Do I need my own shotgun to participate in trap shooting?

Most participants bring their own shotgun — a standard 12-gauge is the most common choice in trap shooting. Many members are happy to help new shooters get familiar with the sport before committing to gear.

Trap Shooting League | Ashippun Sportsmen’s Club

Trap league information

This section makes schedules, standings, and league information easier to follow for both shooters and visitors.

What is supported

Season schedules
Team standings
Shooter totals
Personal best tracking
Clubhouse broadcast displays

League format

Current website structure supports Summer, Fall, and Winter seasons, weekly score entry, six shooters per team, top five scores counted each week, and two rounds of 25 targets per shooter.

Trap league action.

Season Schedule Full season shoot schedule — team assignments, times, and trap house locations for every week. League Standings Team race and top individual shooters — updated live as scores are entered each week. Shooter Totals Every shooter in the league with their season total, personal best, and best week. Club Events Upcoming events, shoots, and club announcements. Season Archive Scores, standings, and shooter totals from every past season — preserved forever.

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What is trap shooting?

Trap shooting is a shotgun sport where competitors fire at clay targets — called "birds" — launched from a single mechanical trap house set into the ground ahead of the shooting stations. Each shooter rotates through five positions arranged in a semicircle, firing at targets that fly outward at varying angles. A standard round is 25 targets, and scores track how many you break.

It's one of the three major clay target disciplines in the United States, alongside skeet and sporting clays, and is widely regarded as one of the most beginner-friendly shooting sports because of its consistent target presentation and straightforward mechanics.

A welcoming sport for all skill levels

Whether you're a seasoned competitor or picking up a shotgun for the first time, trap shooting has a natural learning curve that rewards patience and practice. League nights at Ashippun Sportsmen's Club bring together shooters of all experience levels — from members who have been competing for decades to newer participants still finding their footing. Youth and junior shooters are actively encouraged, with junior memberships available for $1 per year.

Clay target shooting at the club range.

Common Questions

Trap league & shooting questions

Answers to the questions we hear most often from members, visitors, and people new to the sport.

Where can I shoot trap near Oconomowoc or Waukesha County?

Ashippun Sportsmen's Club is located at W2629 Elm St in Ashippun, WI — a short drive from Oconomowoc, Watertown, Hartland, Delafield, and the broader Waukesha County and Jefferson County area. We're one of the closest active trap clubs serving the Lake Country region of southeastern Wisconsin, and we welcome visitors and prospective members from across the area.

Is trap shooting good for beginners?

Yes — trap shooting is widely considered one of the most beginner-friendly shooting sports. Targets move in consistent directions from a known position, the rules are easy to follow, and league nights are a low-pressure environment to improve. Many of our current members started with little or no shooting background. Junior memberships are available for $1 per year, and youth participation is actively encouraged.

How does the Ashippun trap league work?

The club runs three trap leagues throughout the year — Summer, Fall, and Winter seasons. Teams consist of six shooters, and the top five scores each week count toward the team total. Each shooter fires one or two rounds of 25 targets per league night. Standings are tracked across the full season with team and individual totals updated regularly. Current scores are available on this site under League Standings.

Do I need my own shotgun to participate?

Most participants bring their own shotgun — a standard 12-gauge is the most common choice in trap shooting. If you're just getting started and don't have equipment yet, attending a monthly meeting or a league night is the best first step. Many members are happy to help new shooters get familiar with the sport before committing to gear.

What nights does the trap league shoot?

League night schedules are set at the start of each season. Check the Events page on this site for current season information, or follow the club on Facebook where schedules and notices are posted regularly.

What is the difference between trap, skeet, and sporting clays?

All three use clay targets and shotguns, but each presents targets differently. Trap targets fly away from the shooter at varying angles from a single trap house buried in front of the field. Skeet targets cross each other from two houses at opposite ends of a semicircular field. Sporting clays simulates hunting scenarios with targets launched from multiple positions across a course. Ashippun Sportsmen's Club specializes in trap shooting across its three lighted trap fields.

League schedules, standings, and clubhouse display pages