Stalking
Accompanied stalking and Highseat shooting
Highseat shooting consists of the stalker sitting in a static highseat and waiting for the deer to move out of cover onto a ride or clearing. This takes place either early morning or in the early evening until dark. This is the most common method used on the estates when operating to achieve their cull. The highseats are stratigically positioned to offer clear safe shots in areas where the deer are known to move most frequently. Up to 4 individuals can be accommodated at any one time highseat shooting. When using a highseat there is the opportunity to witness many aspects of wildlife not normally seen or heard. Whether it is hares, hawks or deer, it all adds to the experience.
Accompanied stalking consists of a client being guided on foot around a specific area. The guides role, where required, is to assist overall with the stalk. This includes spotting deer, assisting the client into a safe position from where a safe shot can be taken and ensuring that the deer (if to be shot) is suitable for the cull program. A typical accompanied stalk in the morning involves the client arriving at the estate before first light and then stalking on foot for the next three hours. In the evening the client will stalk for three hours on foot until the light is no longer suitable. Stalking on foot gives a client the opportunity to experience the surrounding environment and to work tactically within it.
Venison
Venison remains the property of the estate. Clients may purchase the venison from any beast they shoot, either as a whole carcass, or for a fee, fully prepared into joints of their choice. This will be charged at current market price.