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Champion shot, John Bidwell, answers a couple of your shooting questions. Read more
How do I get my spaniel to hunt harder?
I would like to see my spaniel hunt a bit harder than she does. How can I encourage her to do that - and how far should I let her hunt in front? Read more
Does barrel length affect accuracy?
Does a longer barrel make a deer rifle more accurate? I've heard that it does not make much difference. Read more
How do I hit a curling pheasant?
What's the easiest way to shoot a driven pheasant when it's curling in the wind? I find one passing between me and a neighbour totally impossible. Read more
My friend says deer management courses aren't worth it?
My friend says deer management courses aren't worth it, and also is the season for shooting female deer being extended to include the month of March? Read more
My springer is reluctant to pick feathered game
My two year-old springer loves hunting and retrieving rabbits, but is reluctant to pick feathered game. How can I gee her up in this department? Read more
What shotgun bore for boar?
There are wild boar in our area. Can I shoot them with my shotgun? Read more
What is the closest to a footpath you can legally use a shotgun?
Where a field is bordered by a public footpath, what is the minimum distance at which one can safely and legally shoot a shotgun? Read more
How do you tell stock doves from wood pigeons?
Is there an easy way to tell stock doves from wood pigeons in flight? Is it legal to shoot stock doves? Read more
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