Shoalhaven Clay Target Club
Shoalhaven Clay Target Club, Yerriong State Forest near Nowra NSW: ACTA DTL and skeet, monthly Sunday DTL and Saturday skeet. Founded 1945.
About Shoalhaven Clay Target Club
Shoalhaven Clay Target Club shoots Australian Clay Target Association Down the Line and skeet on Turpentine Road in Yerriong State Forest. The ground is about 12 km west of the Princes Highway, on the south side of Turpentine Road, about 2.5 km east of Braidwood Road.
The club was formed in 1945 as the Nowra Gun Club at Bomaderry and moved several times, including a period as the Albatross Gun Club from 1975. It took its present name in 1980 and moved to Turpentine Road in 1991. The ground has two DTL layouts, a skeet layout, an extensive sporting range and a clubhouse with camping.
Shoot days
The club runs a monthly Sunday DTL competition late in the month (nominations and practice from 9am, start 9:30am), a monthly Saturday skeet shoot (nominations 12:30pm, start 1pm) and a monthly Wednesday DTL practice from 4pm to 5pm. There is a Christmas novelty shoot in December. Dates are on the club's calendar.
Sporting clays
Sporting clays at the ground is run by a separate club, Shoalhaven Sporting Clays, which is affiliated with Sporting Clays NSW. It holds 100-target sporting on the second Sunday of most months, the Misty Mountain shoot in March and the Misty 150 in November.
Joining
Newcomers can come along to a scheduled shoot, and occasional Try Shooting Days let people use a borrowed gun under coaching without a licence. Members must show their licence at every shoot and attend four times per licence year. Use the enquiry button on this page.
Browse more shooting clubs in New South Wales, other ACTA clubs, or Down the Line, skeet and other shotgun sports.
Nearby on Find Shooting Clubs: Berrima Clay Target Club (about 61 km), Bowral Pistol Club (about 62 km), SSAA Goulburn & District Branch (about 73 km).
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Frequently asked questions
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What are the rules for joining a NSW shooting club?
Most NSW clubs require you to complete a club application form, provide proof of identity, and either hold or be applying for a firearms licence. Some clubs also require safety briefings or probationary periods. Check each club’s listing or contact them directly for their specific joining process.
Read moreWhat types of shooting disciplines are popular in NSW?
In NSW, popular shooting disciplines include target rifle, pistol, clay target (shotgun), benchrest, IPSC, and field/hunting-based competitions. Many clubs are affiliated with organisations like SSAA, IPSC, PA, or TRA, and offer multiple disciplines for members to explore.
Read moreCan I try shooting in NSW without a licence?
Yes, many clubs in NSW offer try shooting days or supervised introductory sessions where you can handle and fire a firearm under the direct supervision of a licensed club member. These are perfect for beginners and are conducted under strict safety rules.
Read moreAre there shooting clubs in Sydney and regional NSW?
Yes — NSW has dozens of active shooting clubs, ranging from large metropolitan ranges in Sydney to regional clubs across the Hunter, Illawarra, Riverina, and Central West. Use our directory to find clubs by location, discipline, and licence requirements.
Read moreHow do I get a firearms licence in NSW?
To get a firearms licence in NSW, you must complete an approved firearms safety course, have a genuine reason (such as sport/target shooting), and apply through the NSW Police Firearms Registry. You’ll need to be over 18, pass a background check, and wait through a mandatory 28-day cooling-off period. Many shooting clubs can help guide you through the process.
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