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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Paul Longland" data-source="post: 3487652" data-attributes="member: 137696">The solution is simple.  Just let those without half a brain cell wander away to their hearts content, eroding the countryside, letting their dogs kill or frighten away every other living thing.  Then when the area becomes a wilderness with no wildlife and there is nothing left for them to look at, chase or shoot then they will hopefully lose interest, go away and nature being what it is it will re-establish itself and we will once again be able enjoy its bounty.When I say we, I mean of course our great grandchildren as it is going to take generations to repair the damage already being done.Seriously I cannot understand the pig-headed attitude of some people. go anywhere, do anything and no respect for other peoples enjoyment of the countryside.  How would these walkers feel if I decided that I had a right to drive a Chelsea tractor through their back yard for example.  Don't even get me started on the grouse are good raptor bad brigade.The country side should be available for us all to enjoy, and with a little tolerance and acceptance of other peoples point of view there is no reason why that cannot be the case.I have nothing against dogs and have even had a few.  There is no reason why they cannot be kept under proper control.  I have missed at least one lifer (Richards pipit) being told "they were here 5 minutes ago but were flushed by a dog that was running loose".  However, I do not expect the average dog walker to appreciate my hobby and nor would I expect them to give up their enjoyment of the countryside. There is no reason, with good management and a bit of planning that our national parks cannot cater for all.  Why not have a fenced area where people can let their dogs roam without harassing wildlife, whilst at the same time a similar area with restricted access during the ground breeding season?  Every one is happy.   If you provide a proper facility, then you can crack down on those that do not observe the rules.</blockquote>

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