West 5-Stand Grand Opening July 5th

The Club will be having a grand opening of the West Five Stand On Sunday July 5th. We will have the field open with instructors from 10:00 to 3:00 for a chance for you to try out the new five stand field and get instructions on how to use it on your own. The instuctors will train you on the controller and equipment operation so that you can use the field on your own schedule. You will also get instructions on how to use Voice to shoot on your own. This 5- Stand field is available for use from 8:00 to dusk 7 days a week. You could come out again on Monday to shoot when the other clubs are closed.

West Five Stand is setup for easy operations by anyone. We have made it easy to have your own 5-Stand Shooting just like sporting clays but with different 6 targets from 5 spread out shooting stations. All throwers are ready to operate. Controller Instructions below. Voice Instruction as well. This allows you to shoot as a group or practice by yourself. Watch the newletter for training dates. Like all of our fields we encourge you to use the Longrange Cards to allow you to shoot from 8:00 to dusk.

Using the West 5-Stand

Here is the step-by-step process to retrieve the MT4300 cart from the High Skeet House 1 and set it up for manual operation on the West 5-Stand field.

Step 1: Accessing High Skeet House 1

To get to the equipment cart, you will need to open the lower storage level of the High Skeet House on Field 1.

  1. Key Lock Box: Get the Field Keys out of Lock Box on light pole of field 1. Use the club’s standard 3-digit lock combination
  2. Locate the Padlock: Go to the access door on the lower level of High Skeet House 1.
  3. Open the Lock: Use the padlock key to open the lock.  Remove padlock and slide hasp to allow door to open.  Hang padlock in the hook inside the building.
  4. Roll Out the Cart: Open the door fully, unplug the controller if it is charging and carefully roll the 5-Stand cart out. Ensure the wireless antenna attached to the cart assembly doesn’t bump the door frame. Lock the door back up if you are heading straight to the West field and return the keys to the lock box.

Step 2: Setting Up on the West 5-Stand Field

Once the cart is positioned at the West 5-Stand field control station, get the MT4300 controller ready for action.

Long Range MT4300 Controller.

  1. Power On: Press and hold the ON / BACK button on the keypad until the digital screen lights up.
  2. Load Rounds: Load Rounds from your LongRange 5- Stand card.  Press enter when all Shooter Rounds are entered to access the Main Menu 
  3. Check the Screen: The main menu will appear on the display, showing options like 1. Games, 2. Manual Mode, or 3. System Status.

Step 3: Launching Manual Operation

Manual operation lets you throw targets instantly with a single button press—perfect for un-squaded practice, trap testing, or custom clay presentation drills on the West field.

  1. Select Manual Mode: From the main menu screen, press the 2 key (labeled 2B) to choose Manual Mode.
  2. Identify Your Traps: The keys are mapped numerically and alphabetically to match the standard 5-stand layout designations:
    • Buttons 1 through 6 directly correspond to Traps 1 to 6
  3. Throwing Singles: Press any single button (1 through 6) to instantly fire that specific trap.
  4. Throwing Pairs:
    • Report Pairs: Press the first target button, wait for the shooter to fire, and then press the second target button.
    • True Pairs: Press the True Pair / Enter button in the bottom right corner, then press the two target buttons you want to throw simultaneously, and press Enter again to fire.

MT 4300 Voice Mode

Here is how to set up and use the Voice Control feature with the MT4300 controller for hands-free or solo shooting on the West 5-Stand field.

The voice release system uses the Long Range internal microphone allowing a shooter’s vocal command (“Pull!”) to instantly fire the traps.

Step 1: Activating Voice Mode on the Controller

  1. Enter the Menu: From the main screen, use the arrow keys or keypad to navigate Voice Release Mode (Option 5 on main menu).
  2. Toggle Voice On: Select Voice Control: ON by choosing option 5 of Main Menu.  Choosing option 5 again turns it off.

Step 2: Operating with Voice Control

Once activated, the system needs to be “armed” for every shot sequence to prevent background noise or closing gun actions from accidentally throwing targets.

