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Both
addictive and challenging, sporting clays is often
referred to as "golf with a shotgun". Instead
of sinking a ball into a hole, shooters aim to break targets
along a designated course. Families, men, women and children
can safely enjoy this energetic sport.
Started in England in the 1920's,
sporting clays began as a way for
hunters to practice their skills on
shooting courses designed to simulate
different hunting situations. Stations
positioned in the woods or clearing
allowed shooters to aim their shotguns
at clay disks known simply as "clays".
"Birds" are launched into
the sky while "rabbits"
bounce along the ground. Sporting
clays uses a number of different types
of clay targets. Combining different
speeds and angles along with the different
types and sizes of targets is what
makes the game so challenging.
This sport arrived in the US over
two decades ago and has triggered
regional and national attention. Sporting
Clays is rapidly developing into one
of the country's fastest growing pastimes.
Central Minnesota and Wild Marsh are
becoming known as the destination
for this exciting sport.
Wild
Marsh consists of three sporting clay
courses, with 36 stations that encompass
110 acres of land nestled among the
majestic Norway pine and the mighty
Oaks of central Minnesota.
Wild Marsh is open to the public
and offers memberships for individuals,
couples and corporations. Our clubhouse
and picnic area is located in a wooded
rustic setting.
Certified Instructors will tailor
lessons for individuals and small
groups. We can adjust the level of
instruction for beginners or seasoned
shooters.
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