Mowing Madness: Challenging the No Mow May Movement

I feel it is time to speak out about the virtue signally No Mow May movement, that reflects my broader concerns about society and conservation.

The Silent Impact of Disturbance on Ground Nesting Birds

Disturbance is often talked about but has not really been researched. Where is the fine line between allowing people to roam the moorlands and managing disturbance of our red and amber listed birds.

Empowering Women in Fieldsports: Join WWWF Membership Today

Women Who Work in Fieldsports launched its new membership on April 24th, 2024\. Women Who Work in Fieldsports (WWWF) was created to establish a strong female network of women working within the fieldsport sectors.

Grouse - a poor season ahead?

Firthy reflects on the recent history of moor management - specifically how the keepers are at the centre of everything, work all hours yet bear the brunt when there is little or no shooting through no fault of their own

Hunting the sea wolf

Lure fishing for bass is heart-thumpingly exciting but you need the right tackle and fieldcraft, as I discovered - eventually...

The One Word The Countryside Should Stop Using Forever

A modest proposal for removing one word from the rural dictionary forever

Cricket Legends Unite for the Country Food Trust's Inaugural Match

Shooting, cricket and food poverty might seem to fall into very different categories but when you bring them all together great things happen.

The weather is warming and the Honeybees are swarming

What is a swarm? Why do they do it? What can you do if you find one? Find out in my debut article here on Scribehound

From Sheep Clippings to Silent Hills: A Rewilding Story

A trip to the north of Sutherland sees the results of many millions of pounds of investment in a new landscape.

Preserving Countryside Access: The World of Green Laning

Much maligned, and often misunderstood, green laning enthusiasts support keeping our ancient rights of way open for all to enjoy.

Unlocking the Potential of Agroforestry on Your Land

These days farms are under increasing pressure not just financially, but also to look after the environment. I am a keen supporter of Agroforestry and this article is based on my own experience.

Lead-Free Game: Embracing Change for a Sustainable Future

Another article on how we are shooting ourselves in the foot by being so slow to transition to lead-free alternatives.