  • Throwing Singles: Press any single button (1 through 6) to arm that specific trap.
  • Throwing Pairs:
    • Report Pairs: Press the first target button, and then press the second target button to arm the specific traps.  After the release of the first bird the second bird will be released on the sound of the gun report.
    • True Pairs: Press the True Pair / Enter button in the bottom right corner, then press the two target buttons you want to throw simultaneously, and press Enter again to arm.
  • Calling for the Target: Call “Pull!” clearly. The microphone will detect the sound frequencies and instantly fire the selected manual trap or the next target in the pre-loaded 5-stand sequence.
  • The “Dead Mic” Feature: After a target is thrown and a shot is fired, the controller automatically shuts off the microphone for a brief window (usually 3-4 seconds). This ensures the sound of the actual gunshot or the spent shell ejecting doesn’t accidentally trigger a second, unwanted target.
  • Pro Tip: To aid the next group of Shooters insure that the Voice Mode is turned off and verify on Main Menu 5 that Voice is off.

West 5-Stand Operations

West Five Stand is setup for easy operations by anyone. We have made it easy to have your own 5-Stand Shooting just like sporting clays but wiht 6 targets. All throwers are ready to operate. Controller Instructions Below. Voice Instruction as well. This allows you to shoot as a group or practice by yourself. Watch the newletter for training dates. Like all of our fields we encourge you to use the Longrange Cards to allow you to shoot from 8:00 to dusk.

Using the West 5-Stand

Picture of MT4300 Multi-Trap Wireless Controller with 6 Receivers

Here is the step-by-step process to retrieve the MT4300 cart from the High Skeet House 1 and set it up for manual operation on the West 5-Stand field.

Step 1: Accessing High Skeet House 1

To get to the equipment cart, you will need to open the lower storage level of the High Skeet House on Field 1.

  1. Key Lock Box: Get the Field Keys out of Lock Box on light pole of field 1. Use the club’s standard 3-digit lock combination
  2. Locate the Padlock: Go to the access door on the lower level of High Skeet House 1.
  3. Open the Lock: Use the padlock key to open the lock.  Remove padlock and slide hasp to allow door to open.  Hang padlock in the hook inside the building.
  4. Roll Out the Cart: Open the door fully, unplug the controller if it is charging and carefully roll the 5-Stand cart out. Ensure the wireless antenna attached to the cart assembly doesn’t bump the door frame. Lock the door back up if you are heading straight to the West field and return the keys to the lock box.

Step 2: Setting Up on the West 5-Stand Field

Once the cart is positioned at the West 5-Stand field control station, get the MT4300 controller ready for action.

Long Range MT4300 Controller.

  1. Power On: Press and hold the ON / BACK button on the keypad until the digital screen lights up.
  2. Load Rounds: Load Rounds from your LongRange 5- Stand card.  Press enter when all Shooter Rounds are entered to access the Main Menu 
  3. Check the Screen: The main menu will appear on the display, showing options like 1. Games, 2. Manual Mode, or 3. System Status.

Step 3: Launching Manual Operation

Manual operation lets you throw targets instantly with a single button press—perfect for un-squaded practice, trap testing, or custom clay presentation drills on the West field.

  1. Select Manual Mode: From the main menu screen, press the 2 key (labeled 2B) to choose Manual Mode.
  2. Identify Your Traps: The keys are mapped numerically and alphabetically to match the standard 5-stand layout designations:
    • Buttons 1 through 6 directly correspond to Traps 1 to 6
  3. Throwing Singles: Press any single button (1 through 6) to instantly fire that specific trap.
  4. Throwing Pairs:
    • Report Pairs: Press the first target button, wait for the shooter to fire, and then press the second target button.
    • True Pairs: Press the True Pair / Enter button in the bottom right corner, then press the two target buttons you want to throw simultaneously, and press Enter again to fire.

MT 4300 Voice Mode

Here is how to set up and use the Voice Control feature with the MT4300 controller for hands-free or solo shooting on the West 5-Stand field.

The voice release system uses the Long Range internal microphone allowing a shooter’s vocal command (“Pull!”) to instantly fire the traps.

