Mounted shooting is a thrilling sport that is fast-growing! More and more riders are taking an interest in it. With beginner levels, any rider can try their hand at it. In this discipline, riders work their way through a shooting pattern aboard their horse. It requires good horsemanship, a quiet horse, and steady hand.

Getting Started in Mounted Shooting

  1. Join a local club: The Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association is the leading organization for the sport. There are competitions held at a local, regional, and world levels. In order to learn the many rules, it's advisable that beginners join a local club.
  2. Work on your horse and gun skills separately: In the beginning, it can be helpful to improve your shooting skills on the ground before a horse is involved. You'll also have to be a decent rider before you mix the two.
  3. Try a few gun and holsters: You need to get a feel for what works best for you. It's not just about looking pretty!
  4. Take your time: Don't be in a rush. This discipline has a learning curve and requires commitment and practice.
  5. Watch others: From YouTube videos to attending competitions, watch others ride and shoot as much as you can. It'll give you a good understanding of what mounted shooting is all about.

Get out there and have some fun!

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