5 Types of Firearm Risks for Recreational Land Use

A piece of recreational land you can use for hunting and shooting sports is a dream of many. For some outdoor enthusiasts, that dream comes in the form of buying and owning your own parcel of land. For others, simply knowing someone who will allow you to use their land, either for free or for a small fee, is enough. Yet in any case, there [...]

5 Common Myths About Insurance

Lack of good information has led to plenty of misconceptions about insurance, particularly in the firearm industry. To help clarify, here’s the truth behind five common myths about insurance. 1. “All insurance is basically the same.” One common misconception is that all insurance is basically the same. The thought is that “most types of insurance policies work the same way” or that “all policies of [...]

Does Your Gun Club Need Club Insurance?

Outdoor activities are always more fun when enjoyed with others who share your passion, which is why many participate in gun sports and activities by joining a club or organization. Yet gun clubs face a variety of risks. There’s always the chance that someone gets hurt, property gets damaged or the club gets blamed for something going wrong. Here’s how the right insurance may be [...]

All About Insurance Renewals

Most insurance policies are designed to renew every year. If you have questions your renewal, not to worry. Here’s what to know about renewing your insurance when you have Lockton Affinity Outdoor coverage. What Is an Insurance Renewal? An insurance renewal is a process that takes place at the end of your coverage’s policy period. Policy periods typically last a year, so this is an [...]

How Inflation Can Impact Your Insurance Policy

Firearm sights are sensitive instruments. A small adjustment here or there can make a big difference whether you hit the target. With inflation, small adjustments can also have a big impact. Some of the impacts of inflation can already be seen at the grocery checkout and the gas pump. However, inflation can also have an impact on your insurance. Even a small swing of a [...]

Curbing Inflation’s Impact on Business

Gas prices, labor costs, supply chain disruptions, the impact of inflation. Not only is the average consumer experiencing these challenges. Outdoor businesses and clubs are, too. According to a recent survey by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, 50% of small business owners now rank inflation as their highest concern, with 70% saying they have been forced to raise prices. Earlier this year, the government began [...]

By |2025-09-12T20:52:03+00:00December 22, 2022|Outdoor Insurance, Outdoor Risks, Risk Management|

The Risk of Suicide at the Range

As a firearm business, you’re focused on the day-to-day details of running a successful business. For a club, the focus is similarly on smooth operations. But what happens if someone decides to commit suicide at the range or in your store? September is known as National Suicide Prevention Month, a time when awareness, causes and prevention of suicide are discussed around the country. Special resources [...]

By |2025-09-09T16:49:06+00:00September 19, 2022|Outdoor Risks, Risk Management, Safety|

Who Is Gun Insurance for and Who Can Buy It?

It surprises many people to learn that gun insurance isn't just for firearm businesses or law enforcement professionals. In fact, almost anyone who handles firearms personally or professionally can buy gun insurance suited to their own unique needs. Even so, the particulars of any type of unusual or specialty insurance coverage is often confusing, and gun insurance is no exception. There are actually a number [...]

Answers to Common Outdoor Insurance FAQs

Insurance can be confusing, especially when it's a special type of coverage like the outdoor insurance products offered by Lockton Affinity Outdoor. Unlike common coverages like car insurance or homeowners insurance, your first time hearing about outdoor insurance may be the day you consider purchasing it for better peace of mind. Questions are normal when the insurance you are considering is new to you. If [...]

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