Step 1: Activating Voice Mode on the Controller

  1. Enter the Menu: From the main screen, use the arrow keys or keypad to navigate Voice Release Mode (Option 5 on main menu).
  2. Toggle Voice On: Select Voice Control: ON by choosing option 5 of Main Menu.  Choosing option 5 again turns it off.

Step 2: Operating with Voice Control

Once activated, the system needs to be “armed” for every shot sequence to prevent background noise or closing gun actions from accidentally throwing targets.

  • Throwing Singles: Press any single button (1 through 6) to arm that specific trap.
  • Throwing Pairs:
    • Report Pairs: Press the first target button, and then press the second target button to arm the specific traps.  After the release of the first bird the second bird will be released on the sound of the gun report.
    • True Pairs: Press the True Pair / Enter button in the bottom right corner, then press the two target buttons you want to throw simultaneously, and press Enter again to arm.
  • Calling for the Target: Call “Pull!” clearly. The microphone will detect the sound frequencies and instantly fire the selected manual trap or the next target in the pre-loaded 5-stand sequence.
  • The “Dead Mic” Feature: After a target is thrown and a shot is fired, the controller automatically shuts off the microphone for a brief window (usually 3-4 seconds). This ensures the sound of the actual gunshot or the spent shell ejecting doesn’t accidentally trigger a second, unwanted target.
  • Pro Tip: To aid the next group of Shooters insure that the Voice Mode is turned off and verify on Main Menu 5 that Voice is off.

Filling Throwers when Closing Houses

When closing down the trap, skeet, or 5-stand houses at the end of a shoot or league night, properly filling and securing the automatic throwers is critical for keeping the machines in good working order and ensuring they are ready for the next group of shooters. The Club relys on its members filling the house as one of the ways to keep the shooting costs down. With the ability to shoot when you desire, comes the responsiblity to understand and prepare the equipment for the next group of shooter.

Here is a standard checklist and best practice guide for filling and closing down target houses.

1. Safety First (Crucial Step)

Before anyone puts their hands inside a trap or skeet house to load targets, the machine must be rendered safe.

  • Disarm/Uncock: Flip the toggle switch to the “Disarm” or “Release” position to safely fire the throwing arm forward without launching a target.
  • Power Off: Once the arm is uncocked, turn the main power switch to OFF.

⚠️ Never load targets into a machine while the throwing arm is cocked or the power is switched on. One accidental trip of the arm can cause severe injury.

2. Filling the Carousels

Once the machine is fully powered down and safe, you can replenish the target supply so it’s ready for the next shooter.

  • Inspect for Debris: Check the bottom of the carousel and the launch plate for any broken target pieces, dust, or moisture. Wipe or clear it out before loading fresh birds.
  • Load Evenly: Fill the columns of the carousel. Avoid overfilling past the maximum height line recommended by the manufacturer (usually leaving about an inch of clearance at the top of the rods) to prevent targets from binding or tipping over.
  • Check Target Quality: Discard any cracked or chipped targets as you load them. Damaged targets will almost certainly break on the throwing plate, causing jams for the next group of shooters.

Post-Shutdown Log

ItemRequirementVerification
Arm StatusFired / Relaxed (No Tension)Verified ☐
Power StatusDisconnected / IsolatedVerified ☐
Target StatusCarousels filled / No broken birdsVerified ☐
House StatusPorts closed / Doors double-lockedVerified ☐

💡Shooter Reminder: If a machine experienced throwing errors, frequent breakage, or electrical issues during the shift, do not leave it for the next shooters. Note the field/house number and report it immediately to the Club Management.

Club Keys returned to Lock Boxes

⚠️ Important Reminder: Fields Keys

To keep our club secure and ensure all authorized members have access, please follow these strict rules regarding the key lockboxes:

  • Return Immediately: Once you have used the key to open the field, put it back in the lockbox right away.
  • Do Not Keep the Key: Never leave the key in your pocket, vehicle, or a door lock or cabinet while you are shooting.
  • Secure in Lock Box: After closing the lockbox door, insure that it is secure.
  • Notify if you have taken keys off the property. Contact Ridge Johansen 920-562-4179 or Don Will 920-883-2196. Work with them on a plan to return them.

