The first shoot was conducted at Para on February 9, 1969. After 49 years, SSAA Para has grown into one of the largest shooting clubs in Adelaide and South Australia. With over 620 members, SSAA Para offers a wide range of activities ranging from general practice to club, state, national and international competitions. The club has also be involved with community groups to encourage the safe handling and use of firearms. Some of the community activates include: Life Be In It campaigns, security and government training courses, scouts/cadet groups and Schutzenfest.