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
What counts as evidence in Defra’s review of game shooting?
A review of game shooting has launched in England. Your everyday work in the countryside is the vital evidence that Defra needs to hear about, urges Conor O’Gorman.
Two months to fight for the future of shooting
A call for evidence on every aspect of game shooting in England has launched and your input is crucial, urges BASC’s Conor O’Gorman.
Judge slams “bullying” tactics – as BASC’s High Court ruling stands
Mr Justice Ritchie confirmed his original judgment stands, refusing Natural England permission for an appeal, and that the original ruling now takes effect immediately.