DSC 1 querie.

[The Ratbasher]

I'm considering taking the DSC 1. Been shooting donkeys years, and taken many a deer in that time, but would like the qualification as many places now ask if you have any qualifications ?.
My question is... Being a crumbling old fart, the only part of the shooting test that concerns me is the 100 yd/m prone shooting. I am disabled, and would really struggle with those shots as I'd need a crane or a team of Schwazeneggers to get me back on my feet again afterwards.
So, would this constitute a fail ?. Or is there a way round this for a disabled shooter ?.
TIA.

 

[jcampbellsmith]

I'm considering taking the DSC 1. Been shooting donkeys years, and taken many a deer in that time, but would like the qualification as many places now ask if you have any qualifications ?.
My question is... Being a crumbling old fart, the only part of the shooting test that concerns me is the 100 yd/m prone shooting. I am disabled, and would really struggle with those shots as I'd need a crane or a team of Schwazeneggers to get me back on my feet again afterwards.
So, would this constitute a fail ?. Or is there a way round this for a disabled shooter ?.
TIA.

Talk to your training provider and they will take into account any issues that you may have getting into specific positions. I've been working with someone who is similarly challenged recently. I would recommend the following course - DSC1 Online Training Course with Face-to-Face Assessment Day

Regards

JCS

 

[Tim.243]

I'm considering taking the DSC 1. Been shooting donkeys years, and taken many a deer in that time, but would like the qualification as many places now ask if you have any qualifications ?.
My question is... Being a crumbling old fart, the only part of the shooting test that concerns me is the 100 yd/m prone shooting. I am disabled, and would really struggle with those shots as I'd need a crane or a team of Schwazeneggers to get me back on my feet again afterwards.
So, would this constitute a fail ?. Or is there a way round this for a disabled shooter ?.
TIA.

I shot all my test off my sticks, advising the FC ranger who was assigned to myself I would be shooting off them as A I don't have a bi-pod B shoot from sticks or high seat as you have a better field of view.
A few comments when I posted that however I shoot a RH rifle being LH so pick the bones out of that lol
The thing is the stiff upper lip of the people who wrote all this format in the past were not interested (.303 and single stick brigade lol )
Just pick a provider and email them and explain.
Good luck.
PS check you rifle is cock on for the distance you will be shooting at.
Tim

 

[Deerkeeper2]

The Assessor and RCO/RSO will make ‘reasonable adjustments’ for any candidate that has physical challenges during the shooting assessment. This would most likely take the form of a simulated high seat for the 100m phase. Please discuss this with them prior to the course rather than spring it on them as this will help them to help you.

 

[Mike L]

I really don’t think it will be a problem, let’s face it you won’t be prone on the actual deer so why need to prove the shot, just explain how you usually shoot and they should test your proficiency that way.


Good luck

 

[The Ratbasher]

I shot all my test off my sticks, advising the FC ranger who was assigned to myself I would be shooting off them as A I don't have a bi-pod B shoot from sticks or high seat as you have a better field of view.
A few comments when I posted that however I shoot a RH rifle being LH so pick the bones out of that lol
The thing is the stiff upper lip of the people who wrote all this format in the past were not interested (.303 and single stick brigade lol )
Just pick a provider and email them and explain.
Good luck.
PS check you rifle is cock on for the distance you will be shooting at.
Tim

Thank you for that Tim. I also shoot a R/H rifle left handed, as my left eye is the master eye.

 

[The Ratbasher]

I really don’t think it will be a problem, let’s face it you won’t be prone on the actual deer so why need to prove the shot, just explain how you usually shoot and they should test your proficiency that way.


Good luck

Thank you buddy. Much appreciated.

 

[The Ratbasher]

Talk to your training provider and they will take into account any issues that you may have getting into specific positions. I've been working with someone who is similarly challenged recently. I would recommend the following course - DSC1 Online Training Course with Face-to-Face Assessment Day

Regards

JCS

Thanks for the advice mate. Much appreciated.

