Knife of the Year: Abalone Lock-Back Folder Knife

Whether you’re a hunter, competitive shooter or just a proud gun owner, Friends of nra has something for everyone. The format is simple—food, fun, family and fundraising! At every Friends of nra banquet you’ll have the opportunity to participate in games, raffles, live and silent auctions, and more. You’ll also find many unique items including limited edition firearms, wildlife art, jewelry and outdoor gear. To learn more about events in your area, visit www.friendsofnra.org, contact your local field representative or call (800) 672-3888, ext. 1342. Central Region Director—Chad Franklin

cfranklin@nrahq.orgIA, NE—Tim Bacon

tbacon@nrahq.orgNorthern IL—Mike Huber

mhuber@nrahq.orgSouthern IL—Donald Higgs

dhiggs@nrahq.orgIN—Craig Haggard

chaggard@nrahq.orgMI—Allan Herman

aherman@nrahq.orgWI—Scott Taetsch

staetsch@nrahq.org

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Northern MO—Travis Scotttscott@nrahq.org

Southern MO—Gregg Pearregpearre@nrahq.org

KY—John LaRowejlarowe@nrahq.org

STATE ASSOCIATIONSnra-affiliated state associations promote and support the purposes, objectives, policies and programs of the nra. For more information, contact your state association listed here, or log on to www.nrahq.org/clubs/index.asp.Illinois State Rifle Ass’n

Richard Pearson, Executive Director(815) 635-3198; executive@isra.org

Indiana State Rifle and Pistol Ass’nJerry Wehner, President(812) 534-3258; president@isrpa.org

Iowa State Rifle and Pistol Ass’nBill Besgrove, Secretary(319) 626-2710

League of Kentucky Sportsmen, Inc.Tom Mansfield, nra Liaison(859) 858-0135thomasjmansfield@gmail.com

Michigan Rifle and Pistol Ass’nLeo Cebula, President(269) 781-1223; lcebula@hotmail.com

Missouri Sport Shooting Ass’nKevin Jamison, President(314) 440-3811; kljamison@earthlink.net

Nebraska Marksmanship Ass’nBill Keil, President(402) 933-4881; hpinne@cox.net

Wisconsin Firearm Owners, Ranges, Clubs, and Educators

Jeff Nass, Executive Directorjeff@wisconsinforce.org

LAW ENFORCEMENTPolice Competition

nra Police Pistol Combat competition is intended to be used as an extension of an officer’s training. See ppc Rulebook (Rule 2.4) for eligibility requirements.JUNE 1—MARSHALLTOWN, IA

(Approved)JUNE 21—CEDAR RAPIDS, IA

(Approved)JUNE 21—BATES CITY, MO

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JUNE 22—CEDAR RAPIDS, IA(Approved)Contact Tiffany King (703) 267-1621 ortking@nrahq.org

TRAININGCrime Prevention

nra’s Refuse To Be A Victim program provides men and women with common-sense crime prevention and personal safety strategies. The most up-to-date schedule is available on the Internet at nraInstructors.org. Please contact the instructor listed for more information.JUNE 7—WRIGHT CITY, MO

(Seminar)Rebecca Alderman (636) 791-0368

JUNE 12—MURRAY, KY(Seminar)Brent Armstrong (270) 293-1223

JUNE 14—OMAHA, NE(Seminar)Kent Templien (402) 554-2539

JUNE 27—LA PORTE, IN(Seminar)Jason Otto (219) 369-3577

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AREA SHOOTSCENTRALPISTOLHOLDEN, MO JUNE 8BRISTOL, IN JUNE 27-28SMALLBORE RIFLETREMONT, IL JUNE 1MARSHALL, MO JUNE 14-15HIGH POWER RIFLEMARKLEVILLE, IN JUNE 1WRIGHT CITY, MO JUNE 7CHILLICOTHE, IL JUNE 21LODI, WI JUNE 21-22

SILHOUETTEITHACA, MI JUNE 14-15BENNET, NE JUNE 21ALMA, MI JUNE 22DANVILLE, IL JUNE 28

For more information, contact Tonia Forte at (703) 267-1466 or tforte@nrahq.org. For a complete listing, see www.shootingsportsusa.com.

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JUNE 20-22 DES MOINES, IAIowa State Fairgrounds, Trade Show Productions (888) 552-1486JUNE 20-22 EVANSVILLE, INIndiana National Guard Armory, Tri-State Gun & Knife Shows, LLC (812) 521-9367JUNE 21-22 GRAND RAPIDS, MIBusy Bea Expo, Sport Shows Promotions, Inc. (517) 676-4160JUNE 27-29 COUNCIL BLUFFS, IAWestfair Fairgrounds, Marv Kraus Promotions (563) 608-4401JUNE 27-29 ROCK ISLAND, ILRock Island Auction, Rock Island Auction Co. (800) 238-8022JUNE 27-29 COLUMBIA, MOBoone County Fairgrounds, RK Shows, Inc. (563) 927-8176JUNE 28-29 ASHLAND, KYEl Hasa Shrine Temple, RK Gun Shows (563) 927-8176 JUNE 28-29 HOUGHTON LAKE, MI28th Street Showplace, Sport Shows Promotions, Inc. (517) 676-4160JUNE 28-29 BELLEVILLE, ILBelle Clair Fairgrounds, ECA Hunting and Trade Shows (618) 495-2572

JUNE 6-8 BRIDGETON, MOMachinist’s Hall, St. Louis Weapons Collectors (314) 846-0751JUNE 6-8 OCONOMOWOC, WIOlympic Resort and Conference Center, R&C Promotions (920) 285-6908JUNE 7-8 KALAMAZOO, MIKalamazoo Fairgrounds, Sport Shows Promotions, Inc. (517) 676-4160 JUNE 8 LOVES PARK, ILForest Hill Lodge, Freedom Firearms (414) 430-7617JUNE 13-14 MAUSTON, WIAnjero’s Sports Bar, Gun Buyer Gun Shows (608) 548-4867JUNE 13-15 WAUKESHA, WIWaukesha County Expo Center, Bob and Rocco’s Gun Shows (608) 752-6677JUNE 14-15 KANSAS CITY, MOKCI-Expo Center, RK Shows, Inc. (563) 927-8176JUNE 14-15 LEXINGTON, KYLexington Center, RK Gun Shows (563)-927-8176JUNE 14-15 GENOA, NESaint Rose of Lima Catholic Church Social Hall, Genoa Lions Gun Show (402) 276-1391JUNE 15 CRYSTAL LAKE, ILHoliday Inn Convention Center, Don Cichoski (815) 385-1982

GUN SHOWS

Dates and locations subject to change—contact the show before travelling. Discounted nra membership sold through nra recruiters. *Some shows may offer free admission for new memberships and renewals. To become an nra Recruiter call (703) 267-3772.

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