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France revises hunting rules but stops short of Sunday ban France's government on Monday announced tighter rules against hunting under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and protection for walkers and local residents, but stopped short of a hoped-for Sunday ban. Although a weekend "no hunting day" is popular with the public, President Emmanuel Macron is wary of alienating rural voters and adding to anti-government resentment as he launches a major pension reform. Instead, junior environment minister Berangere Couillard said hunting under the influence would be banned, training and safety rules for hunters strengthened and digital systems developed to warn other countryside users away from active hunting zones. Punishments will also be upgraded, including hunters losing their licences if they are involved in a serious accident. "My goal is to aim for zero accidents," Couillard said on a Monday trip to the Loiret department south of Paris. "We want to see better safety, seven days a week," she added. Statistics show hunting accidents have been on the decline in France over the past 20 years. But cases of injury or even death from stray bullets remain highly emotive and are often widely covered by the media. Some 90 accidents were recorded during the 2021-22 hunting season, eight of them fatal, according to the OFB biodiversity authority, which manages the sport. Just this weekend, an 84-year-old hunter in Corsica accidentally shot himself dead as he was stowing his gun in his car. Almost 80 percent of the French public favour a hunting ban on Sundays, polling firm IFOP found in December. The government had not ruled out such a move but sources within the executive told AFP last week that "nothing in the statistics points to Sunday being a more accident-prone day than any other". Meanwhile Willy Schraen, the head of the influential FNC hunting lobby, said last week he couldn't imagine hunting-free Sundays "for a single second". He has claimed there would be uproar in rural areas if there were a ban. "We have to share access to nature," the leader of the Greens parliamentary party, Marine Tondelier, retorted on Sunday. "This shouldn't just be discussed between Emmanuel Macron and Willy Schraen". The FNC (National Hunters' Federation) has backed a new criminal offence of hunting under the influence, similar to that in force for drivers. There are 1.1 million active hunters in France, according to the FNC, and some five million people possess a hunting licence.

Post: 4 December 2023

Linda Smith

French court overrules government on bird hunting licences France’s top administrative court has suspended new permits given out by the government for traditional bird hunting. Monday’s decision by the Council of State ruled that hunting orders granted by the government earlier this month were likely to contravene European law. The ruling follows Intense lobbying by nature conservationists. “It's a great joy that the urgency has been recognised because the damage is irreversible in terms of hunting,” Muriel Arnal, of the NGO One Voice, told France Info radio. "It's important to know that there is justice, and that our ecosystems and biodiversity are protected." Activists say that 150,000 birds die annually in France from non-selective hunting techniques such as glue traps and nets at a time when Europe's bird population is in sharp decline. Tecnniques banned Over the summer the court banned a range of traditional techniques for hunting birds, including using nets, cages and glue traps. The practices have been popular in the southwest of France and the eastern Ardennes region. “For years the hunting lobby has been listened to by successive governments,” Arnal said. “But today, we can't say that we don't know that birds are disappearing, that it's cruelty, just for a hobby.” The 2009 European Birds Directive prohibits the mass capture of birds without distinction of species. "Hunting traditions cannot justify failure to comply with the requirements of the Birds Directive," said the League for the Protection of Birds, hailing the French court's ruling as a "fine and great victory". However hunting groups are unhappy with the decision, arguing their bird hunts are too small to affect biodiversity". "I have a lot of anger, bitterness and disgust," Willy Schraen, president of the National Federation of Hunters, told AFP. "I don't understand this political and legal determination to annoy a handful of French people over something so insignificant."

Post: 26 October 2021

Kirill Lestberg

Terre de Chasse 2025 at Château Filhot – 29–31 August 2025 National Hunting Expo & Outdoor Tradition Fair in Sauternes, France Terre de Chasse returns to the elegant grounds of Château Filhot in Sauternes from 29–31 August 2025. Organized by Gascogne Events in partnership with Reworld Media, it’s France’s emerging national fair celebrating hunting federations, traditions, environment, and outdoor heritage—all in a single, immersive experience for 1,000–3,000 expected attendees. History & Organizers of Terre de Chasse 2025 at Château Filhot Responding to a regional void, Gascogne Events and media group Reworld Media (publishers of Chasseur Français and La Revue Nationale de la Chasse) launched Terre de Chasse to unite hunting enthusiasts across Nouvelle-Aquitaine. The first edition in 2024 was attended by about 15,000 visitors and 150+ exhibitors, marking a successful revival of a traditional national hunting fair. Highlights & Attractions Canine Centre: Live demonstrations of regional hunting dogs Archery & Ball-Trap Village: Interactive shooting sessions Migratory Wildlife Pavilion: Education on species, habitat & conservation Federation & Distributor Stands: Weapons, optics, ammunition, accessories, artisans, cutlers Traditional Hunting Demonstrations: Pointing dogs, driven hunts, falconry, in line with Southwest hunting heritage Conservation Talks: Panels on habitat protection and hunters' environmental role Event Details Name: Terre de Chasse Organizer: Gascogne Events × Reworld Media Country: France (Nouvelle‑Aquitaine) Venue: Set on a 70‑ha estate in the Sauternes vineyards, Château Filhot (a historic Second Growth château) offers indoor marquees and outdoor areas, ample parking including for motorhomes, and on-site catering. Château Filhot, Route de Filhot, 33210 Sauternes, France Dates & Hours: Fri 29 Aug: 10 AM–8 PM Sat 30 Aug: 9 AM–8 PM Sun 31 Aug: 9 AM–6 PM Estimated Attendance: 1,000–3,000 nationally focused visitors (after a 15,000 first edition) Exhibitors: 150+ exhibitors including hunting federations, arms, optics, ammunition, canine, archery, migratory wildlife zones, artisans Terre de Chasse is a modern continuation of France’s hunting traditions, linking federations, conservation groups, artisans, and outdoor brands. It solidifies Neovelle‑Aquitaine’s identity as a hotspot for hunting and environmental stewardship, and revives interest among younger audiences in archery, canine training, and migratory bird protection. From 29–31 August 2025, Terre de Chasse is set to become France’s premier national hunting exhibition at the iconic Château Filhot, welcoming thousands of hunters, conservationists, artisans, and families. Whether you're interested in federation networking, traditional hunting, hunting dog demonstrations, or archery, this event has it all under one grand estate. Website: terredechasse.com

Post: 24 July 6:53

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