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Is deer stalking over-represented by its organisations?
Since I started deer stalking I have noticed the constant appearance of new 'Representative Bodies.'
Is deer stalking over-represented by its organisations?
Since I started deer stalking I have noticed the constant appearance of new ‘Representative Bodies.’
How can I help my eye dominance problem?
When I was younger I had a very dominant right eye, but as I have grown older I have developed a very pronounced master eye problem. Short of closing my left eye when I shoot, is there some other mechanical means that would help me? I do nowadays wear prescription…
Did I see twins when out deer stalking?
While out deer stalking, I feel sure I saw a Fallow doe with twin fawns on two occasions last Autumn, but my local expert tells me they never have twins. Is he right?
Do you need lofting poles for pigeon shooting?
When pigeon shooting, is it really necessary to have a set of lofting poles (and suitable decoys) for decoying?
Pigeon shooting on spring drillings
Pigeon Shooting expert, Peter Theobald, is getting all excited about pigeon prospects over spring drillings. Here he explains why things are looking so good and reveals how to make the most of your opportunities.
How do I teach my gun dog to follow a scent trail?
How do I go about teaching my dog to take a line on a scent? I am currently training a nine-month old Springer spaniel.
When’s the best time to use lofted pigeon shooting decoys?
When pigeon shooting, when’s the best time to use lofted decoys?
Could I make a sound moderator for a semi- automatic shotgun?
Would it be possible to construct a sound moderator for a semi-automatic shotgun which could be attached via the choke tube threads?
How important is the start point when clay pigeon shooting?
How important is it to determine the 'start point' for shooting the first bird of a double, and how do you go about establishing it?
Are deer stalking salt licks any good?
I see mineral licks advertised for deer stalking. Do you think they are worth using?
Can I use game cartridges for clay pigeon shooting?
I've got loads of 30g sixes left over from this year's game shooting. Can I use these for English and FITASC Sporting targets?
The comb on my Tikka .243 deer rifle is too low!
Having taken up deer stalking and bought a Tikka .243 rifle I am puzzled to find that the comb is too low to fit my cheek when looking through the scope. Surely rifles are almost exclusively used with a scope and I am amazed that either a stock shaped for…
My Beretta Silver Pigeon does not close properly!
I have just bought a new Beretta Silver Pigeon, and I find it quite stiff to open and close.
When pigeon shooting, is it possible to decoy from woods?
When pigeon shooting, is it possible to pull in pigeons by decoying from inside a wood?
What’s different between springing teal and crow targets?
There's a target at my local ground that I'd call a 'springing teal'. My mate, however, says it's a crow. Can you explain what's the difference please - because we've got a pint bet on who's correct!
Do I need a permit to shoot crows where I work?
My place of work is constantly attacked by crows, which damage window seals and make a general mess. Is it legal for me to shoot them with my .22 rifle or do I need some kind of permit?
Have you used a Rodentator to control rabbits?
I've heard of the Rodentator and seen seeral videos of them in action. Are they effective?