* Complete roughshooter's guide to a responsible approach to woodcock shooting * A contemporary review of the species including the effects of climate change * The best types of gun, cartridges, and gear for the sport This beautifully illustrated book with stunning photographs is not just about shooting woodcock, it also takes a comprehensive look at the woodcock from population numbers to migration and the effects of climate change. Includes information on the essential tool for any keen woodcock shooter: the specialist Springer Spaniel. The book ends with a review of the future of woodcock, including protecting the species and the sport.