- Features
The art of picking up
The value of a well-oiled picking-up team can’t really be overstated. After all, accounting for every bird shot should always be the end goal.
- Offbeat
Do you remember your first shoot day?
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.
- Latest news
BASC statement on shoot leases on United Utilities land
BASC last night had a constructive conversation with United Utilities’ CEO, Louise Beardmore, regarding shoot leases on the company’s land.
- Latest news
BASC calls on United Utilities board to review shooting ban
BASC has urged United Utilities’ board members to call for a review of the decision to end shoot leases on the water company’s land.
- Offbeat
United Utilities – falling short for shooting
Following United Utilities decision not to renew shooting leases on its land, we explain how you can push back.
- Latest news
Do you have game cards or game books to share?
BASC’s research team are working with the University of Exeter to look into the changes in game bags over time.
- Offbeat
Poor methodology undermines validity of game meat research
Dr Conor O’Gorman discusses BASC’s challenge to a study part-funded by the RSPB and Wild Justice on lead shot in oven-ready pheasants.
- Latest news
The impact of avian influenza on game shooting
If you’re involved in running a shoot, please complete our survey regarding the impact of avian influenza on the 2022/23 season.
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BASC talks shooting on Countryfile
Following BBC Countryfile’s most recent episode on shooting, Glynn Evans reflects on why it is important to engage with mainstream media.
