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August 1, 2022


Whether you’re a first-time gun owner or experienced, here are 8 ways to enjoy the target shooting sports and special events

NEWTOWN, Conn. — Breaking a flying clay target, hitting the bullseye or knocking over a steel plate and then sharing the fun of that experience awaits all who participate in National Shooting Sports Month® this August.

NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, established this celebration to encourage you to spend time at your local shooting range and share your passion for the shooting sports with others. Millions of Americans have purchased their first firearm over the last two years and millions more show great interest in learning about recreational shooting, making National Shooting Sports Month the perfect time to get involved — and we have 8 great ways to help you join in the celebration.

Bring Someone New and Join +ONE® Movement

It helps to have a mentor show you the ropes when taking up a new activity. NSSF’s +ONE Movement[3] asks experienced shooters to mentor newcomers and novices on how to safely handle firearms and develop skills to hit their targets, whether they’re paper, steel plates or moving clays. Experienced shooters can help secure the future of shooting sports by taking the +ONE pledge[4] to introduce someone new to target shooting this August!

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