Defense Depot

09/03/2026

Don’t just take our word for it - hear from Lori, Haylee & Lacey about their experience in our previous women’s pistol course taught by Kent Jones!

We’re grateful for their willingness to be open about why gun safety and education are so important to them, especially for women. Their stories are a great reminder that confidence comes from education, preparation, and knowing how to safely handle a fi***rm. 🖤

Now it’s your turn! ⬇️
https://defensedepot.shop/women-s-basic-pistol-course/

Upcoming Women’s Classes:
September 9th | 5-7pm
September 16th | 5-7pm
September 23rd | 5-7pm
September 30th | 5-7pm

Whether you’re brand new to fi***rms or looking to build on your skills, this course is designed to give women a comfortable environment to learn, ask questions, and gain confidence. We hope to see you there! 🙌🏼

09/01/2026

Dove season is here! 🕊️

Before you head out, stop by Defense Depot to stock up on everything you need for the season! 🎯

09/01/2026

Hello, September! 🎯

It’s the first of the month, and we couldn’t be more excited to kick off another round of Women’s Pistol Classes at Defense Depot!

September 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th | All Wednesdays
5–7 PM
Defense Depot | 2885 E Co Rd 800 N, Mattoon, IL 61938

SIGN UP HERE ⬇️
https://defensedepot.shop/women-s-basic-pistol-course/

We’re so happy to be able to offer these classes again and continue creating a welcoming environment for women to learn, build confidence, and become more comfortable with their fi***rms. Whether you’re brand new or looking to build on your skills, we’d love to have you join us! 🖤

08/31/2026

We're still riding that HuntFest high!! 🔥

What a weekend! We’re still thinking about all the good times and great energy that made our first annual HuntFest one for the books!

A HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who came out, supported us and our vendors, grabbed some food & drinks from Tap 45, and helped make the day so special. 🖤

To our incredible vendors, partners, staff, volunteers, and everyone who helped bring HuntFest to life; we couldn’t have done it without you!

And most importantly… THANK YOU to everyone who showed up and made it such a great day. 👏🏼

We’re already looking forward to the next one. 👀

08/31/2026

HUNTFEST WINNERS ARE HERE! 🏆

The HuntFest giveaways are officially wrapped, and it’s time to announce our lucky winners!

Congratulations to all of our winners! 👏🏼🎉

*winners will be contacted directly with details on how to claim their prizes.

08/30/2026

08/29/2026

HUNTFEST DEALS ARE STILL GOING! 🔥

Missed HuntFest? No worries, the savings aren’t over yet! We’re keeping our HuntFest specials going THROUGH THE WEEKEND at Defense Depot!

$100 OFF Benelli, Browning, & Franchi sh****ns
$100 OFF any IL compliant r***e
$100 OFF Stealthcam Fusion Max 2.0 Cellular Trail Camera
20% OFF Vortex premium optics, binos & rangefinders
50% OFF ALL memberships
*excluding monthly and corporate

Shop these deals while they last! 🦌

08/29/2026

Congratulations to our HuntFest’s Best Beard Competition winner, Hunter Stutesman!! 🧔🏻‍♂️

08/29/2026

Our kinda night. ❤️

08/28/2026

‼️HuntFest 2026 Band Lineup‼️