Fifty States In My Sights follows Heather Allen's remarkable journey to shoot a firearm in all fifty U.S. states. What begins as a personal mission becomes a revealing exploration of how differently Americans view, regulate, and participate in firearms culture across the country. From small rural ranges and open desert land to structured training centers and major facilities, Heather documents each stop, each encounter, and each lesson learned along the way.
With every chapter, readers experience a new location and the unique perspectives of the people who live there-range owners, instructors, recreational shooters, families, and first-timers. Heather's voice remains authentic and grounded as she observes how state laws differ, how access changes, and how community attitudes shape one of America's most debated freedoms.
The journey is not political; it is personal. Heather faces uncertainty, overcomes setbacks, and grows more confident as she travels, gaining insight into regional identity and culture. For women entering shooting sports, her story offers representation and encouragement. For experienced firearm owners, her perspective reveals familiar experiences through fresh eyes. For those curious about firearm use in different parts of the country, the book provides a travel-based snapshot of America from an angle rarely captured.
Fifty States In My Sights blends adventure, personal challenge, and cultural observation into a narrative that celebrates exploration, freedom, and the pursuit of a goal that most people never consider attempting. Whether you are a gun enthusiast, a traveler, or someone who enjoys real stories of people pushing their limits, this journey invites you to see America through a new lens-one state, one shot, one experience at a time.
