What to Buy for a Shooting Sports Competition

This shopping list covers the equipment and supplies needed for a shooting sports competition, from competition ammunition and targets to scoring materials and safety gear. Check every weapon, bullet trap and protective item before participants arrive, and keep spare pens, scorecards and batteries available. Drinks, waste bins and registration supplies are easy to overlook when the focus is on the range. Confirm quantities against your participant list, starting groups and competition rules before placing orders.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Tablesqty 8
Chairsqty 70
Beer tablesqty 4
Registration desk
Waste binsqty 6

Sports equipment

Sporting Weaponsqty 8
Gun racksqty 4
Targetsqty 250
Disc holdersqty 12
Bullet Trapsqty 8
Competition ammunitionqty 5000
Shooting glassesqty 20
Ear defendersqty 30
Shooting matsqty 8
Course markingsqty 16
Safety tapeqty 4
Conesqty 20
Scorecardsqty 120
Scoreboard
Writing boardsqty 4
Pensqty 40
Stopwatchesqty 4
Safety flagsqty 12
Cleaning kitsqty 8
Weapon casesqty 8

Equipment

Laptopqty 2
Printer
Extension cordsqty 4
Power stripsqty 4
Megaphone
Walkie-talkiesqty 6
Power banksqty 4

Kitchen

Coffee machinesqty 2
Kettlesqty 2
Thermos flasksqty 6
Coolersqty 4
Soup kettlesqty 2
Cutting boardsqty 4
Kitchen knivesqty 4
Serving spoonsqty 6

Tableware

Coffee cupsqty 80
Drinking glassesqty 100
Soup bowlsqty 70
Platesqty 80
Cutlery setsqty 80
Serving traysqty 8

Cleaning

Bucketsqty 3
Mopsqty 3
Broom setsqty 3
Dustpan and brushqty 3
Hand broomsqty 4
First aid kit
Fire extinguisherqty 2

Catering

Prizes and medalsqty 12
Groceries
- Coffee - 3 packs
- Tea - 4 boxes
- Sugar - 2 kilos
- Milk - 8 liters
- Oat milk - 4 liters
- Coffee biscuits - 6 packs
- Still water - 8 bottles
- Sparkling water - 8 bottles
- Cola - 6 bottles
- Cola Zero - 6 bottles
- Sinas - 4 bottles
- Apple juice - 4 packs
- Orange juice - 4 cartons
- Sandwiches - 80 pieces
- Wholemeal bread - 6 loaves
- Young cheese - 3 kilos
- Back ham - 2 kilos
- Chicken breast topping - 2 kilos
- Hummus - 6 tubs
- Cream cheese - 6 tubs
- Butter - 4 tubs
- Cucumber - 8 pieces
- Tomatoes - 3 kilos
- Lettuce - 6 heads
- Mustard - 2 bottles
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Vegetable soup - 12 liters
- Tomato soup - 12 liters
- Soup sticks - 6 packs
- Paprika chips - 4 bags
- Plain chips - 4 bags
- Snacks - 4 bags
- Cookies - 6 packs
- Paper napkins - 300 pieces
- Paper cups - 150 pieces
- Paper Soup Bowls - 100 pieces
- Garbage bags - 30 pieces
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Hand soap - 4 bottles
- Hand sanitizer - 4 bottles
- Sponges - 12 pieces
- Microfiber cloths - 12 pieces

Tips

Order competition ammunition only after registrations and starting groups are confirmed. Add a small, approved reserve for misfires or damaged rounds, following the rules of your governing body and range.
Prepare one complete safety setup for every active shooting area: shooting glasses, ear defenders, safety flags, course markings and safety tape should be ready before the first briefing.
Bring spare scoring supplies rather than relying on an exact count. Plan at least two pens per scoring station and keep extra scorecards, writing boards and a visible scoreboard available.
Check targets, disc holders and bullet traps during the equipment inspection, not on competition morning. Damaged targets or an unsuitable trap can delay the start and create a safety problem.
Set aside registration and power supplies separately: participant folders, a laptop, printer, extension cords and power strips should be packed together and tested at least one day before the event.

Frequently asked questions

How much competition ammunition should I buy for a shooting competition?: Calculate the number of shots required by the competition rules for each registered participant, then add a small approved reserve. Confirm the final quantity with the range or competition official before ordering, because ammunition requirements vary by discipline.
How many shooting glasses and ear defenders do I need?: Provide one pair of shooting glasses and one set of ear defenders for every person who may enter the active shooting area, including officials and staff. Add at least 10% spare equipment if loaned protective gear is being used.
When should I order targets and competition ammunition?: Order both as soon as registrations give you a reliable participant count, preferably several weeks before the competition. Check delivery times and inspect the supplies before setup day, rather than discovering shortages at registration.
What scoring supplies are needed for a shooting sports competition?: Prepare scorecards for every participant and starting group, plus spare cards, at least two pens per scoring station, writing boards, stopwatches and a scoreboard. Test the printer and laptop at least one day before the event if start lists or results will be printed.

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