Features
Looking for something to read? You’ll find a host of insightful and entertaining articles on all things shooting right here.
The benefits of controlled heather burning
There are several clear winners as a result of controlled heather burning in our upland environments, as Alex Farrell explains. Cool burning is a traditional land management practice used in moorland and upland areas of the UK. Also known as muirburn or controlled heather burning, it is used primarily to manage heather (Calluna vulgaris). Â The
Coming together for a cause: the 5 Regions Charity Working Test
The gundog world is uniting for the 5 Regions Charity Working Test, a national event created to raise awareness of mental health challenges in rural communities.
BASC-sponsored shooters shine on the international stage
Two BASC-sponsored target shooting athletes have been selected for the British Shooting World Class Programme.
Join the action with BASC at the National Shooting Show 2025
The National Shooting Show takes place from 10–11 May and BASC has a fantastic line-up of experts, advice and hands-on fun for all ages.
The Stalking Show 2025: A celebration of deer management
The Stalking Show 2025, sponsored by BASC, delivered an outstanding weekend focused on stalking and deer management.
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.
