Scotlands’ Premier Sporting Agency

Scotlands’ Premier Sporting Agency

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Exciting, Enjoyable, Ethical Global Hunting Experiences Hendry Ramsay & Waters has been operating in the fieldsports / shooting business for nearly sixty years now. Initially as the “Major Ramsay Sporting Agency”, organising and stalking on many of ’s finest estates. In the 1980s the company developed the business further to include sporting shooting for and Pheasant in addition to , as well as being instrumental in developing driven shooting on the moors of Scotland. In 2009 the company increased its focus on providing sporting shooting throughout the calendar year in the United Kingdom, while also developing partnerships in Europe and around the world where HRW can provide quality hunting for many species and provide new and exciting hunting experiences. HRW’s values are to give personal professional services to exactly meet the client’s needs and desires wherever they hunt on the globe and the testimony to this is our clients come back and hunt with us year after year. Our partners around the world operate to the same standards and where big is concerned hunting is always ethical and sustainable. With Hunting in Africa and Argentina being added to the HRW hunting portfolio in 2015 and 2016 HRW continues to expand into new territories. We look forward to you joining us for your next hunting adventure.

Vernon P Waters

Global Hunting Experiences

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3 ...... Scotland 5 ...... Grouse Shooting Scotland & England 9 ...... 13 ...... Partridge Shooting 17 ...... Woodcock Shooting 19 ...... Stalking 23 ...... Stalking 27 ...... Stalking 31 ...... Fallow Deer Stalking 35 ...... England 37 ...... Chinese Water Deer Stalking 39 ...... Muntjac Stalking 41 ...... Norway 45 ...... Reindeer Hunting Norway 49 ...... Hunting Norway 55 ...... Spain 57 ...... Partridge Shooting Spain 61 ...... Ibex Hunting 65 ...... Driven Wild Boar 69 ...... Spanish Monteria 73 ...... Africa 81 ...... Argentina 83 ...... Dove and Pigeon Shooting 85 ...... Field Sports Tuition Services – The Learning Experience 91 ...... About Us / Our People 93 ...... Contacts

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Hunting in Scotland Game Season Deer Stalking dates Scotland As well as being one of the worlds’ most beautiful Date From Date To Date From Date To countries, Scotland offers a wide range of hunting Grouse 12th August 10th December Red Stags 1st July 20th October opportunities to suit all tastes and budgets, in the Ptarmigan 12th August 10th December Red Hinds 21st October 15th February most impressive landscapes. Our driven hunts are for Grouse, Pheasants or Partridges depending Partridge 1st September 31st January Roe Bucks 1st April 20th October upon the season. Mixed species bird shooting may Pheasant 1st October 1st February Roe Does 21st October 31st March be walked-up or partly driven and will provide a Duck 1st September 31st January Fallow Bucks 1st August 30th April wide range of quarry depending on season. Geese 1st September 31st January Fallow Does 21st October 15th February Deer Stalking, the British term used for hunting Snipe 12th August 31st January Sika Stags 1st July 20th October Deer in upland or woodland settings, offers the Woodcock 1st September 31st January Sika Hinds 21st October 15th February choice of exciting and challenging Red, Roe, Fallow & Sika stalking throughout the country.

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Driven Grouse Shooting In Scotland and England Date From Date To Grouse 12th August 10th December

Who has not dreamed of standing in a Grouse butt, waiting for coveys of birds skimming like miniature brown missiles over the horizon? is definitely the most exciting sport that UK shooting and hunting can offer and we have some of the most stunning estates within our portfolio both in Scotland and England that we can offer you.

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Walked Up Grouse Shooting Key Information Suggested Calibre Personal preference If your dream is hunting this totally wild ‘King of Rates Game Birds’ over pointers or – Scotland is Permits Required Prices on application the most scenic place in the world to experience it All required permits arranged at time of and HRW are the people to help you. Can a Shotgun be provided booking. Surrounded by Augusts’ purple heather, a Grouse Yes moor is a uniquely beautiful and romantic place Nearest Airport to be. The place for what some argue is simply the Accommodation Dependant on location of shoot. most exciting and challenging sport in the world. Generally we organise accommodation for Flights & Bringing own Firearms Normally we have many walked up days available your stay at whatever level you prefer from self Please consult with Hendry, Ramsay & Waters for between 2-6 guns so please Contact us with catering to 5*. your requirements with specific date and location at time of booking for up to date airline carriers requirements. Ammunition that allow firearms to be transported. Ammunition supplied subject to availability.

