European Commission launches guide clarifying the hunting requirements of the 1979 Wild Birds Directive.
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Anti-Hunting protestor remanded on death charges
Anti-hunting protestor, Bryan Griffiths, aged 54, from Bedworth, Warwickshire today appear in court accused of murder.
Can I use game cartridges for clay pigeon shooting?
I've got loads of 30g sixes left over from this year's game shooting. Can I use these for English and FITASC Sporting targets?
My Beretta Silver Pigeon does not close properly!
I have just bought a new Beretta Silver Pigeon, and I find it quite stiff to open and close.
What’s different between springing teal and crow targets?
There's a target at my local ground that I'd call a 'springing teal'. My mate, however, says it's a crow. Can you explain what's the difference please - because we've…
Steel shot wildfowling cartridges review
Steel shot wildfowling cartridges: Shooting Super Magnum cartridges is now a reality on our foreshores. Tom’s a fan of them but, he wonders, how many others will use them?…
Why don’t clay target shooters use semi-auto shotguns?
When at my local clay pigeon shooting club, I see that most shooters don't use semi-auto shotguns for sporting targets? Any idea why?
How do I shoot a startled wood pigeon?
I found your reply to the reader who struggles to hit woodies coming straight over the decoy pattern very helpful and wondered if you could sort out a particular bogey…
How far is it possible for deer to travel after being shot?
How far will a deer run when shot accurately in the heart or lung area?
When pigeon shooting, how do I hit them head-on?
What’s the best way to kill a wood pigeon that’s losing height as it comes into the decoy pattern head-on? It’s one I really struggle with.…
Can I use a side-by-side shotgun for sporting clays?
I want to take up clay pigeon shooting, but have always shot with a side-by-side game gun. Will I need to switch to an over-under?
Giant wild boar shot in Hereford
THIS GOLD medal wild boar weighing in at an amazing 518lb (234kg), is believed to be the largest ever shot in the UK.
Pheasant causes death of biker
A coroner has recorded a verdict of accidental death of motorcyclist Ian Bottomley, from Preston, Lancashire.
Where do I stand if my gun dog has sired unwanted pups?
My neighbour’s chocolate labrador bitch is on heat and keeps trying to get into my garden to ‘meet’ my black lab dog – a BASC dog trial champion.…
Which ‘crow’ clay target should I shoot first?
If I’m presented with a pair of ‘crows’ that appear simultaneously above the tree line, which one should I take first?
How useful is pigeon shooting when training a gun dog?
Peter Theobald in Sporting Gun says he doesn’t use a dog because they’re not needed for pigeon decoying. Is this true?
Political parties give shooting sports their backing
Both major political parties - Labour and Conservative - have pledged their commitment to shooting sports at their recent annual conferences.
How can I modify my semi-auto to hold 3 shots?
I hold a five-shot semi-auto, along with a couple of rifles, on a firearms certificate. Owing to a house move I no longer shoot my rifles, so I plan to…
How should I build a rabbit pen for gun dog training?
I am thinking of building a hen run and wondered if it might also double as a rabbit pen for gun dog training?
Can you train a gun dog to dive after ducks?
I have heard of dogs 'upending' after ducks and geese that dive when pricked. Can you train a dog to do this and, if so, how?