Recreational stalkers only

[Nickb]

ILl health slowed me down the last 2 years, amputations and sepsis aren't stalking friendly.

And I thought my gout was bad , keep on going

 

[ChrisWill184]

Back before the wee one came along, I was only shooting about 7 roe a year. Having the DSC1 where I was able to sell on any extra venison, opened up the amount that I was able to take and I managed 35 - 40 roe per year over a couple of years. I work offshore so am only home for half of the year but with a 4 1/2 year old my time is limited far more. If I manage 20 a year, I am doing ok.

 

[Mike1979]

No mate , just had a count and as of today its 1325.

Still very good going mate especially where you are based

 

[DavidG88]

14, but I just started in December last year,

 

[Mike1979]

14, but I just started in December last year,

Nowt wrong with that at all mate

I know a lot dont care about numbers and this isnt a "ive shot more deer then you" post (if it was I would be keeping quiet) ...its more for general interest

 

[David Barker]

4 Two Does and two Bucks i am just below average of 6-7 Quoted by BASC.

 

[DavidG88]

Nowt wrong with that at all mate

I know a lot dont care about numbers and this isnt a "ive shot more deer then you" post (if it was I would be keeping quiet) ...its more for general interest

Would it be interesting to see how it goes with age of stalkers

 

[Mike1979]

Would it be interesting to see how it goes with age of stalkers

I think there are so many variables that its really difficult.
Older = wiser so maybe less inclined but also maybe more time and money?
Area = more access to deer - or more difficult to get ground as everyone is after them
Life - gets in the way when a lot of us are the keenest - family, jobs, mortgage ...list goes on

I have to drive nearly an hour to my closest ground that holds deer but most of my (limited) stalking is 4 1/2 hours away in Devon and I'm just lucky to have a good friend who lets me shoot his deer. I am like a kid in a sweetshop with deer...I love being out after them....though as I get older getting up at stupid hours and 200+ miles in the 4x4 are less appealing.

 

[DavidG88]

I exactly know what you mean, I'm in my late twenties ( 38 ) and finding time for stalking having other full time job and different commitments it's not easy. Another, just as you said - location... I live in Northamptonshire and most stalking opportunities I was able to find were >3hr drive, what's making it even more difficult to plan.