Families, Friends, Competitors Attend Two of the World’s Largest Shooting Sports Events
Families, Friends, Competitors Attend Two of the World’s Largest Shooting Sports Events
EAST ALTON, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--August is National Shooting Sports Month and it is the perfect time to draw attention to the success of two of the largest shooting sports events in the world.
The 2023 Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) National Championship ran from July 7-15, and drew intense competition from over 3,100 of the nation’s best youth shooters, representing 37 states. Held annually at the Cardinal Shooting Center in Marengo, OH, the SCTP National Championship is an opportunity for friends and families to spend quality time together in a positive shooting sports environment.
The Amateur Trapshooting Association (ATA) 124th Annual Grand American Trapshooting Championships at the World Shooting & Recreational Complex in Sparta, IL, concluded on August 12, drawing more than 3,000 competitors over the 10-day competition. The Grand is more than a championship. It is a celebration of the shooting sports. Debuting in 1900, the Grand American is steeped in history and is a shining example of how the shooting sports have been a popular recreational activity for over a century.
“The shooting sports positively impact millions of lives each year. These two events alone welcomed people from all walks of life, different ages and skill levels. That is what makes the shooting sports so unique; anyone can participate,” said Jason Gilbertson, director of marketing for Shoot United. “Growth in shooting sports participation is happening, especially at the high school level. At Shoot United, we’re excited to continue sharing opportunities for people to learn and get involved.”
This August marks the 7th annual National Shooting Sports Month, organized by the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF). Created to encourage participation in the shooting sports and emphasize firearms safety, National Shooting Sports Month reminds people about the fun and excitement of target shooting. Whether you’re an experienced shooter, a hunter, or a person just becoming interested in acquiring a first firearm, head out to the range this month and get started on your shooting journey. If you can’t make it out to the range, take some time to learn about the NSSF’s +ONE Movement and introduce a family member or friend to the shooting sports next time you head to the range.
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About Shoot United
Shoot United™ is a dynamic initiative designed to promote all that’s wholesome and healthful about the shooting sports and responsible firearm ownership. It's time spent outdoors with family and friends. It’s competition. It’s one of the most fun and safe recreational activities in the country. The mission is to drive awareness and activate new participants to the sport by sharing engaging and educational content as well as providing resources where people can learn how to participate in the shooting sports and hunting activities.
Shoot United: Committed to Safe, Legal and Responsible Firearm Use
Shoot United is committed to safe, legal, and responsible firearm use. Shoot United supports key groups like the National Shooting Sports Foundation on a variety of topics important to our industry including training and education, and specific programs such as Gun Owners Care and Project ChildSafe. Shoot United will continue to support programs, organizations and individuals that promote hunting and shooting sports activities in a positive and responsible environment. Any use of firearms by youth participants should be done under the direct supervision of a parent, guardian, or other responsible adult.
About Gun Owners Care
Gun owners care. You care about safety. You care about preventing unauthorized access to firearms. You care about bettering your community, helping those in need and conserving wildlife and wild places for generations to come. It’s time for gun owners to tell their stories, to show how they're making a difference. NSSF®, the trade association for the firearms industry, has established the Gun Owners Care campaign to unite gun owners and the firearms industry in this common cause. Visit gunownerscare.org for more information.
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