Paulw3012 Posted May 27, 2017 Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 Hi there. I'm hoping some of you can point me in the right direction as I just want confirmation that what I've learnt is true. Im employed at a school in the country and they've approached me to rid them of crows as its over run. I have a shotgun licence plus gun and liability insurance,am I right in thinking that all I require is a letter from them granting permission? Additionally am I free to shoot the crows or is there some sort of protection or law regarding this? I would appreciated any feedback. Many thanks Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E.w. Posted May 27, 2017 Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 Whilst shooting crows at the school, if I where you I'd need a letter of consent, as your local education authorities might just have a different view, if you go ahead I would also make sure the local police station is informed bearing in mind it's a school you will be shooting at. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShootingEgg Posted May 27, 2017 Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 As E.W Says, get written consent and keep it on you when there, also notify your firearms dept. By email and with response from them okaying it would be benifitial to you, again have that printed out and on you. I would expect you to get challenged by some people and potentially calls to the police saying armed person on school grounds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulw3012 Posted May 27, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 OK many thanks for your advice.I will certainly be informing the local police and wouldn't even begin until I have hard forms of proof of consent. Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesj Posted May 27, 2017 Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 Also make sure you are sticking to the rules of the general license! and that may not be easy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonk Posted May 27, 2017 Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 Worth checking your insurance covers you too, you will be operating where you are employed so check small print. Can you take them with air rifle? Less noise so less attention drawn? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mossy835 Posted May 27, 2017 Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 me i would leave it along, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walker570 Posted May 27, 2017 Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 Yes, I was about to suggest maybe baiting them into a suitable quiet spot. Set up a good hide or purchase pop up blind (see teepee at Buscraft)and then use an air rifle with silencer, no bangs to annoy residents. Doubtful anyone will have a clue your there other than the school staff and STILL local police just in case they do get a call. Pity your a long way away or you could borrow my TeePee for a morning. That is another point. It is light now very early. Crows unlike pigeons usually move as soon as it starts to get light. so a good time to ambush them, get set up whilst it is still dark. NOW, you must understand, you must not enjoy yourself whilst doing it. :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruno22rf Posted May 27, 2017 Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 As far as I am aware Guns on local Authority Education facilities are about as welcome as a snake in a Lucky Dip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulw3012 Posted May 27, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 I'm beginning to wonder if it would be more suitable to use an air rifle with silencer but have no idea plus budget isn't large. Does anyone know of a suitable rifle at a budget price ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulw3012 Posted May 27, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 Fortunately its a private school so not answerable to local education authority. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walker570 Posted May 27, 2017 Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 Well, I'm no expert but purchased a TX200 for £300 like brand new and it is awesome. How deep are your pockets? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulw3012 Posted May 27, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 Sadly not too deep I'm afraid as I would only be using it a couple of times a year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walker570 Posted May 27, 2017 Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 (edited) Fortunately its a private school so not answerable to local education authority. More reason to do the deed very early morning whilst everyone is still in dream land. I have done some vermin control in some very interesting places from ponds in public parks in broad daylight for the RSPCA local officer, to the playing field of a major football team. Planning, paperwork, correct tool for the job and common sense and as said 'keenie meenie' approach and no one is the wiser. Edited May 27, 2017 by Walker570 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walker570 Posted May 27, 2017 Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 Sadly not too deep I'm afraid as I would only be using it a couple of times a year.Then my suggestion of baiting in close to a good camoed hide will mean you don't need a super dooper all singing all dancing air rifle. As long as it shoots accurately and has the penetration necessary at the yardage ... job done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulw3012 Posted May 27, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 Cheers for that. It gives me something to think about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old'un Posted May 27, 2017 Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 Could you not ask on PW for someone near you with an air rifle to accompany you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulw3012 Posted May 27, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 That seems a good idea.I will try that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old'un Posted May 27, 2017 Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 Can I just add, ask for someone with some experience and knowledge on decoying blacks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snow white Posted May 27, 2017 Report Share Posted May 27, 2017 Thought baiting is banded under general license. I know nobody would be about early morning but it only takes somebody that knows the law and you could be in trouble. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hendrix's rifle Posted May 28, 2017 Report Share Posted May 28, 2017 Thought baiting is banded under general license. I know nobody would be about early morning but it only takes somebody that knows the law and you could be in trouble. Your just feeding the local wildlife but they decided to eat it.... 🙄 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snow white Posted May 28, 2017 Report Share Posted May 28, 2017 Yes when you are set up in a hide ho sorry you are a twicher bird watching though the scope of a air rifle sorry me lord could not afford binos thought rifle scope on a bsa super 10 be ok. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluebarrels Posted May 29, 2017 Report Share Posted May 29, 2017 (edited) Ladder trap in a discreet location,then pop back out of school hours for the despatch Search ladder trap on here for build info etc,not too costly and can be used yearly,plus the big bonus is it still works when your not around, win win they can be very effective. Remember to leave one bird alive as a call bird,and make sure it has food and water,and you check the trap frequently. Edited May 29, 2017 by Bluebarrels Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lloydi73 Posted May 30, 2017 Report Share Posted May 30, 2017 (edited) I had a similar problem as you, shooting rooks near farm houses. I purchased a Hushpower 12g. Have you considered a hushpower with subsonic cartridges? That way you get a 12g, 20g or 4.10 semi shotgun as they hold 3 cartridges (they come in all those gages) with the quietness of a .22LR or air rifle....They are £550 brand new but look on gun trader or other sites and you can pick a good second hand one for £200 which is cheaper than an air rifle with all the attachments?!? I don't live too far away from you, if you want me to pop over with it and you have ago with it and see for yourself. I'm Abingdon way..... Hope this helps ATB Lloydi Edited May 30, 2017 by lloydi73 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 31, 2017 Report Share Posted May 31, 2017 As far as I am aware Guns on local Authority Education facilities are about as welcome as a snake in a Lucky Dip. +1 good one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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