WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, is pleased to announce that A Girl & A Gun Women’s Shooting League has become an official partner of NSSF’s First Shots® program, the introductory and refresher target-shooting program made available through host target-shooting ranges across the country.

Founded in 2011, A Girl & A Gun Women's Shooting League is a women-only gun club introducing women and girls to pistol, rifle and shotgun shooting. The league is designed to help women feel more confident and comfortable when learning about recreational shooting and training at the range.

With its more than 300 chapters nationwide, the collaboration of a A Girl & A Gun and NSSF’s First Shots program has the ability to reach thousands of first-time shooters as well as those who want to renew their interest in the shooting sports.

“The partnership between A Girl & A Gun and First Shots has the power to introduce countless newcomers and novices to recreational shooting, firearm safety and a supportive community that enjoys target shooting and training together,” said Zach Snow, NSSF Director, Member Development. “More and more Americans want to learn about recreational shooting and owning firearms for personal security, and First Shots has been designed to assist them by providing education in the classroom and experience on the firing line.”

By providing safe, fun and memorable educational experiences, First Shots partners and host ranges are having great success in attracting first-timers, further engaging new gun owners and reactivating lapsed participants. Surveys show that more than 43 percent of First Shots participants are converted to target-shooting enthusiasts, demonstrating that First Shots is fulfilling a need for providing a supportive environment to those who want to know more about recreational shooting and firearm ownership.

“A Girl & A Gun is proud to partner with NSSF to expand its First Shots program throughout our network. Because our specialty is welcoming women and families to firearms training, the program is a natural fit for our community. We are excited about working with the NSSF and our host range partners to introduce more people to recreational and defensive shooting and prepare them for long-term participation in the shooting sports,” said Robyn Sandoval, President & CEO of A Girl & A Gun.

NSSF invites other organizations associated with the shooting sports and industry to consider becoming a First Shots partner. The benefits to the organization and to the future of the shooting sports are considerable. Learn how to become a First Shots partner by contacting Ann Gamauf at 203-426-1320 ext. 247.

If you’re interested in learning about firearm safety, range etiquette and the basic firearm fundamentals to get you on target, find a First Shots seminar near you!