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About Pheasants Driven Pheasant Shooting Date From Date To For sheer strength and power of flight Pheasants Pheasant 1st October 1st February are hard to beat. From the 1st October until the end of January, Pheasants are the mainstay of Pheasants refer to several genera within the many estates because they offer a great sporting subfamily Phasianinae, of the family Phasianidae in the order Galliformes. Pheasants are characterised challenge to sportsmen around the country. by strong sexual dimorphism, males being highly Driven high and fast, maybe drifting and curling ornate with bright colours and adornments such as with a tailwind to add extra spice, Pheasants are a wattles and long tails. Males are usually larger than sporting test of experience and skill. We are lucky females and have longer tails. Males play a part in to offer excellent value for money and fantastic rearing the young. Pheasants typically eat seeds sport in Scotland. We also have exclusive days and some insects. The best-known is the Common on some of England’s most famous Pheasant and Pheasant. Various other Pheasant species are Partridge shoots which are certain to test the best popular in aviaries, such as the Golden Pheasant shots in the game. (Chrysolophus pictus).

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Walked Up Pheasant / Mixed Key Information Suggested Calibre Personal preference Game Shooting Days Rates Permits Required Walked up Pheasant and Partridge shooting is a Prices on application All required permits arranged at time of different challenge as they burst up from cover to booking. take the unwary by surprise. We offer days of all Can a Shotgun be provided sizes (none too small) for any number of guns in a Yes Nearest Airport party that are looking for fantastic value for money Accommodation Dependant on location of shoot. where they may shoot several different species in one day. Generally we organise accommodation for Flights & Bringing own Firearms your stay at whatever level you prefer from self Please consult with Hendry, Ramsay & Waters catering to 5*. at time of booking for up to date airline carriers Ammunition that allow firearms to be transported. Ammunition supplied subject to availability.

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Partridge Shooting About Partridges Date From Date To Partridges are birds in the Pheasant family, Partridge 1st September 31st January Phasianidae. They are a non-migratory Old World group. These are medium-sized birds, intermediate How do you enjoy shooting Partridge?. This most between the larger Pheasants and the smaller engaging game bird can offer so many challenges – quail. Partridges are native to Europe, Asia, Africa, driven off high banks or over deep valleys they can and the Middle East. Partridges are ground-nesting test the best high bird shots. They can burst like seed-eaters. According to Greek legend, the first an exploding shell over hedges in the traditional Partridge appeared when Daedalus threw his manner, or they can be brought from the edge of a nephew, Perdix, off the sacred hill of Athena in a fit heather moor to offer a challenge to match some of jealous rage. Supposedly mindful of his fall, the Grouse moors. bird does not build its nest in the trees, nor take You choose, we’ll help you find your perfect day. lofty flights and avoids high places.

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More about... Key Information Suggested Calibre Personal preference Partridges in Scotland are normally driven over Rates heather moors giving the feel of a Grouse shoot Permits Required Prices on application but at a much lower cost per bird. When the All required permits arranged at time of topography is right then extremely high and Can a Shotgun be provided booking. testing birds are shown. HRW is proud to represent Yes several of Scotlands’ finest Partridge shoots. Nearest Airport Accommodation Dependant on location of shoot. Generally we organise accommodation for Flights & Bringing own Firearms your stay at whatever level you prefer from self Please consult with Hendry, Ramsay & Waters catering to 5*. at time of booking for up to date airline carriers Ammunition that allow firearms to be transported. Ammunition supplied subject to availability.

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Woodcock Shooting About Woodcock

Date From Date To Woodcock have stocky bodies, cryptic brown and Woodcock 1st September 31st January blackish plumage and long slender bills’. Their eyes (normally after / during the first full moon in November) are located on the sides of their heads, which gives them 360° vision. Unlike in most birds, the tip of the The shout of “Woodcock forrard” is enough on bill’s upper mandible is flexible. its own to excite many people. After a ‘fall’ of Woodcock, when they’ve arrived fresh from As their common name implies, the Woodcock are Scandinavia, they’re most often seen flitting woodland birds. They feed at night or in the evenings, tantalisingly across snow laden forest rides. They searching for invertebrates in soft ground with their are indeed a challenge with their silent jinking flight long bills. This habit and their unobtrusive plumage which makes them prized by many sportsmen, makes it difficult to see them when they are resting from all over the world. Loved and coveted as a in the day. Most have distinctive displays known as surprise on a normal shooting day or specially “roding”, usually given at dawn or dusk. sought out on a dedicated Woodcock day they are certainly ‘special’. 17 digital brochure work by www.digitalflexsolutions.com 18 Explore some of the worlds’ best hunting locations Scotlands’ Premier Red Deer Stalking Scotland Sporting Agency

