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Deer StalkingHow can deer differentiate stalkers from walkers?
Why is it that some roe deer tend to ignore groups of noisy walkers as they pass but leg it the moment they spot or wind me on my own?
By ShootingUK
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Deer StalkingSpringbok stalking in South Africa
Springbok: Navigating unforgiving terrain under a sweltering sun in search of springbok.
By ShootingUK
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NewsWhat’s the best clay shooting discipline to start on?
A friend who introduced me to clay shooting says English Sporting, but two of his friends told me to try Down-the-Line because it’s the easiest of all and will give me confidence in breaking targets...
By ShootingUK
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NewsHow to improve your game shoot
Game shoot: Close season changes to your game shoot.
By ShootingUK
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Gamekeeping newsCan I take my five-shot semi-auto wildfowling?
I have a five-shot semi-auto shotgun, which I bought for pest control. My firearms certificate says I can use it to shoot birds. Can I take it out wildfowling?
By ShootingUK
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NewsI need to pick-up the target faster when clay shooting!
When clay shooting I find I fatigue easily and it takes me longer to 'pick-up' the target, when I need to be more snappy.
By ShootingUK
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FerretingCan you train young ferrets to get through purse nets?
Is it possible to train ferrets to get through purse nets when they’re fairly young, or is it something they learn to do with experience?
By ShootingUK
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NewsI’m trying to find land for pigeon shooting on!
I am trying to find land for pigeon shooting on. Could you please advise me on the correct etiquette when approaching landowners or farmers?
By ShootingUK
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NewsPheasant shooting at Withyslade Farm, Wiltshire
Pheasant shooting: A small farm that offers superb pheasant shooting and accommodation.
By ShootingUK
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Deer StalkingDeer stalking: Meat loss or humane kill?
Forget about meat loss caused by a bullet, says Jon. The overriding consideration for every stalker is to bring about the quickest kill possible.
By ShootingUK
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