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Embark on thrilling adventures with Fieldsports Journal’s big game page, your ultimate resource for pursuing the world’s most majestic and challenging quarry.

From African safaris to North American wilderness expeditions, we bring you expert insights, destination guides and equipment reviews tailored for the discerning big game shooter.

Our in-depth articles cover ethical hunting practices, conservation efforts, and the rich traditions surrounding these awe-inspiring pursuits.

Whether you’re planning your next expedition or simply dreaming of far-flung hunting grounds, our big game section offers inspiration and practical advice for every enthusiast.

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Latest articles
  • Big game

    Muntjac in focus

    Swapping the Scottish Highlands for the south of England, Sam Thompson joins Rob Minty to learn more about the UK’s smallest deer species and its management.

    By Fieldsports Journal
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    Unacceptably ethical

    Trophy hunting is often completely misunderstood. The greatest threat to Africa’s wildlife isn’t hunting – it’s ignorance.

    By Fieldsports Journal
  • Big game

    Hunting with goshawks

    The speed, the beauty, the deadly demeanour – a day out hawking leaves Will Pocklington in awe of one of nature's most formidable predators.

    By Fieldsports Journal
  • Big game

    Falconry on horseback

    A day out with the Dartmoor Falcons proves that a crow doesn’t necessarily travel in that proverbial straight line.

    By Fieldsports Journal
  • Big game

    Eerie hunting tales

    A few chilling accounts of weird and inexplicable events that have occurred in the hunting field.

    By Fieldsports Journal
  • Big game

    Introducing children to hunting

    Hunting, whether on a pony or on foot, provides children with so much more than fresh air and exercise.

    By Fieldsports Journal
  • Big game

    The unsuccessful hunt

    In hunting, the outcome doesn’t determine the substance of the experience, it is just one detail of it, says Lady Katie Percy, as she reflects on her own experiences and considers the myriad other f...

    By Fieldsports Journal
  • Big game

    Purdey’s new bolt-action rifle

    James Purdy & Sons’ latest bolt-action rifle combines classic good looks and world-class craftsmanship with astonishing performance.

    By Fieldsports Journal
  • Big game

    The perfect deer rifle

    President of Hornady Ammunition, Steve Hornady, shares his views on the perfect all-round calibre for deer stalking in the UK.

    By Fieldsports Journal
  • Big game

    Himalayan tahr hunting

    In search of true adventure, treading where few have been before, Simon K. Barr battles with a merciless lack of oxygen and the unforgiving terrain of the Himalayas in pursuit of one of the highest-li...

    By Fieldsports Journal
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