Fishing-Hunting
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Very British hunting blinds
Grouse butts, smart and simple, are part of our sporting heritage, says Patrick Laurie, but in lots of places only ghost butts now remain
5 min |
June 28, 2023
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A rare breed with plenty of character
Everyone is excited for a Styrian coarsehaired hound to join the mix, but the training is slow-going until Cora discovers her nose at last
3 min |
June 21, 2023
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Game, sett and match
Soldier Palmer considers the conundrum that badgers pose for conservationists
5 min |
June 21, 2023
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The hair of the dog
While different breeds will require varying levels of maintenance, a groomer is certainly a boon for spaniel owners
3 min |
June 21, 2023
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The new kid on the block
Simon Whitehead looks to the future and begins his training journey with Truffle, a slightly unusual addition to his slick team
4 min |
June 21, 2023
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Is it looking up for rough shooting?
Richard Negus asks what the new Environmental Land Management schemes mean for wild game
4 min |
June 21, 2023
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Dependable airguns at the right price
Mat Manning rounds up a selection of sub-£600 air rifles that are up to the task of tackling live quarry
5 min |
June 21, 2023
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Last call for the uplands?
Simon Reinhold attends a seminar on grouse moors, where the guests are varied, from well-known Shots to keen rewilders
5 min |
June 21, 2023
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Sporting feast on the river
After a morning controlling marauding pigeons on the allotment, a few trout are just the ticket for a top-notch barbecue banquet
5 min |
June 21, 2023
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Living life on the edge
The steep-sided Himalayan uplands provide a spectacular backdrop for stalking Pakistan's wellmanaged ibex population, but it's not a journey to be undertaken lightly, recalls Thomas Nissen
6 min |
June 21, 2023
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Trophy Bill in Lords but a glimmer of hope
A three-year 'impact report' on trophy hunting may highlight the vital role it plays in nurturing some of the world's most endangered species
1 min |
June 21, 2023
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Lead shot could be banned in the autumn of this year
After much debate, and a voluntary move away from lead ammunition by shooters, an all-out ban could be in place by the close of 2023
1 min |
June 21, 2023
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Hooked in to a fighter
Keen to cook on the bank, Leon Challis-Davies reels in a rainbow and whips up a barbecued fish special
4 min |
June 14, 2023
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True all-round HPRs
David Tomlinson investigates why the German longhaired pointer hasn't caught on, with the wirehaired vizsla a more popular choice
5 min |
June 14, 2023
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A summer of top-notch sport
While success with a rod or gun isn't always guaranteed, Laurence Catlow perseveres and finds plenty to enjoy
5 min |
June 14, 2023
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Learning the ropes
A course for would-be game shots proves useful to Jim Old, but he can't help but wonder what more experienced hands would make of it
5 min |
June 14, 2023
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Clear observation without a hefty outlay
Mat Manning puts Konus's affordable Mission HD 10x42 WA binoculars through their paces on his woodland pest control rounds
3 min |
June 14, 2023
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Time to make a splash
With warm weather finally upon us, it's the perfect opportunity to improve your dog's confidence in the water
4 min |
June 14, 2023
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The secret behind consistent shooting
It's something many Guns never consider, writes Guy Maddocks, but correct gunfit makes a colossal difference to your accuracy over time
6 min |
June 14, 2023
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A few pigs on your shoot
Using livestock as a conservation partner on your patch might not be a quick fix, but it really does work
5 min |
June 14, 2023
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A sporting life in Africa
A chance meeting with a former soldier reveals a famed tale of bravery and deceit
3 min |
June 14, 2023
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Getting the most bang for your buck
With a hurried need for copper ammunition, Will Pocklington turns to Corinium Rifle Range for professional assistance on a bespoke load
7 min |
June 14, 2023
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Boots on the ground
With the dry undergrowth making silent stalking challenging, it's time to test out some new footwear that might just make all the difference
5 min |
June 14, 2023
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JOTTINGS FOR WILDFOWLERS
The new season is fast approaching, so now's the time to get all your gear sorted and make sure everything is in good working order
2 min |
June 14, 2023
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Stalking Diary
Long daylight hours through June make for some challenging stalking conditions, and Chris looks back at the start of his guiding career
2 min |
June 14, 2023
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Upland keeper
The recent warm weather has done much to help wild bird chicks, and hopefully it will remain pleasant for the grey partridges and grouse
2 min |
June 14, 2023
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Country Diary
A new start on a farm in Weardale has meant plenty of work - and trips to the hardware store - but it is proving to be well worth the effort
3 min |
June 14, 2023
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Not a good start for salmon
It’s been a difficult start to the salmon fishing season, with many anglers reporting a noticeable lack of fish
1 min |
June 14, 2023
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Defra under fire for general licence failure
BASC has announced it will prepare legal proceedings against the Government body, while Wild Justice is also planning to take action
1 min |
June 14, 2023
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Glasgow Boy's painting hung
The National Gallery in Edinburgh has acquired a water colour painting by Joseph Crawhall (1861– 1913), one of the Glasgow Boys, a revolutionary group of young painters who pioneered modernism in Scottish art
1 min |