Features
Looking for something to read? You’ll find a host of insightful and entertaining articles on all things shooting right here.

My big Crufts adventure
BASC’s Dr Cat McNicol shares her story about showcasing working gundogs at the world’s greatest dog show.

On rabbit patrol
As a former gamekeeper, Ged Hunston has some fond memories of pest control duties, including keeping on top of rabbit numbers.

Winning young hearts and minds
A visit to Howle Manor Shoot in Shropshire was a memorable one for a group of inner-city schoolchildren from the West Midlands.

Wildfowlers assemble for the BASC national conference
The 2025 BASC National Wildfowling Conference returned on Saturday 29 March, attracting more than 100 delegates.

Balancing motherhood, a career and an outdoor lifestyle
BASC vice chair Claire Sadler looks at what it means to be a mum in fieldsports and how embracing the chaos can be worth the time and energy.

Friendships forged on the field to fork journey
It was a networking trip with a difference for a group of female hunters from across Europe, including stalking, podcasting, eating and dancing…

I should have listened to Peter
Gareth Dockerty reflects on the value having someone to guide you throughout your career, and the lessons learned from his own mentor, the late Peter Knox.

From drones to data: the role of technology in wildlife conservation
Dr Cat McNicol discusses the impact that rapid advances in technology are having on research centred around sustainable shooting and conservation.

Wildfowlers on the frontline of conservation at Lindisfarne
BASC’s wildfowling advisor Chris Wright writes about the importance of protecting remarkable environments like Lindisfarne.