EVENTS

Sonicore Suppressors by Lyman will showcase its latest suppressor technology at Shark Coast Tactical's Sharkapalooza 2nd Amendment Festival & Range Day on Sunday, October 11, in Ruskin, FL. Kyle Potenziani, Product Manager from Lyman Products, will discuss Sonicore's performance and innovation, with attendees eligible to win a Sonicore suppressor in the event raffle.

SLG2, Inc. is bringing its Shoot Like A Girl experience to Bass Pro Shops in Fort Smith, Arkansas on October 10-11. The event features a mobile range with firearm safety simulators by FATS by InVeris, archery instruction, and demonstrations from brands including GTM Original and Black Rifle Coffee.

HeadHunters NW, an executive recruitment firm specializing in firearms and outdoor industries, announces President Shaylene Keiner will attend the 2026 NASGW Expo on October 13-14 in Phoenix, Arizona, available for strategic meetings with companies seeking to strengthen leadership teams.

Derya Arms will showcase firearms and debut its new OBone .22 LR suppressor at CanCon West 2026, October 22–24 at Boulder Rifle & Pistol Club in Boulder City, Nevada. The company will place products on partner firing lines and gather feedback from attendees at the world's largest fully suppressed range day, presented by Dead Air Silencers.

The NRA Youth Education Summit (Y.E.S.) is accepting applications for its 2027 program, an all-expenses-paid six-day leadership initiative for exceptional high school students in Washington, D.C. Participants compete for up to $40,000 in college scholarships while engaging with national leaders and exploring American government and history. The application deadline is January 10, 2027.

B&T USA will participate in Sharkapalooza Fall Festival on Oct. 9–10 at Shark Coast Tactical in Sarasota, Florida, followed by a live-fire Range Day on Oct. 11 in Ruskin, Florida. Attendees can try and purchase B&T USA suppressors covered by the Silencer Shop Foundation v. ATF injunction without federal registration delays.

The inaugural FFL Compliance Summit, "The Briefing," concluded a sold-out event in Dallas featuring direct dialogue between Federal Firearms Licensees and leadership from the ATF and FBI. ATF Director Robert Cekada delivered the keynote address on "The New Era of FFL Compliance," with sessions covering NFA transfers, Form 4473 processing, and regulatory updates. The event was supported by title sponsors FastBound, FFLGuard, Gearfire, and U.S. LawShield.

SLG2, Inc. will bring its Shoot Like A Girl experience to the Oaklawn Outdoor Show at the 2026 Black Bass World Championship in Hot Springs, Arkansas, October 1-3. The mobile range will offer firearms, archery, and outdoor product demonstrations led by certified instructors, welcoming women, men, and families of all skill levels.

The 41st annual Gun Rights Policy Conference, co-hosted by the Second Amendment Foundation and Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms, runs September 25-27 in Dallas. Keynote speaker is retired U.S. District Judge Roger T. Benitez. Saturday and Sunday sessions will be livestreamed on SAF's YouTube channel.

The Briefing FFL Compliance Summit expands its September 23–25 Dallas agenda with sessions on NFA operations, state regulations, and counter strategies featuring Travis Glover of Silencer Shop, Chris Chiafullo of FFLGuard, ATF and FBI representatives, plus evening receptions sponsored by Trident 1, Lipsey's, and U.S. LawShield.

Dana Loesch and Patrick "Tate" Adamiak have been added to the 41st annual Gun Rights Policy Conference agenda, co-hosted by the Second Amendment Foundation and Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms, scheduled for September 25-27 in Dallas.

Thunder Ridge Nature Arena will host an exclusive premiere of Brad Pitt's adventure thriller "Heart of the Beast" on September 18, with all proceeds benefiting conservation. Service members, Bass Pro Shops Outfitters, and CLUB Members receive free admission, while public tickets are available for $10 at thunderridgenaturearena.com.

Safe LivinG, in collaboration with the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES), will bring its free firearms safety and suicide prevention experience to Fort Stewart, Georgia on September 11-12. The event features a mobile range with FATS by Inveris simulators, demonstrations from SABRE® and Streamlight®, and family-friendly firearm safety education.

The 41st annual Gun Rights Policy Conference, co-hosted by the Second Amendment Foundation and Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms, is scheduled for September 25-27 in Dallas. The event features keynote speaker Honorable Roger T. Benitez and presentations from prominent Second Amendment advocates including Dana Loesch, Brandon Herrera, and Joseph Greenlee of the NRA Institute for Legislative Action.

SLG2, Inc. will bring its Shoot Like A Girl experience to Professional Bull Riders Thunder Days on September 4-6, 2026, at Thunder Ridge Nature Arena in Ridgedale, Missouri. Sponsored by Bass Pro Shops, the mobile range will offer firearms, archery, and outdoor product demonstrations in the Fan Zone, with certified instructors emphasizing firearm safety and responsible ownership.

The Alternative Mass Media Conference planning committee announced speakers and topics for the pre-conference event held prior to the 41st annual Gun Rights Policy Conference, co-hosted by the Second Amendment Foundation and Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms, September 25-27 in Dallas.

Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon is confirmed as a speaker for the 41st annual Gun Rights Policy Conference (GRPC) 2026, scheduled for September 25-27 in Dallas. The event, co-hosted by the Second Amendment Foundation and Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms, features numerous Second Amendment advocates, legal experts, and media personalities.

SLG2, Inc. brings its Shoot Like A Girl experience to Bass Pro Shops in Rapid City on August 15-16 during the 86th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The free event features a mobile range with firearm simulators, archery activities, and demonstrations from outdoor industry brands including Black Rifle Coffee.

The 41st annual Gun Rights Policy Conference (GRPC) will feature keynote speaker Judge Roger T. Benitez and Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon, along with speakers including Brandon Herrera, ATF Director Robert Cekada, and ATF Chief Counsel Robert Leider. Co-hosted by the Second Amendment Foundation and Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms, GRPC 2026 is scheduled for September 25-27 in Dallas.

Sonicore Suppressors by Lyman will join White Birch Armory's 6th Anniversary Celebration on August 8-9 in Dover, NH, featuring live demonstrations, hands-on suppressor experiences, and raffles. Kyle Potenziani, Product Manager from Lyman Products, will discuss Sonicore's performance and innovation.