Develop your deer stalking training with an exciting new UK Deer Track and Recovery Best Practice Course. Now available online through the Shooting & Hunting Academy. And that’s not all: Jelen PWS and UKDTR have introduced two exciting new classes to the LANTRA Approved PDS1.
If you've spent time deer stalking, you know that even with meticulous preparation, sometimes things can still go wrong. We've all been there—a missed shot or one that doesn't land as intended, leading to frustration or, worse, a wounded deer.
In those moments, knowing how to assess the shot site and, if needed, track and recover the animal is crucial. That's where UK Deer Track and Recovery (UKDTR) step in as experts in this field of deer management. Specialising in locating and recovering shot and/or injured deer.
The Shooting & Hunting Academy, in collaboration with UKDTR, is excited to present a first-of-its-kind, e-learning opportunity for deer stalkers: a certificated short course on best practice follow-up procedures for deer tracking and recovery. Now available online through the Shooting & Hunting Academy, this course equips both beginner and experienced deer stalkers with essential knowledge and skills that can make a critical difference in the field when it matters most.
Developed and delivered by UKDTR’s team of experienced deer stalkers, dog handlers, and expert trackers, this course is a perfect bolt-on to the PDS1 or DSC1. The course draws on years of real-world experience, to offer a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.
The curriculum is packed with practical advice and proven techniques for following up on shot and/or injured deer and is equips you with vital knowledge and skills. This is a unique opportunity to learn directly from the industry leaders and take your deer stalking knowledge and ability to the next level.
Modules include:
- Pre-Stalking Preparations -Essential steps to prepare for the eventuality of a follow-up.
- How to Locate a Shot Site - methods for finding and assessing the shot site.
- Identifying Shot Site Findings - identifying and understanding the different signs left at a shot site.
- Post-Shot Site Investigation - Best practice and timings for conducting a thorough follow-up after the shot.
- Use of Dogs - How trained dogs can aid significantly in tracking and recovery and considerations for when using your own dog.
- Frequently Asked Questions - UKDTR Chairman Tony Lowry tackles the most frequently asked questions about UK Deer Track and Recovery.
Who are the UKDTR?
UKDTR is a non-profit organisation dedicated to assisting deer stalkers and managers by offering a free, confidential deer tracking and recovery service. Each team consists of a tested dog and handler, providing trained, insured tracking support. With years of real-world experience, their team make this E-learning course, an invaluable learning opportunity for anyone serious about deer stalking.
If you’re eager to improve your deer stalking skills and knowledge base, the UKDTR Short Course is the perfect next step. Available via the Shooting & Hunting Academy, a registered UK learning provider, this course will earn you a certificate in Deer Tracking & Recovery. Plus, upon successfully completing the short course, you will be sent your Shooting & Hunting Academy Certificate, a UKDTR Follow-up Best Practice card, including the necessary information you need to know, and complimentary field markers to add to your stalking kit.
To enrol and get started on the course, follow this link: ukdtr-course
PDS1 gains new classes from industry leaders!
In addition to the UKDTR Short Course, we’re thrilled to announce that UKDTR and Jelen PWS have now collaborated in adding two new classes to the LANTRA 'Accreditted' Proficient Deer Stalker Certificate Level 1 (PDS1). The new classes include:
- How to Take a Follow-Up Shot – Best practices for humanely dispatching an injured deer, delivered by Mike Allison, Founder & CEO of Jelen PWS
- The Use of Dogs in Deer Stalking – Considerations when using your own dog, Delivered by UKDTR.
These additions offer tremendous added value to candidates pursuing the LANTRA-accredited PDS1 Deer Stalking Certificate, guaranteeing top-tier training from respected industry professionals. The classes will also be available to current PDS1 holders, reinforcing the importance of ongoing education and skill development.
Whether you’re interested in the UKDTR Short Course or the PDS1 certificate, both are available now through the Shooting & Hunting Academy. This is your opportunity to enhance your skills, learn from the best, and take your deer stalking knowledge to the next level.
If you're interested in the LANTRA Proficient Deer Stalker Level 1. You can find out more about the course here: deer-stalking-course
Again, If you would like to enrol on the UKDTR short course, you can find out more about the course here: ukdtr-course
