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.
I don't know much about Salmon (Carp fisherman) - Are the two fish in the photos the same species (was the first one a male?)?....and what is the preference for eating, between species/sexes?
Both the same species (Salmo Salar) ... the first was a male and the second a ripe female. Males grow the hooked Kype from their lower jaw and it becomes larger as they enter and remain in the freshwater. Neither of those were really edible as they have been in the river too long - when they enter from the sea they are silver and gradually turn the brown colour as time progresses which is very obvious in the male. The female was a possible for smoking but being full of eggs they are returned at this time of the year. I did get a sea trout which was fresh and a wonderful silver colour, but no picture!
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I don't know much about Salmon (Carp fisherman) - Are the two fish in the photos the same species (was the first one a male?)?....and what is the preference for eating, between species/sexes?
Both the same species (Salmo Salar) ... the first was a male and the second a ripe female. Males grow the hooked Kype from their lower jaw and it becomes larger as they enter and remain in the freshwater. Neither of those were really edible as they have been in the river too long - when they enter from the sea they are silver and gradually turn the brown colour as time progresses which is very obvious in the male. The female was a possible for smoking but being full of eggs they are returned at this time of the year. I did get a sea trout which was fresh and a wonderful silver colour, but no picture!
