Ground Swipers Trap Club
Common Inquiries
Everything you need to know before your first clay flies.
⚠ Safety First, Always
Range Rules Every Shooter Follows
General Firearm Safety
- Every shotgun is treated as if it is always loaded
- Actions stay open when moving between fields
- Muzzles point in a safe direction at all times
Eye and Ear Protection
- Eye protection is mandatory
- Ear protection is mandatory
Guests and Waivers
- Guests are welcome and must be accompanied by a member to the clubhouse
- Anyone shooting completes a waiver and guest check in form
- No individual may shoot without completing the waiver
Ammunition Restrictions
- Maximum load of 1 1/8 ounce
- Shot sizes 7.5, 8 or 9 only
- No buckshot, slugs or steel shot
Range Safety Procedures
- Safety is a shared responsibility on every field
- If you see an unsafe condition, call Cease Fire right away
- The range operator clears the issue before shooting resumes
Alcohol Policy
- No alcohol before or during shooting
- None permitted in the trap range area
- Impaired shooters will be removed
Range Operator Authority
- The range operator has final say on safety and rule enforcement
- May remove a shooter from the line or the property for unsafe behavior
- Violations may result in removal without refund
When We Run the Traps
Thursday Evening
Lights and Dinner
An evening shoot under the LED lights followed by dinner at the club. Good targets, better company.
Sunday Midday
The Sunday Shoot
Our 9:30a to 2:00p shoot with a community lunch. The whole club turns out, so bring the family.
What to Bring to the Range
Required
- A trap suitable shotgun
- Eye protection
- Ear protection
- Approved ammunition, max 1 1/8 ounce with 7.5, 8 or 9 shot
Recommended
- A shell pouch or shooting vest
- A brimmed hat
- Weather appropriate clothing
- Water or refreshments
How It Works When You Arrive
Park and head to the clubhouse.
Leave your firearm unloaded with the action open outside.
Complete your waiver at the desk.
Take the safety orientation if you are a non ATA member.
Receive your trap field assignment and shoot well.
Still Have Questions?
We Are Happy to Help
If there is something you do not see here, send us an email and we will get you an answer. We would love to see you out on the fields.
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