West Penn Rod & Gun Club

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

7 Reasons Why Kids Aren’t Deer Hunting

There aren’t enough young hunters to replace those who are aging out of the sport. But why? The answers might not be what you think

5 fly fishing tips for beginners

Fly fishing isn't complicated or exclusive to those with a lot of money. It's easy and you can get started fishing for cheap.

Why I Don’t Drink Budweiser…and Why I’m Not Alone

Budweiser has always been far more about marketing than beer. The founder of Anheuser Busch, Adolphus Busch, refused to drink his own brew, calling it “that slop” (he was German, of cou…

8 Uncommon Rifle Shooting Tips For Beginners

Title image: This new shooter has exercised proper trigger follow through while shooting my Lithgow Enfield. Unfortunately, one leg of the rest he is using has begun to fall off the table. He will have to readjust his shooting position before he takes the next shot, which may cause his group to open up. Teaching …<br>Read More …

11 Things New Shooters Need to Know

Rifles 101. Whether you're a rifle beginner or an old pro, these 11 rifle shooting tips will help you with accuracy, fatigue, and overall skill level.

Girls with guns: Three women explain why they love hunting.

"It's more ethical than any other way of harvesting meat."

Science Goes Ballistic: 8 Guns for Hunting Knowledge

Some scientists might pride themselves on their finesse with a pipette or mathematical expertise. But for others, part of the appeal of scientific research is getting to play with very powerful toys. And naturally, some of those toys are guns.

Creating a Hunting Club: Reap What You Sow

A club is all about the membership, the friendships and combined dedication and work ethic to produce results that benefit all. There just aren’t many things in this life as rewarding as fruitful work.

How to Start a Hunting or Shooting Club for Juniors

Can you imagine having never had the opportunity to learn about our favorite pastimes? Me neither!

Hunting Apps: Find the Perfect Hunting and Fishing Spots

Here’s some guidance on some favorite hunting apps and how to use them both legally and ethically, whether you’re searching out public or private land spots.

How to Stay Warm in Cold Weather Hunting

Late season hunting means frigid weather and frozen toes. Be prepared and prolong your hunt with these cold-beating strategies and tips from NAW.

How to Introduce Kids to Hunting

There was a time when every kid dreamed of going hunting with their parents, bagging a limit of birds or a trophy buck, and enjoying the spoils of the hunt

Will Public Land Hunting Disappear?

The Benefits of Hunting Run Deap

Anyone who hunts or fishes experiences some form of unexplainable satisfaction from their outdoor pursuits. Studies have even shown that increases men's so-called "love hormone."

Tips for staying safe while hunting

Do you know what to do if caught in a bad weather situation while hunting from a boat?

Can the Crossbow Save Hunting?

One of the biggest concerns in the hunting industry is a declining number of hunters. We are losing hunters faster than we can recruit them. In spite of an occasional uptick in hunter numbers, we’re losing ground—ground we can’t afford to lose. But one bright spot is the expansion of crossbow seasons across the country. State after state is making it legal to hunt with a crossbow and it is helping. Probably the single largest contributing factor to the decline in hunter numbers…

7 Tips For Having A Successful Javelina Hunting

Javelina hunting is not only challenging, it is exciting, thrilling and adventurous too. The cryptically colored quarry is easier to stalk, compared to deer. They can see and hear and can smell and sense your presence if you are not a little careful. You are to be careful about the direction of the wind; else …

On the trail: A greenhorn’s guide to spring turkey hunting

They were little more than six brown dots on a green landscape 800 yards away.

How to Find and Access Public Land for Hunting

With the right gear, a little time spent researching on the Internet, installing a smartphone mapping app and making a few phone calls, any hunter can tap into America's public lands and have an opportunity to be successful.