Get ready, Canada! 🇨🇦 In this episode of Trap Talk, Beau Douglas from the Ontario Provincial Trapshooting Association (OPTA) joins Zach & Ricky to talk all things Canadian trapshooting — including a full preview of the 2025 Ontario Provincial Championships happening July 1–6 at the legendary St. Thomas Gun Club (“The Railway City”) 🚂

We break down the must-shoot events, special money shoots, added prizes, and what makes this one of the premier trapshooting tournaments in Canada. From the $5,000 prize for 100x100 in Handicap to the epic Friday night shoot-out and free shooter dinner, this is one week of trapshooting you don’t want to miss.

📍 Event Details:
🗓 July 1–6, 2025
📍 St. Thomas Gun Club, Ontario
💥 Over $35,000+ added money & trophies
🔗 Pre-squad: www.presquad.com

💬 Drop your comments if you're planning to shoot it or have questions about shooting in Canada!

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In this episode of Trap Talk, we’re diving into YOUR questions! 🎤💥 From gear and guns to training tips, tournament prep, and all things trapshooting, Zach and the team break down the topics you’ve been asking about. Whether you’re a beginner looking for advice or a seasoned shooter wanting a new edge, there’s something here for everyone. 🧠🔫

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In this episode of the Trap Talk Podcast, we're joined by Matthew Gay, owner, publisher, and editor-in-chief of Outdoor Pursuits Media Group — the powerhouse behind Trapshooting USA, Clay Shooting USA, Wing & Clay, and Lady Outdoor Lifestyles.

We dive into Matt's journey as a passionate shooter and media leader, the stories behind each publication, the growth of the shooting sports, and the rich tradition that fuels it all. Plus... BIG NEWS! 🎉

💥 Trapshooting USA is now the official magazine of the Trap Talk Podcast!
And to celebrate, Matt is giving away a SHOTGUN to one lucky subscriber or renewal! 🔥 The winner will be drawn LIVE at the Grand American during our annual podcast event. Don't miss your chance to win!

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👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments – let us know which magazine you read and what YOU want to see in the future!

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In Episode 119 of Trap Talk, Ricky and Zach break down all the action from the 49th Annual Spring Grand American, held at the legendary Tucson Trap Club in Arizona! 🌵🔥

From big wins to dramatic shoot-offs, they cover:
🏆 Key champions and standout shooters
☀️ How the Arizona weather impacted conditions
💥 Surprises, storylines, and scores worth talking about
📸 Behind-the-scenes moments and favorite memories

Whether you made the trip to Tucson or followed from home, this recap will catch you up on everything that made the Spring Grand one of the premier shoots of the season.

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White Flyer - https://whiteflyer.com/
The best trap targets in the industry! Whether it is trap, skeet, sporting or international targets, we ensure every target manufactured meets the highest standards. You throw them we smoke them!

Outlaw Engineering - https://www.outlaw-engineering.com/
- Western USA Engineering, surveying, development and MORE!

Shot Tracker - https://takeaimtech.com/
- Get a coach on your barrel with this amazing tech!

SOS Clays - https://www.sosclays.com/
- Email Greg at greg@sosclays.com for the best shoot software out there!

Gun and Trophy - https://www.gunandtrophy.com
Insure your guns and trophies with Gun and Trophy! Great prices and Great people to work with!

Mid State Precious Metals - Ron Prescott - https://www.midstatepreciousmetals.com
The ONLY place to get your gold and silver! Support Ron and Mid State they are supporting trapshooting!

Big Red Motorsports - https://www.bigredmotorsports.com/
We are family-owned and operated and conveniently located in O’Neill, Nebraska. Big Red Motorsports can provide you with the latest and best power sports products to make your outdoor working and living easier and more enjoyable.

RGS Gun Cleaner - https://rgsguncleaner.com/
Absolutely the best gun cleaner on the market! Developed by a shotgun shooter to effectively clean shotguns. It is, without a doubt, the Best, Fastest, and Easiest Gun Cleaner available!

Bullseye Nootropic for Shooter Focus! (Use code TRAP TALK)
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Ricky and Zach break down all the action from the 45th Annual Southern Grand American held March 9–16, 2025, at the Silver Dollar Shooters Club in Odessa, Florida.

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White Flyer - https://whiteflyer.com/
The best trap targets in the industry! Whether it is trap, skeet, sporting or international targets, we ensure every target manufactured meets the highest standards. You throw them we smoke them!

