Professional Deer
Management, Training
& Consultancy
Serving Dumfriesshire, Cumbria & The Borders
Helping landowners, estates and forestry businesses manage deer
populations responsibly while providing professional mentoring
and training for the next generation of deer managers.
Professional Deer Management
Evidence Based Management Plans
Woodland & Crop Protection
Experienced, Qualified & Fully Insured
Training & Mentoring
* AW & AV Approved Professional
OUR SERVICES
Deer Management
Population surveys, culling and ongoing management contracts tailored to your land and objectives.
Impact Assessments
Deer impact assessments for woodland, crops and habitats with clear recommendations and reporting.
Surveys & Planning
Professional deer surveys and management plans to ensure sustainable, evidence based decisions.
Forestry Services
Deer control and monitoring to protect new planting and support long term woodland establishment.
Training & Mentoring
DSC2 preparation, mentoring, witnessing and one to one tuition for stalkers at all levels.
Venison & Carcass Management
Ethical, hygienic carcass handling and venison management
ABOUT ME
I’m a local, independent deer manager with a passion for ethical deer management and the countryside.
With extensive experience and a strong academic background, I provide professional, practical solutions for landowners and estates across Dumfriesshire, Cumbria and the Borders.
I also mentor and support stalkers through their DSC journey, helping them develop the skills and confidence to become competent, responsible deer managers.
QUALIFICATIONS & CREDENTIALS
- Approved Witness (AW) – Deer Management Qualifications
- Approved Verifier (AV) – The Shooting & Hunting Academy
- Deer Management Qualifications (DMQ) – Level 2 & DSC1
- First Aid at Work
- Fully Insured – Public Liability & Professional Indemnity
- Extensive experience with Roe, Red & Fallow Deer