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01 // ABOUT
#01
About This Program
What to expect when you show up
The trapshooting ranges are open to the public every Thursday year round. Our lighted range allows for trapshooting to continue from 2pm until no shooters waiting. If you are going to be after 4:30pm in the winter or after 6:00pm in the summer please call Kent Bushman at 815-631-4868 and let him know so he doesn’t close up before you arrive.
Trapshooting fees are as follows:
$4.50 per round of 25 clays
$3.00 for 17 years of age and younger
$80 for 20 round shooting cards for current members = $4.00 per round
$85 for 20 round shooting cards for non members = $4.25 per round
12 & 20 gauge shells – available at going price
02 // GEAR
#02
What to Bring
Equipment and gear for this program
1Shotgun (12 or 20 gauge)
2Minimum 75 shells (target loads, 7.5-8 shot)
3Eye protection (required)
4Ear protection (required)
Safety & Rules
Know these before your first shot
- Shotguns must remain unloaded and actions open except on the firing line
- Only target loads permitted (no slugs or buckshot)
- Eye and ear protection required at all times
- Follow all pull-house commands and range procedures
- No more than one shell loaded at a time for singles trap
01 // SESSIONS
#01
Upcoming Sessions
28 sessions scheduled - click any date to view details or register
04 // TIPS
#04
Pro Tips for Beginners
Advice from experienced shooters
Start at the 16-yard line—everyone does, including future champions
Borrow or rent before buying; most clubs have loaner guns available
Mount the gun the same way every time—consistency beats speed
Keep your head on the stock through the shot; lifting causes misses
Focus on the leading edge of the target, not the whole thing
Follow through after the shot; stopping the swing causes trailing misses
Practice your pre-shot routine until it is automatic
Shoot with experienced people and watch what they do
Join a club league; weekly competition accelerates improvement
Track your scores; patterns reveal which stations need work
Lesson from a certified instructor is worth 1000 rounds of practice
If you hit 23-24/25 consistently, consider moving to handicap for challenge