Outlaw Engineering - https://www.outlaw-engineering.com/
- Western USA Engineering, surveying, development and MORE!

Shot Tracker - https://takeaimtech.com/
- Get a coach on your barrel with this amazing tech!

SOS Clays - https://www.sosclays.com/
- Email Greg at greg@sosclays.com for the best shoot software out there!

Gun and Trophy - https://www.gunandtrophy.com
Insure your guns and trophies with Gun and Trophy! Great prices and Great people to work with!

Mid State Precious Metals - Ron Prescott - https://www.midstatepreciousmetals.com
The ONLY place to get your gold and silver! Support Ron and Mid State they are supporting trapshooting!

Big Red Motorsports - https://www.bigredmotorsports.com/
We are family-owned and operated and conveniently located in O’Neill, Nebraska. Big Red Motorsports can provide you with the latest and best power sports products to make your outdoor working and living easier and more enjoyable.

RGS Gun Cleaner - https://rgsguncleaner.com/
Absolutely the best gun cleaner on the market! Developed by a shotgun shooter to effectively clean shotguns. It is, without a doubt, the Best, Fastest, and Easiest Gun Cleaner available!

Bullseye Nootropic for Shooter Focus! (Use code TRAP TALK)
https://www.project1nutrition.com/products/bullseye
Bullseye is a cutting-edge nootropic supplement crafted to enhance mental clarity, focus, and cognitive endurance. Designed for athletes and professionals who thrive in high-pressure environments!

TrapShooting USA Magazine - The Official Magazine for Trap Talk
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The best moments keep coming! In Part 2 of our Top Stories series, we’ve pulled even more of the most epic, inspiring, and entertaining stories from past Trap Talk episodes. Whether it’s big wins, wild experiences, or top shooters sharing their wisdom, this episode is packed with the kind of content that keeps the trapshooting community coming back for more.

📌 If you loved Part 1, you won’t want to miss this!

💬 Drop a comment with your favorite story from this episode!

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#TrapTalk #ClayTargetShooting #TrapshootingLegends #shotgunsports

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Remington Ammunition - https://www.remington.com/shotshell/
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White Flyer - https://whiteflyer.com/
The best trap targets in the industry! Whether it is trap, skeet, sporting or international targets, we ensure every target manufactured meets the highest standards. You throw them we smoke them!

Outlaw Engineering - https://www.outlaw-engineering.com/
- Western USA Engineering, surveying, development and MORE!

Shot Tracker - https://takeaimtech.com/
- Get a coach on your barrel with this amazing tech!

SOS Clays - https://www.sosclays.com/
- Email Greg at greg@sosclays.com for the best shoot software out there!

Gun and Trophy - https://www.gunandtrophy.com
Insure your guns and trophies with Gun and Trophy! Great prices and Great people to work with!

Mid State Precious Metals - Ron Prescott - https://www.midstatepreciousmetals.com
The ONLY place to get your gold and silver! Support Ron and Mid State they are supporting trapshooting!

Big Red Motorsports - https://www.bigredmotorsports.com/
We are family-owned and operated and conveniently located in O’Neill, Nebraska. Big Red Motorsports can provide you with the latest and best power sports products to make your outdoor working and living easier and more enjoyable.

RGS Gun Cleaner - https://rgsguncleaner.com/
Absolutely the best gun cleaner on the market! Developed by a shotgun shooter to effectively clean shotguns. It is, without a doubt, the Best, Fastest, and Easiest Gun Cleaner available!

Bullseye Nootropic for Shooter Focus! (Use code TRAP TALK)
https://www.project1nutrition.com/products/bullseye
Bullseye is a cutting-edge nootropic supplement crafted to enhance mental clarity, focus, and cognitive endurance. Designed for athletes and professionals who thrive in high-pressure environments!

TrapShooting USA Magazine - The Official Magazine for Trap Talk
https://www.trapshootingusa.com/
TRAPSHOOTING MAGAZINE FOR AMERICAN & INTERNATIONAL TRAPSHOOTING DISCIPLINES
A publication that is edited and produced by shooters for shooters!


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We’re diving back into the archives to bring you some of the most unforgettable stories ever told on Trap Talk! From legendary performances to jaw-dropping moments, Part 1 of our Top Stories series is packed with insight, laughs, and inspiration straight from the best in trapshooting.

📌 Sit back and enjoy as we revisit some of the most talked-about moments from past episodes. Stay tuned for Part 2!

