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This Month In Clay Target Nation

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The January issue of Clay Target Nation is digital only, so even if you normally get the print issue, you will not receive a copy in the mail this month. In February, we’ll be back to our usual print and digital editions. January is our reference issue, and you’ll find it jam-packed with everything you need to know for the upcoming season.

In our Training Tips columns, John Shima has advice for starting the new year off right by learning a new shooting habit or breaking a bad one. Meanwhile, Anthony Matarese Jr. encourages sporting clays shooters to expand their toolkit by learning a new shooting method once they’re proficient with their primary one.

Don’t miss our NSSA-NSCA Frequently Asked Questions, where you can find answers to some of the things you might have been wondering (like why does my card say “Veteran” when I’ve never served in the Armed Forces?) but have never asked. We also have a great spread with some of the best photos of the year we hadn’t yet had a chance to publish. And don’t miss our dual features on the NSSA and NSCA Certified Instructor programs, which you’ll find helpful whether you’re searching for an instructor or considering becoming one.

And then for the reference pages. You’ll find lists of the leaders and governing bodies for NSSA and NSCA, the top 100 shoots of 2024, and, notably, huge lists containing every registered shoot for 2025 that had been scheduled and submitted to the NSSA-NSCA by mid-December, sorted by state. This is the perfect opportunity to plan your shooting season!

Advertisers in the January issue are:

Clay Target Nation is available monthly to all members in digital and/or print form. Not a member? You can receive the next issue when you join at http://nssa-nsca.org/join-nssa-nsca/.

Update Regarding Sportsman’s Insurance Agency, Inc.

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We are pleased to report that Sportsman’s Insurance Agency, Inc. (SIAI) has notified NSSA-NSCA of an update regarding the gun, gun club and instructor coverages they offer to our members and member clubs.

“Sportsman’s Insurance Agency is excited to announce the continuation of our regular operations with our customers,” said Leslie Casanova, president of SIAI.

If your firearm, gun club, or instructor’s coverage recently expired, please contact Sportsman’s at 386-677-2588 to discuss resuming these valuable coverages.

If your policy expires on a future date, your coverage will remain in force until the expiration date listed on your Certificate of Coverage. SIAI will contact you for renewal of your coverage at that time.

Please contact SIAI at 386-677-2588 with any questions regarding your existing or lapsed coverage.

“We thank you for your patience, understanding and support,” said Leslie. “We are happy to continue to support the NSSA/NSCA and its members, member clubs, and instructors the same as we have for the past 33 years. Again, thank you from the SIAI team.”

 

Apply for $5,000 NSSA or NSCA Scholarship

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Active NSSA and NSCA members who will graduate from high school this academic year are invited to apply for one of the eight $5,000 scholarships that will be awarded to deserving students this year. Four scholarships will be presented to NSSA members and four to NSCA members. The scholarship program is open not only to students pursuing a four-year degree but also to students attending two-year colleges and technical colleges. Recipients must begin their advanced studies in 2025.

Selection is based on a combination of participation in NSSA-NSCA, academic achievement, citizenship and need. The application process involves writing a short essay, completing an application form, providing grades and a letter of recommendation, and detailing your NSSA-NSCA participation and accomplishments. The deadline to apply is March 1, 2025.

Download 2025 NSSA Scholarship Application

Download 2025 NSCA Scholarship Application

 

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