We are very fortunate to have an army of volunteers across the UK. We talk to two of our dedicated supporters their involvement with BASC.
‘They’ll never forget it’: BASC volunteers special Read more...
Read Dr Conor O’Gorman’s blog on the role sustainable shooting has to play in the government’s ambitious plans for nature recovery in England.
Sustainable shooting key to government’s nature recovery plans Read more...
Guest blogger Gethin Jones tells of the challenges that have preceded some of his most memorable shooting firsts.
Read Conor O’Gorman’s blog following the inclusion of plans for new animal welfare legislation in the Queen’s speech in parliament yesterday.
Challenges for shooting in animal welfare shake-up Read more...
Ahead of the Scottish elections on 6 May, Ross Ewing breaks down the party manifestos to expose how their policies will affect shooting and conservation.
Scottish election: manifesto analysis Read more...
Curlew is Britain’s largest wader and was once common throughout the UK, which hosts around 25 per cent of the international population.
BASC Species of the month – April Read more...
BASC deer officer Audrey Watson discusses how identifying woodland plant species and assessing damage can help you to carry out successful deer impact assessments.
Of Deer and Dog’s Mercury Read more...
Ticks, and tick-borne diseases, are becoming more of a widespread issue in the UK. Be vigilant after exercising your dog outside, says BASC’s gundog officer Kate Dymock.
Check for hidden dangers – ticks Read more...
Andrew Profit, a keen stalker and outdoor enthusiast, talks about living with Lyme disease.
Living with Lyme disease Read more...
The Antique Firearms Regulations 2021 becomes law on 22nd March 2021. Check whether your firearm qualifies as an antique and read our guidance on what you should do next.
Antique Firearms Regulations 2021: What you need to know Read more...
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