Keen Shot and fisherman Jack Charlton died on 10 July, prompting an offensive response by York councillor and former Lord Mayor Dave Taylor who wrote on his Facebook page: “Jack…
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Why is the large Munsterlander not seen more often?
The large Munsterlander is a spaniel-like German breed, looking very like a black and white springer.
Stalking sika deer in Sutherland, Scotland
An early morning stalk in a snowy landscape. The stalkers discuss tactics and survey the horizon. A small herd of sika is quickly sighted and one of the number despatched.…
What did our tester make of the latest ‘eco-cartridges’?
Margaret Heffernan, the writer and entrepreneur, said: “For good ideas and true innovation, you need human interaction, conflict, argument and debate.” Shooting has had this in spadefuls of late, largely…
Recipe for tray baked venison sausages with marmalade and bay
Venison is rich in protein, low in fat and cholesterol. It’s also high in nutrients. So it’s pretty much a super food. It’s a popular choice to serve in restaurants…
Time to support the GWCT
The Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) does crucial work for the fieldsports community. It challenges misinformation from the press, advises land managers and publicises the conservation successes achieved on…
Air rifle ranges open around the country – why they’re a great idea and where you can go right now
Garden airgunning is all very entertaining and good practice – but you need to have a decent sized garden for it. The alternative is to go to an air rifle…
11 of the best shooting coats for the season ahead
Shooting coats vary more than any other kind of shooting kit, but this pick of the best shooting coats offers a variety of choices for different budgets and different purposes.
Huge Scottish wild boar shot after Highlands sheep rampage
A large wild boar, estimated to weigh 24 stone (150kg), has been shot dead after being considered responsible for a spate of sheep killing on a Highland farm. Twitter account…
Volunteers needed to monitor mink rafts in Scotland
A major Scottish project to remove American mink is looking for volunteers to help run mink rafts. Ben Seaman, with the Cromarty Firth Fishery Trust, said: “We monitor for mink…
Judicial review on gamebird release granted to Wild Justice
Wild Justice has successfully applied for a judicial review on the impact of releasing gamebirds on sites of nature conservation. If the review is successful it could have major implications…
How can I treat my gundog’s diarrhoea? What causes it?
Q: “Can you explain to me why my gundog gets a stomach upset? What causes diarrhoea in dogs and how can I stop my gundog getting it? Diarrhoea in dogs…
Mountain hare shooting banned in Scotland
Mountain hares in Scotland will have year-round legal protection following an amendment to the law proposed by Green MSP Alison Johnstone, which passed by 60 to 19 votes. At present…
General licence extension by DEFRA
General licence holders needing to control wild birds will be relieved to learn that DEFRA has reissued the current permits from 1 August to 31 December 2020. The department has confirmed…
Clayshooting grounds just an hour from London
The good news is that many clay grounds have recently reopened after lockdown and more are opening daily. Below we’ve rounded up clay pigeon shooting grounds near London. We’ve marked…
What is Liam Stokes, the new chief executive of the British Game Alliance, planning?
Liam Stokes joins the British Game Alliance (BGA) from DEFRA. He previously worked for BASC and the Countryside Alliance and taught gamekeeping and countryside management at Wiltshire College Lackham. Shooting…
Two new eco-friendly cartridges launch in the UK
Environmentally-minded shooters and wildfowlers will welcome the arrival of BioAmmo cartridges in the UK, available in lead and steel in both clay and game loads. “They are unique” says importer…
How to create and use a homemade smoker
Types of smoking There are, generally speaking, two types of smoking: cold smoking and hot smoking. It is the heated variety that we will be dealing with. This has the…
A recipe for venison burgers
Everyone loves burgers and venison makes excellent ones, whichever deer species you use. For a long time I struggled to find a really good recipe for venison burgers; the result…
Gundog thefts soaring as prices rise
Gundog owners are being warned to be particularly careful following a dramatic increase in gundog thefts, with spaniels seeming to be a particular target. Keeper Jon Gaunt had three springer…