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I’ve asked for three permissions and got two of them on the first time of asking. Interestingly it was my own cousin who denied me permission to shoot on his farm. It helps that I’m a rural lad and understand the code of the countryside (and I don’t just mean bag it and bin it). Being courteous and accepting of any outcome will go a long way. If you don’t have any luck with the initial query, ask if they know of any other places locally who might be interested. A “no” doesn’t necessarily mean you won’t get at least something out of it.
Hi Richard. Very good video. The farmer that I asked permission to shoot on was impressed by the fact that I had insurance. When I said that when I shoot I am aware of what is behind the target so as not to damage livestock or property he could see that I was a responsible pest controller. Hope this helps anyone get there first permission.
Thanks Richard for a very useful and informative video, I'm sure this will help many people to get their first permission, I too struggled to get my first perm about 20 years ago and now I have six, I'm 67 and I still visit them all occasionally, and a box of chocolates on Christmas Eve. Well done Richard 👍👍👍 regards Alun.
Great advice ! Brilliant ! you put it across so well 👍 the people you are approaching don't need your help because they can do it themselves, but if you do it right then they might let you do that job for them Sound advice for people wanting a to be serious about pest control 👍👍👍
Complete a lantra certified pest control course as well as certs of ins , references from existing perms, know what you're talking about , be truthful in responses and what particular pests they are suffering from health and safety issues rights of way etc .
Great advice. Took me a long time to get a few permissions. Once I got 1 I seemed to get more. Farmers have there own network. And I gained the trust of 1 and word spread from there.
Thanks, and I know what you mean. It helps when you can provide an existing landowner as a reference, especially when the landowning community is often quite small and they all know of eachother.
Great advice Richard.Especially the bit about not turning up in your camo.It is hard to gain landowners trust,even if you know them beforehand.But well worth it when you do.As long as you respect the landowners wishes it’s fine👍🏻 Atb😀
Hi Richard, just subbed to your channel. Slightly off topic, could you tell me where I would stand legally to shoot paper targets and plink in abandoned quarries? Is there any risk of fines for tresspassing or gun confiscation etc?
Thanks for the sub. I'd say you need permission to shoot on any land that isn't your own (or on a range). The danger otherwise is that you can be prosecuted for armed trespass, which I believe is an automatic prison term (at least in the UK). You can shoot in your garden as long as you ensure pellets stay within your own boundary.
Great information 👍 I was very lucky for the farmer's grandson to ask for help pest controlling. Another thing, I gave them the car make, model and registration as they have trouble with certain people nearby leaving cars on their private lanes. (That's another story) I've the contact details of others the have permission and have spent time with them. They have kindly given me some good info on flightlines etc. Like you said, it's good to be polite as it will open up other doors 👍
Hi Richard A very good video buddy, lots of useful information and ways of approach and attitude Thanks for sharing Richard Take care, stay safe and keep it lit.👍 my friend
This is a fantastic video and anyone who’s interested in doing pest control on somebody else’s property should watch. The only thing I would add is that every time I’ve shown up on a farm to shoot for the first time, and sometimes when I meet the farmer for the first time in person, I’ve been asked to make a shot. I always liken it to a tryout. Maybe that’s just a United States thing, but make sure you’re gear is set up and ready to go and that you’re up to the task of taking a shot under pressure.
Thanks Rich, a very comprehensive and thorough run down of the approach to take when/if we want to look for our own permission. Saw that you were checking your own prompt notes :-) perhaps that's something to share on Discord? Excellent presentation as always.
This is the best information I have found out there so far , most people talk about just knocking on the farmers door. This is a much more respectful approach and has given me alot of information before is start my permission hunt.
I've been trying to get a permission for years with no luck . I suppose if you don't know the person asking you would be a bit unsure about letting them on your land with a gun👍
Thanks for the advice. I'm still at the stage where I have no permissions but I've listened to what you've had to say and noted down key points . Thanks again .
Hi i have been trying to get a permission since 2019 and i have not had much luck. i have also tried letters with a return envelope and with a stamp, i have had replies But all have said No and this was the ones i got back. Getting permission is even hard for shooters that are disabled .👍
I hear you Edgar. It's not at all easy. Keep going though, I'm sure one day your luck will change. Have you tried asking friends and family if they know of anyone who has some land? That's often the easiest route...Good luck.
@@airgunextra I am the main shooter in the friends and family route so they do come to me , and the area i am in does not have too many farms and all the ones round here are taken . so i am going far a field as I don't mind travelling . But i will keep at it.👍
Richard, Have you found it easier ( or do you think it would be ) to get permission to use a small open area just to TARGET SHOOT only ? And, do you still need to have Insurance to TARGET SHOOT on someones land ? Many thanks. Jim.
Hi Jim. To be honest, I've only ever sought hunting permissions. I'd expect the approach is broadly the same. The tough thing though is that you're not offering the landowner anything in return by dealing with pests. Perhaps invite the landowner to join you for a few sessions, even better if they have kids who might like to shoot under adult supervision. With regards to insurance, I'm pretty sure its not a formal requirement, even for hunting, but I think it conveys a sense of responsibility and accidents can happen when target shooting as well, so I'd say its still a good idea. It really comes down to the point I was trying to make about thinking through the natural barriers and defenses that landowners will instinctively put up and trying to overcome them in advance. Are you a member of a club? Good luck.
@@airgunextra Yes, Iv'e just joined a very good Air Rifle Club in Somerset, having come back to Air Rifles after a 35 year break !! Still have my Mark 2 (1977 ) BSA Mercury .22, which is still registering about 10.4 ft/Ilbs. Iv'e just invested in an Air Arms TX200 in .177, to mostly undertake Target Work, you see. Very much enjoy your videos. Many thanks, Jim.
@@airgunextra let's hope so Richard there are some fantastic shooters out there I no of one or two people out there who Trying to get there foot in the door
