Features
Looking for something to read? You’ll find a host of insightful and entertaining articles on all things shooting right here.
The call of the crafts – decoys
The quality of Trevor’s decoys speaks for itself and his work has been recognised in wood carving championships and a stream of commissions.
Gamekeepers can play a key role in peat restoration
We are all in this climate emergency together, and the skills of upland gamekeepers should be held in high regard, says BASC’s Gareth Dockerty.
Duck nest tubes are a quacking success
Once occupied, installing duck nest tubes can increase mallard hatching rates to more than 90 per cent.
Bullet points
Throughout history, many writers have used sporting metaphors when seeking a really vivid image. Use sporting metaphors to make a real impact!
Supporting our gamekeepers through thick and thin
BASC has an experienced and well-resourced team of experts who are there to support gamekeepers and shoot managers.
Doing our bit for woodcock
The passion for woodcock runs deep in the shooting community. So many do so much to support the iconic wader – but what are the key boxes we must tick to give the species a helping hand? Kiri Thompson takes a closer look.
A quarry like quicksilver
Tackling woodpigeons as they descend on their favoured roosting spots is one of the most exhilarating forms of shooting.
Time to change your approach, BASC warns RSPB
In an open letter to the RSPB chair, BASC calls out the RSPB’s “increasingly negative” public attitude towards sustainable shooting.
Reigniting the arms of old
Michael Hunting describes the thrill of using historical arms on the modern range.
