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
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
Lyon County Residents Speak Up on Rifle Hunting at Public Forum Read More »
Big changes are coming for Minnesota deer hunters. Starting in 2026, the state will allow deer to be harvested with rifles throughout Minnesota. However, the final decision doesn’t rest solely with the state—it will be up to each individual county to decide whether to adopt this change or continue restricting hunters to shotguns only. Here
Advocating for rifle hunting in your county: a factual support guide Read More »
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
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
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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Hey there! Krysta Schroeder, President of PROTECTS, here to tell you why selling a gun & cash raffle calendar might just be the best fundraising move you can make. Trust me, I was a bit skeptical at first, but after seeing the results firsthand, I’m here to share why you should jump in with both
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As the days get longer, we at River Valley Arms & Ammo (RVAA) can feel the excitement building – the Defensive Pistol League season is upon us! Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or a first-time shooter, there’s something undeniably thrilling about pushing your skills to the limit, building confidence under pressure, and bonding with a
Gear Up for the 2025 Defensive Pistol League Season at RVAA! Read More »
At River Valley Arms & Ammo, we like to think of ourselves as more than just a gun shop with good taste in sarcasm and trigger discipline. We’re a community. A crew. A somewhat rowdy, gear-loving family of firearm fanatics that believes in giving back to the places that give us room to shoot straight—literally
Behind the Bang: RVAA Volunteers at the Redwood Falls Sportsmen’s Club Read More »
In a landmark shift that has generated both attention and enthusiasm across the firearms community, Minnesota now allows otherwise-eligible adults aged 18 to 20 to obtain a permit to carry a firearm. This change comes after the U.S. Supreme Court, on April 21, 2025, declined to hear an appeal of a lower court decision that
Armed at 18: What MN’s New Carry Rules Mean for Young Adults Read More »
Ladies, this one’s for you. Whether you’ve never held a firearm in your life or you’re looking to level up your skills with like-minded women, Women Only Weekend at River Valley Arms & Ammo (RVAA) is your opportunity to step into your power, learn in a supportive space, and have a blast while doing it.
Empowerment, Confidence, and Community: Women Only Weekend at RVAA Read More »
So you’ve got yourself a shotgun. Nice. But before you start bragging about your “mad skills” at the range or in the blind, let’s talk about something that could make or break your shot pattern: chokes. Yep, those little tubes you’ve probably ignored in the bottom of your gear bag are actually pretty important. Let’s
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