Detailed advice on every aspect of deer management / Rifle Shooter

Deer Management

Why we shoot deer - Part 1

Friday, September 18, 2020 Paul Austin

An icon of the highlands but for how much longer if we succumb to the pressure of the ill informed

In the first of a 4-part series on why we shoot deer, Niall Rowantree looks at the cultural and political landscape surrounding deer management in the Highlands

Read full story »

How to: spot & identify deer signs

Saturday, August 15, 2020 Paul Austin

Tim gives some fresh scapping a good coat of looking at

There’s more to deer stalking than just spotting the animals! Knowing how to identify deer signs is also vital to success; Tim Weston tells us how...

Read full story »

Trophy hunting - the bigger picture

Wednesday, July 15, 2020 Emily Damment

The trophy is a memory of the hunt, rather than an exercise in gloating as it is often seen by non-hunters

Emily Damment takes a closer look at why we keep hunting trophies, and why sensible discussion of trophy hunting conservaton benefits is so often clouded by pure hysteria

Read full story »

RECIPE: Venison and veg casserole

Friday, May 29, 2020 Emily Damment

An easy, warming venison casserole recipe - comfort food at its finest!

This venison casserole recipe is so easy to chuck together and makes the perfect week-night family meal - healthy, hearty, and full of goodness!

Read full story »

Effective deer management

Friday, January 31, 2020 Paul Austin

The celebrated 'Monarch of the Glen' red deer stag overlooking Loch Torridon and the dramatic Wester Ross mountain range from high up on Beinn Alligin

Niall Rowantree looks at factors to consider and questions to ask yourself with a view to effectively managing the deer population

Read full story »

Extreme Stalking - Scottish Highlands

Monday, January 27, 2020 Paul Austin

When you have a moment to catch your breath the scenary alone is worth all the effort

Editor Paul Austin takes the trip of a lifetime - an epic stalking adventure in the breathtaking Highlands of Scotland...

Read full story »

Recipe: venison and horseradish cream canapes

Friday, November 22, 2019 Emily Damment

Wow your guests with these tasty little venison and horseradish cream crostini canapes!

As far as canapes go, these venison and horseradish cream crostinis aren’ttoo tricky to make, and they are perfect for wow-ing your guests at Christmas!

Read full story »

Why do we enjoy hunting?

Monday, November 18, 2019 Rebecca Green

We shouldn't be ashamed to enjoy hunting

With endless attacks from antis, it’s easy to make excuses for taking part in our sport. But Jonny doesn’t shy away from talking about the enjoyment factor...

Read full story »

Subscribe or buy a mag today

SSA Membership

Shop

Visit our online shop and get the best deals on magazine subscriptions, shooting DVDs and books…

Deer Management

Most Read

Subscribe or buy a mag today

SSA Membership