Trapshooting is one of the three major disciplines of competitive clay pigeon shooting (shooting shotguns at clay targets).  In trapshooting, the clay targets are launched from a single “house” or machine, generally away from the shooter.  Trapshooting has been a sport since the late 18th century and is practiced all over the world, even as an Olympic event since 1900.  American Trap has two independent governing bodies. The Amateur Trapshooting Association (ATA) sanctions events throughout the United States and Canada, as well as the Pacific International Trapshooting Association (PITA) which sanctions events on the West Coast of North America.

Yes.  The trapshooting range at Sportsman’s Park operates under strict rules for gun safety.  The range is supervised by an on-site Range Officer and a Range Safety Officer to ensure that range rules are followed and safe gun handling techniques are used.  The Sportsman’s Park range is fenced to separate the range from other areas of the park that the public may safely use during trapshooting hours.

Since 1948 Sportsman's Park has been used for a variety of shooting sports activities, including programs conducted by the Naperville Sportsman's Club.Since 1988, the Naperville Park District has managed Sportsman’s Park under a 99-year lease from the City of Naperville.Trapshooting at the facility became a Park District program in 1988 offered through the assistance of the Naperville Sportsman’s Club.Participation in the trapshooting program and use of the facility is open to the public and does not require a membership.Trapshooting hours are limited to Thursdays from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Sundays from Noon to 6:00 p.m.  The Sportsman's Park Community Clubhouse is used by several Park District programs and is available for rental through the Park District.  The park also includes trails that are available for public use.

Trapshooting hours are limited to Thursdays from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Sundays from Noon to 6:00 p.m.

Fees for shooting are $17.25 for club members, $18.50 for residents, and $19.75 for nonresidents. The fee includes 25 targets and shotgun shells. Additional fees are posted on-site for Doubles and Target Only rounds. Sportsman's Park is a steel-shot-only range. Eye and ear protection is mandatory and shooters must provide their own shotguns and F.O.I.D. card.

No, participation in the trapshooting program and use of the facility is open to the public and does not require a membership.

No, minors accompanied by adults are welcome.

Yes, shooters must provide their own shotgun and possess a Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) card.  For information on exceptions to the FOID card requirement please see the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act – Public Safety (430 ILCS 65/) at the following link:  http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs3.asp?ActID=1657&ChapterID=39

Yes, only 12 gauge shotguns and smaller may be used at Sportsman’s Park.  All ammunition must be target-load equivalent shells with a maximum shot size of #6, and maximum load of 1-1/8oz. of shot.  Sportsman’s Park is a steel shotshell range only!  Use of, or possession of, lead shotshells on the range is unlawful per Naperville Park District Conduct Ordinance #641.    

No, Sportsman’s Park is a trapshooting range only. Only 12 gauge shotguns and smaller with steel target-load equivalent shells are permitted.

Yes, 12 gauge and 20 gauge steel shotgun shells are sold at the facility.  A Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) card is required to purchase ammunition and shoot at the range.  Ammunition that is not purchased at the facility will be inspected by the Range Officer.  All ammunition must be target-load equivalent shells with a maximum shot size of #6, and maximum load of 1-1/8oz. of shot.  Sportsman’s Park is a steel shotshell range only!  Use of, or possession of, lead shotshells on the range is unlawful per Naperville Park District Conduct Ordinance #641.  For information on exceptions to the FOID card requirement please see the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act – Public Safety (430 ILCS 65/) at the following link:  http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs3.asp?ActID=1657&ChapterID=39

Eye and ear protection is mandatory for all shooters. 

Yes, the Naperville Park District, in partnership with the Naperville Sportsman’s Club, offers several Trapshooting Fundamentals classes each year.  Program participants learn trapshooting range etiquette and proper gun handling techniques from Naperville Sportsman’s Club instructors.  Participants also have the opportunity to shoot a round of trap under the supervision of an instructor.  Program registration information can be found in the Naperville Park District Program Guide or online at www.napervilleparks.org.

No, the Naperville Park District is not a member or affiliated with the National Rifle Association (NRA) or Amateur Trapshooting Association (ATA).  ATA events are held periodically at Sportsman’s Park through the Naperville Sportsman’s Club.  For more information on ATA events please contact the Naperville Sportsman’s Club at info@napervillesportsmansclub.org.

Groups interested in visiting Sportsman’s Park may contact the Naperville Sportsman’s Club at info@napervillesportsmansclub.org. Please provide all of the details regarding your request, including the date, time and size of your group.  A member of the Naperville Park District or Naperville Sportsman’s Club will contact you to determine if we are able to accommodate your group outing.