Spend the morning with Mark Baxter on the estate, learning how to shoot clay pigeons. Set in the fields at Middleton Lodge, this ladies’ morning session will teach you the essential skills for clay shooting, with a strong emphasis on safety and technique.
You will learn:
• Eye Dominance – Understand how your dominant eye guides your aim.
• Shooting Stance – Learn how to stand and position yourself for control and balance.
• Gun Handling – Including how to carry your shotgun, safely remove and return it to its slip, and the principles of muzzle awareness.
Mark will also cover gun fit and movement, demonstrating how to align the shotgun with your hands, arms, and head. You’ll practise using two clay traps: one launching the clay high and towards the stand, the other away from it, helping you to track and break targets with accuracy.
The session will begin with the use of ‘snap caps’ (dummy cartridges), allowing you to familiarise yourself with the gun’s movement and shot timing before progressing at a pace that suits you.
Important Information:
• Bookings must be made at least 48 hours in advance, with payment required upon booking. Early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment.
• Participants must be 10 years of age or older.
• Please dress appropriately for the outdoors. Sturdy boots or shoes suitable for uneven or muddy ground are essential (we recommend bringing a bag to carry them in afterwards).
• A cap or hat is advised to protect your head from any stray clay fragments, along with warm layers to ensure comfort throughout the session.
• A waterproof jacket is also recommended, as the North Yorkshire weather can be unpredictable.
On arrival meet at the Coach House where tea, coffee and homemade pastries will be served. The session will finish at 12pm with a glass of fizz.
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