Why this matters: Leaving the keys out means the next members aren’t able to open the fields, and it means a volunteer needs to locate the missing keys or make new ones at $5 a key. The Volunteers do enough already, please don’t create work for him.

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our club safe and accessible for everyone!

Volunteers: ATA Zone Trap Shoot – June 26-27-28

We will need volunteers to help in the 3 day shoot.  Please consider taking some timeout to help the club. This is a huge event that helps the club. All fields will be used.

Support needed:

  • Field setup,
  • Loading Throwers,
  • Clearing Waste
  • Pulling and Scoring
  • Many other items

This event will be June 26-28.  Your help would be appreciated.  Please contact Chris Duescher 920-536-0289

Registered ATA Shoot

Brown County Sportsmen’s Club
1711 W. Deerfield Avenue
Green Bay, WI 54313
www.skeetandtrap.com
Saturday May 30, 2026

Friday, June 26:
SIGNUP 8AM, SHOOTING BEGINS AT 9AM
ATA & WTA Fees: $7
EVENT #1 – PRELIMINARY SINGLES (100 TARGETS)
Targets: $30
Lewis: $10 (3 Classes, One Monies, Ties Divide)
EVENT #2 – PRELIM HANDICAP (100 TARGETS)
Targets & Trophies: $35
Lewis: $10 (3 Classes, One Monies, Ties Divide)
Champion: $100
Runner-Up: $75
Yardage Champion: $50/each (4 Groups)
EVENT #3 – PRELIM DOUBLES (100 TARGETS)
Targets & Trophies: $30
Lewis: $10 (3 Classes, One Monies, Ties Divide

Saturday, June 27:
SIGNUP 7AM, SHOOTING BEGINS AT 8AM
Entries Close at 11AM
ATA & WTA Fees: $7
EVENT #4 – CHAMPIONSHIP SINGLES
(200 TARGETS)
Targets & Trophies: $70
Lewis: $10 (4 Classes, One Monies, Ties Divide)
Champion: $250 & WTA Trophy
Runner-Up: $125
Class Champion: $50/each (5 Classes)
Junior Champion: $50 (Jr & Sub-Jr Combined)
Lady Champion: $50 (Lady 1 & Lady 2 Combined)
Vet Champion: $50 (Sub-V, Vet, Sen-V Combined)
Out-of-Zone Champion: $100
Out-of-Zone Runner Up: $50

Sunday, June 28:
SIGNUP 8AM, SHOOTING BEGINS AT 9AM
Entries Close at 10AM
ATA & WTA Fees: $7
EVENT #5 – CHAMPIONSHIP DOUBLES
(100 TARGETS)
Targets & Trophies: $35
Lewis: $10 (3 Classes, One Monies, Ties Divide)
Champion: $250 & WTA Trophy
Runner-Up: $125
Class Champion: $50/each (5 Classes)
Junior Champion: $50 (Jr & Sub-Jr Combined)
Lady Champion: $50 (Lady 1 & Lady 2 Combined)
Vet Champion: $50 (Sub-V, Vet, Sen-V Combined)
Out-of-Zone Champion: $100
Out-of-Zone Runner Up: $50

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Wisconsin ATA Trap Shoot – June 26-27-28 – BCSC – Green Bay

Registered ATA Shoot

Brown County Sportsmen’s Club
1711 W. Deerfield Avenue
Green Bay, WI 54313
www.skeetandtrap.com
June 26-28

Friday, June 26:
SIGNUP 8AM, SHOOTING BEGINS AT 9AM
ATA & WTA Fees: $7
EVENT #1 – PRELIMINARY SINGLES (100 TARGETS)
Targets: $30
Lewis: $10 (3 Classes, One Monies, Ties Divide)
EVENT #2 – PRELIM HANDICAP (100 TARGETS)
Targets & Trophies: $35
Lewis: $10 (3 Classes, One Monies, Ties Divide)
Champion: $100
Runner-Up: $75
Yardage Champion: $50/each (4 Groups)
EVENT #3 – PRELIM DOUBLES (100 TARGETS)
Targets & Trophies: $30
Lewis: $10 (3 Classes, One Monies, Ties Divide

