International Women's Day - "Women of Shooting" Try Shooting Session & Breakfast

Break Barriers, Break Targets: International Women's Day "Women of Shooting" Clay Target Shooting Experience

Celebrate International Women's Day with an exhilarating and empowering experience!
SATURDAY 8TH MARCH 2025

Join us for a unique opportunity to discover the thrill of clay target shooting.

This day is targeted at introducing women to clay target shooting, celebrating International Women's Day, meeting other females giving clay shooting a go and joining in with the national "Women of Shooting" events founded in Rockhampton by The Outpost gunshop your breakfast and shooting session will be  hosted by Hitting Targets, a company run by Olympic and Commonwealth Champion Suzy Balogh. The breakfast and clay shooting will empower you to step outside your comfort zone and embrace the "can-do" spirit.

Here's what awaits you:

• Hands-on Instruction: Learn the fundamentals of clay target shooting from experienced instructors in a safe and supportive environment.


• Exclusive Access: Enjoy exclusive use of the range for an unforgettable morning of camaraderie and excitement.


• Inspiring Talk: Be inspired by a motivational talk from an Olympic Champion, celebrating female achievement in sports.


• Delicious Refreshments: Fuel your adventure with a delicious breakfast

This is your chance to:

• Challenge yourself: Conquer a new skill and experience the thrill of hitting your targets.


• Empower yourself: Embrace your inner champion and break down barriers.


• Celebrate women: Join a community of inspiring women who are passionate about pushing boundaries.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to celebrate International Women's Day with an unforgettable experience!

Limited spots available. Book now to secure your place.

Who can try shooting?

• Any female over the age of 16 


• Beginners to advanced, all fitness levels


• Licensed or unlicensed - No experience necessary.

What's included?

• A scrumptious on range Breakfast


• An entertaining talk from Olympic and Commonwealth Gold Medalist, Suzy Balogh


• Shooting real 12 gauge shotguns, using live ammunition at moving clay targets whilst being instructed 1on1 by Olympic Champ Suzy Balogh and/or her staff.


• Usually between 25-40 targets are shot at over the 2 hour session per person.


• Everything you need is supplied - ammunition, targets, use of firearms, hearing and eye protection, shooting jackets, safety frames, range fees, insurance for shooters and spectators, temporary firearms licensing* and temporary Shooting Club membership*.


• 1 on 1 tuition when shooting – we will stand by you and guide you through each shot.


• Each participant will receive a signed, boxed clay target memento 


• We endeavour to take photos or video of each participant shooting and then upload them to Google Photos and send out the link for your free downloading.

What's required of you?

• Photo ID (18+) - Participants must provide valid, government issue photo ID such as a Passport, Australian Driver's Licence/Photo ID Card.


• Under 18's Must Be Accompanied by a Parent or Guardian who has Photo ID (18+) AND government issued ID for the Under 18, such as
  a Birth Certificate and/or Medicare Card, which links the junior to the parent or court appointed legal guardian.


• Complete & Sign (in front of Hitting Targets staff) the NSW Police P650 Declaration including being able to answer "NO" to the following questions:
  Have you in NSW or elsewhere:

a)       Been refused or prohibited from holding a firearms licence or permit or had a firearms licence or permit suspended, cancelled or revoked?

b)      Been the subject of a Firearms Prohibition Order?

c)       Within the last 10 years been convicted of an offence involving firearms, weapons, prohibited drugs, robbery, violence, terrorism or an offence of a sexual nature?

d)      Within the last 10 years been the subject of a Family Law Order or a Final Domestic Violence Order or a Final Apprehended Violence Order (other than an order that was revoked)?

e)      Ever attempted suicide or self harm?

f)        In the past 12 months been treated or referred for treatment for alcoholism, drug dependence or a mental illness within the meaning of the Mental Health Act 2007 or as a mentally disordered person within the meaning of that Act?

g)       Currently subject to a Good Behaviour Bond?
Including a community correction order or a conditional release order if it was imposed in NSW.

h)      Currently subject to an Interim Apprehended Violence Order?
Interim apprehended violence order means an interim court order or a provisional order.

i)        Currently suffering from any mental illness or other disorder that may prevent you from using a firearm safely



International Women's Day Try Shooting Schedule

9:00      Arrive and Sign in to Range (show photo ID). Complete the Police Declaration saying you have been well behaved for the past 10 years and have been/are mentally stable.
Breakfast and morning tea items served on range in a bush setting.
Entertaining and inspiring talk from Suzy Balogh

10:00    SAFETY BRIEF, basic shotgun and range safety, gun selection/fitting & shotgun handling and firing techniques

10:20    Practical shooting instruction and coaching – warm up practice… until the participants get the general hang of it.

10:40    Mini Competition

11:20    Shoot-Off

11:40    “Quick Draw DUEL” – who is the fastest gun?

11:50    Photos & Prizes

12:00    Finish

Terms
and conditions

Essential
Information including unlicensed participants legislation