Question 1

How old do I need to be to join the trap club?

Accepted Answer

Before our first season practice (usually the end of March), you MUST... 1. be 12 years old AND 2. possess a Minnesota DNR Firearms Safety Certificate AND 3. have completed your range day.   We will NOT accept the SAFE certificate on the MN Clay Target League website.

Question 2

What is the cost to join the Shakopee Trap Club?

Accepted Answer

There are three separate fees that need to be paid by each participant.  1. Shakopee Trap Club fee: $275 (usually in January)  This includes ammo, Horse and Hunt Club fees, clays, jersey, STC expenses, banquet, awards, website, etc.  2. Minnesota Clay Target League fee: $45 (usually in February)  You need to be a member of the MN Clay Target League to be on our team. This fee is paid directly to the league for administration costs associated with operations, awards, and insurance. Also included is an annual four–issue subscription to the League’s PullUSA Magazine.  3. (Optional) Minnesota Clay Target League fee for the Championship: $45 (usually in March)  The Championship is in Alexandria, MN and is the the "playoff" like other sports. The League invites ALL student athletes to participate in the Championship.

Question 3

Do I need my own 12 gauge or 20 gauge?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Shooters must know and understand all of the operating and safety features of their firearm they are using prior to shooting on the range.   You MUST have your own firearm...no one else's. You may not borrow a friend's firearm to shoot a round.

Question 4

What kind of footwear is appropriate for shooting nights?

Accepted Answer

Only closed-toe footwear. NO SANDALS ARE ALLOWED!!

Question 5

What happens if I graduate early?

Accepted Answer

First off...Congratulations!!!  Per the Shakopee High School Early Graduation Form; Letter B, students may not participate in any extracurricular activities or athletics after mid-year graduation.

Question 6

Can I switch between my 12 gauge firearm or my 20 gauge firearm during the season?

Accepted Answer

No. When you register with the STC, you must choose at that time what gauge you will be shooting. You must use this gauge during the entire season. Ammo was purchased according to your registration and we do not have extra ammo for a student to switch.  ***If for some very RARE reason, a student needs to switch gauges, the student and parent must talk to our RSO and Head Coach. You will not receive the ammunition, or a refund, for the gauge you registered with.***

Question 7

How do I obtain a MN DNR firearms safety certificate?

Accepted Answer

Check out MN DNR: Firearms Safety Certification for Youth for more information.   We will not accept the SAFE certificate from the MN Clay Target League.

Question 8

Where do we meet each week on shooting nights?

Accepted Answer

Minnesota Horse and Hunt Club
2920 220th St E. Prior Lake, MN  55372  Every Tuesday starting at 4pm.

Question 9

What do I need to bring each week for shooting night?

Accepted Answer

Proper hearing and eye protection; ammo pouch / bag; proper warm or cool clothing attire, and firearm in its case; marked in a way that you can recognize it.

Question 10

How many weeks is the trap season?

Accepted Answer

9 weeks  Each Tuesday at the Horse and Hunt Club in Prior Lake.   Veteran shooters will start at 4 pm, with new shooters starting at 5 pm. Times are all rough estimates. Please arrive early as your squad could start shooting earlier if all of the students are at the range.  2022 Season  March 22nd:	Practice Week 1 begins March 29th:	Practice Week 2 begins April 5th:		NO SHOOTING ENJOY SPRING BREAK April 12th:		Reserve Week April 19:		Competition Week 1 begins April 26:		Competition Week 2 begins May 3:		Competition Week 3 begins May 10th:		Competition Week 4 begins May 17th:		Competition Week 5 begins May 24th:		Fun Week (Last day of the season)

Question 11

What is the difference between the Trap Shooting Championship, the  Minnesota State High School State Tournament and the National Championship?

Accepted Answer

The Trap Shooting Championship is the "playoff" for the MSHSL State Tournament. All STC students are encouraged to register for this event - no matter your skill level. Registration is $45 (includes a t-shirt and targets). You will receive an email mid-season from our Head Coach when the time comes to register.  Alexandria Shooting Park 655 County Rd 87 Alexandria, MN 56308 June 13th – June 21st, 2022. It is a one all-day event and we will know our specific day mid-season.  7:30am - Check in with Head Coach 8:00am - Opening Ceremony  Hotel: If you plan on staying overnight the night before, we recommend that you reserve a room now, as we do not hold any room blocks.   Ammo: Students MUST provide their own ammo - 4 boxes plus more if you want to practice for $6 per round. All shooters will shoot 100 targets (50 / 50). Ammunition specifications must meet the requirements of the League.
 Gauge		Shot				Shot Size
 12			1 oz. or 1-1/8 oz.	#7.5 or #8
 20			7/8 oz.			#8  Scores and rankings will be published on the league's website shortly after the completion of the events. Check out the trapshooting championship here.  MSHSL State Tournament The State Tournament invites a select number of top performing teams and individuals to compete from the Trap Shooting Championship. Minnesota State High School League’s State Tournament  Minneapolis Gun Club 2006 Judicial Rd Prior Lake, MN June 24th, 2022  National Championship The National Championship invites a select number of top performing teams and individuals to compete from the MSHSL State Tournament. The National Championship MTA Homegrounds 1534 W. Service Rd Mason, MI 48854. July 6th – July 10th 2022 Registration fee is $85/student.

Question 12

How do I letter in trap?

Accepted Answer

Shakopee Trap Club Lettering Criteria as recognized by the Shakopee High School.
 All of the following must be met:
1. No incident with drugs, alcohol or tobacco
2. Full-time student with no failing grades
3. Maintain a 2.0 GPA or higher
4. Make progress towards graduation   One of the following needs to be met:
A) Any athlete who shoots 25 straight in the same round and/or 50 straight in two rounds of the same day in conference weeks 1 - 5 (not including Practice Weeks, Reserve Week, or Fun Week). 
B) Any athlete who has a season average of 20 or higher as determined by True Team Scoring System. C) Any athlete who shoots on Varsity at the Trap Shooting Championship in Alexandria, MN. D) Any Senior who has participated in all grades 9-12 (4 consecutive years) despite classification status.

Question 13

How do I register for the trap club?

Accepted Answer

All returning students from the previous season will register first. Watch for an email at the end of January to register in early February.   New member registration will open in early February. Watch our website for registration to open. We will close register when all 75 spots are filled or the deadline, whichever happens first. New student registration is on a first-come basis.    Once all students (75 max limit) are registered with the Shakopee Trap Club, the next step is to register with the Minnesota State High School Clay Target League. We will send an email to inform you when it is time to register with the league.   **Please make sure to check your trash, junk and spam folders often once registration starts. A-lot of times emails have been found in those folders.

Question 14

How do I get more information about The Shakopee Trap Club?

Accepted Answer

If you can not find your answer under the FAQ, please send an email to  shakopeetrapclub@gmail.com with further questions.

Question 15

If I am absent from trap for ANY reason, will I receive the ammo from my missed round(s)?

Accepted Answer

No. For legality reasons and Shakopee Trap Club protocol, students will not receive your ammo or be refunded due to absence(s).   Any extra ammo at the end of the season will be carried over to the next season.  **There will be a mandatory safety meeting before our first practice (student and at least 1 parent). Our range rules will be reviewed, along with any ammo questions and general questions. It MUST be signed by BOTH student and parent (s) and brought back on the first night the student shoots or the student does not get to shoot.

Question 16

I do not know much about trap shooting. Can I still register?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely!  If you are an expert shooter or just trying the sport for the first time, we invite you to join. Our coaching staff starts from the very beginning and they will teach you the rules of the sport and how to have fun!