Features
A comprehensive look at particular topics relating to shooting sports.
The eyes and ears of the uplands
Gamekeepers are not only the custodians of the countryside, they are the eyes and ears on the ground, committed to conserving our landscapes.
Supporting rural communities
More than 30 million people visit the Yorkshire Dales, Peak District and North York Moors National Parks each year according to National Parks survey data.
Mythbusters
As the glorious twelfth fast approaches, we take a look at some of the most prolific moorland myths.
Gamekeeper of the Month – August
Our next Gamekeeper of the Month is head keeper Ian Sleightholm from Bolton Castle estate. Ian talks about the reasons behind his decision to become a keeper, what he loves about his profession the most and why he would encourage the young generation to consider a career in gamekeeping.
Voting shelved on Europe-wide lead shot ban
BASC continues to support a five year transition away from lead shot for live quarry shooting following an attempted wider ban on lead shot.
Time to reflect
How sustainable is shooting in the UK? Has the coronavirus pandemic highlighted areas in which changes need to be made? Steve Bloomfield mulls over some questions.