Gamekeeping
Find out everything you need to know about gamekeeping, whether you are new to the field or a seasoned professional, with guidance on all aspects on habitat management and running a shoot.
What is gamekeeping?
Gamekeeping is the managing and balancing of wildlife populations and their habitats to preserve the natural environment.
It is an important practice that helps prevent certain species from becoming overpopulated and negatively affecting the surrounding ecosystem.
Gamekeeping also aids in controlling the spread of disease among wildlife populations and ensures that hunting and fishing are conducted in a safe and sustainable manner.
Gamekeepers are responsible for the care of reared and wild game for sporting shooting and are responsible for the day-to-day management and safe running of a shoot.
If you’re a BASC member and have a question for our game and wildlife management team, get in touch here.
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The latest news from BASC
Join free BASC webinar on gamebird releasing on protected sites
BASC is inviting all shoot owners, managers and gamekeepers affected by changes to gamebird releasing in England to register for a free webinar.
On rabbit patrol
As a former gamekeeper, Ged Hunston has some fond memories of pest control duties, including keeping on top of rabbit numbers.
BASC southern gamekeeping conference held at Great Fulford Estate
The Great Fulford Estate in Devon provided a stunning backdrop for the first BASC gamekeeping conference held in the south west of England.