 

[The Ratbasher]

The Assessor and RCO/RSO will make ‘reasonable adjustments’ for any candidate that has physical challenges during the shooting assessment. This would most likely take the form of a simulated high seat for the 100m phase. Please discuss this with them prior to the course rather than spring it on them as this will help them to help you.

" Simulated high seat " ?. There's absolutely no way I could get in a real one. I have real trouble getting over a 5 bar gate. So a ladder would be out of the question.

 

[Deerkeeper2]

" Simulated high seat " ?. There's absolutely no way I could get in a real one. I have real trouble getting over a 5 bar gate. So a ladder would be out of the question.

You would be very unlikely to be expected to climb into an actual high seat, what I am talking about would be along the lines of three pallets screwed together to form a ground hide or similar. Like I say, discuss it with your training provider.

 

[The Ratbasher]

You would be very unlikely to be expected to climb into an actual high seat, what I am talking about would be along the lines of three pallets screwed together to form a ground hide or similar. Like I say, discuss it with your training provider.

Thanks for the clarification. The old brain gets a bit befuddled these days. LOL

 

[chriswjx]

My understanding of the test criteria is that you must put 2 bullets into the respective target areas from 100m, 70m and 15/25m (last depends on your tester).

For 100m, prone and seated positions may be adopted.

For 70m, it's from any position aside from prone.

In theory, there is nothing stopping you shooting all 3 positions freehand whilst standing. I know when I did my DSC1, the assessor was telling us of a chap he had that actually did that - because his mates had told him that was what the test was, so he practiced and practiced until he was a bloody good shot

 

[VSS]

Any disabilities will be accommodated. You could shoot the whole test from a wheelchair, if you had to.

 

[Deerkeeper2]

My understanding of the test criteria is that you must put 2 bullets into the respective target areas from 100m, 70m and 15/25m (last depends on your tester).

For 100m, prone and seated positions may be adopted.

For 70m, it's from any position aside from prone.

In theory, there is nothing stopping you shooting all 3 positions freehand whilst standing. I know when I did my DSC1, the assessor was telling us of a chap he had that actually did that - because his mates had told him that was what the test was, so he practiced and practiced until he was a bloody good shot

Close but not quite correct. Here is a link directly to the DMQ website with the assessment criteria:

Deer Stalking Certificate 1 – DMQ

dmq.org.uk

 

[CookM]

My left femur is bolted together due to a spiral fracture of the ball bit.
I only have half of my right thumb.

Try to practice it,slowly.
Often.

On the day,the assessor says "ln your own time,two rounds into the chest kill area of the deer target"

Get down there,get comfortable.
Shoot.
If it takes a bit of effort to get up,and do the next bit,don't worry.

I did it at Deer Central,in similar circumstance to yourself.

Old dogs can learn new tricks.
Ibuprofen helps.

 

[nocturnaldave]

They will accommodate your physical ability….

 

[The Ratbasher]

Cheers buddy. I know Ibuprofen is generally a great help. But I'm on blood thinners as well, so Ibuprofen is a no go I'm afraid.

 

[Stalker-of-the-deer]

I'm considering taking the DSC 1. Been shooting donkeys years, and taken many a deer in that time, but would like the qualification as many places now ask if you have any qualifications ?.
My question is... Being a crumbling old fart, the only part of the shooting test that concerns me is the 100 yd/m prone shooting. I am disabled, and would really struggle with those shots as I'd need a crane or a team of Schwazeneggers to get me back on my feet again afterwards.
So, would this constitute a fail ?. Or is there a way round this for a disabled shooter ?.
TIA.

They can do 100m simulated high seat - reality a chair and bench

Thats the alternative to 100m prone off a bipod or bag

 

[Moray Outfitting]

As a DSC1 Assessor, I can vouch for the chair plus bench/table to help with your shooting test. Have had to do it on numerous occassions. Just make sure your provider knows so that he will have the equipment available on the day. Good luck with it. J

 

[The Ratbasher]

Thank you very much. Now all I have to do is afford the course. LOL