I have never fired a handgun before.  Where should I start?

If you want to use a handfun for home or self defnse, there are two parts tthat should be in your plan.  First, you need to learn a bit about how handguns work, how to handle, operate, maintain and store one.  A course like the NRA First Steps Pistol Course, which has two hours of classroom discussion followed by an hour of live firing. 

Second, you will need to buy a handgun that fits you and the use for which you want it.  We can provide assistance in selection of a firearm and holster or stoage system to suit your specific needs.

If I want a bit more training than that, what would you recommend?

Does the Utah Concealed Firearm Permit work in Washington State?

Though both the Utah and Washington State websites say it will, there is another part of the law in Washington that says if you ARE a Washington State Resident, you MUST have a permit from Washington State. (Emphasis added)  So, yes it does work in WA, but only if you are NOT a resident of Washington State.