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01 // ABOUT
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About This Program
What to expect when you show up
[Trap shooting](/handbook/trap-shooting) at Lima Sabres on October 28th—five stations, 25 targets per round, singles launched away from the line at changing angles. This is fundamentals work: footwork, swing, follow-through, reading the bird's line. You'll shoot from each position and see exactly what your technique produces.
Morning trap is solid for building consistency without the crowd noise and fatigue that pile up later. You get clear sight lines, manageable heat, and time to think between rounds. Lima Sabres runs a straightforward format that rewards focus and repetition.
02 // GEAR
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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
39 sessions scheduled - click any date to view details or register
04 // TIPS
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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