Mia Anstine Outdoor Mentorship: Leading the Way in Outdoor Mentorship
Mia Anstine is a force in the outdoor industry—firearms instructor, archery expert, hunter, mentor, and advocate for the Second Amendment. In a recent episode of For the Love of Guns, Mia sat down to discuss her passion for mentoring newcomers in hunting, firearms, and outdoor skills.
The Role of Mentorship in Firearms and Hunting
Educate, Empower, and Inspire
Many industry professionals lead with their skills, but Mia puts mentorship first. She doesn’t just teach people how to shoot—she helps them understand why firearms and hunting are integral to personal responsibility, conservation, and tradition. Whether guiding an experienced shooter or introducing a total beginner to archery, her mission is clear: educate, empower, and inspire.
Her approach extends beyond those who already hunt. She mentors those who may never touch a gun but want to understand firearm ownership in a rational, hands-on way. She also works with seasoned outdoorsmen looking to refine their skills.
Adapting to Different Hunting Styles
Mia’s experience in the field is unmatched. From bowhunting to pistol hunting, she has spent years perfecting her craft. Unlike weekend warriors, she embodies the outdoor lifestyle—hiking rugged terrain, spending days on the hunt, and adapting to different hunting methods across regions.
Her time in the mountains isn’t just about the harvest. She emphasizes the importance of respecting different hunting styles, whether it’s spot-and-stalk in the West or hunting from a blind on the East Coast. Her international experiences, including moose hunting in Russia, further prove that there’s no single “right” way to hunt—just the way that works for your environment.
Ethics and Responsibility in Hunting
Skill and Responsibility Balance
One of the biggest takeaways from Mia’s conversation was the importance of ethical hunting. With experience as a Hunter Education Instructor in Colorado, she teaches the critical balance between skill and responsibility.
Whether discussing archery or long-range shooting, Mia reminds hunters that just because you can make a shot doesn’t mean you should. Ethics define a good hunter, not just marksmanship.
The Overlap Between Hunting and Self-Defense
Practical Firearm Skills
Mia’s passion for handgun hunting ties directly to her advocacy for responsible firearm ownership. For her, hunting isn’t just about the outdoors—it reinforces real-world skills that apply to self-defense. Stance, trigger control, breath discipline, and situational awareness all carry over from the field to everyday carry.
She’s a firm believer that hunting teaches more than just survival—it builds confidence, self-reliance, and respect for firearms.
Fishing, Archery, and Living the Outdoor Life
A Passion Beyond Firearms
Beyond firearms, Mia is also an avid fly fisher, proving that her connection to the outdoors isn’t limited to shooting sports. Growing up near the San Juan River, she learned to fish from a young age, later refining her fly fishing skills under the guidance of her husband, a former guide.
She doesn’t discriminate between fishing styles—whether it’s spin fishing or fly fishing, it’s all about enjoying the experience and sharing it with others. That same open-minded philosophy applies to all aspects of her outdoor life.
Supporting Mia Anstine and Outdoor Education
Where to Find More
Mia continues to lead the charge in outdoor education, offering mentorship and training to those eager to learn. You can find her articles, videos, and podcast episodes at miaanstine.com, where she hosts MAC Outdoors, sharing tips, stories, and interviews with fellow outdoor enthusiasts.
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About the Author: Jason Schaller is a former FFL holder and founder of Eagle Eye Shooters Supply in Helena, MT, where he provided professional gunsmithing services and guided customers on all aspects of firearms ownership. Today, he teaches DIY gunsmithing at The Rogue Banshee and serves as a Chief Instructor at Freedom Crew University. With over a decade of hands-on professional experience with firearms and nearly 30 years in IT, Jason also holds top cybersecurity certifications including CISSP, CISA, and CRISC. When he’s not geeking out, he’s helping others build self-reliance, critical thinking, and firearms proficiency through real-world content.
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