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Welcome to the BASC podcast (The British Association for Shooting and Conservation). Each episode includes the latest news, views and content relating to the shooting world. With expert analysis of shooting-related affairs to first-class interviews, the BASC podcast is a one-shop stop for information and advice.

  1. 1 jun

    EP 72: The Off-Season - The year round reality

    What really happens once the shooting season comes to an end?  In this episode we explore the work, planning and countryside management that continues long after the final day in the field. Guests include BASC's deputy director of shooting and operations, Terry Behan and Paul Childerley from Childerley Sporting, who discuss the realities of the off-season, from habitat conservation and shoot preparation, to deer management, sustainability and the growing interest in food provenance. This episode shines a light on the relentless work that keeps the countryside moving long after the shooting stops.

    31 min

  2. 1 may

    EP 71: The Stalking Show - Inside deer management

    Recorded at The Stalking Show, this episode features BASC’s chief executive, Ian Bell, discussing DEFRA’s England Deer Impact Policy Statement. While there is broad support for improving deer management, Ian raises concerns about potential barriers, particularly around proposed mandatory training. We also explore the future of deer management, including BASC’s new flexible DSC1 online course designed to widen access to training, and the urgent need to bring through the next generation, as the average age of deer stalkers continues to rise.

    33 min

  3. 1 abr

    EP 70: Competitive clay shooting - Inside the sport

    What does it take to go from good...to Olympic champion? In this episode of the BASC Podcast, we explore the world of competitive clay shooting, from grassroots participation to the Olympic stage. Nathan Hales relives his gold medal winning performance at Paris 2024 and the focus required to deliver under pressure. Leading down-the-line shooter Sarah Milroy shares how she found the sport and what keeps her striving to improve. We also hear from BASC’s engagement manager for Wales, David Boden, on how more people are discovering clay shooting and what’s being done to make the sport more accessible than ever.

    39 min

  4. 1 mar

    EP 69: Planning the path to plate

    For shoots nationwide, the end of the season marks the start of some of the most crucial planning. This episode explores the journey of wild game from the field to the table and the decisions that need to be made now to ensure a smooth season ahead. We explore the practical considerations of where your game will go, how it’s processed and the infrastructure, compliance and forward planning needed to make it all work.  Whether you’re thinking about expanding distribution, connecting more with your local community, or taking greater control of where your game ends up, now is the time to plan. We’ll also highlight how excellence across the entire supply chain is celebrated through the Eat Game Awards, which showcase the people and businesses championing British wild game.  The Wild Game Guide

    30 min

  5. 1 feb

    EP 68: Gun Care 101 - From Field to Cabinet

    This episode is your end of season reset. We’re talking gun care, why it matters, what’s often overlooked and how a bit of attention now can protect your shotgun or rifle for years to come.  Whether your gun’s been out every weekend or sitting quietly in the cabinet, proper maintenance makes all the difference when next season rolls around. Our guests include... BASCs south east regional officer, Fliss Winters, highlighting how gun maintenance fits into the wider routine of a shooting day. BASC's Central regional director, Lewis Thornley, shares practical advice on maintaining the accuracy-critical areas of a rifle. Darren Hartshorne from Midcounties Blacking shares behind the scenes stories from the workshop, showing how neglect can lead to serious problems.

    32 min

  6. 1 ene

    EP 67: Wildlife and Rural Crime - Policing the countryside

    In this episode we explore the reality of crime in the countryside, from poaching and hare coursing to the theft of agricultural vehicles and machinery. We hear directly from the people dealing with these offences day in day out and find out how policing is adapting to meet the challenge. Chief Inspector Kevin Lacks-Kelly, head of the UK’s National Wildlife Crime Unit, explains how modern poaching has evolved, why hare coursing is now treated as organised crime and how new legislation is starting to deliver real results. We’re also joined by Andy Huddleston, who leads the National Rural Crime Unit, to discuss the growing threat of rural and agricultural theft and what farmers and rural workers can do to protect themselves. Plus, Tom heads out on patrol with Sergeant Paul Brady from the Rural Engagement Team at Essex Police, to see first hand how rural crime is policed on the front line. And finally, we catch up with BASC’s head of game and wildlife management, Glynn Evans, following his recent lifetime achievement award for his long standing work tackling wildlife crime. A rare behind the scenes look at the people, partnerships and policing keeping the countryside safe.

    57 min

  7. 01/12/2025

    EP 66: Inside Beating

    Step behind the scenes of a shoot day as we explore the world of beating. Beating is far more than simply walking through cover, it’s a finely tuned system where people and dogs work together to try to flush the birds towards the guns, all rooted in generations of countryside knowledge. In this episode, Tom joins the beating line to experience that rhythm firsthand. From early-morning preparation to dogs weaving through thick bramble, to the teamwork that keeps everything running smoothly, he gets a true ground-level view of what happens out in the field. All of it takes place on the Norfolk Estate in the historic Sussex Downs, the perfect setting to explore the craft, camaraderie and culture behind a successful shoot day.

    27 min

  8. 01/11/2025

    EP 65: Optics Explained - Cutting Through the Glass

    In this episode, we’re taking a closer look at the fast-moving world of optics, from binoculars and rifle scopes to thermal spotters, night-vision and drone technology. Whether you’re shooting, stalking, or surveying wildlife, understanding what those numbers, magnifications and features actually mean can make all the difference. Joining us are three guests who bring their own expert perspectives: Lewis Thornley, BASC’s central regional director, on how to choose the right optics for your needs and make the most of them in the field. Paul Hodson from HIKMICRO, sharing expert insight into the latest thermal and night-vision technology, what’s new, what’s next and how it’s reshaping fieldcraft. Ben Harrower from BH Wildlife Consultancy, who’s using drones and aerial imaging to support conservation and wildlife monitoring, revealing how new innovations could transform deer management.

    42 min
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Welcome to the BASC podcast (The British Association for Shooting and Conservation). Each episode includes the latest news, views and content relating to the shooting world. With expert analysis of shooting-related affairs to first-class interviews, the BASC podcast is a one-shop stop for information and advice.

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  • Creado por
    BASC
  • Años en activo
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodios
    73
  • Clasificación
    Apto
  • Derechos de autor
    © 2026 Media Cage
  • Sitio web del podcast
    BASC

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