McDonald Sportsmens Association

McDonald Sportsmen's Association operates a full shooting complex in Midway, Pennsylvania that serves trap shooters, archery competitors, black powder enthusiasts, and precision rifle shooters. The club runs a packed event calendar with something happening nearly every week.

Trapshooting nights run every Thursday from 6 PM–10 PM throughout the year. This is their most frequent offering, drawing consistent crowds of shotgun competitors.

3D Archery shoots happen on alternating Saturdays and Sundays from 7 AM–1 PM, with registration open during shooting hours. Entry is $15 per shooter; anyone 16 and under shoots free.

Black Powder Cartridge Rifle shoots are scheduled roughly monthly on Saturdays from 7 AM–12 PM. These events attract traditional shooters and historical firearm enthusiasts.

Benchrest competitions include multiple formats: - 600 Bench Rest Score events - Peeking Groundhog matches - Groundhog precision shooting

These run Sunday mornings, 7 AM–12 PM, targeting long-range precision shooters.

The club offers a Bullseye Pistol League for target pistol competitors following traditional format rules.

Youth programs include a Youth Pheasant Hunt (typically October) running 8 AM–4 PM. Youth Archery sessions provide entry into the sport for younger shooters.

Fly Tying classes meet Monday evenings from 6 PM–7:30 PM at the range, bridging the fishing and hunting communities.

They also host an FC Trapshooting Team that represents the club in regional competitions.

The association operates on a membership model. Members can log into their portal to register for events, check schedules, and access event details. Non-members should contact the club directly about participation options.

Located at One Sportsman Way, Midway, PA 15060 | (724) 796-2271 | [email protected]

The facility maintains a full event calendar running from January through November, with most disciplines offering events multiple times per month. Their consistent schedule makes it easy for shooters in Washington County and surrounding areas to plan regular range sessions.

McDonald Sportsmen's Association combines the competitive structure of a formal gun club with accessibility—youth events are free or low-cost, and entry fees for 3D archery are minimal. They're not just a business; they're a community organization run by shooters for shooters, which shows in how often they host competitions and how varied their offerings are. Whether you're into trap, precision rifle, archery, or black powder, there's likely something scheduled for you this week.