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My journey into deer stalking

Post published:20th November 2020

BASC member Damian Conway describes how undertaking the DSC1 sparked his passion for deer stalking.

A deer sized gap – my DSC1 experience

Post published:27th October 2020

BASC regional officer Hannah Turner describes the experience of undertaking her DSC1.

Shooting male deer during their breeding seasons

Post published:15th October 2020

The UK venison market is not in good shape. Can stopping shooting deer during the rut help boost sales? James Sutcliffe looks for a solution.

‘A rustle, then a bang and we had our deer’

Post published:28th September 2020

While hunting with an expert stalker, Xanthe Clay wonders why we are still afraid to cook with venison, one of the healthiest and most delicious meats.

Britain’s woodlands face deer invasion as demand for wild venison drops due to cheaper meat imports and less demand during lockdown

Post published:28th September 2020

Britain's woodlands face being overrun with deer because the market for wild venison has collapsed.

Get down to business – our guide to selling venison locally

Post published:9th September 2020

Taste of Game and BASC have prepared a quick guide on how to start your own venison business during these challenging times.

Campaign launched to get venison market back on track

Post published:2nd September 2020

The working group will focus on strengthening existing markets and opening new channels.

More buck for your bang

Post published:25th June 2020

Sam Walker offers some advice on how to maximise your stalking opportunities when the time arises.

BASC deer stalking schemes back open for business

Post published:3rd June 2020

In the first act of business as usual BASC’s deer stalking schemes across England are reopening from this week.