2026 Idaho State Trapshooting Championships

The Idaho State Trapshooting Championships is a competitive shotgun event held at the Pocatello Trap Club. Shooters compete in trap shooting, a discipline where clay targets are launched from a machine and competitors shoot from a firing line positioned 16 yards behind the trap house.

• •Shooters fire at clay targets launched at varying angles and heights
• •Rounds typically consist of 25 targets per string
• •Multiple rounds determine final standings and state champions
• •Divisions organized by skill level and sometimes by age category
• •Scoring based on targets broken; highest scores advance

This event attracts trap shooters ranging from dedicated competitors to those looking to test their skills at a state-level competition. You should be comfortable handling a shotgun safely and have basic trap shooting experience. If you're new to competitive trap, practice rounds beforehand are recommended.

Expect a well-organized shooting competition with multiple squads rotating through trap stations. The atmosphere is competitive but welcoming to shooters serious about the sport. Weather can impact conditions, so be prepared for outdoor shooting in Pocatello's climate.