Red Deer Stag Stalking Red Deer Hind Stalking Date From Date To Date From Date To Red Stags 1st July 20th October Red Hinds 21st October 15th February

If anything symbolises Scotland as much as the The Red Deer (Cervus Elaphus) is one of the Grouse it’s our native Red Deer. largest Deer species. The Red Deer inhabits most Ranging over the high tops of Scotlands’ most of Europe, the Caucasus Mountains region, Asia beautiful mountains for much of the year, they’re Minor, Iran, parts of western Asia, and central prized by people who relish the challenge of Asia. It is the only species of Deer to inhabit Africa hunting Scotlands’ largest and most powerful and can be found in the Atlas Mountains region mammal. Red Deer stalking in Scotland is truly one between Morocco and Tunisia in north-western of the most magical experiences that hunting in the Africa. Red Deer have been introduced to other UK can offer and we have some stunning estates areas, including Australia, New Zealand and to introduce you to where you will soak up the full Argentina. In many parts of the world, the meat ambience of a days Deer stalking in Scotland. (venison) from Red Deer is used as a food source.

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Key Information Suggested Calibre .270 or above. Rates Permits Required Prices on application All required permits arranged at time of Can a Rifle be provided booking. Yes Nearest Airport Accommodation Dependant on location of shoot. Generally we organise accommodation for Flights & Bringing own Firearms your stay at whatever level you prefer from self Please consult with Hendry, Ramsay & Waters catering to 5*. at time of booking for up to date airline carriers Ammunition that allow firearms to be transported. Ammunition supplied subject to availability.

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Roe Deer Buck Stalking Roe Deer Doe Stalking Date From Date To Date From Date To Roe Buck 1st April 20th October Roe Doe 21st October 31st March Trophy bucks are normally found in good quality the point where, with your heart pounding with arable land with a mixture of hard and soft wood excitement, it’s time to take a steady aim and then forest with smaller headed bucks being in the hilly inspect your prize. poorer quality land. The Roe Deer is a relatively small Deer, with a body Either in the early morning with dawn breaking length of 95–135 cm (3.1–4.4 ft), a shoulder height and the dew still on the grass – or in an evening of 65–75 cm (2.1–2.5 ft), and a live weight of 15–35 outing where fading light is your greatest enemy, a kg (33–77 lb). It has rather short, erect antlers and Roe stalk is your opportunity to see the day from a a reddish body with a grey face. Its hide is golden new perspective, as you hunt this most elusive and red in summer, darkening to brown or even black beautiful of Deer. in winter, with lighter undersides and a white rump Our experienced stalkers will use their knowledge to patch; the tail is very short (2–3 cm or 0.8–1.2 in), help you find your Roe Deer – in a stalk where every and barely visible. Only the males have antlers. quiet footstep may be critical. They’ll guide you to 23 digital brochure work by www.digitalflexsolutions.com 24 Explore some of the worlds’ best hunting locations Scotlands’ Premier Roe Deer Stalking Scotland Sporting Agency

Key Information Suggested Calibre .240 or above. Rates Permits Required Prices on application All required permits arranged at time of Can a Rifle be provided booking. Yes Nearest Airport Accommodation Dependant on location of shoot. Generally we organise accommodation for Flights & Bringing own Firearms your stay at whatever level you prefer from self Please consult with Hendry, Ramsay & Waters catering to 5*. at time of booking for up to date airline carriers Ammunition that allow firearms to be transported. Ammunition supplied subject to availability.

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Sika Deer Stag Stalking Sika Deer Hind Stalking Date From Date To Date From Date To Sika Stag 1st July 20th October Sika Hind 21st October 15th February Sika Deer originated from the Japanese Islands in Sika are better able than other Deer species to North Eastern Asia and were introduced to Britain maintain body condition throughout the winter, in the 19th century. Similar in appearance, although especially in habitats that are in poor condition or less smaller than the Red Deer, the Sika Deer has very fertile. This may help to explain why Sika hinds tend different habits and provides different challenges for to be more productive than other species of Deer in the hunter: a secretive animal who will hide at the woodland habitats. Generally Sika are crepuscular first opportunity, an exciting quarry in dense cover. in their movement patterns, visiting feeding areas The majority of the British population is in Scotland, at dawn and dusk. Sika commonly graze nocturnally particularly in the north and west but small pockets under the cover of darkness. The opportunity for can be found throughout the UK. The population is encountering Sika significantly increases at first and however growing and expanding into new areas. The last light when they are moving to and from feeding stags antlers are cast in March/April and by August areas. Seasonally, Sika move less than Red Deer, and most stags are in hard antler, i.e. antlers are clean of do not congregate on wintering grounds in the same velvet. way as Reds. 27 digital brochure work by www.digitalflexsolutions.com 28 Explore some of the worlds’ best hunting locations Scotlands’ Premier Sika Deer Stalking Scotland Sporting Agency

