mushroom 13,303 Posted February 9, 2010 Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 I'm sure most of you know about the march that was being discussed a few months ago. Right there has been some development in the shadows about it. The title it is no longer a MARCH to overturn a ban, as we all know this will just turn public opinion against us. We need to make it palatable for the general population. So it is proposed that we start somewhere small to test the water for a WALK FOR THE SOLIDARITY OF FIELDSPORTS AND RURAL PURSUITS. The aim is to drum up public support and show the ban is nothing but an ineffective piece of gov legislation That has harmed a largely law abiding community The reason for the change of angle is we need to show a non militant front for all country pursuits to the public. As any militancy or strong arm approach is only going to be detrimental to us in the view of the public. I'm in the process of organizing publicity in certain IPC publications they have contacted me but as yet it is not finalized but as soon as this is I will let you know it shouldn't be too long hopefully. The aims To show that the countryside would be totally imbalanced species wise without the hard work and pest control of Terrier men, lurchermen, shooters, falconers, ferreters, un & mounted packs. That the rural economy is reliant in a huge way on these men and women pursuing their chosen fields. Keepers, beaters, pickers, hotelier's local rural businesses all rely in some way on the influx of people wishing to spend their money that these rural economies are all linked to rural pest control. The above people would find it very difficult to have a day's beating or a career keepering without the pest control provided by the men and women willing to carry on traditional pest control. To dispel the myth that dog work is connected to Blood sports The main aim is not to overturn the ban but to gain support and have a good day out The proposal If you are interested put your name on here, we will be meeting in the coming months probably end of April beginning of May. The venue is going to be somewhere in central England so that it is the minimum distance for everyone. This will be to test the water as to numbers and gain a bit of publicity. Anybody wishing to carry banners and placards for ban the ban or repeal the ban or anything similar game on as this is the undercurrent of the WALK just not the official title. Please copy this and repost it on as many forums and websites as possible. There is a dedicated e-mail which is.... countrypursuitssolidaritywalk@hotmail.co.uk if you wish to attend please e-mail me at the above address (please attach your username and the forum where you saw this). I need to get numbers to show the magazines people are up for it. If you have anything to add to this please feel free to e-mail me Thank you Kieran 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BEARINATOR 2,872 Posted February 9, 2010 Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 Excellent post mate, I'll be there with some friends Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sambam 8 Posted February 9, 2010 Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 nice one mushroom good to see things coming together, ill be there Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mouse 282 Posted February 9, 2010 Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 will be there with our tribe. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Foxgun Tom 75 Posted February 9, 2010 Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 (edited) I'll be there all the way from Bonnie Scotland! showing solidarity with my Englandshire cousins (The Ordinary Working Dog Enthusiasts) Thank's for the phone-call Mushroom, I enjoyed the chat Tom Edited February 9, 2010 by Foxgun Tom Quote Link to post Share on other sites
john* 17 Posted February 9, 2010 Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 will be there too mate Quote Link to post Share on other sites
foxy1983 3 Posted February 9, 2010 Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 count me in pal Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Running 7 Posted February 9, 2010 Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 looks like a good day out count me in Quote Link to post Share on other sites
higgins 75 Posted February 9, 2010 Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 good to see something going on and totally agree you Mushroom,i'll be there, Higgins Quote Link to post Share on other sites
whin 463 Posted February 10, 2010 Report Share Posted February 10, 2010 were about pm me ill get a van load down Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mushroom 13,303 Posted February 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 10, 2010 Please send an email to the address with the forum and your username I want to e-mail the location and details to prevent an anti build up. YOUR E-MAIL ADDRESSES WILL NOT BE SHARED WITH ANYONE. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tiny 7 1,694 Posted February 10, 2010 Report Share Posted February 10, 2010 Please send an email to the address with the forum and your username I want to e-mail the location and details to prevent an anti build up. YOUR E-MAIL ADDRESSES WILL NOT BE SHARED WITH ANYONE. Ill be there..!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BEARINATOR 2,872 Posted February 12, 2010 Report Share Posted February 12, 2010 Come on hunters get your names signed up as MUSHROOM has worked hard organising stuff:wallbash:, so get them emailed to him and show your support for our cause:gunsmilie: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JoeD 24 Posted February 12, 2010 Report Share Posted February 12, 2010 Deffinately be there! JoeD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
donk 12 Posted February 12, 2010 Report Share Posted February 12, 2010 I shall be there Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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