In a joint effort to combat the declining mallard population, the BBWA and the WWT came together to install duck nest tubes on a local marsh.
West Country wildfowlers help boost mallard numbers Read more...
Peri Burchmore, winner of the BASC gamekeepers’ classes on Gundog Day at Crufts 2023, will be back this year to take on the competition.
Peri and River ready to compete at Crufts Read more...
BASC Scotland responded today to the launch of a major Scottish Government consultation on deer management.
BASC statement on launch of Scottish deer consultation Read more...
A top priority at Queen’s College in Taunton is promoting healthy and sustainable food, which also includes introducing game meat to pupils.
Queen’s College changes the game Read more...
Defra has advised BASC that there will be no changes to the general licences (GL40-42) when they renew from 1 January 2024 for two years.
Defra announces renewal of GL40-42 for two years without changes Read more...
Does a perfect wildfowling dog exist? Eric Begbie looks closer at the qualities needed for a dog to be more than just good company.
The wildfowler’s dog Read more...
As Crufts approaches, we look back on last year’s gundog day at the biggest dog show in the world and what to expect if you plan on going.
We asked five of the country’s best wild food chefs for their top hacks which will make preparing and cooking game easier and fun.
Home loading your own shotgun cartridges is not as difficult as you may think, provided you follow tried and tested procedures.
BASC staff provide a collection of handy tips and tricks to make dealing with deer carcasses much more efficient.
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