Key Information Suggested Calibre .270 or above. Rates Permits Required Prices on application All required permits arranged at time of Can a Rifle be provided booking. Yes Nearest Airport Accommodation Dependant on location of shoot. Generally we organise accommodation for Flights & Bringing own Firearms your stay at whatever level you prefer from self Please consult with Hendry, Ramsay & Waters catering to 5*. at time of booking for up to date airline carriers Ammunition that allow firearms to be transported. Ammunition supplied subject to availability.

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Fallow Deer Buck Stalking Fallow Deer Doe Stalking Date From Date To Date From Date To Fallow Buck 1st August 30th April Fallow Doe 21st October 15th February Fallow Deer, in their dappled summer outfits or The male Fallow Deer is known as a buck, the dowdy winter coats, are only found in a few areas female is a doe, and the young a fawn. Adult bucks of Scotland. Fortunately for our clients, we have are 140–160 cm (55–63 in) long with a 85–95 cm access to estates where premier herds roam. (33–37 in) shoulder height, and typically 60–100 kg Whether it’s in a slow woodland stalk or a trek on (130–220 lb) in weight; does are 130–150 cm (51–59 the open hill, the sight of their palmated antlers in) long with a 75–85 cm (30–33 in) shoulder height, will lift your spirits as you bring your stalk to a and 30–50 kg (66–110 lb) in weight. The largest successful conclusion. bucks may measure 190 cm (75 in) long and weigh 150 kg (330 lb). Fawns are born in spring at about The species has great variations in the colour of 30 cm (12 in) and weigh around 4.5 kg (9.9 lb). The their coats, with four main variants, “common”, life span is around 12–16 years. “menil”, melanistic and leucistic – a genuine colour variety... 31 digital brochure work by www.digitalflexsolutions.com 32 Explore some of the worlds’ best hunting locations Scotlands’ Premier Fallow Deer Stalking Scotland Sporting Agency

Key Information Suggested Calibre .270 or above. Rates Permits Required Prices on application All required permits arranged at time of Can a Rifle be provided booking. Yes Nearest Airport Accommodation Dependant on location of shoot. Generally we organise accommodation for Flights & Bringing own Firearms your stay at whatever level you prefer from self Please consult with Hendry, Ramsay & Waters catering to 5*. at time of booking for up to date airline carriers Ammunition that allow firearms to be transported. Ammunition supplied subject to availability.

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Hunting in England Deer Stalking dates England Much of our UK sport is naturally found in Scotland but Date From Date To Red Stags 1st August 30th April we have exclusive access to some stunning shooting estates in England that we feel is interesting enough Red Hinds 1st November 31st March to offer our clients. Roe Bucks 1st April 31st October We offer shooting in both Oxfordshire and the Roe Does 1st November 31st March Cotswolds, both of which boast the picture postcard Fallow Bucks 1st August 30th April stone walls and buildings, open skies, rolling Fallow Does 1st November 31st March grasslands, beech woods and captivating villages. Sika Stags 1st August 30th April They boast many areas officially classed as Areas of Sika Hinds 1st November 31st March Outstanding Natural Beauty. With top quality Pheasant Hybrid Stags 1st August 30th April and Partridge shooting – ask us for more details. Hybrid Hinds 1st November 31st March For stalking with a difference we have Muntjac & Chinese Water Deer stalking available conveniently Chinese Water Deer Buck 1st November 31st March close to London. If you haven’t experienced hunting Chinese Water Deer Doe 1st November 31st March the smaller of the UK’s Deer species it’s time to give it Muntjac** All year round 35 a try! digital brochure work by www.digitalflexsolutions.com 36 Explore some of the worlds’ best hunting locations Scotlands’ Premier Chinese Water Deer Stalking England Sporting Agency

