Course Date: 23-25 April 2021
The DSC1 is the foundation of deer skills development.
To be awarded the Deer Stalking Certificate 1, you must demonstrate knowledge and skills in the following areas:
General Knowledge of the 6 species of deer found in Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Deer legislation
Ballistics
Deer identification
Safety
Shooting
Large Game – knowledge of the inspection of carcasses and the legal requirements
Rifles: A rifle legal for shooting deer in the UK is required for the shooting assessment. Any candidate who wishes to borrow a BDS Club rifle may legally borrow one free of charge under the BDS
Venue: The Hawkshill
