I have a black labrador gun dog who is 22 months old. His training had gone well until he recently started running in to shot birds.
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Will a budget air-rifle really do the job?
Airguns are not only my hobby, they are also my livelihood, and as someone who subscribes to the adage that you should always use the right tool for the job,…
Game for lunch in a country pub?
One of the many good things about British Game Week (19-25 November 2018) is that it brings in new customers for venison, partridge, pheasant and duck. People who have never…
Berkshire venison, pheasant and partridge gamekeeper’s pie
Landlord Lee Hart is a keen Shot and runs the Dundas Arms, Kintbury. He says: “Our focus is seasonality and local produce. I’m a huge advocate for game and we…
How the American signal crayfish invaded British waters
Man’s stupidity when it comes to moving things around knows no bounds. He decided to bring the North American version of the crayfish to Europe and then to Britain to…
Black Friday half price subscription deals on your favourite shooting magazines
This Black Friday weekend we have a huge 50% off subscriptions to Shooting Times, Sporting Gun, Shooting Gazette and The Field. Now is the best time to get yourself a bargain!…
Christmas gift ideas for shooters and fieldsports lovers
Feathers – The Game Larder Chef Jose Souto is himself a keen stalker and shooter and his knowledge of the field shines out in this beautifully photographed book. Tempting recipes…
Prince Charles shares his favourite pheasant recipe – pheasant crumble pie
‘I got this recipe from someone I know,’ writes HRH The Prince of Wales in this week’s issue of Country Life, which he has guest edited. ‘It is delicious. I…
We asked some keen Shots how they stay warm on a bitter day out in the field. Here’s what they said.
John Sugden runs tweed outfitters Campbells of Beauly, is a keen stalker and goes out in all weathers. “I wear Musto thermal trousers as a base layer when it’s really…
10 of the best socks for shooting
Best socks for shooting – some tips Whilst all the socks below are washable, make sure you look at the washing instructions carefully. If you wash and dry them too…
Hawke Sidewinder FFP
It wasn’t very long ago that first focal plane (FFP) scopes were regarded as something of a niche product. There has been a shift over the years as more shooters…
How to get your shotgun certificate
Find out how to apply for a shotgun licence, plus more information on waiting times, fees and the appeals process
Slow roasted pheasant ramen – a perfect introduction to game
This is an easy – and different – recipe for using pheasant breasts. It’s really worthwhile taking time to prepare the stock here as it’s the background to the dish,…
How to cure firework fear in dogs
Find out how you can train your dog to stop being scared of fireworks and loud bangs
Could my dog catch ear mites from another dog?
Q: My next-door neighbour’s dog has mites, which has led to an ear infection. We walk the dogs together each day and I was wondering if mine would be at…
10 shooting vests to invest in
Barbour Berwick Tweed shooting vest is an excellent fit for me (size L) and is the epitome of high-quality simplicty.
Things I’d wish I’d known when I started shooting
Advice and novice shooting tips from those who had to learn the hard way … Lessons are key “I started game shooting when I was around 14 years of age,…
How not to be a stick in the mud
Tyres are something that most of us don’t tend to think too much about until they let us down. Literally. In fact most of us don’t know too much about…
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What really is ‘essential’ kit for deer stalking?
Deer stalking: I have attended a Deer Management Qualification where I noticed people coming along with all sorts of 'essential' gadgets. What would you say is really essential for someone…