Hunting rabbits on a summer’s evening
21 August 2026
Mat Manning explains how a mobile approach can help airgun shooters bag more rabbits on warm evenings.
"Public bodies must act within the law"
- Ian Bell
BASC has won a High Court challenge against Natural England on its approach to the licensing of gamebird releases.
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Getting marsh-ready: your wildfowling season checklist
20 August 2026
With the wildfowling season approaching, Chris Wright explains why a little preparation now can save time, stress and money once 1 September arrives.
BASC Wildlife Fund trustees see biodiversity gains first-hand
18 August 2026
BASC Wildlife Fund trustees recently visited the Monkwood shoot in Derbyshire to see the biodiversity gains supported by a 2025 grant.