Women’s Sport Shooting Overview
Our program provides the opportunity for women to experience proper training to confidently handle a shotgun or pistol. We offer a safe, fun, and relaxed environment for the beginner to the experienced. Our training will teach you the knowledge, skills, and proper attitude for handling a firearm.
Take time for yourself to gain the necessary training to handle a firearm with confidence with one of our female NRA Certified Pistol and Shotgun Instructors. You do not need to be a club member to participate in the training. Fees are paid on the day of the event.
All Pistol and Shotgun events start in the Clubhouse with complimentary coffee and breakfast snacks prior to the event. The shotgun and pistol events usually last 2 – 3 hours.
Women’s Pistol Training Overview
The Women’s Pistol Training kicks off our 13th season on Saturday April 12th. Safety training and firearm instruction is mandatory and held in the clubhouse prior to each event.
The Pistol Training Class is limited to 12 women. You must register for the pistol class with Dianne Salata, at least 3 days prior to the scheduled event.
We have female NRA Certified Pistol Instructors available by appointment for private training. Private pistol training is required prior to attending our group pistol class. If you are a new or inexperienced shooter, attending the private training class will give you confidence with pistol handling skills and range commands prior to attending the group class. Our NRA Instructors can guide you by trying out a variety of firearms which will help you decide what best suits your needs for your own future purchase.
This year we are offering two (2) Beginner Pistol Classes where no firearm experience or private lessons are needed. Registration is mandatory. These are scheduled for May 17th and July 12th from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM.
We provide .22 caliber pistols, ammo, and targets. We encourage you to bring your own firearm along with two (2) or more magazines. Bring your safety equipment, eye, and ear protection if you have it. Otherwise, it is available to borrow for the event.
For the advanced pistol shooters who want to challenge their skills, we have scheduled events with steel target competitions, self-defense training and marksmanship.
2025 Handgun Dates – Handgun Safety Training in Lounge First
| Date | Event | Time |
| April 12
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Handgun Training 25 yard range | 8:30am – 1:00pm |
| May 17
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Pistol Training (BEGINNERS) 25 yard range | 8:30am – 1:00pm |
| June 14 & | Handgun Training 25 yard range | 8:30am – 1:00pm |
| July 12 | Pistol Training (BEGINNERS) 25 yard range | 8:30am – 1:00pm |
| Aug 2 | Pistol Training 25 yard range | 8:30am – 1:00pm |
| Sept 6 | Pistol Training 25 yard range | 8:30am – 1:00pm |
| October 4 | Pistol Competition / Banquet 25 yd/lounge | 8:30am – 1:00pm |
TRAP LEAGUE
The Women’s Shotgun Trap League kicks off our 12th season on Saturday, April 26th at 9:30 AM. The first meeting will cover shotgun safety training, trap league rules, and lessons in skill improvement. If you participate in the Trap League, you must commit to shooting the required five (5) Trap League events for score, April thru October.
Shotgun Training
We provide shotgun training for women new to the sport and for the experienced who want to improve their shotgun skills. Training is scheduled at 11:00 AM, after the Women’s Trap League shoot. Safety education and gun handling skills are provided before each training session in the clubhouse and on the range. New shooters are welcome to come early to watch the Trap League and socialize afterward. You must contact the chairwomen if you plan to attend this training so we can schedule instructors.
Private shotgun lessons can also be scheduled by appointment.
There are 12-gauge and 20-gauge shotguns available at no cost for your first training session. Shotgun rentals are $10.00 per day thereafter.
Ammunition and safety equipment are provided.
2025 Dates Shotgun Trap League & Shotgun Training
| Date | Event & Time |
| April 26 | Shotgun Trap League 9:30 a.m. & Shotgun Training 11:00 a.m. |
| May 31 /td> | Shotgun Summer Games 9:30am Bluebird / Skeet / 5 Stand |
| June 28 | Shotgun Trap League 9:30 a.m. & Shotgun Training 11:00 a.m. |
| July 26 | Shotgun Summer Games 9:30am Bluebird / Skeet / 5 Stand |
| August 16 | Shotgun Trap League 9:30 a.m. & Shotgun Training 11:00 a.m. |
| September 27 | Shotgun Trap League 9:30am & Shotgun Training 11:00am |
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September 21 |
Island Lake 9:30am |
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October 18 |
Trap & Banquet |
Additional Events & Activities we participate in:
| Date | Event & Time |
| March 14 | Fish Fry 4pm Setup and Cleanup |
Fees for Women’s Sport Shooting 2025
| Members | Non-Members | |
|---|---|---|
| Trap League Fee (one-time fee/season) Plus, Trap Line Fees (each event). |
$40.00 $6.00 |
$50.00 $9.00 |
| Private and Group Shotgun Training Plus Trap Line Fee |
$30.00 $6.00 |
$50.00 $9.00 |
| Pistol Group Class Borrowed Pistol / includes range fee. |
$30.00 | $40.00 |
| Pistol Group Class Your Pistol / includes range fee. |
$20.00 | $30.00 |
| Private Pistol Training Your Pistol or Borrowed Pistol |
$60.00 | $75.00 |
| Private Pistol – 25 Yard Range Fee | $3.00 | $7.00 |
Contacts:
Dianne Salata – Chairwoman 734-545-5231 dianne.salata@yahoo.com
Karen Harris – Co-Chair Shotgun 248-622-9613 ks.harris@yahoo.com
Cindy Cook – Co-Chair Pistol 248-224-9568 25claybirds@gmail.com