About Chinese Water Deer Key Information Suggested Calibre Date From Date To .22 - 250 or above. Chinese Water Deer 1st November 31st March Rates (Buck and Doe) Permits Required Prices on application All required permits arranged at time of The Chinese Water Deer originates from China booking. and Korea, and is associated with lush riparian or Can a Rifle be provided swampy habitats. Smaller than Roe Deer, the males Yes Nearest Airport have elongated upper canines and no antlers. Accommodation Dependant on location of shoot. Chinese Water Deer were introduced to Woburn Park, Bedfordshire, in 1896 and Whipsnade Park in Generally we organise accommodation for Flights & Bringing own Firearms your stay at whatever level you prefer from self 1929-1930. Deliberate releases and escapes have Please consult with Hendry, Ramsay & Waters catering to 5*. resulted in the species becoming established in at time of booking for up to date airline carriers the wild since 1945, originally around Woburn then Ammunition that allow firearms to be transported. gradually expanding its range. The Chinese Water Deer (both sexes) may be shot from 1 November to Ammunition supplied subject to availability. 31 March. 37 digital brochure work by www.digitalflexsolutions.com 38 Explore some of the worlds’ best hunting locations Scotlands’ Premier Muntjac Stalking England Sporting Agency

About Muntjac Key Information Suggested Calibre Date From Date To .22 - 250 or above. Muntjac** All year round Rates ** There is no statutory close season for this species. It is recommended that when culling female Permits Required Muntjac, immature or heavily pregnant does are selected to avoid leaving dependent young. Prices on application All required permits arranged at time of Muntjac, also known as barking Deer and Mastreani booking. Deer, are small Deer of the genus Muntiacus. Can a Rifle be provided Muntjac are the oldest known Deer, thought to have Yes Nearest Airport begun appearing 15–35 million years ago. Antlers Accommodation Dependant on location of shoot. are usually unbranched but a very short brow tine Generally we organise accommodation for is occasionally found in old bucks. They also have Flights & Bringing own Firearms your stay at whatever level you prefer from self visible upper canines (tusks) suggesting that they are Please consult with Hendry, Ramsay & Waters catering to 5*. a primitive species. Muntjac have two pairs of large at time of booking for up to date airline carriers glands on the face. Muntjac were brought from China Ammunition that allow firearms to be transported. to Woburn Park in Bedfordshire in the early 20th Ammunition supplied subject to availability. century. They are now widespread and increasing in number and range. 39 digital brochure work by www.digitalflexsolutions.com 40 Explore some of the worlds’ best hunting locations Scotlands’ Premier Norway Sporting Agency

Hunting in Norway Moose Hunting We are pleased to be able to offer Moose and The Moose hunting season starts 25th September less forested upper area we can use spotters to trophy Reindeer hunting in the North Eastern part and ends 23rd December. The best season for locate game and then sneak into position. The of Norway. Hunting traditions are strong and have hunting Moose is September and October. This upper area is also suitable for hunting with a been for many generations. Today we hunt Moose is when the terrain is still dry and the weather is leashed dog, where the dog silently tracks down & Reindeer here, but it is also possible to hunt not so cold. November and December can also be the game and creates shooting opportunities. The Capercaillie, Red & Roe Deer, Bear, Wolf, Wolverine good hunting months, though the snow and cold lower area is more densely forested and we prefer and Lynx during some parts of the season. conditions can make the hunt more difficult. But if to use unleashed dogs to search for animals and, Deer Stalking dates Norway you are up for a new experience hunting on snow unlike the leashed dogs, bark at the game to try to can be really exciting. The annual quota of 25-30 pin it down and signal to the hunters. This form of Date From Date To Moose annually is set during the spring. Different hunting will get you close to the game and you will Moose Bull 25th September 23rd December techniques of hunting are used depending on really feel up close and personal to the action. Moose Cow 25th September 23rd December the terrain of the hunting area. In the open and Reindeer Bull 20th August 10th September Reindeer Cow 20th August 10th September

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Reindeer Hunting Bull Additional Information Cow Date From Date To Date From Date To Reindeer Bull 20th August 10th September Reindeer Cow 20th August 10th September

We have full exclusivity in both the Breheimen and Best way of travel is by airplane to Oslo Airport – Jotunheimen national parks which holds Europe’s Gardermoen. From the airport it is about a 2 hour last surviving population of wild Reindeer which drive for Moose and 4.5 hours drive for Reindeer. have been hunted here since the Ice Age. The You can bring your own rifles and by Norwegian law Jotunheimen national park reopens this year after minimum calibre is 6,5×55, although for Reindeer being closed to all hunting for the past 8 years so we recommend larger calibres as .270, 308, 30-06 this untouched territory will really be worth a visit. 300mag. For Moose we recommend .308,30-06,9.3 The landscape is breathtaking framed x 62 or .375H&H mag’ with mountainous peaks and glaziers reaching 2,500 metres above sea level.