🎯 Which story was your favorite? Let us know in the comments!

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Wenig Custom Gun Stocks - https://wenig.com/
- Winners shoot Wenig custom stocks!

Remington Ammunition - https://www.remington.com/shotshell/
- Makers of the world famous Nitro 27 & STS shotgun shells!

White Flyer - https://whiteflyer.com/
The best trap targets in the industry! Whether it is trap, skeet, sporting or international targets, we ensure every target manufactured meets the highest standards. You throw them we smoke them!

Outlaw Engineering - https://www.outlaw-engineering.com/
- Western USA Engineering, surveying, development and MORE!

Shot Tracker - https://takeaimtech.com/
- Get a coach on your barrel with this amazing tech!

SOS Clays - https://www.sosclays.com/
- Email Greg at greg@sosclays.com for the best shoot software out there!

Gun and Trophy - https://www.gunandtrophy.com
Insure your guns and trophies with Gun and Trophy! Great prices and Great people to work with!

Mid State Precious Metals - Ron Prescott - https://www.midstatepreciousmetals.com
The ONLY place to get your gold and silver! Support Ron and Mid State they are supporting trapshooting!

Big Red Motorsports - https://www.bigredmotorsports.com/
We are family-owned and operated and conveniently located in O’Neill, Nebraska. Big Red Motorsports can provide you with the latest and best power sports products to make your outdoor working and living easier and more enjoyable.

RGS Gun Cleaner - https://rgsguncleaner.com/
Absolutely the best gun cleaner on the market! Developed by a shotgun shooter to effectively clean shotguns. It is, without a doubt, the Best, Fastest, and Easiest Gun Cleaner available!

Bullseye Nootropic for Shooter Focus! (Use code TRAP TALK)
https://www.project1nutrition.com/products/bullseye
Bullseye is a cutting-edge nootropic supplement crafted to enhance mental clarity, focus, and cognitive endurance. Designed for athletes and professionals who thrive in high-pressure environments!

TrapShooting USA Magazine - The Official Magazine for Trap Talk
https://www.trapshootingusa.com/
TRAPSHOOTING MAGAZINE FOR AMERICAN & INTERNATIONAL TRAPSHOOTING DISCIPLINES
A publication that is edited and produced by shooters for shooters!


...and of course!
RM Shooting Clinics - https://richardmarshalljr.com/
- Let Ricky take your game to the next level!

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Pat Lamont, ATA Trapshooting Hall of Famer and 12-time Grand American ring winner, returns to the Trap Talk Podcast for his 3.5th appearance! 🏆🔥 He dives into his incredible win at the 125th Grand American, shares what it takes to compete at the highest level, and gives us an inside look at the mindset of a champion.

With a legacy cemented in the ATA Hall of Fame, Pat’s insight is a must-hear for every trapshooter! Don't miss this exclusive conversation with one of the greatest to ever step on the line.

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- Email or Call Ricky for all your shotgun buying needs!

White Flyer - https://whiteflyer.com/
The best trap targets in the industry! Whether it is trap, skeet, sporting or international targets, we ensure every target manufactured meets the highest standards. You throw them we smoke them!

Outlaw Engineering - https://www.outlaw-engineering.com/
- Western USA Engineering, surveying, development and MORE!

Shot Tracker - https://takeaimtech.com/
- Get a coach on your barrel with this amazing tech!

Shotguns West - https://shotgunswest.com/
- Where are you getting your Pillas? Should be from the guys at Shotguns West!

SOS Clays - https://www.sosclays.com/
- Email Greg at greg@sosclays.com for the best shoot software out there!

Gun and Trophy - https://www.gunandtrophy.com
Insure your guns and trophies with Gun and Trophy! Great prices and Great people to work with!

Mid State Precious Metals - Ron Prescott - https://www.midstatepreciousmetals.com
The ONLY place to get your gold and silver! Support Ron and Mid State they are supporting trapshooting!

73 Pointers Ranch - www.73pointers.com
Chukar, Pheasant, Quail hunts at 73 Pointes located northeast of Jonesburg, MO.

Big Red Motorsports
https://www.bigredmotorsports.com/
We are family-owned and operated and conveniently located in O’Neill, Nebraska. Big Red Motorsports can provide you with the latest and best powersports products to make your outdoor working and living easier and more enjoyable.

...and of course!
RM Shooting Clinics - https://richardmarshalljr.com/
- Let Ricky take your game to the next level!

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- Get your finance, retirement and investments on point with Zach!

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