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RVAA First Suppressor 2024

An Update on Suppressor and NFA Purchases at River Valley Arms & Ammo

At River Valley Arms & Ammo, we’ve really enjoyed being your friendly neighborhood NFA dealer and helping customers navigate the process of purchasing National Firearms Act items. For those who are new to the world of NFA firearms, these include items such as suppressors (also commonly referred to as silencers) and short barreled rifles, often […]

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Redwood County Public Forum on Deer Hunting Regulations: Community Voices Strongly Favor Rifle Use

Last night, November 17th, 2025, several members of the RVAA Nation attended the Redwood County public forum regarding the state’s decision to eliminate Minnesota’s shotgun zone beginning in 2026. While the state has opened the door for rifles statewide, counties have been given the ability to impose further restrictions. This meeting, held at the Redwood

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Lyon County Residents Speak Up on Rifle Hunting at Public Forum

Last night, September 2, 2025, one of our owners, Heather Koffler, attended the Lyon County public forum regarding the upcoming changes to Minnesota’s deer hunting laws. The meeting was held at the Lyon County Law Enforcement Center, where county commissioners invited the public to share input on whether Lyon County should continue restricting deer season

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Minnesota Lifts the 80-Year-Old Shotgun-Only Rule: A Local Option for Rifles Returns in 2026

Starting with the 2026 deer season, Minnesota will allow rifle hunting in zones that have, for more than 80 years, been restricted to shotguns only. While counties may choose to maintain shotgun-only rules locally, the statewide restriction ends. This blog explores why this change makes sense — and why many counties should consider opting in

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2025 Demo Shoot

Labor Day, RVAA Style! At River Valley Arms & Ammo, we love things that go bang—and our Annual Demo Shoot is the perfect way to celebrate that! Mark your calendar for Monday, September 1st, 11 AM – 4 PM at the Redwood Falls Sportsmen’s Club, because this year’s event is shaping up to be our

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Historic Change on the Horizon: Minnesota Eliminates Shotgun-Only Deer Hunting Zone

After more than 80 years, Minnesota’s shotgun-only deer hunting zone is officially coming to an end. Thanks to the passage of the 2025 DNR omnibus bill, hunters statewide will be permitted to use all legal firearms—including rifles—during the regular firearms deer season starting in 2026. This long-anticipated change marks a significant shift in Minnesota’s hunting

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