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Ongoing Program
Weekly
competition
all

Trap Practice

East Huntingdon Sportsmans Association, Alverton, PA
Oct19
Next Session
Monday, October 19
40 sessions scheduled
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01 // ABOUT

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About This Program

What to expect when you show up

Trap Practice at East Huntingdon Sportsmans Association is your standard clay target shooting—single birds launched away from the line at different angles, the kind of fundamentals work that sharpens your lead and timing. October 19th is the date. You'll shoot five positions, 25 targets per round. This is straightforward trap format: consistent, repeatable, and effective for building solid shooting mechanics. Show up with your shotgun and ammo ready to work.

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

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