There is nothing more exciting than acquiring new stalking ground, particularly if it’s in a new county. New terrain, different land uses and fresh scenery are exhilarating. New stalking ground is much more than just ground: it is a gateway to the next set of adventures and progress in one’s stalking career. There are new farmers nearby as well as fellow shooters — who knows what it may lead to? One thing in the shooting world tends to lead to another. Top of the list is, of course, which deer species are present. For a northerner like me, that fact is particularly true. Everyone needs a break from roe once in a while.
“Ask and you shall receive”: an absolute mantra for securing new
