Overview
The March/April issue of TrapShootingUSA is loaded with stories that mix history, innovation, and the people who make this sport what it is. From Hemingway’s favorite guns to the next generation of collegiate shooters, this edition has something for everyone.
Features That Stand Out
Gunsmithing I (p. 8): Jacque Snellenberger kicks off her new series on the art and science of gunsmithing—and why it matters so much to shooters.
John Thomas (p. 12): Chayton Vega profiles rising youth talent John Thomas.
Dick Marascola (p. 14): Karla Harrison reflects on the legendary contributions of Dick Marascola.
Hemingway’s Guns (p. 16): Mark Fitzpatrick takes us inside the gunroom of Ernest Hemingway himself.
Gear & Clubs
CZ-USA All-American (p. 22): Matthew Gay reviews a model designed specifically for ATA disciplines.
Coon Creek Gun Club (p. 26): Chayton Vega visits this historic California trap and skeet club.
Shooter Stories & Tributes
Collegiate Shooting Journey (p. 32): Nicole Hood shares her personal journey through the college shooting scene.
Rickey Larson Memorial (p. 36): Sandra Jo Jack covers this meaningful event supporting youth shooting programs.
2025 Hall of Fame (p. 42): Karla Harrison profiles inductee Dennis DeVaux.
Micaela Velasquez (p. 54): A family tradition in trapshooting that became a lifelong passion.
Zach Jones (p. 66): An incredible story of overcoming disability to become a Para-Olympic athlete.
Tyler Honnold (p. 74): Spotlight on Jacksonville University’s standout trap shooter.
A Few Extras
MidwayUSA Foundation (p. 46): From pom poms to the trap field—how the foundation continues to support the sport in big ways.
Swing (p. 60): Joe Loitz digs into technique and timing with practical advice on swing mechanics.
This issue blends rich history with modern stories of resilience, family, and the future of the game. Whether you’re fascinated by Hemingway’s firearms, inspired by the next generation of shooters, or just hungry for trapshooting history, the March/April edition has it all.
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