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BASC gets shooting’s message across at the Royal Highland Show
BASC Scotland maintained its highly successful presence at this year’s Royal Highland Show, showcasing our commitment to sustainable shooting, conservation, education and rural community engagement.
One of the highlights of the show was our work with school groups, where young visitors took part in building duck nesting tubes. This was a hands-on conservation activity that introduced pupils to the importance of habitat protection for breeding wildfowl. The interactive sessions were a hit with children and teachers alike. They offered a unique educational experience, helping to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards.
BASC also co-hosted a well-attended event with the Scottish Association of Young Farmers Clubs.
We welcomed Scotland’s Minister for Agriculture and Connectivity Jim Fairlie MSP to engage with young people from the countryside and involved in rural life. The minister heard directly about the challenges and opportunities in farming, gamekeeping and land management. The event underscored the importance of listening to young voices in shaping the future of Scotland’s countryside.
A key platform to engage with the public
Peter Clark, BASC Scotland director, said: “The Royal Highland Show continues to be a key platform for us to engage with the public, policymakers and the next generation of countryside champions. From conservation education to rural policy discussion, this year’s show reinforced the vital roles that shooting and sustainable land management play in Scotland’s rural economy and environment.”
Our thanks go to all who visited the stand, took part in activities and joined the conversation about the future of the countryside.
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