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Reindeer Hunting At the Breheimen national, there are two hunting Hendry, Ramsay & Waters is pleased to offer the areas: following program in both the Breheimen and The South East park is our hardest hunting ground Jotunheimen national parks which holds Europe’s and it helps to be in good physical shape as you be last surviving population of wild Reindeer which hunting in a vast wilderness from our base camp in have been hunted here since the Ice Age. The the mountains, and must be prepared to walk 5 – 15 Jotunheimen National Park reopens this year after kms per day, starting with a 2 hour trek (good path) being closed to all hunting for the past 8 years so to the comfortable log cabin which will be your base this untouched territory will really be worth a visit. for the duration of the hunt. Only a few licences are available for big males, The South West hunting area is reached by a boat so this hunt is very exclusive and the season very and is the easier of all hunting areas which includes short. a cabin in the middle of the Reindeer area which is The landscape is breathtaking moorland framed only about 1 hour easy walking from when you get with mountainous peaks reaching 2,500 metres off the boat. The scenery is simply stunning and above sea level. really adds to the ambiance of the trip.

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Key Information Suggested Calibre .270, 308, 30-06 300mag. Rates Permits Required Prices on application All required permits arranged at time of Can a Rifle be provided booking. Yes Nearest Airport Accommodation Dependant on location of shoot. Accommodation is included in package Flights & Bringing own Firearms Ammunition Please consult with Hendry, Ramsay & Waters Ammunition supplied subject to availability. at time of booking for up to date airline carriers that allow firearms to be transported.

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Moose Hunting Date From Date To Date From Date To Moose Bull 25th September 23rd December Moose Cow 25th September 23rd December

We are pleased to be able to offer Moose hunting in – upper area and lower area. the Eastern part of Norway. This prestigious estate The upper area is a mix of old forest, marshlands, has its origin dating back to the 16th century. The scattered hardwood forest and mountain. This current operation on the estate is forestry, hunting area is suitable for Moose and Reindeer hunting. and Deer farming. The estate owns about 40,000 There are no roads and the landscape is beautiful acres of land with several cabins and fishing waters. which will make you feel like you are the only Hunting traditions are strong and have been for person in mountains. many generations. Today we hunt Moose & Reindeer The lower area is mostly covered with spruce here, but it is also possible to hunt Capercaillie, Red forest with occasionally clear-cut areas. The roads & Roe Deer, Bear, Wolf, Wolverine and Lynx in some in this area makes the terrain easy accessible and parts of the season. stands can be rearranged quickly. Best suited for The hunting area is divided in to two different areas Moose hunting 49 digital brochure work by www.digitalflexsolutions.com Explore some of the worlds’ best hunting locations Scotlands’ Premier Moose Hunting Norway Sporting Agency

Hunting Moose hunting season starts 25th September to locate game and then sneak into position. The and ends 23rd December. The best season for upper area is also suitable for hunting with a hunting Moose is September and October. This leashed dog, where the dog silently tracks down is when the terrain is still dry and the weather is the game and creates shooting opportunities. not so cold. November and December can also be The lower area is more densely forested and we good hunting months, though the snow and cold prefer to use unleashed dogs to search for animals conditions can make the hunt more difficult. But if and, unlike the leashed dogs, bark at the game to you are up for a new experience hunting on snow try to pin it down and signal to the hunters. This can be really exciting. The annual quota of 25-30 form of hunting will get you close to the game and Moose annually is set during the spring. you will really feel up close and personal to the Different techniques of hunting are used depending action. on the terrain of the hunting area. In the open and less forested upper area we can use spotters

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Key Information Suggested Calibre .308 / 30-06 / 9.3X62 / .375 H&H Mag Rates Permits Required Prices on application All required permits arranged at time of Can a Rifle be provided booking. Yes Nearest Airport Accommodation Oslo Gardamoen. Accommodation is provided in the package Flights & Bringing own Firearms Ammunition Please consult with Hendry, Ramsay & Waters Ammunition supplied subject to availability. at time of booking for up to date airline carriers that allow firearms to be transported.

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Hunting in Spain Spain has become known for the quality of its The “Montería” is the most classic and traditional Partridge shooting and big game hunting. The hunting method in Spain. classic Spanish Monteria for Wild Boar, Red Deer An amazing experience that allows the hunter to and Mouflon is a wonderful experience in itself. have adrenalin fueled sport in a friendly ambiance There is also excellent stalking for Red Deer Stags, surrounded by the most typical Spanish landscape Mouflon, Chamois and four different species of and its delicious gastronomy & wine. Experience Ibex. the excitement of big game being driven past your peg by up to 500 hounds, An experience to live at least once in your hunting life!

