DSC 1 - Central Belt Scotland

[TheDeerWalker]

Hello All,

I'm very interested in the DSC/DMQ 1, as an introduction to stalking and to get my skills and knowledge to a point I feel comfortable undertaking any stalking on the permission I have.

I'm based in Central Scotland, just south of Falkirk so looking for the courses there. I know of two in the area, the BASC one in Perth and then one run by Brian Kelly in Callendar. The BASC one is a little far for me but also runs Wednesday to Sunday, and this year the annual leave is a little low so not sure I'd be able to get the days off. The one in Callendar, I've heard some great things about Brian and the course he offers but unfortunately the dates they are running is the weekend of my wedding, so not sure it would go down well if I signed up.

I did hear about one in West Calder, but the old google search is letting me down somewhat on finding the courses. If you have any suggestions then I'd be all ears! The only prerequisite I have is they need to have an estate rifle and equipment I can borrow/rent as I don't have it all yet.

Any suggestions?

Also, I love a good bit of reading before I do things, to make sure my knowledge is good. Any suggestions on resources to get the theory and multiple choice questions understood before the course?

Thanks
DW

 

[Husky]

When I did mine, I just went for the assessment so it only took one day.

 

[ColinBr]

When I did mine, I was going to do just the 1 day, but arranged with the outfit to go for a 1 day training to just settle any nerves and have any questions answered before doing the DSC1 on the next day.

Probably could have just done the DSC1 on the day, but for the peace of mind it was worth it and so was the crack.

As for estate rifle I'm sure they will have 1, just state the fact before booking

 

[roaring_stag]

I did mine a number of years ago at SRUC in Dumfries. It was pretty good, and the course and assessment were delivered in a day and a half.

I heard that Ed Bewsher from Edinbrugh Rifles was organising/hosting DSC courses last year (not sure if there are more planned) but it might be worth checking with him.

Cheers,

RS

 

[Husky]

As well as your Dsc1 handbook you can do online learning

DSCtraining.org | Online training for your DSC1

dsctraining.org

 

[owdnorthener]

Hi DW, Looks like there is a DSC1 coming in August by Craigswood Game and Deer Management, at Harburn Estate, West Calder.
I took mine with them over a weekend, Alex and co were great.
They do have a facebook page.

Good luck, Alan.

 

[jcampbellsmith]

Some things to look at -

DSC1 - The British Deer Society

Deer Stalking Certificate 1The Deer Stalking Certificate 1 is a nationally recognised qualification which has been awarded to nearly 30 thousand individuals. Photo by: GiedriiusREAD ABOUT THE COURSE ABOUT THE COURSE Whether you’re new to deer stalking or already an experienced Deer Manager, the...

bds.org.uk

Ultimate Deer Data - The British Deer Society

Ultimate Deer Data (UDD) is an online set of quizzes that helps students preparing for a DSC1 to revise for the assessments required.

bds.org.uk

Courses Available | Scottish Gamekeepers

Courses Available in the Scottish Gamekeepers Association. To register please call 01738 587515 or e-mail Carol at carol@scottishgamekeepers.co.uk.

www.scottishgamekeepers.co.uk

Gardners Guns & Purdoms Training - Upcoming Courses

Upcoming course below, email me on helen.gardnersguns@gmail.com to book, or call Keith Snow, 07968593165, for more information!

ukvarminting.com

Regards

JCS

 

[Dave_45]

Brian Kelly , Trossachs deer management in Stirlingshire , callendar is where the course is.

 

[Moray Outfitting]

Check dates with Brian again. J

 

[TheDeerWalker]

Cheers all - I'm on a course for August. Looking forward to it, just need to better at identifying Sika!

 

[Robbie45]

Definitely Brian Kelly, ex forestry. He is straight down the line pal, he will help you out.