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Teaching Your Kids About Navigating the World Safely

Did you know May 17th was National Walk Safely to School Day? For many children, walking to school is a rite of passage, but it can also present safety challenges, especially when it comes to encountering strangers. Parents should accompany younger children on their route to school until they’re confident in their ability to navigate […]

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Binoculars for the Biggest Week In American Birdwatching

Binoculars for Birdwatching The Biggest Week in American Birding is the time of year when birdwatchers devote more of their time to a variety of birdwatching-related activities, including raising awareness about birds and their importance to our ecosystem.  True birdwatchers, also known as, “birders” (the term for casual watchers), observe wild birds any time of the year […]

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Texting and Driving Can Have Devastating and Far-Reaching Consequences 

Even though April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and the National Safety Council wants you to prioritize roadway safety and keep each other safe on the road all the time. In an era where smartphones are ubiquitous, the temptation to stay connected at all times is a challenge and for many of us the temptation […]

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Human Trafficking is a Disgusting Real Thing Happening Near You

As an author, I strive to write page-turning thrillers with killer twist endings, but I also try to feature a social cause in each of my books. I find the research to be enlightening, but at times, disturbing. Human Trafficking is a Disgusting Real Thing Happening Near You In my third novel, Shades of Silence, my […]

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Safety Glasses – The New Cool Fashion for Safe LivinG

Why Wear Safety Glasses? The American Association of Ophthalmology (AAO) recognizes April as Sports Eye Safety Month to educate the public regarding the importance of wearing eye protection, especially when engaging in activities where an eye-related injury could occur. According to the AAO, basketball is the leading cause of sports-related eye injuries in the United […]

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Clean Hands Save Lives: The Importance of Hand Washing to Prevent Lead Poisoning

Poison Prevention Week serves as a timely reminder that it’s essential to shed light on a lesser-known yet significant aspect of poisoning prevention: the serious health risk of lead exposure in shooting environments. While lead poisoning can stem from various sources, including old paint and contaminated water, the prevalence of lead residues in shooting ranges […]

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Keeping the Tradition of Safety Alive

When I hear the words “Tradition”, “Firearms” & “Safety” there are several firearms companies that have been around a very long time that exemplify those words, one of those being Colt.   In 1836, Colt was issued the US Patent for the first Colt firearm and to this day they continue to deliver some of the world’s […]

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Bullying: Definition, Intervention and Prevention

Bullies come in all shapes and sizes. Being a victim of bullying can have far-reaching psychological effects on children, adolescents and adults. If you have ever been bullied, you always remember the bully, the actions taken by the bully and the way the bully made you feel, whether you were in their presence or not. […]

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Physical Fitness Benefits of Sports

There are many physical benefits to taking up shooting sports.  Increased strength, stamina, balance, hand/eye coordination and fine motor skills are just some of the benefits.  For instance, hand guns greatly increase arm and wrist strength.  Just like traditional recreational sports, shooting sports can keep you active, build confidence and increase self-esteem as well as toughen your mental […]

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Navigating the Digital Playground

Balancing Parental Monitoring and Online Safety for Kids  In an era dominated by digital connectivity, parents find themselves faced with the challenging task of ensuring their children’s safety in the vast online landscape without compromising their privacy. The prevalence of social media platforms, online gaming, and virtual interactions has made it imperative that parents strike […]