Jun23–28
Ohio's Premier Shooting & Camping Destination
52 trap houses. Two sporting clays courses. 400+ campsites. 20 skeet fields. An outdoor pistol range. One unforgettable experience.
The Back Fence Shootout Returns to the Ohio State Shoot — June 26, 2026 One hundred targets. Every shooter on the 27. The biggest money shoot in trap is back in Ohio, and last year drew 500+ shooters ready to put it all on the line. $200 all-in gets you $150 straight to the prize pool! Plus a G reat Eastern purse, a 5-class modified Lewis with 20% per class, and big time cash and prizes on the table. Beretta shotgun, a giant Trap Talk Champion's buckle, 5 Shamrock bags, and silver shotgun shells up for grabs!
Shoot Details→Friday popcorn, goodie bags, make-your-own s'more packs, and DJ karaoke at the playground pavilion. Saturday fishing tournament, water games with giant inflatable, and FIREWORKS at dusk. Sunday craft, golf cart parade, and Candy Bar Bingo in the Banquet Hall.
View flyer (PDF) →Join the Cardinal Center crew for the 2026 shoot season. $105 per full day worked, minimum. Final rate determined by event and position. Trap workers earn a $10 daily bonus for working the full event.
Questions? Contact Candy Cox, Camp Office · (419) 253-0800
Firearms, ammunition, and accessories. Everything you need for the range or the field, right on the grounds.
Real competitors. Real experiences at Cardinal Center.
“I've shot at clubs all over the country and Cardinal Center's trap line is second to none. Everything about competing here is top notch! I never miss it!”
Conveniently located in central Ohio, right off I-71. An hour from Columbus, two hours from Cleveland and Cincinnati.
616 State Route 61
Marengo, OH 43334
Located right off I-71.
Go North on Rt. 61 and look for our sign on the left.
