For those of you already familiar with VERTX, they make excellent cargo pants and are currently having an offer to receive a free CRKT knife with the purchase of two pants.  For those of you who are not familiar with them, the women's pant has a slightly higher rise than 5.11, slightly lower than Propper, but it is shaped so you don't have any gap at the back so they can be worn without a belt if you choose, or when belted, you don't have all that extra material folded up back there that you…

Please join Dr. Karen Koch, retired LEO and licensed clinical psychologist, for a discussion entitled "Women Warriors: Female Officers in Law Enforcement".  This presentation will be held at the CPD Education and Training Division on Monday, 18 Mar 13 at 1800 hours.  To RSVP, please email Lenny Asuncion at lasuncion@adler.edu.  More information can be found by clicking the link below.  Hope to see you there!…

Hey everyone, I was wondering if there would ever be any events in or around the Detroit area? I live about 20 min away from here and would love to get in on some training. Anyone else from The D?

I am a Firearms Instructor for our police deparment and currently trying to put together training for the Solo Officer Response to Active Shooter.  After researching I find mixed reviews about it but regardless of those reviews we would like to present this type of response as an option to our officers.  The one thing I am finding that is lacking is how to actually respond, tactics once inside, etc.  I have found some very good articles that explain the reasons behind the Solo Officer…

Good Morning Ladies!

Below you will find a link to the 2013 Calander of Specialized Training that my department offers! If you have any questions, feel free to contact me via my email or send me a message here on WTA. My emial is bcgonzalez@mdpd.com

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Revision Eyewear has a 30% discount code for EVERYONE!  Just enter "tactical" in the coupon area at checkout and receive the discount.  Please pass this info onto your friends/family/coworkers/etc.  They have also redesigned the Sawfly to better fit small faces.  I have a nice flyer from them promoting…

Hello everyone in WTA land.  I recently received an email from Benchmade reminding me that Military, Law Enforcement, first responders, etc., get a standing 30% discount with Benchmade.  Just set up an account(No charge, no minimum) and you will receive the discount.  Excellent news for Christmas shopping for the woman who has everything.  

Kim

We are offering a one hour webinar on self awareness = self defense tips on December 10th at 6pm.  It is targeting civilian woman who have no training whatsoever.  Any computer with speakers or IPAD will work for listening to the webinar.



If you'd like to share the link, here is how they can sign up.

http://www.eventbrite.com/event/2138763098/efblike#

If you would like to be a presenter on a webinar…

Anyone out there using a Leupold VX-R Patrol optic that could take a few minutes and post some feedback on it?  We have a member that is optic shopping and the Leupold is one of his options.  Thanks!

On Tuesday, October 16th, 2012, the Illinois Tactical Officers Association, in conjunction with the Cook County Dept. of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, hosted personnel who responded to the bombing/active shooter incidents in Oslo, Norway and Utoya Island on 22 July 2011.  Attendees were comprised of members of many different branches of Illinois law enforcement.  Members of the National Guard were also in attendance, as well as police officers from other…

Great videos, articles and tips for women warriors! 

http://www.policeone.com/law-enforcement-newsletter/Cop-beats-a-would-be-cop-killer-4-tips-for-taking-on-the-big-boys-August-06-2012/

http://jolietpolice.org

If you're looking for a more exciting carrer opportunity please apply to become a JOLIET POLICE OFFICER.  For more details see jolietpolice.org.  Application deadline is September 10,…

I'm so proud to be able to tell LPO Nancy Fatura's story of inspiration, struggle, and coming back: 

http://www.policeone.com/women-officers/articles/5937619-Unleashing-her-inner-warrior-Ariz-cop-beats-a-would-be-cop-killer/

I'd love to hear some feedback from WTA members!

Howdy anyone have a used rifle (M-4/AR-15) they are trying to sell?  Its time for me to just break down and buy one but I thought I'd check here first.  Thanks!

Check out the 3 gun Zombie Shoot on September 29th. 

Poster is on my picture page.

Des Plaines PD Detective Jennifer DePastors talks about her career in law enforcement and a case she has been working since 1999 - a case of a brutal rape and homicide where the offender still walks free – in the streets of Chicago. America's Most Wanted has stepped in to help find this a-hole.

Read about Detective DePastor's personal journey and her…