Liberty and the Enduring Value of the Second Amendment
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, communities across the country are beginning to reflect on what it truly means to be American. This milestone is more than a celebration of history—it is a reminder of the principles that have carried this nation forward for two and a half centuries. Among those principles, few…
Read More...Perfection?
For years, if you asked a class full of students—or even instructors—about Glock, you’d hear the same things repeated. “They’re reliable.” “They just work.” “They’re simple.” You’d also hear the other side of it.“The grip isn’t great.” “I had to modify mine to make it feel right.” “The optics setup could be better.”And the honest…
Read More...After Action Course Review: Active Shooter Armed Response (ASAR)
The Active Shooter Armed Response (ASAR) course at Boondocks Firearms Training Academy is an eight-hour, one-day program that combines classroom instruction with live-fire range training. The course is built around a clear objective: helping students understand the realities of an active shooter event, develop an effective response, and apply critical skills under pressure in a…
Read More...Church Security Training: More Than a Legal Requirement
Mississippi Code §49-9-171 provides a legal framework for church security teams and grants certain immunity protections to team members who are acting within the scope of their duties and in accordance with the law. Those protections are important, but they do not replace the need for proper training, sound policies, and regular practice. Under Mississippi…
Read More...The “Gray Man” Mindset in a Loud Political World
This article expands on our March 2023 post entitled “The 5 C’s of Concealed Carry” as it relates to the many stories we see “In The News”, most recently which include political violence and vitriol. To get the full effect of the article, read “The 5 C’s of Concealed Carry” first. In today’s political climate,…
Read More...BOLO Notices and Church Security: Intelligence, Not Gossip
I once heard a young church security team leader say, “I don’t like gossip.” My response was simple: relevant, timely information isn’t gossip—it’s intelligence.A BOLO (Be On the Lookout) notice may be one of the most valuable tools a church safety team has when preparing for a potential near-term issue. When used correctly, it helps…
Read More...Attempted Shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner
On the evening of April 25, gunfire erupted near the security screening area of the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner at the Washington Hilton. President Donald Trump, the first lady, the vice president, and cabinet members were evacuated by the U.S. Secret Service. A 31‑year‑old suspect, Cole Tomas Allen of California, was arrested at the…
Read More...Training to Win: Understanding the Levels of Firearms Training
One of the most common mistakes armed citizens make is assuming that practice equals preparedness. Shooting occasionally at the range—or even completing a basic permit class—can create a false sense of confidence. In reality, winning a defensive encounter requires structured, progressive training that prepares the defender for stress, chaos, and decision‑making under pressure. Training to…
Read More...LONG GUNS FOR CHURCH SECURITY?
When working with church security teams around the state, we are often asked, “What about deploying a long gun (rifle) in the role of church security?” Short answer: Yes — a long gun can be part of a church security program, but it raises legal, logistical, and operational tradeoffs that make handguns and well‑trained personnel…
Read More...Instinct vs. Intuition in Defensive Shooting
When using a firearm for self-defense you don’t have the luxury of relying on instincts. Many gun owners use the terms instinct and intuition interchangeably. They are two very different engines driving your performance. Understanding the distinction can be the difference between a controlled, legal response and a tragic mistake. Instinct: The Primal HardwiringInstincts are…
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