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Record wildfire prompts Scottish U-turn on muirburn licensing
By Hollis Butler (Group News Editor)
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Step into the world of deer stalking with expert guidance on technique, equipment, and fieldcraft. From identifying species and understanding deer behaviour to safe shot placement, stalking methods, and seasonal considerations, this section covers every aspect of the sport. Discover advice on rifles, optics, and clothing, alongside essential information on legislation, safety, and deer management. Perfect for beginners taking their first steps and experienced stalkers looking to refine their skills in the field.
Deer stalking: People often spend hours pondering over which rifle, grade of wood and scope they want to buy, but pay little attention to the bullets that they will shoot through it.
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When I was serving in the army I used the sling fitted to my rifle for support by wrapping it around the supporting arm. Could I use this method when deer stalking?
Deer stalking: Why do upland stalkers seem to prefer telescopes for deer identification while low ground stalkers use binos?
I read about deer stalking in another shooting magazine recently and a stalker went in pursuit of a large Muntjac. I was perturbed to read that his chosen calibre was .308. Surely this smacks of overk...
Deer stalking: Yesterday I stalked a fairly large wood and spotted several roe deer, but didn’t get a shot. After a while the deer started to bark at one another.
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Deer stalking: Why do fawns have spots when the young of other animals don’t seem to need them?
Deer stalking: Someone told me it’s illegal for me to sell the venison from the deer I shoot. I stalk on my own land so surely it’s okay to sell what is mine?
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