, Boondocks launched a new series of articles called “Sermon on Security” specifically focused on church security. This effort is spearheaded by Kevin Jones and…
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 learn a skill, you never forget it. When it comes to shooting and self-defense, that may or not be true. Take the time to watch…
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 previous generation, maybe it is a particular deer stand, or simply a whiff of a familiar smell. On one of my most recent hunts, I…
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 later, the Encore was released. With it’s stronger frame it greatly expanded the barrel options including the .308 Win, 30-06, and even the 375 H&H…
Read More...The Origin of Self Defense Laws
One of the most misunderstood areas of self-defense is the law. Many attribute the legal theories of Sir Edward Coke, Chief Justice of England from 1613 to 1616, as the basis for laws such as the Castle Doctrine. However, the origin of these laws go back much farther. Our laws are based on Judeo-Christian values.…
Read More...Election Reflection
The 2024 election is in the rearview mirror, and regardless if your preferred candidate won or lost, I think we can all agree we are glad the political commercials and text messages are over! Post election it is common for both sides, and Americans to reflect on the results. While the verbal vitriol is becoming…
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