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Driven Partridge Shooting Date From Date To Partridge 1st October 31st March There are numerous Partridge shoots in Spain and There is also the opportunity to visit the beautiful we have selected two, each giving a different but city of Seville and some of the great Sherry exceptional experience. One in southern Spain Bodega’s. (Andalucía) within easy reach of Seville. Alternatively, book yourself a real 5 star programme We run programmes here with days starting at 300 Days from 400 birds per day are available. The birds per day. sport will challenge the most experienced shots with fast flying high birds.The accommodation is in With days starting at 300 birds per day. Great the excellent estate lodge,The food is superb and shooting, with accommodation in an historic all services are included. country house hotel (ex monastery) just 20 minutes from the shooting estate. Madrid city and airport it just 45 minutes away and ideal for a short break after the shoot.

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Driven Partridge shoots in Spain differ slightly from the UK in the manner that the day is conducted. A Key Information Suggested Calibre typical day consists of 4 or 5 drives and as the days 28, 20, 16, 12. are still quite long the day can operate in a relaxed Rates Permits Required but professional manner. Tapas will be taken after Prices on application 2 drives (and after drive 4 on a 5 drive day) Lunch All required permits arranged at time of will be at the days end so there is no rush at all. Can a Shotgun be provided booking. The birds are fast and furious and test even the Yes best guns.The weather is normally good so all can Nearest Airport be Al-Fresco. You are always supplied with a loader Accommodation Seville or Madrid. or “stuffer” who carries all you gear and generally First class lodge or hotel. Flights & Bringing own Firearms looks after you,this all combines to give you an overall most enjoyable experience. Ammunition Please consult with Hendry, Ramsay & Waters Ammunition supplied. at time of booking for up to date airline carriers that allow firearms to be transported.

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Ibex Ram Hunting Ibex Ewe Hunting Date From Date To Date From Date To Ibex Ram 15th November 1st April Ibex Ewe 15th November 1st April

Spain is noted for Ibex hunting – another beast Compared with other members of its genus, the that often appears on the ‘Bucket List’ of keen Ibex has a short, broad head and a duller coat. hunters. Hendry, Ramsay & Waters offers you the It has brownish grey hair over most of the body, opportunity of pursuing one or all of Spain’s four a pale abdomen and slightly darker markings on species of Ibex at the best price. the chin and throat with a stripe along the back. A days stalking with a local guide will be an They moult twice a year, firstly in April or May, and experience in itself. Great memories – and great then again in September, when they replace the trophies if desired. For those who do not collect short summer coat with thicker hair and a woolly trophies we offer a cull package for Beceite Ibex undercoat. As with all goats, males have beards, consisting of a a two day hunt for 1 non trophy while females do not. male (under 50cm) and 2 females.

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Key Information Suggested Calibre .270 or above. Rates Permits Required Prices on application All required permits arranged at time of Can a Rifle be provided booking. Yes Nearest Airport Accommodation Madrid or Malaga. Accommodation provided with package Flights & Bringing own Firearms Ammunition Please consult with Hendry, Ramsay & Waters Ammunition supplied subject to availability. at time of booking for up to date airline carriers that allow firearms to be transported.

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Driven Wild Boar About Wild Boar Date From Date To Wild Boar or wild pig (Sus scrofa) is a species of the Wild Boar October February pig genus Sus, part of the biological family Suidae. The species includes many subspecies. It is the wild Surprisingly wary and elusive for such a big and ancestor of the domestic pig, an animal with which it powerful quarry, Wild Boar are beasts that most freely hybridises. Wild Boar are native across much hunters have thought about pursuing. of Northern and Central Europe, the Mediterranean region (including North Africa’s Atlas Mountains) Why not join one of our Monterias, Hendry, and much of Asia, including Japan and as far south Ramsay & Waters can help you find your Boar – as Indonesia. Populations have also been artificially in a hunt conducted with traditional Spanish style introduced in some parts of the world, most and usually in warm and inviting weather. notably the Americas and Australasia, where they We can arrange for all your hunting permits / are regarded as both an important food resource licences and estate rifles are available, or you can and an environmental threat. Elsewhere, such as take your usual stalking rifle as long as it’s .270 / England, populations have also become established .308 or above. after the escape of Wild Boar from captivity.

