Maine NICS Checks: When Hunting Activity Drives Demand
Maine NICS Checks: When Hunting Activity Drives Demand If you’ve ever tried to guess when firearm demand is about to heat up in Maine, you’ve probably heard a dozen theories: “It’s the economy,” “It’s the election cycle,” “It’s ammo prices,” and so on. This Outdoor Analytics view takes a simpler angle—looking at how Maine’s background […]
Michigan NICS Checks: What’s Really Driving the Numbers?
Michigan NICS Checks: What’s Really Driving the Numbers? Ever wonder what nudges firearm background checks up or down in Michigan? We put five years of data under the microscope to see how NICS checks line up with everyday forces like income, employment, and time spent outdoors. The short version: Michigan NICS checks rise with personal […]
Alabama NICS Checks: What’s Driving Background Checks in the Heart of Dixie?
Alabama NICS Checks: What’s Driving Background Checks in the Heart of Dixie? Curious about what’s behind Alabama’s firearm background checks? We analyzed Outdoor Analytics’ state dashboard to see how NICS activity lines up with everyday factors like personal income, consumer spending, jobs, and participation in hunting and shooting. Below, we translate the stats into plain […]