We need to talk about trees

Complex problems rarely have simple answers. Trees are wonderful vegetables, but the simplistic notion that simply planting any tree, anywhere, must help with the climate crisis is both crass and dangerous.

Trail hunting banned and two hounds only for now in Scotland

The Hunting with Dogs Bill (Scotland) is a deeply and cynically unethical law that actually worsens animal welfare

The Battle for Yew Tree Farm: urban expansion vs rural tradition

Catherine Withers, a farmer in Bristol for generations, fights to save Yew Tree Farm amid urban expansion and a cemetery proposal. The struggle reflects a national shift from rural to urban living over the past century...

Fieldsports Britain – old boys, new kit

Two old men are getting to grips with modern thermal this week. Robert Bucknell and Nigel Fulton have the latest from HIKMicro to try out on deer.

The crap shot’s guide to driven grouse

They're the hardest birds to shoot, and the most embarrassing to miss. Here's how to avoid humiliation this season...

Animal Welfare: Am I a Selfish Bitch?

Where do you sit on 'The Spectrum of Perception?' And what a run-in with a van driver says about the judgemental society we live in.

Our history in the peat

In our modern urban biased world we have lost much of our connection with natural landscapes. In contrast those of us who hunt continue the enriching and special connection with the land started by our ancient ancestors.

Rights and lefts: the ultimate shooting pleasure

Our guns were made to shoot two birds and when we achieve that, it’s the height of sporting satisfaction

"So... erm... do you work your dogs?"

You've invested a lot of time and money in your gundog training, but when you don't have a little black book of existing contacts to call upon, how do you secure your first day in the field?

Game is dead. Long live Wild Food!

Public attitudes towards game meat are deeply rooted. If we want to change them, it needs a fresh approach and new language

The evolution of an angler

How catching salmon fry with a plastic bottle laid the foundations for a lifelong love affair with the art of fly fishing

I thought shooting was doomed

There have been occasions when I have genuinely considered giving up shooting for good. But I'm glad to say that my faith has been restored.