ABOUT US
Our club was founded in 1959 by a few likeminded people
Messrs P Thompson, D Wiseman, M Miller, J Green and Mr Dixon.
Affiliation to the then Wildfowlers of Great Britain and Ireland (WAGBI), now the British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) took place in 1960. Our affiliation number being 077.
Our association’s first president was Mr Reg Pumfrey. At the time, the secretary was expected to report to him, at least once a month, to keep him up to date with the association’s activities and fortunes.
Our Association
Club History
We first leased marsh land at Gainsborough, known as 'The Point' in 1960 from the then Trent River board.
Conservation Efforts
Since 1959, we as an association have initiated several conservation projects on our marsh at Gainsborough (A SSSI site).
Prospective Members
Hopefully we can answer most if not all your questions on here, before you consider applying to become a member of our association.
Become a Member of
Gainsborough & District Wildfowling Association
QUESTIONS?
Whether you’re curious about what we do or if you have any general questions,
we’re here to help!