Features
Looking for something to read? You’ll find a host of insightful and entertaining articles on all things shooting right here.
Crufts 2025 – the best of dogs and people
Brian Little’s visit to Crufts this year was his first since losing his sight. But with his wife as his guide, he experienced the event in a new and enriching way.
Paradise regained
Following the loss of his sight, Brian Little describes how he regained his love of life through being out in the countryside with his shooting friends.
Politics in the wild: MP visits shooting estate to see conservation up close
BASC regional officer Ryan Darby welcomed James Wild MP to a leading Norfolk estate to showcase the vital role shooting plays in conservation.
Reds, ambers and greens… but there’s more behind the scenes
Dr Cat McNicol challenges perceptions of the Birds of Conservation Concern list and explains why interpreting it in isolation has negative implications for shooting.
Why the Scottish Natural Environment Bill must be fixed
The Natural Environment (Scotland) Bill proposes increased regulatory intervention with little detail on financial incentives for deer managers.
Predator vs predator: what we know about raptor competition
The issue of raptor competition and predation is complex and has the potential to have a significant impact on birds of prey population dynamics.
Every day is a school day – even for game shooters
BASC’s new online Game Shooter Certificate will help to refine your knowledge, boost confidence and give you the best chance of success in the field.
Hidden hedgerows: the unsung heroes of the countryside
BASC’s Heather Warrender sings the praises of the humble hedgerow, which has more to offer than you might expect.
Roost shooting pigeons – the best type of shooting?
Roost shooting can be an effective way of helping to control woodpigeon numbers, but one that requires fieldcraft and a degreed of patience.
