Beginner's Guide to Shooting
Your First 30 Days as a Gun Owner in Colorado
Buying your first firearm is a major step, but what you do in your first 30 days as a gun owner in Colorado is what
March 23, 2026
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Buying your first firearm is a major step, but what you do in your first 30 days as a gun owner in Colorado is what builds real confidence, safety, and skill. Whether your goal is home defense, concealed carry, or…
Navigating Colorado’s firearm landscape has felt like trying to track an elk through a blizzard lately—lots of movement, very little visibility. With major legislation from 2024 and 2025 now fully in effect as we move through 2026, it’s time to…
When it comes to choosing a handgun, there’s no “one size fits all” - especially for women. The right firearm should feel like an extension of your hand, not an accessory you have to wrestle with. Start with Fit, Not…
Your first trip to a shooting range can feel a little intimidating, the sounds, the terminology, the gear. But once you get past that initial uncertainty, the range can become one of the most empowering and stress-relieving places you visit.…
Whether you’re new to firearms or have been around them for years, safety is the one area that never changes. At Basalt, we believe confidence starts with knowledge and that every woman deserves to feel secure, capable, and in control…
At Basalt Firearms, we believe that responsible gun ownership isn’t just a personal responsibility, it’s a community effort. Owning a firearm means committing to safety, knowledge, and ongoing education. And one of the best ways to stay sharp, confident, and…
Spending time together as a family doesn’t always mean hiking trails or board games, sometimes, it means learning valuable life skills, building confidence, and having a little fun at the range. At Basalt Firearms, we believe that safe, respectful firearm…
At Basalt Firearms, we believe responsible gun ownership begins at home and that includes having honest conversations with your children about gun safety. Whether or not your kids have shown an interest in firearms, it’s essential they understand how to…
Choosing the right handgun is a personal decision, and at Basalt Firearms, we’re here to help you find a firearm that fits your hand, your lifestyle, and your level of experience. When it comes to selecting the best handgun, it’s…
Concealed Carry & Self-Defense
What HB24-1174 Means for Your Next CCW Renewal
Navigating Colorado’s firearm landscape has felt like trying to track an elk through a blizzard lately—lots of movement, very little visibility. With major legislation from
February 23, 2026
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Concealed Carry & Self-Defense
How to Choose the Right Handgun and Holster for Everyday Confidence
When it comes to choosing a handgun, there’s no “one size fits all” – especially for women. The right firearm should feel like an extension
October 10, 2025
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Women & Firearms
What Women Need to Know to Feel Confident at the Range
Your first trip to a shooting range can feel a little intimidating, the sounds, the terminology, the gear. But once you get past that initial
October 10, 2025
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Gun Safety & Responsibility
No-Nonsense Guide to Firearm Safety for Women
Whether you’re new to firearms or have been around them for years, safety is the one area that never changes. At Basalt, we believe confidence
October 10, 2025
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Local Community & Events
Why Community Training is Key to Safe Gun Ownership
At Basalt Firearms, we believe that responsible gun ownership isn’t just a personal responsibility, it’s a community effort. Owning a firearm means committing to safety,
September 9, 2025
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Youth & Family Firearm Safety
Family-Friendly Shooting Activities in Colorado
Spending time together as a family doesn’t always mean hiking trails or board games, sometimes, it means learning valuable life skills, building confidence, and having
September 9, 2025
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Youth & Family Firearm Safety
How to Talk to Your Kids About Gun Safety
At Basalt Firearms, we believe responsible gun ownership begins at home and that includes having honest conversations with your children about gun safety. Whether or
September 9, 2025
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Women & Firearms
Best Handguns for Women: Size, Comfort & Safety
Choosing the right handgun is a personal decision, and at Basalt Firearms, we’re here to help you find a firearm that fits your hand, your
September 9, 2025
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