RI Trapshooting Assoc

The Rhode Island Trapshooting Association (RITA) is a premier shotgun club organization dedicated to competitive trap shooting in Rhode Island. With over 100 years of trapshooting history in the state, RITA represents the longest-standing tradition of moving target shooting in New England.

Currently representing 65 active members, the Rhode Island Trapshooting Association sanctions and organizes ATA (Amateur Trapshooting Association) registered shoots throughout the state. RITA serves as the governing body for competitive trap shooting in Rhode Island and maintains membership in the national ATA network.

RITA-affiliated clubs that host ATA registered shoots include:

• •Narragansett Gun Club - 541 Austin Farm Rd., Exeter, RI 02822
• •Wallum Lake Rod & Gun Club - 200 Brook Rd., Harrisville, RI 02830

RITA organizes several major competitive shooting events:

• •109th Rhode Island State Shoot (May 30 - June 1, 2025) - The flagship annual championship event
• •Narragansett Buckle Shoot - Annual competitive event held in October
• •Wallum Lake Cup - Registered trap shooting competitions held throughout the year
• •Grand American - RITA shooters compete at the national Grand American Trapshoot

Rhode Island residents interested in joining RITA can contact the State Secretary at [email protected]. The association welcomes both competitive shooters and contributors to the sport, recognizing excellence through its Hall of Fame program.

RITA is led by an experienced board of directors including President Rick Riebe and ATA Delegate Greg Smith, ensuring high-quality organization and adherence to national standards.