Clay shooting shopping list

A clay shooting day needs more than guns and clays. You also need eye and hearing protection, enough ammunition, transport-ready cases, and a practical setup for food and drinks before or after the session. Confirm what the shooting range supplies before buying anything: equipment packages may already include shotguns, shells, vests, or clays. This list helps you cover the items your group may otherwise arrange too late, especially coolers, extension cords, flashlights, and first aid supplies.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Foldable tablesqty 4
Chairsqty 16
Bar stoolsqty 4
Coat racksqty 2
Waste binsqty 4

Tableware

Reusable platesqty 20
Reusable bowlsqty 20
Reusable glassesqty 30
Coffee cupsqty 16
Cutlery setsqty 20
Serving traysqty 6

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 3
Chef's knifeqty 3
Serving tongsqty 4
Serving spoonsqty 4
Thermos flasksqty 4
Coolersqty 4
Can openersqty 2

Equipment

Kettlesqty 2
Coffee machinesqty 2
Extension cordsqty 3
Rechargeable flashlightsqty 4
First aid kitsqty 2

Sports equipment

Shotgunsqty 6
Rifle casesqty 6
Clay pigeonsqty 300
Shotgun shellsqty 300
Safety gogglesqty 16
Ear defendersqty 16
Shooting vestsqty 16
Scoreboardsqty 4
Scorecardsqty 20
Pensqty 20

Cleaning

Hand broomsqty 2
Dustpansqty 2
Bucketsqty 3
Mopsqty 3
Washing-up tubsqty 2

Decorations

Tableclothsqty 4
Name badgesqty 16
Scoreboard

Catering

Groceries
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Sugar - 1 kilo
- Milk - 6 liters
- Oat milk - 2 liter
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Tonic - 2 bottles
- Spa Blauw - 3 crates
- Spa Red - 1 crate
- Alcohol-free beer - 2 crates
- Beer - 2 crates
- White wine - 6 bottles
- Red wine - 4 bottles
- Sparkling wine - 3 bottles
- Apple juice - 3 liters
- Orange juice - 3 liters
- Lemons - 8 pieces
- Ice cubes - 8 kilos
- Baguettes - 8 pieces
- Butter - 500 grams
- Herb butter - 4 tubs
- Hummus - 4 tubs
- Young cheese - 1 kilo
- Back ham - 750 grams
- Roast beef - 750 grams
- Cucumbers - 4 pieces
- Tomatoes - 1 kilo
- Mixed lettuce - 4 bags
- Bell peppers - 6 pieces
- Red onions - 4 pieces
- Baby potatoes - 4 kilos
- Chicken skewers - 3 kilos
- Vegetarian skewers - 2 kilos
- Beef skewers - 2 kilos
- Garlic sauce - 2 bottles
- Satay sauce - 2 jars
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mayonnaise - 2 jars
- Barbecue sauce - 2 bottles
- Olive oil - 1 bottle
- Meat seasoning - 1 jar
- Pepper - 1 grinder
- Salt - 1 pack
- Paprika powder - 1 jar
- Spice mix - 2 bags
- Paprika chips - 4 bags
- Plain chips - 4 bags
- Snack mix - 2 kilos
- Grapes - 2 kilos
- Apples - 16 pieces
- Brownies - 24 pieces
- Cookies - 4 packs
- Paper napkins - 2 packs
- Paper towels - 4 rolls
- Toilet paper - 2 packs
- Trash bags - 2 rolls
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Sponges - 6 pieces
- Hand soap - 3 bottles

Tips

Confirm the range’s equipment package before shopping. Ask specifically whether shotguns, gun cases, clay pigeons, shotgun shells, shooting vests, safety glasses, and ear defenders are included or charged separately.
Plan ammunition with the confirmed course format, not just the headcount. Check the number of rounds per participant with the instructor and keep a small reserve only if the range permits it.
Bring one pair of safety glasses and one set of ear defenders per active shooter. Add spare protection if participants rotate in groups or if the range does not provide enough equipment.
Keep food and drinks cold in coolers and prepare enough reusable plates, bowls, glasses, cups, and cutlery for the final participant count. Pack serving tongs, serving spoons, chopping boards, and a chef’s knife if catering is prepared on site.
Pack a first aid kit, rechargeable flashlights, and extension cords before loading the transport. These are easy to overlook and become difficult to replace once the group is at the range or dinner venue.

Frequently asked questions

What do I need to bring to a clay shooting day?: Bring the confirmed shooting equipment, ammunition, eye and hearing protection, suitable shooting vests, and gun cases if the range does not supply them. Also pack first aid supplies, coolers, drinks, and serving equipment for the catering period.
How many shotgun shells do I need per person for clay shooting?: Use the range’s confirmed round count as the starting point because formats differ. Ask the instructor before shopping and buy only the permitted shell type and quantity, with any reserve agreed by the range.
Does a clay shooting range provide guns and safety equipment?: Often, but the package varies by range and booking. Confirm at least 1 shotgun, 1 set of eye protection, 1 set of ear protection, and 1 shooting vest per active shooter before the event.
When should I buy supplies for a clay shooting event?: Confirm the equipment package and ammunition requirements at least 7 days before the event. Buy drinks, disposable or reusable serving supplies, and other non-perishable items 2 to 3 days beforehand, then chill food and drinks on the day.

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