Welcome to the new year! Here is information about the 2023 Shotgun Sports games and special events. Please note that some events may be rescheduled due to adverse weather conditions.
Trap, skeet, double trap, wobble trap, pyramid wobble trap and 5-stand will be staffed and open to members and the public Saturdays and Sundays from 9 am to 4 pm from April 8 through December 30, 2023.
Sporting Clays will be open to the public (no accompanying member required) on Saturdays from 9 am-2 pm from May 6 through November 18, 2023.
This year we will again offer a variety of family-friendly special shooting events, games and classes for nonmembers and members. You do not have to be a member of ASC to pariticipate! Scroll down for more information and to download flyers.
To inquire about a private shotgun shoot, a group outing, a special wingshooting class or a round of Sporting Clays by appointment for members and non-members, click on the "Special Programs" tab on the left or send a message to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
As always, members with keys and their accompanied guests can shoot the self-service games every day during our normal shooting hours from 8 a.m. to 30 minutes after legal sunset, Mon-Sat and 8 a.m. until legal sunset on Sundays.
ASC's All Clays League is open to members and nonmembers. Teams of shooters compete by shooting three rounds of trap, skeet, 5 stand, pyramid wobble, and springing teal over a 12-week season. The team captain must be an ASC member. Teams may shoot during any normal shooting hours. If you are an individual who wishes to participate but you do not have a team please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with your name, cell number and email address and we will do our best to place you. For more details and to register a team, download the flyer below.
If our scheduled "How to Play the Games" dates don't work for you, send us a message at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and we can try to put a class together that meets your schedule. Scroll down for a list of the pre-scheduled "How to Play" sessions.
Activities
TRAP
ASC has three regulation trap and double trap fields, a wobble trap field and a pyramid wobble trap field. All machines use wireless transmitters and can be voice activated. Trap games are staffed on Saturdays/Sundays and open to members, guests and the general public 9 am to 4 pm from April 8 through December 30.
Trap fields are open to members with trap field keys and their guests on a self-serve basis from 8 a.m. to 30 minutes after legal sunset, Mon-Sat, and from 8 a.m. until legal sunset on Sundays, all year. Members are required to participate in a brief class on the safe operation and loading of the clay target machines and are then given a key to the trap houses. The classes are available on an as-needed basis and coordinated by contacting the shotgun sports staff. All automatic machines must use the club's clay targets. Guests who are shooting the fee games (sporting clays, skeet, spring teal, pyramid wobble trap, 5 stand and trap) do not require a wristband. Accompanied guests and nonmembers must sign a waiver form on both sides
SPRINGING TEAL
ASC has a permanent field set up for a challenging Springing Teal game that has a wireless transmitter and can be voice activated. It is staffed and open to members, guests and the general public Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. from April 8 through December 30. The Springing Teal game is open to members with trap field keys and their guests on a self-serve basis from 8 a.m. to 30 minutes after legal sunset, Mon-Sat, and from 8 a.m. until legal sunset on Sundays, all year. Members are required to participate in a brief class on the safe operation and loading of the clay target machines and are then given a key to the trap houses. The classes are available on an as-needed basis and coordinated by contacting the shotgun sports staff. All automatic machines must use the club's clay targets. Nonmembers must sign a waiver form on both sides.
5-STAND
Our 5-Stand field features many challenging target presentations that uses a wireless transmitter and can be voice activated. It is staffed and open to members, guests and the public Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. from April 8 through December 30. Members, guests and the general public are welcome. 5-Stand is also open to members with keys and their guests (no wristband required) on a self-serve basis from 8 a.m. to 30 minutes after legal sunset, Mon-Sat and 8 a.m. until legal sunset on Sundays, all year. Nonmembers must sign a waiver form on both sides.
SKEET
ASC has two regulation skeet fields that use a wireless transmitter and can be voice activated. The skeet fields are staffed and open to the general public on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. from April 8 through December 30.
Skeet is open to members with skeet field keys and their accompanied guests on a self-serve basis. Members are required to participate in a brief class on the safe operation and loading of the clay target machines and are then given a key to the skeet houses. The classes are given on an as-needed basis and coordinated by contacting the shotgun sports staff. All automatic machines must use the club's clay targets.
Members and their guests (no wristband required) may shoot Skeet from 8 a.m. to 30 minutes after legal sunset, Mon-Sat and 8 a.m. until legal sunset on Sundays, all year. Accompanied guests must sign the ASC waiver form on both sides.
