– Features

A shooter walking their gundog

We are all in this climate emergency together, and the skills of upland gamekeepers should be held in high regard, says BASC’s Gareth Dockerty.

Duck nest tube

Once occupied, installing duck nest tubes can increase mallard hatching rates to more than 90 per cent.

Bullets

Throughout history, many writers have used sporting metaphors when seeking a really vivid image. Use sporting metaphors to make a real impact!

BASC has an experienced and well-resourced team of experts who are there to support gamekeepers and shoot managers.

Close up of a woodcock

The passion for woodcock runs deep in the shooting community. So many do so much to support the iconic wader – but what are the key boxes we must tick to give the species a helping hand? Kiri Thompson takes a closer look.

Pigeon

Tackling woodpigeons as they descend on their favoured roosting spots is one of the most exhilarating forms of shooting.

Controlled burning

In an open letter to the RSPB chair, BASC calls out the RSPB’s “increasingly negative” public attitude towards sustainable shooting.

Close up of a shotgun ejecting sparks

Michael Hunting describes the thrill of using historical arms on the modern range.

Girls showing a Labrador at Crufts

Two ‘besties’ stole the show at Crufts when they took part in BASC’s Young Handlers classes at the world’s biggest dog show last week.

Terrier

It is a pleasure to share the company of a dog when stalking deer, but our four-legged friends are far from nice-to-have accessories, says Rod Greenwood.