A MAGAZINE TOO GOOD TO MISS

Quite by accident, I followed the thread of a novice stalker who posted a genuine question asking for advice about a particular rifle. Many responded with helpful opinions and then it just degenerated, all because one person disagreed. Others chipped in and a lengthy slanging match ensued, which turned nasty. Come on people, that is out there for all to see.

I am taking one of my grandchildren stalking over the weekend. It’s his first time and he asked to come stalking with me to watch. I hope that he develops the same love of the countryside and its wildlife, and develops a love of stalking as I have, but that’s his choice. I just hope that’s a choice he actually gets to make.

Chris Dalton, Ayrshire

life even further back than that, when most of us weren’t born.

It was written by probably one of the finest writers Shooting Times has ever had and for Mr Blackman to take offence is most odd and indicative of our times. I’m surprised his letter was printed. I read this book many years ago and found it most enjoyable, so much so that I have read it more than three times.

Paul Bryan, Sussex

Congratulations and a resounding well done for continuing to fill Shooting

Times with topical and relevant articles of country matters for so many years. Like Peter Davies (21 September issue), I have renewed my subscription after a long break, during which time I purchased the occasional copy. But to have such a great read and quality of content reporting on our wonderful sport on a weekly basis is too good to miss.

David Cater, by email

Duck on the Solway, grouse in Teesdale, fowling on the Medway and a round-up of the

best torches.

‘‘The wildlife of today is not ours to dispose of as we please. We have it in trust. We must account for it to those who come after.’’ King George VI