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Two keen fishers discussing fishing opportunities at Loch Kinnardochy

Young girl being taught how to fish at Loch Kinnardoch

Country Sports activities can be enjoyed by everyone. Whatever your age, gender or ability, there are more opportunities today for people who want to get involved in country sports than ever before.

Don’t think that you can’t participate just because you’re unsure of what to do … Providers of sport are more attuned to the needs of beginners today and will try to help you develop your skills and confidence.

Much of the sport in Scotland is guided. By this we mean that you as the visitor will be accompanied by either a Fishing Ghillie, Deer Stalker or Gamekeeper, depending on the activity in which you are participating. Their presence is part of taking a day’s sport much of the time, however there is still a wide range of activities that can be undertaken on one’s own without a guide if a more solitary experience is sought, as is possible with many of the fishing activities. Fishing Ghillies, Professional Deer Stalkers and Gamekeepers are there to assist you and make sure that safety is upheld at all times to help you enjoy your day by attempting to give you the best day’s sport possible.

Independent (not employed by the sporting estate) guides are also available for most of the sporting activities. Their details can often be found in trade magazines and by asking at your local fishing tackle/gun shop who should be able to help

The Scottish Country Sports Experience

At last we have made it easy to enter the exciting world of Scottish Country Sports - no specialist equipment needed, no previous experience required, just bring yourselves and an adventurous spirit.

Deer Stalking Experience - After a short safety briefing you will be driven off road up into the hills above Trochry (by Dunkeld) experiencing some of Perthshire's finest scenery along the way. You will then take part in a fun, simulated stalk followed by a rifle shooting session, firing at targets. To book and check availability: BASC Scotland, By Dunkeld, Perthshire, PH8 0DY
e - scotland@basc.org.uk
t - 01350 723226

Cost £50 per person

Fishing Experience - In the heart of the countryside, Forbes of Kingennie country resort offers the perfect venue to learn to fish in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Other resort facilities include golf and the waterside restaurant. To book and check availability:
Forbes of Kingennie Fishery, by Broughty Ferry, Angus DD5 3RD
e - info@forbesofkingennie.com
t - 01382 350777

Game Shooting Experience - Learn the art of game shooting and shoot at clay pigeons set up to simulate live game! Taster sessions available at the Dunkeld Hilton shooting school (by Dunkeld, Perthshire) or Auchterhouse shooting school (by Dundee - Angus). To book and check availability:

Auchterhouse Country Sports, by Dundee, Angus DD3 0QN
e - info@treemac.co.uk
t - 01382 320476

Dunkeld Shooting School, Dunkeld Hilton, Dunkeld, Perthshire PH8 0HX
e - info@dunkeld-park.co.uk
t - 01350 728370

Cost from £40 per person
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Below are some places to contact and visit if you want more information about country sports or want to take your interest further.