Deer Stalking… reliable word of mouth recommendation from someone you know has undertaken such stalking being offered by a specific syndicate is best. Like other walks of life, stalking has its scammers. E.G., make sure there is deer, of the species sought, on the land being made available; that appropriate insurance is in place; that there is recourse for recompense if it all goes wrong. In addition, obtain and understand terms and conditions; consider the implications of allowing a syndicate leader to be a FAC mentor; make sure ‘coaches’ are suitably qualified; consider the quality of deer management, the construction & execution of a shooting plan and safety; determine if the land is over-shot.
The peace is only partial, however. The huntsmen’s code of conduct includes taking the numbers and reporting any vehicles used by ‘activists’ that cause any problems. Activists engaged in provocative behaviour can be filmed and reported to the National Trust.
For their part the hunt saboteurs pledge that if they see hounds in pursuit of a fox they will “endeavour to get between them” in order to assist the animal’s escape. And they too pledge to gather evidence of any alleged wrongdoing by hunt members and supporters.
But the saboteurs also undertake “not to use our mode of transport as a weapon or threaten, shout and scream or hit people with sticks.”
Really? And here's me thinking that was assault!
Political Correctness is the language of lies, written by the corrupt , spoken by the inept!
