DoubleTap Posted July 21, 2013 Report Share Posted July 21, 2013 I'm 16, turning 17 soon, and I was wondering if it is legal for me to go and shoot some pigeons on my own, on land where I have shot most of my life, however always accompanied by an adult. There's quite a few pigeons dropping in on the farmers standing winter barley, however due to tomorrow being a weekday, my dad (who usually supervises me) cannot shoot due to work. So I was wondering if I would be able to get dropped off at the field, and set up for the day myself, and shoot on my own, without breaking any laws. I've searced the BASC site and other sites but cannot find a straight up answer with regards to the legal age that I have to be before I can shoot on my own without any problems. Once again, I am 16 years old. It will be much appreciated if anyone could help me out. Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shooting2 Posted July 21, 2013 Report Share Posted July 21, 2013 Hi mate, I also would like to know the outcome of this as I'm in the same position as you, the farmer I've shot for for the last three years says I'll be fine on my own but I've always waited for some one else to come with me as it seems a bit of a grey area and it's not worth the risk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markbivvy Posted July 21, 2013 Report Share Posted July 21, 2013 http://www.kwacs.org.uk/Youngshotlaw.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoubleTap Posted July 21, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 21, 2013 Cheers guys, so it looks like I'm alright. Guess I will be able to go after all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shooting2 Posted July 21, 2013 Report Share Posted July 21, 2013 Yeah think I might have a go tomorrow afternoon, let us know how you get on ATB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoubleTap Posted July 22, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2013 Yh I'll let you know how I get on, good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinchesterDave Posted August 1, 2013 Report Share Posted August 1, 2013 18 now, but used to shoot land i had permission on by my self from 16-17:) you'll be fine guys! Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcooke25552 Posted August 2, 2013 Report Share Posted August 2, 2013 I know it's late but 15 for shotgun unsupervised just to clarify Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
demonwolf444 Posted August 4, 2013 Report Share Posted August 4, 2013 As above - was in this position a few years ago, its 15, enjoy your self! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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