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.
ovenpaa wrote:Hehe, things like the Morhund which they would much prefer if it was mythical plus some more typically European animals plus larger Deer I did not recognise.
Anybody here remember, or do the tests for The BDS Woodland Stalkers competency certificate ? I did mine in 1990 in Dorset. As I recall it was a three day residential course based at 'The Sheaf of Arrows' in Cranborne. The course was run by Richard Prior (not the black comic) a very knowledgeable chap on Roe Deer. I found the course interesting and informative.
