Pike County Clays Challenge at Heartland Lodge
Heartland’s Sporting Clay & 5-Stand Event – August 8th, 2026
Get ready for an exciting competition at the Heartland Lodge Sporting Clay Event, held August 8th, 2026 at the beautiful Heartland Lodge. This friendly, non-sanctioned shoot is open to all skill levels—from seasoned shooters to those looking for a fun weekend challenge.
This year’s event features a combined Five-Stand and Sporting Clays format, testing accuracy, consistency, and versatility across multiple shooting scenarios. Whether you’re here to compete or enjoy the outdoors with friends, it’s sure to be a memorable experience.
Event Highlights
- Saturday, August 8th starting at 9 AM.
- Combination course: Five-Stand & Sporting Clays
- Cash prize for the overall winner!
- 1st place- $2,500!!
- 2nd place- 2 night/ 1 day pheasant & quail hunt at Heartland Lodge!*
- 3rd place- 2 night getaway in a private luxury cabin with full day Polaris UTV rental at Heartland Lodge!**
- Non-sanctioned event.. relaxed, friendly, and open to all.
- Great food and great shooting in a picturesque setting.
- $150 entry fee, per person. Limited to 100 participants! Call 217-734-2526 to reserve your spot now!
- 100 target event (50 on sporting clays, 50 on 5-stand). Individuals only- no teams.
- Food truck will be on site!
Bring your gear, your best shot, and your competitive spirit. We look forward to seeing everyone at Heartland Lodge for a great weekend of shooting sports!
View Available On-Site Lodging Options Here. Lodging available Friday & Saturday nights! >>
Call 217-734-2526 to reserve your spot in the shooting tournament now!
Heartland Lodge also offers a wide range of hunting packages (pheasant, quail, whitetail, waterfowl, turkey) and vacation packages (corporate retreats, weddings, romantic getaways, family reunions, anniversary getaways and more). See quick links below >>
Other Activities to enjoy during your stay include Polaris side by side rentals, fishing, hiking, ATV/UTV riding park, and more!
To view the full list of on-site activities we offer here at the lodge, Click Here >>
Quick Links
*2nd place winner- 2 night, 1 day traditional upland hunt package- must be used by April 1st, 2027. Thur-Sun night.
**3rd place winner- must be used Thur-Sun night. Aug. 9th 2026- Apr 1st 2027.
Last Updated: December 11th, 2025
Where are you located ??
Hello Ed, we’re located in Pike County, IL just outside the town of Nebo. Thanks!
It grate place an grate place to shoot. I love to shoot that shoot not sure if I have an nsca shoot that weekend yet
Is there on-site or nearby RV camping available.
Thanks,
Larry
Hi Larry, thanks for reaching out! Yes, we do offer RV parking on-site. For more details, please give us a call at 217-734-2526. Thanks!