The best possible taste

From muntjac to reds, the six species of British deer provide some of the highest-quality venison in the world, insists game chef Jose Souto

Decision taken for sake of good ‘elf'

Some stalks do not end with a kill — but that may be simply because we choose not to pull the trigger, says Chris Dalton

Kennel Diary

As restrictions are lifted hunts plan their puppy shows, held to thank vital walkers, says Harry Beeby

Country Diary

Faced with the possibility of losing the curlew as a breeding bird, the general public is becoming more pragmatic about predator control

A hundred years of quiet joy

Jamie Tusting casts on a sparkling stream winding through timeless countryside to mark the centenary of a progressive fishing club

A bit of hide and sleek

Do we pay enough attention to our sense of touch? It is as vital in pigeon shooting as camo clothing and elaborate hides, believes Gough Thomas

Coming home to roost

When a fox finds its way into a chicken pen with the inevitable result, a plan is hatched to exact revenge and protect the survivors

Keeping it scruffy

Cutting back on mowing and adopting a ‘rough around the edges’ approach would be a major boost for wildlife

A great way to beef up a shoot

The sustainable future of our sport depends on rebuilding the old connections between farming and fieldsports, says Patrick Laurie

The day of the jackal — and pine marten

As long-absent predators return to our countryside, we can learn from how other nations deal with the conflicts that arise, says Matt Cross

A jewel, complete with a crown

A ‘malform’ spotted in the trail camera would make a perfect specimen to fill a hamper for Will Pocklington

Cold comfort on game crop

Bad weather is a major headache at this time of year, but all is not lost, advises Liam Bell

Standing the test of time

The vast array of fieldsports offers something for all ages, as sporting preferences evolve with advancing years, Barry Stoffell discovers

With Guns in the pink

Britain’s colonial territories opened up a host of opportunities for the sportsman; Diggory Hadoke looks back at the days of the Empire

Sport On Our Beaches

While a holiday abroad may be off the cards this year, you don’t have to miss out on great food — catch and cook your own, says Nick Fisher

SsangYong Musso Saracen £34,250

The South Korean manufacturer is aiming to take the pickup market by storm and Ed Coles is impressed with this powerful workhorse

Getting back in the black

Once an excuse for a jolly get-together, May-time rook shooting is now a conservation necessity to protect both rare birds and tender crops

A tough act to follow

A wounded roe proves unusually tricky to track down, but deer dog Jazz gives it his all

Something for nothing

‘Shed hunting’ is a popular and rewarding close-season pursuit, as Barry Stoffell discovers on a day of fossicking in the hills of Kerry

LACS under investigation by the Charity Commission

A campaign of harassment by activists against a fundraising site they see as supporting hunting was brought to the regulator’s attention

Putting the wind up them

Over-shooting will not protect crops; you need a well thought-out plan of attack — and the right conditions, says Tom Payne

Non-toxics on woodpigeons

Simon Reinhold looks at how the latest steel offerings perform in real shooting situations

Back on the rails

The coot shoot at Hickling Broad was once a big part of Norfolk’s sporting scene, says Simon Reinhold

A boy's best friend

With plans to breed from Mabel afoot, Charlie has his heart set on a pup of his own, so father, son and dog head out for a spot of training

Wildlife Will Pay High Price For Criminal Acts

As gamekeepers join firefighters to tackle blazes caused by discarded BBQs, tampering with legal traps has devastating effect on wild birds

‘My love affair with lead has ended'

One stalker’s trepidation turns to excitement as an outing for an elusive upland roebuck culminates in a clean kill and a successful transition to copper ammunition

Wading in on habitat loss

The battle to manage agricultural landscape for breeding waders is doomed to failure unless there is a change of policy at national level

There's no quick fix in black grouse quest

This once common gamebird is in desperate need of a helping hand but reintroductions are hugely complex, as Soldier Palmer discovers

How to ensure your Guns have a field day

From high birds to hot sausage rolls and modest bags to a friendly host, George Browne discovers what paying guests really want

Let's show respect for our elders

Sambucus nigra is the star of Britain’s hedgerows and a standout favourite for forager John Wright