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The Ohio State Trapshooting Association, founded in 1887, is the authoritative voice for trap shooters across the Buckeye State. This isn't a commercial range or retail operation—OSTA is a member-driven organization dedicated to promoting trapshooting as a sport rooted in safety, sportsmanship, and ...
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The Ohio State Trapshooting Association, founded in 1887, is the authoritative voice for trap shooters across the Buckeye State. This isn't a commercial range or retail operation—OSTA is a member-driven organization dedicated to promoting trapshooting as a sport rooted in safety, sportsmanship, and community.
In partnership with landowners Jack Fishburn and the late Karen Fishburn, OSTA developed one of the finest shotgunning facilities in the country:
| Facility | Details |
|---|---|
| Range Types | Multiple championship-quality trap ranges |
| Additional Amenities | Heated indoor pool, lake, outdoor activities |
| Camping | Family-friendly camping facilities on-site |
| Events Hosted | OSTA State Shoot, SSSF National Championships, countless sanctioned tournaments |
| Location | Vandalia, Ohio |
Cardinal Center isn't just for competition—it's a full sporting destination with facilities for shooters of all levels and families.
Shooters qualify for the All-Ohio Team by maintaining minimum target requirements and shooting the championship events (Singles, Handicap, Doubles). The minimum composite average to make the team is 85% (waived for Senior Veterans and Lady II shooters).
Top shooters earn "Ohio's Grandest Shooter" recognition—a title that carries serious weight in Ohio trapshooting circles.
OSTA operates across four geographic zones with affiliated clubs:
Each zone hosts regular shoots, maintains zone standings, and publishes zone news.
To Register a Shoot: 1. Print and complete ATA Shoot Application (Green Form) 2. Mail or email to Noreen Snively, OSTA Secretary 3. Apply at: Ohio State Trapshooting Association, P.O. Box 956, Ravenna, Ohio 44266
To Register a League: 1. Complete ATA Registered League Application (Blue Form) 2. Endorse a $25 check payable to ATA 3. Approved by OSTA Secretary 4. Mail to OSTA headquarters
"The OSTA promotes trapshooting as an enjoyable sport with a signature of safety and good sportsmanship. Our officers and board are committed to serving Ohio shooters and their clubs."
From manual spring-loaded trap machines in farm fields to championship-level tournaments at world-class facilities, OSTA has stewarded trapshooting's evolution in Ohio. Today, the organization balances competition excellence with youth development and accessibility—ensuring trapshooting remains a core part of Ohio's shooting culture for generations to come.
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