You may remember the story of a “cops and robbers” game that went horribly wrong back in 2015. An 8-year-old child in Mooresville, North Carolina, used his dad’s rifle — not knowing it was loaded — and shot his friend. It wasn’t fatal, fortunately, but the story likely haunted everyone who read it. The story…
The Kids S.A.F.E. Foundation: Keeping children safe
Gun safety is one of the most crucial parts of responsible gun ownership. That’s why Sporting Systems is a proud sponsor of the nonprofit Kids S.A.F.E. Foundation (safe around firearms education). This lifesaving program utilizes prevention education and basic safety skills to educate children of all ages on the importance of gun safety. Everyone from…
What To Do With Guns After A Death In The Family
Many people are planning a will or setting up a trust. Getting an estate in order can be a big job. For many people, it is unclear what will happen to their firearms after they die. For those left behind, they may be faced with many decisions, including what to do with guns after a…
Youth Gun Safety: A Smart Parent’s Guide to Keeping Kids Safe
Gun ownership is one of the greatest freedoms the United States guarantees its citizens. However, it’s up to each citizen to be a responsible gun owner. This includes understanding how to handle a firearm safely, storing your firearm securely, and transporting your firearm according to local jurisdictions. Being a responsible gun owner goes beyond the…
What makes a gun reliable?
As a citizen of the United States, it is your second amendment right to own a gun. Part of that right is being a responsible gun owner, including safe storage, transportation, and use. It’s been said a carpenter is only as good as their tools, the same applies to the reliability of a firearm. Gun…
Tips for a beginner with guns
Now that you have chosen to buy a new gun, there are some important must-knows that come along with it. There is a lot more to loading the gun and heading out to fire it at the shooting range. Here are several key things to think about when it comes to using your new gun….
The 12 Golden Rules Of Gun Safety
At Sporting Systems, our goal is to serve the Vancouver community. We stock the region’s best variety of common and specialty firearms, and our friendly, knowledgeable staff are ready to assist you. Whether you are a longtime sporting enthusiast or have never picked up a gun before, we can help you find the right firearm…
How long does it take to get decent at shooting firearms?
If you have recently purchased a firearm, you are probably excited to get out there and become familiar with how it shoots. Learning to shoot your new firearm requires confidence and plenty of patience. As with any sport or profession, the longer you practice and the more experience you have, the better you’ll become. It…
How do gun locks work?
One of the most important aspects of owning a firearm is knowing how to safely store it. As one of the first steps of firearm safety, proper storage means a secure safe or gun locker at home as well as secure cases or locks on firearms during transit. Safety devices like these help prevent unauthorized…
Firearm Safety Rules
Firearms are powerful tools and must be treated with respect at all times. As a firearm owner and operator, your primary goal should always be to stay safe and never take shortcuts or become complacent. Here are the Four Rules of Firearm Safety: Rule #1: Always treat a firearm as if it’s loaded Every firearm…