Section Contact Details
Captain:
Vince Self – 0413 072 948 (Thursday Matches)
Vice Captain:
Brian Barton – 0413 072 948 (weekend Matches)
Matches are 50 clays (2 rounds of 25) – Thursday & Weekend shoots commence at 1230
Nominations close for Thursday & Weekend matches at 12:15pm
Section Program
It is recommended that shooters with side-bolt or lever action shotguns contact the shotgun captain prior to use, as this increase the difficulty to shoot the match well. The other recommendation if you have these types of shotguns is to contact the practical pistol sections, which has a shotgun match specifically designed for these types of firearms.
Heat Policy: Matches will be cancelled if the forecast is for 38 degrees on the previous evenings ABC weather.
Gauges: from 410 up to 12 gauge. If the shoot is specified as a sub gauge or side by side shoot you can shoot any gauge or format, however only the specified gun type/gauge is eligible for prizes.
Shotgun Shells: Shot size is limited to no greater than # 7 and weight of shot up to 32 grams (1 & 1/8 oz).
This area of clay target shotgun shooting that has shown the greatest growth worldwide in recent years is Sporting Clays.
This competition is set up in a natural bushland setting, with the traps presenting clay targets that simulate hunting a variety of game such as ducks, rabbits, quail and pheasants. The traps can be concealed in the bush or on towers, with the targets only visible in cleared areas.
The targets can be shot over a course of multiple ‘stands’, where shooters are shown targets in singles or doubles of various sizes and colors, and shoot each station with their squad of five or six shooters in turn. Most courses comprise 25 or 50 targets and the degree of difficulty can vary from easy to extremely hard.
Getting Started
Whilst there are a number of very expensive shotguns around, a top of the range gun is not an essential piece of equipment. As with all shotgun events, gun fit is very important, but new shooters will find the more experienced shooters willing to give advice on gun fit, style and technique to help them choose a suitable shotgun. On most ranges, the shooters are happy to give newcomers a few shots out of their guns, so that fit and style can be established. By going along to a shoot, a new shooter can be given a considerable amount of help and advice before venturing into the field of shotgun purchase. Good second hand guns are available and this is a good starting point for anyone interested in giving clay target shooting a go.
Shotguns that are generally suitable for 5-Stand and Sporting Clays events have sporting style stocks and variable chokes.