The NOB's Guide

£12.50 r.r.p. £16.95

by Veronica Heath.

This book will be ready at the CLA so as an introduction offer we are pleased to offer it at £14 pre paid to be picked up at the CLA.

Working in association with The National Organisation of Beaters and Pickers Up (NOB’s), the author has totally revised and updated this essential guide to assist with the initiation and management of successful beating and ‘picking up’ in the field. 

The NOB’s Guide to Beating and Picking Up gives advice on choosing a suitable dog, the options available for training and the different environments the dog may have to work on, such as grouse moors, pheasant shoots and rough shoots and also gives guidance on working several dogs. 

There is something for all levels of experience in this informative book - both newcomers to the sport and more seasoned participants will be able to hone and develop their skills and check to ensure they are utilising effective and correct beating and picking up techniques.

This invaluable guide also explores the relationship between beaters, pickers-up and Guns as well as giving a useful insight into what shoot managers actually expect from their beaters and pickers-up.

Veronica Heath owned her first gundog, a Springer Spaniel, over thirty years ago and has been picking up at pheasant shoots and grouse moors every season since then. She currently works two Labradors. She has been Country Diarist for the Northumberland region for The Guardian for many years and is also the author of numerous books and articles on horses, dogs and related fieldsports.