Supporting the RSPB’s Call Against Wildlife Crime

The RSPB has recently renewed its call for stronger action against wildlife crime and the illegal killing of birds of prey. At Carter Outdoor Pursuits, we fully support this message and maintain a zero-tolerance approach to any unlawful persecution of raptors or other protected wildlife.

Responsible shooting in the UK depends on high standards of ethics, legality and conservation. The overwhelming majority of people involved in the sport respect birds of prey and understand the important role they play within healthy ecosystems. Illegal killing damages wildlife, harms the reputation of the countryside community and undermines the positive conservation work carried out by many estates.

Carter Outdoor Pursuits only works with shooting estates in the UK that operate within the law and demonstrate a commitment to responsible land management. We believe that quality shooting experiences should go hand in hand with protecting biodiversity and supporting thriving habitats for all species.

Game shooting and conservation are closely linked. Many estates invest significantly in woodland management, hedgerow restoration, wetland creation and habitat improvement, benefiting a wide range of wildlife beyond game species alone. Upholding strict legal and ethical standards is essential to maintaining public trust and ensuring the long-term future of the sport.

We encourage everyone involved in shooting to remain vigilant, report suspected wildlife crime through the proper channels and promote a culture of responsibility across the countryside community. By working together, the industry can continue to demonstrate that sustainable shooting and wildlife conservation are not opposing goals, but complementary ones.

At Carter Outdoor Pursuits, we are proud to champion safe, lawful and environmentally responsible sporting days across some of the finest estates in the country.

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