This book takes woodland stalking beyond the basics to examine in detail the techniques and tactics required in order to achieve success. The author discusses the suitability of different calibres for various purposes, the finer points of accessories such as riflescopes, moderators and bipods and considers how a more experienced stalker can make his choices from what is available in the marketplace ? or create his own DIY equipment. An in-depth section on hunting methods is packed with practical detail and tips about successful hunting on foot and from high seats, plus the use of calls and guidance is offered to the deer manager on how to organise a team cull. The book also deals with carcass recovery and care, building or setting up a home deer larder, selling venison to the game dealer and direct sales to the public within the framework of current legislation. The book concludes with a section on venison butchery, home smoking and sausage making. AUTHOR: An experienced deer manager and contributor to the Shooting Times, The Field, The Shooting Gazette and Shooting lConservation. He has edited the British Deer Society's journal, Deer, since 2003. He is a former Vice Chairman of the British Association for Shooting and Conservation, consultant to the Countryside Alliance and an Officer of the British Shooting Sports Council. SELLING POINTS: ? Written by well-known author of The Deer Stalking Handbook ? An increasingly popular sport ? Written for the amateur sportsman and the professional manager ? Contains advice on everything from equipment through to carcass preparation and processing ILLUSTRATIONS Colour photographs throughout *