SPORTING CLAYS COURSE
ASC features a 15-station, 100-target Sporting Clays course with multiple shooting positions to accommodate beginner, intermediate and advanced shooters. Self-service stations have wireless transmitters that are activated by voice or push-button. On Saturdays from May 6 through November 18 our Sporting Clays course will be open to the general public from 9 am-2 pm. The nonmember cost is $35 for 100 clay targets. Download the Info for Sporting Clays Guests below to learn more.
Nonmember groups of five (5) or more may be accommodated on other days by appointment. For availability and price quotes send an inquiry to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Members who have an entry gate key and their accompanied guests may shoot Sporting Clays on a self-serve basis during all regular shooting hours/days. All machines must use the club's clay targets. No special key or instruction is needed for self-service Sporting Clays.
The course hours for members and their accompanied guests are 8 a.m. to 30 minutes after legal sunset, Mon-Sat and 8 a.m. until legal sunset on Sundays, all year. All guests shooting the Sporting Clays course must sign the ASC waiver form on both sides but do not require a wristband.
MANUAL CLAYS MACHINES AND SHOTGUN PATTERNING BOARD
Manual clay thrower machines and a shotgun patterning board range are available only to members and their accompanied guests during normal operating hours. These are not open for general public use. Guests must sign a waiver form and remain under the direct supervision of the member at all times when using the manual machines and patterning board. These are available from 8 a.m. to 30 minutes after legal sunset, Mon-Sat and 8 a.m. until legal sunset on Sundays, all year. Members must bring their own targets and there is no fee for members using these areas. Guest fees or guest wristbands and a waiver form signed on both sides are required for all nonmembers using the manual throwers and patterning board.
Activity Fees Per Round
Fees listed are for games where participants bring their own equipment, shells, etc.
|
Membership |
Regular Trap & Springing Teal |
5 Stand & Double/Pyramid/Wobble Traps |
Skeet |
Sporting Clays- 100 targets |
|
Regular Member |
$5 |
$6 |
$5 |
$25 |
|
Nonmember |
$8 |
$8 |
$8 |
$35 |
|
Junior (under 18) |
$4 |
$5 |
$4 |
$20 |
Discounted game cards for eleven (11) shotgun games will be for sale, cash or check, from on-duty staff during open-to-the-public weekends and special events. Cards are available for members and nonmembers and are valid for one year. They cannot be used for the Sporting Clays course. No cash refund value, not redeemable for other activities.
FOR ALL SHOTGUN ACTIVITIES
- Fees for skeet, all trap games, 5-stand and sporting clays are payable in the appropriate honor boxes unless there is staff present to collect fees.
- Adult nonmembers (18 and older) must complete and sign a waiver form on both sides. Nonmember minors must have waiver forms signed by parent/guardian.
- Shooters must be familiar with and follow ASC Range Safety Rules.
- Only target loads in shot sizes 7 1/2, 8 or 9, are permitted for all shotgun games. Both lead and steel shot are allowed.
- Only two shells may be loaded in a shotgun at any time in the shotgun sports ranges.
HOW TO PLAY THE GAMES: TRAP, SKEET, 5-STAND
Not sure how to play the games? Our "How To" Sessions are open to members and nonmembers. Come to the Shotgun Sports Area between 9 am-noon with hearing protection, safety glasses, a shotgun and at least two boxes of target load, lead or steel ammunition in 7 ½, 8 or 9 size shot. Participants pay member rates for the clay targets thrown during the class (Skeet/Trap $5.00 per 25 targets, 5-Stand $6.00 for 25 targets. Staff will show you how the games are played. There is no charge for the instruction. Walk-ins are welcome. So that we can plan better, let us know if you're coming by message to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. These are also opportunities for members to attend the training to obtain self-service keys.
Want to learn the Shotgun games but don’t want to wait for the next pre-scheduled class? Are you only available on weekdays? Would you prefer a smaller group setting? Whatever the reason, ASC shotgun will be glad to help. E-mail us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and we can offer some options that might meet your schedule better.
- Pre-scheduled How to Play Trap, Skeet & 5 Stand sessions will be offererd on April 22, May 20, September 16 and September 30.
2023 SHOTGUN BASICS CLINICS, INTRO TO SPORTING CLAYS CLINICS, IDNR WINGSHOOTING CLINIC
The following are offered by the Special Programs Department and are open to members and the general public. Preregistration by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. is required; we cannot accommodate walk-ins.
Shotgun Basics and Sporting Clays Classes/Clinics are taught by NRA and IDNR Certified Shotgun Instructors and include supervised use of shotgun fields with on-field instruction/coaching.
ASC Members: instruction is free, loaner shotguns can be arranged, clay targets are five dollars per twenty-five.
