All about Shoalhaven Clay Target Club

🏟️ Facilities and Ranges

SCTC is equipped with a variety of shooting layouts to support different clay target disciplines:

• 2 Down-The-Line (DTL) Layouts:
  • Ideal for traditional trap shooting.
  • Suitable for both practice and competition.
• 1 Skeet Layout:
  • Designed for fast-paced, reflex-based shooting.
  • Includes high and low houses with crossing targets.
• Extensive Sporting Clays Range:
  • Simulates real hunting scenarios with varied target trajectories.
  • Offers a dynamic and challenging experience for shooters.
• Clubhouse:
  • Central hub for members and visitors.
  • Includes amenities for social gatherings and event coordination.
• Camping Facilities:
  • On-site camping available for members and guests.
  • Includes a heated bunkhouse, toilets, and showers.
  • Especially useful during multi-day competitions.

🔫 Disciplines Offered

The club supports a wide range of shotgun sports, including:

• Trap (DTL)
• Skeet
• Sporting Clays

These disciplines cater to both recreational shooters and competitive athletes, with events structured to suit all levels of experience.

🧑‍🏫 Training and New Shooter Support

• Beginner-Friendly Environment:
  • New shooters are welcomed and guided through safety and basic shooting techniques.
  • Supervised sessions ensure a safe and enjoyable introduction to the sport.
• Try Shooting Days:
  • Periodically held to introduce the public to clay target shooting.
  • Includes safety briefings, equipment use, and hands-on experience.

🏆 Competitions and Events

• Regular Club Meets:
  • Held on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month.
  • Includes DTL, Skeet, and Sporting Clays events.
• The Misty Mountain:
  • The club’s major annual competition.
  • A two-day event featuring:
    • 75-target Sporting Clays on Saturday.
    • 100-target Sporting Clays on Sunday.
  • Culminates in a Christmas shoot and awards presentation.
• Affiliations:
  • The club is affiliated with Sporting Clays Australia and adheres to national standards for safety and competition.

👥 Community and Membership

• Welcoming Atmosphere:
  • Known for its friendly and inclusive culture.
  • Encourages camaraderie and sportsmanship.
• Membership Options:
  • Available for individuals, families, and juniors.
  • Includes access to all facilities and events.
• Volunteer-Driven:
  • Operated by a dedicated committee and supported by active members.