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A brief flash of brilliant blue

Tiny it may be but most anglers would agree that the strikingly colored kingfisher is worth a king’s ransom for barely a glimpse

Spring For A Bargain

Cockers are one of the most popular gundog breeds but the springer has its virtues and is a most effective hunter, says David Tomlinson

Upland Keeper

Civil servants need only to be indifferent to matters such as licences to have a potentially damaging effect on our protected bird numbers

Making It Look Easy

Nothing beats the real thing and, with Keepa and Sika ready for the next level, it’s time to test them alongside the Guns, says Ellena Swift

Taking The Piseog

First there was the engine trouble with the boat, then his shooting skills failed completely; Barry Stoffell wonders if he has been cursed

Instinctive Shooting Sometimes Stinks!

Why is it that one day we can shoot marvellously but the next day we can’t hit a thing — could it be due to ageing?

Ten Untold Treasures

A decade has now passed since he established his miniature estate and Richard Hardy celebrates by trying to bag 10 species in 10 hours

Deerhunter Pro Gamekeeper Jacket

In an exclusive review, Liam Bell field tests the latest version of Deerhunter’s Pro Gamekeeper jacket to see if it lives up to the hype

The Best Four By Four

Eight Guns get to experience four superb drives on four of the finest shoots in Devon — and conservation will benefit, says Chris Warren

Country Diary

As charities such as the RSPB become more politicised, the way you vote in the election could give them more say over our lives than ever

A Reward In Itself

Patrick Galbraith heads across the Irish Sea to a Purdey awardwinning shoot and finds some fine pheasants in torrential weather

Off The Leash

Nick Ridley enjoyed letting four of his gundog training charges show what they could do on an informal walked-up day

Wild At Heart

Philip Reynolds profiles Ben Carter, whose job is everything associated with the great outdoors

What's Sauce For The Goose...

Tom Sykes looks at how his decoys have evolved over the years and why Sillosocks have become his new favourite design

Cool Runnings

Britain’s leading all-round angler loves taking on challenges at all kinds of venues. Read his triumphs and disasters, warts ‘n’ all, exclusively in AM.

What Was It All About, Dear Alfie?

Jon Snowdon mourns his beloved and mischievous canine companion of the past 11 eventful years

The Forgotten Stickleback

The natural history photographer has filmed all 53 UK freshwater fish species, and this week he reveals how he captured a mini predator.

That'll Be The Day

Peter Theobald says local field knowledge is essential to make inroads into a troublesome pigeon population

Deadly Deadbaits

The fishery scientist is passionate about predators, having caught pike to 34 lb 8 oz, perch to 5 lb 1 oz, zander to 18 lb 8 oz and eels to 7 lb 2 oz.

In The Field

Sporting Gun reviews trousers, boots, a knife sharpener and a book on the law

An Addiction To River Pike

South Coast taxi driver Nathan Edgell is addicted to pike fishing at this time of year, especially when it comes to targeting wild river predators that have slipped under the radar. Preferring to fish short sessions, the Fladen-sponsored piker has developed a tactic that has helped him to bank more fish. Here’s how.

All The Trappings

Tony Bracci guides you through the fundamentals of the clay shooting discipline of trap

Catch A Big River Roach

You’ll always learn loads and be inspired by this vastly experienced traditional angler, who also relishes exploring the latest coarse techniques… with help from his friends.

Adventures Of Nick & Ted

Ted lived up to his star billing when Nick Ridley volunteered him for a skills demonstration

Blankety Blank

Long-time pals Billy Flowers and Jamie Londors are two of the World’s most consistent carp catchers. The two England Carp Team members share their sessions and insight in Angler’s Mail.

Wicked Wafters

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.

Tikka T3X Cerakote

Its tough green finish makes a nice change from stainless steel and protects this neat little rifle from damage in the field, says Bruce Potts

Distinction Rebellion

Richard Negus visits one of London’s most glitzy postcodes to eat at a restaurant that’s wholly committed to the concept of hunter-gathering

The Stuff of Dreams

A November mixed day has it all, from testing conditions to sporting birds, good company and a peerless breakfast, says Simon Garnham

Dogs That Pick — And Choose

Out-of-control peg dogs on a shoot are bad news for all concerned. If your dog is not up to the job, leave it at home, urges Ellena Swift