I began my day at the foot of the mountain accompanied by a Lurcher and a Teckel. I had a small bag over my shoulder with a flask inside and a shotgun with me. This was the third or fourth day I had did this since October and while not in the habit of mixing…
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2020 is gone! Happy New Year. I do not think many of us, least of all the country sports community will be sad to see the end of a frustrating year to say the least. It seemed shooting sports in particular were on and off like a light switch and there were at times…
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For me there can be little more satisfying than a good nights netting, even should that night only amount to one mere rabbit in the bag, or even none! It matters little because getting out and dropping a few nets regardless of the bag is most important. I have enjoyed some nights that we…
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November saw the celebration of 2 notable days for the country sports fraternity, the first being St Huberts Day on 3rd November & secondly World Falconry Day on 16th November. The eldest son of Bertrans, the Duke of Aquitaine, Hubert was born in 638 AD. A prince of the House of Aquitaine in France, when…
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My new German puppy “Remy” arrived safe and well on Sunday past. He bound from a large van with his tail wagging and looking no worse for wear after his three-day journey. My daughter had blown up balloons and bought “Doggy” cupcakes to welcome him to Ireland and the pair spent the afternoon becoming acquainted.…
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