tim.callaghan

Thanks for the prompt replies guys, I can see this being a useful forum. I think from what I've been reading tonight, I've got a good jist on the law front, and how I'm going to get back into hunting ligit. First off, I'm gonna join a local plinking (target :blink:) club. I'm spoilt for choice, as I've got 2 clubs literally 2 miles from me. Appleton gun club http://www.appletonrc.co.uk/, or Warrington http://warrington-rifles.8m.com/ . Both should be good sources of information locally, and a good place to get some practice in. Second, I'm gonna join the BASC. It seems a good deal, and they may have good information available to use. Third, I'm gonna join the Total Pest Control www.total-pestcontrol.co.uk and see if anything comes of that, plus might be able to meet other local people with similar interests. Fourth, get a list together of local farms, and throw out a well articulated mail to all of them. There's hundreds of farms around here, so maybe one will express some interest. Also, maybe some local sports clubs with cricket grounds etc, cos bunnies can be a ****** on there. What do you think of my suggestions fellah? Is it a good way to go about it? Cheers again, I hope to be a worthwile contributor in time Tim.

Hi, My 1st post, so please go gentle on me. I've been shooting since I was little (well - about 14yrs old). I first started on an old BSA along time ago. I shot all the way up to being about 20yrs old (currently 25), and have had a bit of a break for the past 5 years :blink: When we used to go shooting, we used had little regard to the law, ie didn't know it. But were responsible, appreciated nature and kept it all very low key. We had a few favourite spots that were right out of the way, and we could go hunting for rabbits, squirrels, pigeons etc without being bothered. Now I'm a touch older, with a mortgage and many responsibilities, I don't want to blunder into any situations that could put my lifestyle at risk. I want to make sure I do everything by the by, and not get into any trouble. So my questions. What are the current restrictions on shooting outdoors? I have a Webley Eclipse air rifle that is rated under the 12flb limit. Are public places a no-go, like parks, footpaths? Obviously I'm aware I shouldn't venture in to private property, as this would condstitute tresspassing. What's all this FAC stuff - I understand it is a firearms certificate, but do I need one, and what benefits would I have, having one? Some general pointers lads would be much appreciated. Tim PS - I live in the Warrington area, so if you know of any sweet spots I'd love to hear from yer.