• I'm apprehensive about shooting sports, should I be?
In all honesty, shooting sports, when care is taken, are some of the safest, most fun activities which are enjoyed by millions of people world-wide. In our shooting environment, we require all shooters to wear ear and eye protection and to follow the basic rules of gun-safety etiquette.

• I'm new to clay target games. What do I need to bring with me the first time out?
If you have nothing but a shotgun, we can outfit you with the right gear. For sale in the pro shop are shell pouches, shooting vests, shooting glasses, hearing protection and ammunition for your gun. If you do not have the right shotgun, we can rent you one provided you demonstrate proper gun safety and etiquette.

• Can I get a lesson before I go out on my own?
Yes. We encourage this and have instructors on site. You need to make an appointment, however, because our instructors get booked well in advance. Instructors are not available for "drop-in" sessions. Cancellations must be done a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the appointment.

• Are there any female instructors?
Yes. While they are not employed by the club, there are female instructors in Oregon who are able to meet with you and conduct private lessons by appointment. Please consult the NSCA list of instructors in this area.

• How easy is it to book an instructor?
It is easy to book an instructor, but you should anticipate a lead time of 2-3 weeks for more popular instructors.

• Are there any all-in-one shooting/instructing packages?
Yes. We have introductory packages including a hour's lesson, targets, ammunition and gun rental.

• Can I purchase the proper ammunition from the club?
Yes. Our ammunition prices are frequently the best on the west coast, especially for high-quality brands like Fiocchi and Rio. We typically have a very good selection of shot size, gauge and type of load to suit any shooting need at our club.

• Do you do gun sales, too?
Yes. Our Pro Shop is a federally licensed gun dealer, specializing in Beretta shotguns for sport and field. We have a consignment room where you can find good deals on pre-owned firearms. We also feature a full line of the most common shooting clothing and accessories in a variety of sizes.

• My kids wish to shoot. How old do they need to be?
While there is no hard and fast rule, we ask that your child be of an age where they can safely handle a shotgun, demonstrating proper firearms safety and etiquette. That age is typically around 12.

• How much time do I need for each of the sports?
Clay target sports can be a liesurely activity, but remember that there may be more advanced shooters waiting behind you to shoot on your field or station.

In general, a round of skeet or trap or 5-stand may take 10-20 minutes, depending on how many there are in your squad. You will need a minimum of two people for skeet so one call pull the targets for the other. Trap and 5-Stand are pulled for you by a staff member of the club.

A full round Sporting Clays (100 targets) will take approximately 1.5 to 2.5 hours, depending on your mode of transportation. Since it is arranged much like a golf course, it can be a time to stretch your legs and enjoy a bit of exercise along with your shooting.