Sporting Shooter

Sweating The Small Stuff

OK I admit it. I like to hunt big game as much as anyone. The absolute thrill of successfully outsmarting and decking a big stag or buck is intense and undeniable. Usually, though, the chance to hunt big game also requires the expense of substantial amounts of time, money and effort.Consequently, many of us manage to get out hunting big game on only a handful of occasions each year…if that.

Thankfully, there are other ways to get your hunting fix: Australia is blessed with a wide variety of small game. Species such as rabbits, foxes, ducks, geese, quail, hares, feral cats and pest birds provide virtually unlimited opportunities for enjoyable and productive hunting all around the country…and there are some very good reasons to take

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