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 ranges. Since purchasing Boondocks in April of 2022, Larry Rowlett has been planning for additional shooting opportunities for members and students alike. These plans have…
Read More...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 conversations and meetings I attend. I was very impressed with the accuracy, and thought it would be fun to see what AI says about the…
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 would include these recommendations in this month’s Training Tips as this type of information is essential for all gun owners. Firearms education is more than…
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 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...Importance of Church Incident Documentation
One aspect of church safety often overlooked is the importance of proper incident documentation. Granted, conversations about paperwork may not be as stimulating as topics such as active shooters, medical crises, choice of radios, or armed vs. unarmed security teams, but the need for proper documentation is extremely important. In this article, we will discuss…
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...Getting The Message
Reliable and timely communication for a church security team is critical to ensure the effectiveness of the team. Team members must be able to disseminate information during “non-duty hours” for rosters, schedule changes, relevant training opportunities, and more. However, for this topic we want to focus on technologies and devices your team may use while…
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...Standards for Church Security Teams
It is imperative that armed church security teams enforce training and performance standards for members relative to their firearm skills. In the words of Tom Givens, Rangemaster Firearms Training Services, LLC, “There are no misses in gunfights, only unintended hits.” With the physical confines of a church building, and the likelihood that many people will…
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