Today’s political climate demands that all gun owners and Second Amendment supporters get involved in the fight to protect and preserve the Second Amendment. No matter what your background or experience level, every supporter of our freedom has a role to play.

1. REGISTER TO VOTE!

The easiest way to protect our Right to Keep and Bear Arms is by exercising another one of our rights -- the right to vote. Voting is your voice in the political process -- use it or lose it! Since only currently registered voters are eligible to vote in an election, you must take this important first step and register to vote. For voter registration information and applications (including absentee and early voting applications), please contact the NRA-ILA Grassroots Division at (800) 392-VOTE (8683) or visit www.NRAILA.org for more information.

2. MONITOR YOUR LOCAL MEDIA.

Gun owners face a severely biased media. One of the most effective ways to put the facts about firearm ownership before the public is to respond to anti-gun articles, editorials, and reports. Letters to the editor to your local newspaper or corresponding with a local television station carry weight and get results. Keep on top of gun-related stories and respond accordingly! For information to assist you in contacting the media, please visit our "Write The Media" section.

3. PARTICIPATE IN CALL-IN RADIO & TELEVISION PROGRAMS.

"Gun control" is always a hot topic on the talk-show circuit. Many of these programs allow the public to call in and express their views. Take advantage of these opportunities to make your voice heard. The "Write The Media" feature can also help you with this endeavor.

4. JOIN NRA-ILA’s FRONTLINES™ VOLUNTEER PROGRAM.

Those who join NRA-ILA FrontLines will act as the tip of NRA-ILA’s arrow in defense of our freedom. After enrolling in this free program, you will be contacted by NRA-ILA and/or your local NRA-ILA Election Volunteer Coordinator (EVC) to discuss your role in defending our liberty. Your EVC acts as the liaison between NRA members and gun owners in your area and the campaigns of pro-gun candidates. Your EVC also coordinates local volunteers to assist with NRA-ILA’s legislative efforts. By working with your EVC, you will assist us in formalizing networks of pro-gun volunteers in every pocket of the country!

All you’ll need to do to enroll in the free NRA-ILA FrontLines program is fill out a brief, modified NRA-ILA Volunteer Information Form. To request this form, contact ILA Grassroots at (800) 392-8683 or go to https://secure.nraila.org/volunteer.aspx.

5. MOBILIZE YOUR CLUB.

Designate a portion of your gun or hunting club’s meetings to discuss firearm-related issues and what needs to be done to ensure our rights are protected. It can be as simple as having your club members contact their representatives or inviting lawmakers to address a meeting of your club. Also, designate Legislative Chairman to serve as ILA’s point-of-contact to share legislative and political information.

6. SPREAD THE WORD!

Make sure the pro-Second Amendment community in your area is aware of firearm-related activities, and encourage them to get involved!

Whether you’re a hunter, competitive shooter, Right-to-Carry permit holder, collector, or just someone who believes in our Right to Keep and Bear Arms, you can play a vital role in preserving our freedom for future generations. No task is too small, and whatever time you may be able to spare will make a difference!

Above are just six, of many, easy steps you can take to begin getting more involved in the battle to protect out rights. Remember, the NRA-ILA Grassroots Division is here to provide you with the information and materials you need to succeed. Use this resource! Call the Grassroots Division at (800) 392-8683, or visit www.NRAILA.org.