Summer 2025

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Welcome to the Summer 2025 edition of Lady Outdoor Lifestyles! This issue is filled with powerful stories, practical tips, and inspiration for women who live boldly in the outdoors. From resilience and confidence to fashion, food, and gear—you’ll find it all here.

Feature

Allie’s Story: A Journey of Strength
Allie’s remarkable journey from a devastating accident to living fully in the outdoors shows resilience, love, and determination. With the help of adaptive gear and family support, she now hunts, fishes, and inspires others to never let limits hold them back.

Education

Multiple Guns: Why You Can’t Have Just One
Explore the practical reasons why many women own multiple firearms—from hunting and training to self-defense—and how responsibility is key to ownership.

Happy Birthday! Rose Turns 2!
The SIG Sauer Rose program celebrates its second year of empowering women. This piece highlights its growth, milestones, and the impact it continues to make.

Using Clay Targets to Train as a Wingshooter
Clay target shooting is more than a sport—it’s a tool for wingshooters. Learn how drills on the range prepare you for the bird field.

Adventures with Ellie: Planes, Trains, and Automobiles
Follow Brandy and her English Cocker Spaniel puppy Ellie on a journey across states. From airline travel to first field commands, Ellie’s adventures show the joys and challenges of raising a hunting dog.

Confidence Before Results: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything
Mental trainer Dawn Grant explains why confidence must come before success. With visualization, affirmations, and breathwork, she shares tools to help shooters thrive under pressure.

Health

Skincare: The Lazy Girl Routine
A quick, effective skincare routine for busy outdoor women. Keep your skin healthy and glowing without complicated steps.

Foraging: An Introduction
A beginner-friendly guide to sourcing wild plants and foods safely. Discover the joy of adding natural flavors to your kitchen straight from the land.

Exercise Carry: Active Carry Concepts
Carrying while running, hiking, or walking can be tricky. Katie Ball reviews gear like belly bands and crossbody solutions that keep women safe without sacrificing comfort.

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Fashion

Make Ready Range Wear: American Craftsmanship
Explore range wear that balances function, comfort, and style. This piece highlights American-made quality crafted for women.

Church & State: The Higher Ground Clutch
Katie reviews this stylish concealed carry clutch from a woman-owned brand. The Higher Ground Clutch proves women can carry safely without sacrificing elegance.

Food

Game Girl Gourmet: Wild Pork Milanese
Bring the field to your table with this delicious wild pork recipe. Crispy, golden, and full of flavor, it’s the perfect way to elevate your game cooking.

Gear

Coolers: Not Just for Drinks
A roundup of Yeti, Camp Zero, Pelican, and Bison coolers tested in the field. Learn which ones fit your range cart, ATV, or hunting trip best.

Cases: Protecting Your Investment
From hard cases to soft sleeves, this guide reviews firearm cases that balance durability, TSA compliance, and ease of travel.

Leading Ladies

IDPA Match: Ladies Only
A spotlight on women competing in IDPA matches. This feature celebrates camaraderie, empowerment, and the growth of women in shooting sports.

Peru: Breaking Barriers
Women in Peru are reshaping the hunting and shooting landscape. This story showcases resilience and breaking traditions in the outdoors.

FFA and Clays
Meet Haleigh Holt, a young leader balancing FFA responsibilities with competitive clay shooting. Her journey reflects the next generation of women leaders in the field.