Large Game Meat Hygiene Course

Game Meat Hygiene Course for deer stalkers who require 'Trained Hunter Status'. UK Legislation requires that; ‘Persons who hunt wild game with a view to placing it on the market for human consumption, must have sufficient knowledge of the pathology of wild game, and of the production and handling of wild game and wild game meat after hunting, to undertake an initial examination of wild game on the spot’.

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How to Shoot Driven Boar

Exclusively available through County Deer Stalking’s Hunting Academy, this superb Masterclass delivered by one of the world’s finest driven Boar shots, UK CEO of Blaser Group and highly acclaimed driven boar shooter - Frederic Hanner, delivers an in depth and insightful look at shooting driven Boar on the continent that is perfect for those traveling abroad to shoot driven boar.

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For most hunters in the UK, shooting driven boar in Europe is highly aspirational, however, learning to appreciate the different customs and practices can at first appear bewildering. Notwithstanding, for those accustomed to shooting stationary deer in the UK, the art of shooting ground game on the move with a rifle can be completely alien.

Available only through the Hunting Academy, and delivered through a series of classes, Frederic acts as your own personal mentor, and through his own frank, no nonsense delivery, reveals an insightful look at elements such as, what to expect, which animals to shoot, where to place your shot, how much lead to give, along with advice on calibres, rifles, optics and much more.

Having beaten on Boar shoots in Germany since the age of 10 years old, at a time when numbers of wild Boar in the country were booming and having held a German hunting license since the age of 16yrs, it would also be fair to say that Frederic Hanner has grown up with a rifle in his hands.

Indeed, there is not much that Frederic doesn’t know about Boar shooting. Today, as winner of the highly acclaimed ‘Wild Boar Fever Academy’ and as a major contributor to the show, Frederic is one of the finest Driven Boar shots in the world.

There’s also not much he doesn’t know about rifles. Frederic’s first career step was with world leaders J.P. Sauer & Sohn between 2016-2019, before he was entrusted in 2019 as CEO of Blaser Group UK, one of the most highly renowned and prestigious roles in the world of shooting.

Classes covered by Frederic during this fabulous Masterclass include:

Class 1: Introduction

• Managing the population
• Expectations for the hunt
• Agriculture & Hunting Traditions
• Understanding different hunting cultures
• Hunting Seasons

Class 2: Hunting terminology & Safety

• Boar Hunting terminology
• Safety and rules of the hunt

Class 3: Shooting lanes & behaviour

• Identifying the shoot lanes and Hunting behaviour

Class 4: Shooting Equipment

• Calibres
• Rifles & Optics

Class 5: Shooting techniques & shot placement

• Shot placemen
• Shooting techniques
• Practise

Hunting trips to shoot Boar are not cheap, so for anyone planning a trip to Europe to shoot driven Boar, investing a few pounds learning how to behave and shoot better is an absolute no-brainer, will make sure that you are able to get the very best from your trip and that you get invited back time and time again.

With his unrivalled background in shooting and lead role in the shooting industry, we believe that there is no one better placed than Frederic to deliver this wonderful masterclass in driven Boar shooting.

Simply follow this link to enrol on the course now: driven-boar-shooting-masterclass

Venison Cooking Masterclass

In essence, hunting is about selectively harvesting a sustainable food source from its natural environment. For deer stalkers the harvest comes in the form of venison, a wonderful, wild, free- range, healthy meat that is lower in calories than any other red meat, high in Iron, Riboflavin, B6 & B12 and high in Niacin, which helps prevent the onset of osteoarthritis.

Following on perfectly from the Skinning & Butchery Course, Michelin Star Chef Chaniotis demonstrates how to cook and present six beautiful venison dishes that will enhance both the meats flavour and presentation.

The class utilises some of the most common cuts of venison, such as the Saddle, Shank, Tenderloin and Shoulder. The recipes are also easy to follow and rely on ingredients that are readily available.

This fabulous Masterclass delivered by one of the UK’s most brilliant, young Chef’s and produced by County Deer Stalking, is an opportunity to transform your cooking.

Why present tired bland venison dishes? Learn to cook like a pro’, ‘wow’ your friends and family and rediscover the taste of venison.

During this wonderful masterclass Chef Chaniotis shows you how to cook and present the following six dishes. 

• Venison Fillet Tartare
• Venison Casserole
• Venison Shank
• Venison Cutlets
• Venison Rolled Boneless Saddle
• Braised Venison Shoulder - Chou Farci

Click on the following link to enrol today for just £35-00: michelin-star-venison- cooking-masterclass

United Kingdom Deer Track & Recovery (UKDTR)

The Shooting & Hunting Academy is proud to introduce the UK's first nationally available Deer Track and Recovery short course. Delivered by industry leaders UK Deer Track & Recovery (UKDTR) via the 'shooting & Hunting Academy', e-learning platform. The course is perfect for estate managers, deer managers, deer stalkers, and anyone with a vested interest in deer recovery and follow-up. You'll gain essential guidance and learn best practices for following up of shot and/or injured deer, ensuring you are equipped to handle these situations effectively. The course also offers advice on when to contact UKDTR for assistance.

This course is a perfect bolt-on to the PDS1 or DSC1 and is offered exclusively through the Shooting & Hunting Academy.

Via a series of structured and engaging modules, members of the UKDTR team will guide you through the fundamentals of tracking and recovering shot or injured deer. You'll learn crucial steps and methods to improve your chances of a successful recovery, a vital responsibility for all deer managers and essential for animal welfare.

Course Modules Include:

• Pre-Stalking Preparations: Essential steps to prepare for the eventuality of a follow-up.
• How to Locate a Shot Site: methods for finding and assessing the shot site.
• Identifying Shot Site Findings: identifying and understanding the different signs left at a shot site.
• Post-Shot Site Investigation: Best practice and timings for conducting a thorough follow-up after the shot.
• Use of Dogs: How trained dogs can aid significantly in tracking and recovery and considerations for when using your own dog.

Who are the UKDTR?

UKDTR is committed to providing support across the entire UK. Their aim is to place as many voluntary teams as possible at the disposal of estate managers, deer managers, and deer stalkers. These teams, typically consist of a handler and a dog, have demonstrated recognised practical knowledge and abilities. UKDTR also focuses on education, promoting best practices for deer recovery, and recruiting new members to grow its network throughout the UK.

UKDTR Aims:

• Establish a network of voluntary teams across the UK to support estate and deer managers.
• Educate and promote best practices in deer tracking and recovery.
• Recruit and expand UKDTR membership in all regions of the UK.

Take the UKDTR Course

To enrol and get started on the UKDTR short course, simply follow this link: shootingandhuntingacademy.co.uk/course/ukdtr-course