CLAYTON, MO (July 28, 2026) — As leaders in the hunting and shooting sports industry, Winchester Ammunition and White Flyer Targets continue as strong supporters of National Shooting Sports Month. More than 50 million people participate in the shooting sports each year, making it one of the most popular recreational activities in the United States.
Throughout August, National Shooting Sports Month, there are several promotions taking place at the Winchester Handgun and Trap & Skeet facilities in East Alton, Ill., as well as NILO (the Winchester Hunting and Shooting Sports Facility) located in Brighton, Ill.
August, 2026—Shooting Sports Month Promotions
Winchester Handgun Facility
- A 40-shot derby will be held each week on Thursdays from 2:00pm to 5:00pm, as well as giveaways throughout the month.
Winchester Trap & Skeet Facility
- A target derby will take place each week on Wednesdays, targets include skeet, rabbit, wobble trap and 5-stand.
- A 5-stand summer shooting league will take place on Mondays, starting on August 17.
- Starting the first week of August, there will be a Monday .410 skeet league each week during normal open hours this league will run for 10 weeks. The final shoot is October 26.
- There will be crusher target prizes and giveaways at the end of the month.
NILO®
- All shooters who visit during the month of August will receive a $10 coupon towards a second visit, which can be redeemed on sporting clays or a hunt.
- At the end of August, there will be a drawing that includes two separate cases of AA shotshells, and two separate free rounds of sporting clays for a total of four prize winners.
About Winchester Ammunition
Winchester is the leading small caliber ammunition brand for hunting, recreational shooting, and law enforcement, and the largest supplier to the U.S. military. The legendary Winchester® brand, with its 160-year history, is founded on principles of integrity, hard work, and a strong commitment to its loyal customers. As a division of Olin Corporation, Winchester shares Olin’s purpose to deliver materials and solutions that enhance and protect lives. Learn more about Winchester and the responsible use of its products by visiting Winchester.com or connecting with us on Facebook at Facebook.com/WinchesterOfficial.
Winchester: Committed to Safe, Legal and Responsible Firearm Use
As a global leader in the shooting sports and hunting industry, and a brand of 160 years, Winchester is committed to safe, legal and responsible firearm use. Winchester works with key groups like the National Shooting Sports Foundation on a variety of topics important to our industry, including training and education, and on specific programs such as Gun Owners Care® and Project ChildSafe®. Winchester will continue to support programs, organizations and individuals who promote hunting and shooting sports activities in a positive and responsible environment. Any use of firearms by youth participants should be done under the direct supervision of a parent, guardian or other responsible adult.
About Gun Owners Care®
Gun owners care. You care about safety. You care about preventing unauthorized access to firearms. You care about bettering your community, helping those in need, and conserving wildlife and wild places for generations to come. It’s time for gun owners to tell their stories and to show how they’re making a difference. NSSF®, the trade association for the firearms industry, has established the Gun Owners Care® campaign to unite gun owners and the firearms industry in this common cause. Visit gunownerscare.org for more information.
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