Haulikkoammunta

Haulikkoammunta refers to the sport of shooting with a shotgun. It encompasses several disciplines, each with its own specific equipment and rules. The primary goal is to hit moving targets, typically clay pigeons launched from a trap machine.

Common disciplines include trap, skeet, and sporting clays. In trap shooting, targets are launched away from the shooter at varying angles and speeds. Skeet shooting involves targets thrown from two different houses in a crossing pattern, requiring the shooter to engage them as they rise and fall. Sporting clays is a more complex discipline designed to simulate hunting scenarios, with targets thrown in a variety of patterns and directions from different locations.

Shotguns used in these sports are typically break-action, with either a single barrel or an over-and-under configuration. Ammunition consists of shells loaded with small pellets. Safety is paramount in all forms of shotgun shooting, and strict rules regarding gun handling and range etiquette are enforced. Competitions are held at various levels, from local club shoots to international championships. Haulikkoammunta requires a combination of skill, coordination, and quick reflexes.