The clock is ticking for our reds
3rd October 2023
Red squirrels remain a conservation priority with rapidly declining numbers. We must all step up to do our bit in red squirrel conservation.
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All hedgerows great and small
2nd October 2023
The government is encouraging the creation of more hedgerows – and that will be a win for shooting and conservation.
Do you remember your first shoot day?
2nd October 2023
Gareth Dockerty reflects on ‘first day feelings’ of joining the beating line for the first time, and the role we all have to play in encouraging newcomers to shooting.
Ambassadors for shooting
1st October 2023
On the opening day of the pheasant season, BASC is compelling everyone to play their part in protecting the future of shooting.
Looking ahead to the new pheasant season
30th September 2023
Glynn Evans looks ahead to the new pheasant season, and what he’s most eagerly anticipating in prospect.
Will new BBC social media rules stop the hate?
28th September 2023
The BBC has published new guidance on the use of social media by its employees, but will that stop hate against the shooting community?
BASC meets with four police firearms licensing teams
27th September 2023
Representatives of four UK police forces met with BASC teams over two days to discuss issues around firearms and firearms licensing.
Last chance to respond to Scottish snares consultation
27th September 2023
The Scottish government consultation which proposes a ban on the use of snares in Scotland closes on 3 October.
Hard-earned rewards
27th September 2023
Rough shooting can mean different things to different people. But what qualities define an exemplary rough shooter?