Saturday, June 27:
SIGNUP 7AM, SHOOTING BEGINS AT 8AM
Entries Close at 11AM
ATA & WTA Fees: $7
EVENT #4 – CHAMPIONSHIP SINGLES
(200 TARGETS)
Targets & Trophies: $70
Lewis: $10 (4 Classes, One Monies, Ties Divide)
Champion: $250 & WTA Trophy
Runner-Up: $125
Class Champion: $50/each (5 Classes)
Junior Champion: $50 (Jr & Sub-Jr Combined)
Lady Champion: $50 (Lady 1 & Lady 2 Combined)
Vet Champion: $50 (Sub-V, Vet, Sen-V Combined)
Out-of-Zone Champion: $100
Out-of-Zone Runner Up: $50

Sunday, June 28:
SIGNUP 8AM, SHOOTING BEGINS AT 9AM
Entries Close at 10AM
ATA & WTA Fees: $7
EVENT #5 – CHAMPIONSHIP DOUBLES
(100 TARGETS)
Targets & Trophies: $35
Lewis: $10 (3 Classes, One Monies, Ties Divide)
Champion: $250 & WTA Trophy
Runner-Up: $125
Class Champion: $50/each (5 Classes)
Junior Champion: $50 (Jr & Sub-Jr Combined)
Lady Champion: $50 (Lady 1 & Lady 2 Combined)
Vet Champion: $50 (Sub-V, Vet, Sen-V Combined)
Out-of-Zone Champion: $100
Out-of-Zone Runner Up: $50

EVENT #6 – CHAMPIONSHIP HANDICAP
(100 TARGETS)
Targets & Trophies: $35
Lewis: $10 (4 Classes, One Monies, Ties Divide)
Yardage Purse: $10 (4 Groups, One Monies, Ties Divide)
50’s OpGon: $15 (F,M,L; One Monies, Ties Divide)
Champion: $250 & WTA Trophy
Runner-Up: $125
Yardage Champion: $100/each (4 Groups)
Junior Champion: $75(Jr & Sub-Jr Combined)
Lady Champion: $75(Lady 1 & Lady 2 Combined)
Vet Champion: $75(Sub-V, Vet, Sen-V Combined)
Out-of-Zone Champion: $100
Out-of-Zone Runner Up: $50

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Both BCSC’s 5-Stand Fields will be open this weekends – June 13-14.

We have the new West 5-Stand setup so you have a choice of shooting indoors or out. The East Field is setup for shooting out of a house. The west field is setup with outdoor shooting stations. Both are fun shoots for both new and experienced shooters. They offer a variety of presentations to keep you interest and multiple menus that offer all single to a Single and two True pairs at each station. Menus are also available with report pairs. Come out and give it a try this weekend.


Celebrating the Life of “Louie”

Celebrating the Life of

      Mike “Louie” Lewis

       December 7, 1949 – September 25, 2025

Vietnam Vet, Master Electrician, Bass Fisherman, and Skeet Shooter       

 Join Us to Share Memories and Celebrate Louie’s Life

Please join family and friends to honor a life well-lived, share your favorite stories, and celebrate the legacy of a wonderful man.

  • Date: Saturday, June 20th, 2026
  • Time: 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
  • Location: Brown County Sportsmen’s Club
  • Address: 1711 W Deerfield Avenue, Green Bay, WI 54313

The Celebration

  • 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Buffet Lunch & Free Beer
  • 4:15 PM – VVA224 Honor Guard Ceremony

Please bring your favorite stories and memories to share.

Poster

Second Outdoor 5 Stand added. More Opportunities to Shoot.

We have now opened a Second 5-Stand Field for outdoor shooting oppertunitues on the West Side of the Skeet Fields Come out and make a day of it’, Shoot both the West and East 5-Stand fields. Great vatiety of targets and a variety of menus to challenges shooters at all levels. Singles, Report Pairs and True Pairs. Changes will happen often to keep you interested. West fields will always be open and ready to shoot. Members can come out at any time and use the field with Basic Training. Text Ridge Johansen 920-562-4179 with questions.

For Operational Instructions