Features
Looking for something to read? You’ll find a host of insightful and entertaining articles on all things shooting right here.
Presenting partridge
Partridge shooting is arguably one of the most varied and rewarding fieldsports in the UK, says BASC’s Ged Hudson.
From plinking to podiums: navigating the world of airgun competitions
Airgunning has something for everyone, from local club shoots to national competitions. Find out everything you need to know here.
Science matters: do you know the value of wild venison?
Conversations around food sustainability are growing louder in many parts of the world, presenting an opportunity for wild British game, writes Sophie Stafford.
Record-breaking wing submissions boost wildfowl monitoring efforts
The 2024/25 BASC Wing Survey delivered its most successful season in recent years, with a total of 3,201 wings submitted.
Grey partridge recovery in East Anglia: Conservation in action
Among the fields and hedgerows of East Anglia there’s hope of a recovery for the red-listed grey partridge, with shooting playing a pivotal role, reports Ryan Darby.
Uniting for ducks: BASC joins international waterfowl symposium
The health of Europe’s ducks was centre stage at the Pan-European Duck Symposium in August, featuring presentations on BASC research projects.
New study confirms shooting is good for woodland and hedges
New research commissioned by BASC shows shooting has substantial benefits for our landscapes at the national scale.
Field trials uncovered
What exactly are field trials? Glynn Evans explains how these canine competitions work and how you can get started in competing.
With a little help…
An experienced mentor can help novice stalkers progress after their DSC1 course and finding the right person is something BASC can help with.