- Offbeat
ELMs and wildlife management
BASC’s Ian Danby discusses how the government’s recent update to ELMs offers further opportunities for shooting to work closely with farmers.
- Offbeat
Incentivising deer management
BASC’s head of deer management Martin Edwards takes a closer look at the idea of incentivising deer management.
- Features
Respond to the England Deer Strategy consultation
Read our insight into key elements of the England Deer Strategy plus guidance on responding to the consultation.
- Latest news
Defra launches England Deer Management Strategy consultation
The month-long consultation seeks views on recommendations to tackle the growing deer population in England.
- Latest news
Scotland’s recreational deer stalkers left out in the cold
Scotland’s deer population is estimated to be in excess of one million, but many trained recreational deer stalkers in Scotland struggle to access deer management opportunities.
- Latest news
BASC launches new Qualifications Card
The card provides proof of identity and qualifications for BASC members and non-members, perfect for gaining shooting permissions.
- Latest news
Deer stalking schemes return
The deer stalking schemes in Arran and Hampshire are back and bookings are open now.
- Features
Sure-footed: When four legs are better than four wheels
ATV’s may be quicker at getting deer off the hill, but there is still a place for the Highland pony as a key resource for stalkers.
- Offbeat
The dos and don’t of doe season
BASC deer officer Audrey Watson offers some valuable advice for all stalkers on the importance of controlling female deer.
