Tickets On Sale For NRA Personal Protection Expo

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posted on July 2, 2019
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Tickets are on sale now for the NRA Personal Protection Expo, scheduled for Sept. 6-8, 2019 at the Fort Worth Convention Center in Fort Worth, Texas. The NRA Personal Protection Expo is a three-day educational and interactive experience dedicated to individuals interested in increasing their knowledge and skills of personal protection, concealed carry and home defense. This event will equip novices and experts alike with the products, skills, knowledge and mindset necessary to be prepared protect yourself, your family, and your home. 

General show admission is $30, and is valid for the entire weekend. In addition to discounts for existing NRA Members, those who join NRA at the door will receive free admission.

The NRA Personal Protection Expo’s exhibit hall will feature leading firearm and accessory companies showcasing their most advanced guns and gear designed for self-defense and concealed carry, including event sponsors KelTec, Ruger and Shooting Illustrated. The expo will also conduct a live Fashion Show where concealment clothing and gear designed for men and women will be modeled.

Visitors can attend more than 120 seminars and workshops featuring the best personal protection and concealed carry practices taught and demonstrated by leading experts and instructors from across the country.

The NRA Personal Protection Expo is the firearms training and education event of the year. Seminar topics will include "Methods of Concealed Carry," "How to Interact with Law Enforcement while Carrying," "Handgun Fit & Function for Women," "Surviving an Armed Robbery," "Being Prepared for Home Defense," "Drawing from Concealment," and many more. 

To learn more about the NRA Personal Protection Expo, including future announcements, training opportunities, tickets and registration for special events, and seminar schedules and information, visit the event website at nrapersonalprotectionexpo.com.

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