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Hen harriers able to thrive on keepered moorland
An important study undertaken by the GWCT and RSPB shows that nesting attempts are more successful on managed grouse moors
The art of the ambush
Be it duck or pigeon, learning to use a hide is vital, says Tom Payne
Gamekeeper
The sight of the first grey partridge chicks of the season begins a circle of life – and a journey every bit as perilous as that of the salmon
The need for tweed
The signature material for fieldsport fatigues is now an internationally recognised brand. Patrick Laurie looks back at the origins of tweed
Country Diary
Far from being the problem, modern game management could well be the solution as we look to safeguard England’s important natural sites
Ants for the English
We don’t often think of ants as being vitally important but when they disappeared in 1970, the partridges went with them, writes Tower-Bird
EU Lead Ban Looms 100m From Wetlands
Confusion over whether legislation that would further restrict the use of lead shot in the European Economic Area would affect UK shooters
The problem: Breeding ground rules
“I am considering breeding from my young labrador bitch but have to confess to being overwhelmed by all the advice I am getting. Any thoughts?”
Time well spent
Peter Theobald says that experience has taught him that intelligence gathering will enhance your chances of success with pigeon
The long and short of it
Robert Morgan looks at the differing fashions in barrel length
Out and about
Jon Snowdon was delighted to hit the trail again following the easing of lockdown restrictions and curious to see what Lotte made of it
Pyjama drama!
It ain’t what you do, it’s the way that you do it, says Robin Scott of his lockdown adventures
These boots were made for working
Adam Cope reviews the Ariat Burford insulated zip boots
Standing trial
Does a dog need to be field-trial perfect? Nick Ridley just wants to have fun
Expanding the empire
Tom Sykes and his partner, Charlie Wearden, managed to secure new ground, which has proved fruitful after a false start
Garden party
Ed Cook looks at some measures to take if you find some unwelcome guests on your property
A break with tradition
Tony Bracci extols the virtues of fixed-barrelled guns and their benefits when it comes to pigeons and wildfowl
Free Upgrade For All!
Phil Hardman shares advice that could raise every hunter’s game
Puppy love?
They’d steal pies and pilfer underpants, but Richard Negus looks back at his days of puppy walking with unexpected fondness
The good life
Six large pigs become the latest chapter in a year-long attempt not to buy meat
Wildfowlers face worrying future in sport's heartland
Clubs on the Morecambe Bay and Humber Estuary fight existential threat after Natural England refuses to renew crucial consents
The mighty stags of the English lowlands
Size isn’t everything but if you’re after a big red stag this season the Highlands aren’t the place to go looking says Patrick Laurie
Mercedes-Benz G-Class £94,000
It may be the glitzy 4x4 choice of oligarchs and footballers, but Ed Coles relishes the opportunity to put Stuttgart’s old stager to the test off-road
Lough Currane flyfishing
You couldn’t wish for a more idyllic experience than fly fishing on a wild Irish lough. But beneath the still waters, all is not well
Be brave: go exotic
David Tomlinson suggests some unusual gundog breeds for the adventurous Gun who fancies something a little bit different
Finding order in the chaos
As lockdown eases, Megan Rowland gets back out on the hill to be greeted by a thriving world, and a happy, unexpected sight
Back to basics
In a bid to boost his shoot-to-kill ratios, Simon Garnham goes back to school to reacquaint himself with the basic principles of shooting
Anti-shooting outfit wins judicial review
Wild Justice will get its day in court this October, causing concern for rural communities already struggling in the wake of the lockdown
Trappings of success in rat-catching quest
Designing and making your own rat traps can be a puzzling game of ‘cat and mouse’, but Soldier Palmer relishes the lockdown challenge
The cherry plum on top
These early-blooming edibles are a surprisingly common find and are delicious on their own or in a cherry vodka, notes John Wright