[header] How to trap shoot [title] Choose a 12 or 20 gauge shotgun. [step] You can go with a pump action, which is easy to load and unload. A semi-automatic is a good option if you plan to shoot for extended periods of time. 
You can even go with a double-barreled gun, although you only need to one shot at a time. [substeps] It's very important to get comfortable handling, loading, and shooting your gun.