About Trap Shooting
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What is Trapshooting?
Trapshooting is one of the three major disciplines of competitive clay pigeon shooting, where shooters aim at clay targets launched from a single "house" or machine, typically away from the shooter. It differs from skeet shooting, which uses two "houses" with intersecting paths.
  • Firearms Used:
    • Most commonly shot with a 12-gauge shotgun.
    • Smaller gauges (e.g., 20 gauge) can be used, but no allowances are made for their use.
Trapshooting Basics
  • Target Presentations:
    • Single or double targets may be launched simultaneously.
  • Shotgun Features:
    • Adjustable stocks with options like "Monte Carlo" configurations.
    • Longer barrels (30-34 inches) with tighter chokes for longer-distance shooting.
    • Interchangeable choke tubes are common.
  • Accessories:
    • Vests or pouches to hold 25-50 shells.
    • Eye and ear protection (required at most ranges, including Rostraver SCA).
Trapshooting Procedure
  1. Starting the Squad:
    • The leader checks readiness by asking, “Squad ready?” and “Scorer ready?”
    • One free target is shown, with the leader traditionally saying, “Let’s see one.”
  2. Shooting Process:
    • Each shooter fires five rounds from each position.
    • Scorer calls missed targets (e.g., "lost").
    • Squad rotates to the next position after every five rounds.
  3. Target Calls:
    • Standard call is “pull,” but variations are allowed to help focus.
Trapshooting at Rostraver SCA
  • Facilities:
    • Voice-activated releases for targets.
    • Year-round operations with a heated clubhouse for winter and air conditioning for summer.
    • Free coffee and monthly free food!
  • New Shooters:
    • New shooters and their families are always welcome.
    • Trapshooting events are open to the public.
Trap Shooting Costs & Schedule
  • Cost: $6 per round (25 shots per round).
  • Schedule:
    • Thursday & Saturday: 10 AM - Last Shooter.
    • Tuesday Night: 5 PM - Last Shooter.
Special Events
  • Ladies Only Trap Shoot:
    • All ladies are welcome for these special sessions.
    • Bring your shotgun, shells, eye/ear protection, and friends!
    • When: Saturdays starting at 11 AM.
    • Cost: $6 per round.
    • Check the events calendar for practice dates.
Additional Information
  • Trap League: Click Here to Learn More
  • Range Policies: Visit our Range Policies Page for updated rules before using the trap range.
  • Questions or Assistance: Contact the Trap Chairman for more information or to get involved.
  • Additional information about trap and about the Amateur Trapshooting Association sanctioned events can be found on their website.
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