Nonmembers: The class is open to the public and does not require guest wristbands/passes. There is a thirty-dollar charge that includes practice targets and the use of safety equipment. There may be additional fees for loaner firearms.
Participants should bring a traditional shotgun (anything with a stock) in 12, 16, 20, or 28 gauge, two or three boxes of target load ammunition (7 1/2, 8 or 9 shot) plus safety glasses and hearing protection. FOID cards are not required to take the class but government-issued photo identification must be presented to borrow a club shotgun.*
Shotgun Basics Clinic: Covers shotgun information and use, safety, clay target shooting and common games. Classroom time is followed by on-field instruction. Preregistration required by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Meet in the club office area on 7858 Preserve Road, Waterman IL ten minutes before class starts to sign in on the class dates listed below. Class takes approximately three hours.
8:30-11:30 am on May 7, June 24, July 8, Aug 5 and September 9, 2023
Intro to Sporting Clays Clinic: Field work only (no classroom) on the Sporting Clays Course. Learn how to read and set up to break a variety of clay target presentations. Preregistration is required by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Each session meets at the Sporting Clays range ten minutes before class start time and lasts two-three hours.
12:30-3:30 pm on May 7, June 24, July 8, Aug 5 and September 9, 2023
Children are welcome if they are: mature enough to pay attention and follow safety rules; strong enough to safely operate, hold up and swing a 7-pound shotgun; and accompanied at all times by a parent or grandparent.
Fees may be paid by cash or check. Preregister by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Keep an eye out for details and dates for this year's ASC IDNR Wingshooting Clinic planned for August 2022.
2023 SPECIAL SHOTGUN EVENTS - Open to All
So that we can plan better, let us know if you're coming by sending a message to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Walk-ins are welcome too. All fees are payable in cash or check.
Winter Events: January 21, February 18 and March 25, 2023. $25 per person includes four rounds of your game of choice—Skeet, Trap, Double Trap, Pyramid Wobble Trap, Springing Teals, and 5-Stand—PLUS food and beverage. Nonmembers can shoot additional rounds at member rates (Skeet/Trap $5 per 25 targets, 5-Stand $6 for 25 targets). Junior rate is $20.
Sporting Clays Events: June 17, July 22, September 23 and October 21, 2023. The fee of $30.00 per person includes lunch and 100 targets. Participants must bring: shotgun, 100 target-load lead or steel shells (no hunting or defense loads) and eye and ear protection. Start any time between 8:30 am and 2:00 pm. Prizes will be awarded.
Spring and Fall "All Clays" Events: May 13 and October 7, 2023. Attendees will shoot a combination of 4 different games for a total of 100 targets. Fee is $25.00 ($20.00 for juniors) including lunch. Participants must bring: shotgun, 100 target-load lead or steel shells (no hunting or defense loads) and eye and ear protection. Start times are 8:30, 10:30 and 12:30. You must preregister for an assigned start time. Prizes will be awarded for high scores as well as Lewis Class so there are plenty of opportunities to win.
Friday and Saturday Night Shoots: May 19, June 9, June 23, July 14, July 29, August 11, August 26, September 15 and October 7, 2023 from 5:00pm until 10:00pm. Night Shoot Fee options:
- Friday and Saturday Nights: $25.00 per person includes a combination of four total rounds: trap, double trap, 5-stand, pyramid wobble, springing teal or skeet, plus food and beverage with additional rounds at member/nonmember rates (best deal for nonmembers/guest). Junior rate is $20.
- Friday Night Option: $15.00 per person includes two rounds of trap, double trap, 5-stand, pyramid wobble, springing teal or skeet, plus food and beverage with additional rounds at member/nonmember rates. Junior rate is $12.
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Special Youth Night Shoot. July 29, 2023 4 pm until 10 pm. Scroll down to see the "Youth Night" flyer for this event.
- Special Saturday Night Pig Roast: August 26, 2023
Participants bring: shotgun, at least 100 target load lead or steel shells (no hunting or defense loads) and eye and ear protection. Start any time between 5:00 pm and 9:30.
Turkey Shoot: November 4, 2023. 10am-3pm. Win a turkey, ham or other prize based on your shooting skills. (No actual turkeys will be injured during this event.)
*Members and visitors must comply with all local, state and federal firearms laws.
For more information about ASC Shotgun Sports contact Dean Diddell, Shotgun Department Chairman at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Downloadable Documents
2023_Shotgun_Events_Schedule_Final.pdf
2023_Shotgun_Clinics_Flyer.pdf
Info_for_Sporting_Clays_Guests.pdf