As we embark on the new season, many of us are having to adjust the way we shoot to suit the opportunities available to us.

For some that will mean a smaller bag, for others it will be walked-up rather than driven, and some will not be able to go game shooting at all.

Last week I was told that there was to be a limit on the number of beaters on a shoot I beat for because of the safety restrictions due to COVID-19. As a result, it looks as if

I won’t be beating much this season; but at least I have a couple of walkedup days booked.

This month I am writing about a driven shoot I attended earlier in the year, which has been cancelled for this season because too many of the regulars were vulnerable. It is a brilliant shoot and great value for money. All being well it will be back on next year, so check out my article on page 22 and start looking forward to next season.

This year has been blighted by COVID-19 but when it comes to shooting let’s try to be grateful for what we have, rather than be sad about what we have lost.