Skeet/Trap questions for starting up.

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Is there a website or book that can give a guy an idea on what to do to get into skeet and trap shooting.

I have always had a passion for this sport but just haven't had anywhere to shoot. I live really close to our range and wouldn't mind getting started. So what do I need to get. Or what accessories do I need to get?

I have a O/U that I just purchased last fall, mainly because I have always wanted one but other reason was to possible get into this sport. I just purchased a SX3 with all the chokes as well. If I get into it and like it I will most likely upgrade my 12 gauge.

Is there a skeet/trap book for dummies?

Thanks in advance
 
or skeet try http://www.nssa-nsca.org/

For trap try http://www.learntrapshooting.ca/ and
http://www.shootata.com/pdfs/2011_rulebook_4web.pdf
 
There is nothing wrong with reading about it.... but that is no replacement for getting out and trying it. Contact your local club. Call them, or even better stop in during shooting hours. Get all the information live and in person. Chances are pretty good that they will invite you to come out and try the facility.

Brad.
 
I was out a couple years ago but I was totally overwhelmed and didn't have the proper equipment. It was quite intimidating. I did enjoy myself but never did go back. I wanted to make sure I had the right equipment so I don't hold people up.

I plan on going there this Wednesday and talking to a few of them to see if they can give me a few lessons.

Thanks for the help.
 
Don't get too concerned about proper equipment yet. I see all kinds of new shooters. To start you need something to cover your eyes and ear plugs. Definitely talk to the shooters at the club. Generally shooters are great people and will be more than happy to help you out.
 
By the way, your SX3 will do fine for trying out trap and skeet. I can't speak for clubs in your area, but at our club, many shooters will let you try their guns as well, to see what best suits you at the game. I was able to shoot rounds with several guns before deciding which gun I wanted to buy.
 
stubblejumper said:
By the way, your SX3 will do fine for trying out trap and skeet. I can't speak for clubs in your area, but at our club, many shooters will let you try their guns as well, to see what best suits you at the game. I was able to shoot rounds with several guns before deciding which gun I wanted to buy.
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I read a lot of your posts about coopers before I decided to purchase my first one. Before I actually take the leap and buy a better gun I will most likely shoot a few but also ask some opinions on here.

Thanks for the help.
 
Shoot what you have and don't be in a hurry to upgrade right away. Most folks will let you shoot their guns, if you ask or show interest. Be warned that the pursuit of the perfect clay target gun seldom ends (LOL).

Trapshooters.com "discussion forum" is a good place to read about clay target shooting. www.trapshooter.com is a great source for information, but you need to be able to separate the wheat from the chaff and not allow yourself to be drawn into some of the more heated discussions there.
 
This is a pretty good book to learn about clay target shooting. It covers all of the games. I'd suggest ordering it through Amazon in the U.S. to get it faster.

http://www.amazon.com/Clay-Target-Handbook-Jerry-Meyer/dp/1558214151

Be wary about advice at the club solicited or otherwise. Often it's contradictory and there is not just one way to shoot targets. Better is to find a professional instructor and pay to learn the basics. The gun is the least of your concerns at first. Stance, hold point, eye hold, foot position are all critical to success and once you've learned about those then you can start thinking about the gun.

Just be warned however that shooting clay targets can result in a lifetime addiction. ;)
 
For trap I usually still use my mossberg pump 535 with factory full choke. The gun is not as important as learning the basics. Its always nice to have a better quality nicer looking purpose built gun but it don't mean it'll make you shoot better. Take your time and practise and try as many guns as you can. I always shoot a field gun better then a high vent rib. Main thing is don't get discouraged if you don't shoot well the first couple times out. Have fun and learn its a great sport
 
If you're bitten by the skeet bug, one book about skeet that's helpful is King Heiple's book "Mastering Skeet" (2007). I like to study videos too and the best I've found on skeet is Todd Bender's video on fundamentals.
 
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