So where do I go from here?
Visit the websites of the shooting or collecting organisation of your choice – and of course your local gun dealer.
The national target shooting organisations can provide information on clubs near you. Target shooting clubs hold 'open' days to allow prospective shooters to try their hand and learn more.
www.nra.org.uk National Rifle Association (UK, not USA)
www.nsra.co.uk National Smallbore Rifle Association
www.cpsa.co.uk Clay Pigeon Shooting Association
www.bfta.net British Field Target Association
www.mlagb.com Muzzle Loaders Association of Great Britain
www.hbsa.fsnet.co.uk Historical Breechloading Smallarms Association