Frequently Asked Questions

What are the "Pink Pistols"?

We are a shooting group that honors diversity and is open to all shooters. We help bring new shooters into the sport and provide a fun social environment for all our members. We work to build bridges between the shooting community and other communities, such as those based on alternative sexualities.


Do I need to be gay to join?

You don't have to be gay to join us, any more than you have to be Black to support civil rights, or be Jewish to support the JPFO (Jews for the Preservation of Firearms Ownership). We include members from the GLBT, Polyamarous, and BDSM communities, but you don't need to be gay or have an alternative sexuality to join and shoot with us.


Do I need to know how to shoot, or have my own equipment?

No, we want to make the sport accessible and we are friendly to new shooters. We can give you basic instruction, and on all our range trips some club members will bring extra for you.

Do I need a Permit to participate?

No, however if you have any questions call the law authorities in your county.

How do I know what's going on with the "Palouse Pink Pistols"?

Simple, not only can you to access this website for updates, but we also have a mailing list. The mailing list is Palouse Pink Pistols

Can I purchase a pistol or other firearm?

Sure you can as long as you are eligible under state and federal law.

What kind of gun is right for me?

Only you can say for sure, but anyone who has any clue about firearms will tell you to start by renting. Rent several and try different makes and models of firearm with varying calibers. Most important, start with a light caliber. For a first time shooter, the muzzle flip and recoil can be a bit of a surprise. There is no shame in building up to something you're sure you can tolerate. Besides, the primary concern here is safety. Biting off more than you can chew with a firearm can be very dangerous. If you need help in finding what's right for you there will be people there to help.

I've never touched a gun before. How will I know how to shoot it?

Simple. Ask. We can try and answer any questions you might have about the firearm you've chosen and how it works. If you've never fired a weapon before, please let us know in advance. It's better to learn the right way to load, unload, and fire a weapon, than to learn the hard way. We can provide basic firearm instruction and provide you with the name of a certified instructor

Why is your group an "Activists Association"?

We want to be able to endorse candidates that will support the Second Amendment as well as the rights of consenting adults to love each other how they wish however they wish. We also chose to go this route, rather than filing as a PAC because it means we are free of the legal paperwork PAC's are required to file.

Are you part of the NRA?

No. Although we do work with the NRA. For example, in California the NRA-ILA contacted us (the parent organization) and asked us to take a look at some legislation before the State Assembly and submit written testimony with our take on the bills. On the other hand, many of members dislike the NRA due to the positions they have taken, such as helping push through "Instant Background Checks" on a federal level.

Are you associated with a political party?

No. We are strictly non-partisan.