Register Now for NRA Whittington Center Women's Wilderness Escape 2023

As a women-only event, you will learn to shoot in a friendly, non-threatening environment.

by posted on September 9, 2023
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Located near beautiful Raton, New Mexico, the NRA Whittington Center is home to the nation's premier hunting, shooting, and outdoor recreation facility. Founded in 1973, the Center offers ranges for every kind of shooting discipline, a shotgun center, a firearms museum, specialized firearms training, and so much more!

The Women's Wilderness Escape is an introduction to the proper and safe use of firearms. As a women-only event, you can rest assured that you will learn in a friendly, non-threatening environment with women just like you. By the end of the week, you will have experience shooting and a working knowledge of over nine different types of firearms. No experience necessary!

Whether you are new to firearms or an experienced shooter, your experience and knowledge will grow to new levels as you nurture your curiosity and refine your skills under the helpful coaching and guidance of our expert instructors. During this event, participants are divided into groups and attend different activities while you have the safe opportunity to handle and shoot many different types of firearms.

What is provided:

  • All firearms and ammunition 
  • Super Firearms Instructors 
  • Awesome Lodging onsite 
  • Great food
  • The opportunity to meet new people from all over the country to form lasting friendships

Space is Limited and Will Sell Out!

$1,600 Per Person/All Inclusive

For more: nrawc.org/womens-wilderness-escape-2023

To register: Becky Fish [email protected] (575) 445-3615

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