Grassroots Conservation Projects for Wildfowl in Europe
Europe’s hunters are driving grassroots conservation projects to enhance the breeding success of many wildfowl species in Europe...
08 April, 2021
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Petition to support the Grey Partridge in Belgium
The Belgian (Flemish) Hunting Association – Hubertus Vereniging Vlaanderen (HVV) – responds to anti-hunting efforts with a petition to support the conservation of Grey Partridge in Flanders, Belgium....
01 April, 2021
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EU Nature Restoration Targets: State of play and next steps
The conference organised by the “Biodiversity, Hunting, Countryside” Intergroup in conjunction with FACE and the European Landowners' Organization...
25 March, 2021
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FACE RELEASES ITS ACTIVITY REPORT 2020
FACE is pleased to publish its annual Activity Report for 2020, which provides highlights of our main work last year. This is a public document, which is also available on the FACE website....
24 March, 2021
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Infographic: Benefits of Hunting
Hunting is an essential part of the cultural heritage of many nations, with many individual traditions and customs which are kept alive through a vibrant community...
17 March, 2021
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Statement: Response to calls by some NGOs to introduce a moratorium on hunting in Montenegro
The International Council for Game and Wildlife Conservation (CIC) and FACE have reacted to...
12 March, 2021
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FACE Biodiversity Manifesto ‘Project of the Month’: Advancing the nature restoration agenda in Malta
FACE is pleased to present the FACE Biodiversity Manifesto Project of the Month for March 2021...
11 March, 2021
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Hunting under the Birds Directive: An open debate on the state of play
On 25 February 2021, the European Parliament’s “Biodiversity, Hunting, Countryside” Intergroup hosted a high-level conference organised by FACE...
26 February, 2021
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Nature is under pressure, but not from hunting
Hunting is increasingly being referred to as a high-pressure driving species’ loss and habitat deterioration. When looking more closely at the figures, a very different story appears...
17 February, 2021
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The importance of hunters in protected areas management: Black Grouse conservation in Poland
FACE Biodiversity Manifesto "Project of the Month" for February 2021...
15 February, 2021
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Hunting under the Birds Directive: An open debate on the state of play
The conference organised by the “Biodiversity, Hunting, Countryside” Intergroup in conjunction with FACE...
09 February, 2021
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FACE celebrates the first anniversary of the Patron Programme
Our FACE Patron Programme celebrates its first anniversary! Exactly one year ago, FACE launched its Patron Programme. ...
04 February, 2021
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Ban on lead in ammunition proposed
Today, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has published its proposal for further EU (and EEA)-wide restrictions on the use of lead in ammunition for hunting, outdoor sports shooting and fishing. ...
03 February, 2021
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FACE Biodiversity Manifesto ‘Project of the Month’: Hunters of Limburg plant 24,000 hedges plants and trees for biodiversity
FACE is pleased to present the FACE Biodiversity Manifesto Project of the Month for January 2021...
31 January, 2021
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Conservation benefits of livestock guarding dogs challenged by scientists
Livestock guarding dogs (LGDs) are used across Europe to reduce attacks on livestock by predators, such as the wolf or bear. As a non-lethal option for large carnivore management...
18 January, 2021
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High level meeting with Polish Secretary of the State Edward Siarka and FACE Vice President for Poland
Jarosław Kuczaj, Vice President for Poland for the European Federation for Hunting and Conservation (FACE) had a fruitfull meeting with Mr. Edward Siarka....
13 January, 2021
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Hunters’ Survey on Lead
FACE study: Socio-economic impact of a lead ammunition ban on hunters/hunting in Europe. Questionnaire for hunters in EEA countries (including UK). The purpose of this questionnaire is to collect information from hunters in EEA countries...
23 December, 2020
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Europe has received clear answer over claims of maladministration
Back in May, many national and European politicians expressed serious concerns over the European Commission’s (DG Environment) handling of the lead shot over wetlands restriction under REACH....
22 December, 2020
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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from FACE and its “Gold” Patrons!
A challenging year is about to end: We could count on the strong support of our 37 Full Members, 7 Associate Members and, for the first year now, also on the new FACE “Gold” Patrons...
20 December, 2020
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Gilbert de Turckheim R.I.P.
It is with great sadness that I inform you of the death of Gilbert de Turckheim, a former FACE President (2003-2015) and Honorary FACE President. We are all shocked by his sudden loss. Gilbert de Turckheim was an outstanding ambassador for hunting and conservation for which he devoted much of his time and valuable skills. ...
20 December, 2020
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Hunting horn players recognised as cultural heritage by UNESCO
On 17 December 2020, the traditional playing of hunting horns has been recognised as Intangible Cultural Heritage and was included on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage...
18 December, 2020
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FACE Biodiversity Manifesto ‘Project of the Month’: Bowhunting Coalition assists control of invasive Nutria in cities
FACE is pleased to present the FACE Biodiversity Manifesto Project of the Month for December 2020...
18 December, 2020
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Europe’s Huntable Birds: A Review of Status and Conservation Priorities
FACE is delighted to announce the release of its report on "Europe’s Huntable Birds: A Review of Status and Conservation Priorities"...
11 December, 2020
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What does the new regulation on banning lead shot over wetlands mean for Europe’s hunters?
After months of scrutiny, long delays and widespread criticism from various stakeholders, the new...
03 December, 2020
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Biodiversity Manifesto, Project of the Month – Estonia: “Wild Game on the Road”
The “Wild game on the road” project by Estonia, aims to decrease traffic collisions between cars and ...
27 November, 2020
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