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Time to raise a glass

A flick through his game book prompts Laurence to reflect on the past decade and the days of superb sport that made it so memorable

One hundred per cent spaniel

Not everyone loves a sprocker — but evidence suggests all working cockers may have some springer blood, reveals David Tomlinson

One barrel is all you need

Using a single-barrelled shotgun focuses the mind and is the perfect firearm on a farm where con servation is key, says Simon Reinhold

It's the fun of the hunt

The final week of the season afforded D. S. Barrington Browne the chance to track down a couple of wily old cock pheasants

Getting rid of the shakes

It is too much to expect a young dog to cope with both picking-up and beating

Eco Charger Eliminator 2

The drive to switch to electric vehicles doesn’t stop when the tarmac ends — Liam Bell tests the latest model of the Eco Charger quad bike

Daylight rodentry

Mat Manning sets up his air rifle with digital optics and heads out for some round-the-clock pest control on squirrels, rats and rabbits

Cooling down a hothead

The basics of heelwork, sit and stay are essential parts of training a young gundog

A wing and a prayer

We often think of woodcock as haunting Britain’s wildest places but Tim Maddams finds some for the pot just beyond London’s suburbs

A shot of adrenalin

Woodlands, wetlands and lakes provide a superb setting for building a mixed bag on a ‘mop-up day’ in Shropshire, says Simon Garnham

Whiffle down the wind

Simon Garnham revisits his childhood stomping grounds in East Anglia 30 years on — but will it be as successful as the previous trip?

Predator watch

When it comes to controlling predators what matters is not the number killed but the impact on vulnerable species, says Mike Swan

Kennel Diary

To ensure the future of hunting we must spread the word and involve the whole countryside in our sport

In war's dark shadow

A shoot at the site of the biggest wartime bomb explosion in the UK gave a unique opportunity for Ed Wills to enjoy fantastic sport

Cocker Spaniel Championship 2020

The Cocker Spaniel Championship is one of the key events in the field trial calendar. Ellena Swift watched all the dogs in action

A piece of the action

Beaters’ day is one of the season’s highlights — a chance for those who have been doing the hard graft to have some fun, says Simon Reinhold

A farewell to arms

It’s the end of an era for keeper David Carter, retiring after 47 years. Richard Negus went along to witness his last shoot

Love Island Hunter Quits Programme

Shooter quits reality TV show as an online petition and celebrity tweets stoke up anti-hunting sentiment

Venues on the menu

Dave regularly switches between different types of venue, as he is convinced that it helps him become a better and far more versatile angler. Here is his guide on what to expect and how to tackle them.

“By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail”

In our new mini series, the physiotherapist will put you in the right frame of mind to help you achieve your angling dreams.

Search for a super stripy

They’ve done it! Robbie Northman and John Bailey have been on a long mission to catch a 4 lb perch. Robbie got there first, landing this specimen recently.

Pole position carping

The thinking carp angler offers his opinion, insight and advice every week exclusively here in Angler’s Mail. Col will help you become a wiser angler.

My best catch!

This week: Billy puts his newborn daughter on the scales after a productive winter carp session.

Huge zed after run of disasters

19 lb 4 oz monster zanderRiver boat fishing sessionSeries of calamities

Christmas stocking

The future of fishery management is a bright one, these BTEC Fish Husbandry students keen to help stock an Essex lake with carp over the Christmas holiday, including this 21 lb mirror.

Alien aquatic plants

In this final part of my special look at alien species, I have highlighted some invasive aquatic plants that have had an impact on waters, with an evaluation on the degree of threat that they pose, on a scale of one to ten, one being the lowest.

A guide's guide to guides

Canadian Jeff is a great guide, helping anglers to catch the fish of their dreams.

Making Short Work Of Specimen Chub

It takes angling guide Kenny Parsons a few hours to drive from his home, near Bath, to his favourite Wessex rivers, but it doesn’t seem to bother him, as he just loves to catch big chub on feeder and fl oat tactics, his personal best standing at 7 lb 12 oz. One of his favourite methods for this cunning species is a maggot feeder with a short hook link.

Training the trainer

Whatever sport you take part in, you need to keep training. Ellena Swift decides to get some practice in

Full team on snow patrol

It might not be everyone’s idea of perfect weather but Simon Whitehead and friends enjoy a great day out rounding up bunnies