Shooting Times & Country - June 14, 2023

In this issue

Chasing accuracy with copper
Will Pocklington hits the rifle range to see how his non-lead loads perform.

The original deer rifles
A look back at the history of the stalking rifle through the centuries..

Scottish deer cull targets are 'nonsense', say stalkers

A long-standing intention by the Scottish government to implement a limit of 10 red deer per square kilometre across parts of Scotland has come under fire from estate managers and stalkers

1 min

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

Rural mental health support 'never been more needed'

Rural mental health across England is an area of “considerable concern”, according to a report by the cross-party Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee

1 min

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

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

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 mins

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 mins

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 mins

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 mins

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 mins

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 mins

A sporting life in Africa

A chance meeting with a former soldier reveals a famed tale of bravery and deceit

3 mins

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 mins

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 mins

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 mins

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 mins

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 mins

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 mins

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 mins

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 mins

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Shooting Times & Country Magazine Description:

Since its launch in 1882, Shooting Times & Country Magazine has been at the forefront of the shooting scene. The magazine is the clear first choice for shooting sportsmen, with editorial covering all disciplines, including gameshooting, rough shooting, pigeon shooting, wildfowling and deer stalking. Additionally the magazine has a strong focus on the training and use of gundogs in the field and, because it is a weekly publication, the magazine keeps readers firmly up-to-date with the latest news in their world.