Hunt Saboteurs Association
The foremost direct action organisation saving hunted animals since 1963.
The Hunt Saboteurs Association (HSA) is the UK's foremost direct action organisation working to save hunted animals. Since 1963, hunt saboteurs have used non-violent direct action to save the lives of thousands of hunted animals every season.
The Hunt Saboteurs Association (HSA) is the UK's foremost direct action organisation working to save hunted animals. Since 1963, hunt saboteurs have used non-violent direct action to save the lives of thousands of hunted animals every season.
Who they are
Direct action
Experienced saboteurs use non-violent direct action tactics in the field to protect foxes, hares, deer and other animals from hunts, and to expose the cruelty of blood sports.
Exposing cruelty
The HSA regularly releases footage exposing illegal hunting, from cubbing to gamebird shooting, and campaigns to strengthen the Hunting Act.
Backed by the public
Supported by figures like Chris Packham, who has slammed the cruelty of modern hunts.
What they do
End cruel hunting for good
Campaigning to strengthen the Hunting Act and end hunting for good.
Le Shuttle campaign
Asking Le Shuttle to stop facilitating the transport of game birds from Europe to the UK.
Local sab groups
A network of local groups across the country working directly in the field.
Rogues Gallery & HOWL
Public archives exposing hunting offences and documenting the HSA's history.
How you can help
- Join your local sab group
- Report hunt incidents via their online form or tip-off hotline
- Donate to support the work
- Subscribe to their news and HOWL magazine