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Key Information Suggested Calibre .270 or above. Rates Permits Required Prices on application All required permits arranged at time of Can a Rifle or Shotgun be provided booking. Yes Nearest Airport Accommodation Madrid or Malaga. Accommodation provided with package Flights & Bringing own Firearms Ammunition Please consult with Hendry, Ramsay & Waters Ammunition supplied subject to availability. at time of booking for up to date airline carriers that allow firearms to be transported.

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Spanish Monteria Date From Date To Monteria 1st October 12th February

The Spanish Monteria is unique amongst all driven The hunt begins normally about noon with the big game hunts in Europe. hounds being released, there can be anywhere between three and six hundred dogs in packs of Firstly it is a very social affair beginning with all twenty depending on the size of the Monteria. guns and guests (it is quite usual to have wives or friends in attendance) meeting for breakfast on These work their way through the estate for the chosen estate. approximately four hours giving exciting shooting for all participants. After this pegs are drawn and the hunt rules explained. The hunters are then taken to their When the hunt is finished the hunters return to the pegs. estate house for lunch whilst the game is brought down and laid out for photos etc.

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The Monteria is a truly magnificent and exciting Suggested Calibre spectacle and a must for any big game hunter. Key Information .270 or above. If you have a ‘bucket list’ of things to do, this Rates suggestion might trump some of your current Permits Required Prices on application ideas. A Spanish Monteria is a fascinating All required permits arranged at time of experience and, I promise you, unlike anything Can a Rifle or Shotgun be provided booking. that you’ll ever experience in the UK. Yes Nearest Airport Accommodation Madrid or Malaga. Accommodation provided with package Flights & Bringing own Firearms Ammunition Please consult with Hendry, Ramsay & Waters Ammunition supplied subject to availability. at time of booking for up to date airline carriers that allow firearms to be transported.

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Hunting in Africa Our exclusively private game reserve is situated Nyala and Bushbuck appear from the lengthening just 1 hour East of port Elizabeth on the Eastern shadows and most other African species brought Cape of South Africa and is a Malaria free area. back from the brink of extinction enjoy the Perfectly balanced, this is a nature lover’s paradise ecological harmony. Although buffalo are found with dense ravine thickets, scattered thorn trees here, game deemed dangerous such as lion and and open areas making this an idyllic outdoor elephant are found on neighbouring Nature experience for both hunters and anyone wishing Reserves. to view all species of plains game and wild life. Kudu majestically roam the bushveld while Zebra graze lazily on the open plains.

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Your Hosts Accommodation You will be hosted by one of the most famous The lodge is perched 20 meters above the high South African Rugby World Cup winners who is water mark on the Settlers Dam with breathtaking incredibly passionate about conservation and has views up river. Animal and bird sightings along a philosophy driven by making quality and lasting the river banks are a guaranteed occurrence from friendships, bringing guests closer to nature and the spacious viewing porch. The lodge can be ensuring that everyone experiences enduring booked in its entirety or per person depending memories. on the need. The lodge sleeps 7 and is made up of three ensuite bedrooms, a very large stunning king size bed room with ensuite, volume lounge, dining room, bar and seperate kitchen. Male and female restrooms are available and further accommodation can be arranged on the adjacent property if required.

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Hunting The total hunting area comprises of 20,000 have an equal chance, while blinds and certain hectares in malaria free South Africa. Both SCI lookout points are strategically placed to be most and/or Rowland Ward trophies can be achieved for effective. Our hunting area prides itself in the all species and the hunt remains challenging and a “MacNab”, the ultimate test. From sun up to sun soul enriching experience. down, you have the challenging opportunity to catch a fish, shoot a bird and hunt an antelope, all This has been a premier hunting destination for the of which is possible for the skillful outdoors-man. last 20 years and caters for bow and rifle hunting equally. The nature of the terrain and topography provides well worn game paths, while the cover lends itself to walk and stalk and ambush hunting with the emphasis on getting close. Here the ethical bow hunter and his/her quarry

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Key Information Suggested Calibre .30 or above. Rates Permits Required Prices on application All required permits arranged at time of Can a Rifle or Shotgun be provided booking. Yes Nearest Airport Accommodation Johannesburg. From 5* to bush camps depending on species Flights & Bringing own Firearms being hunted. Please consult with Hendry, Ramsay & Waters Ammunition at time of booking for up to date airline carriers Ammunition supplied subject to availability. that allow firearms to be transported.

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Hunting in Argentina Date From Date To Dove hunting April November With elegant accommodation near to the best There are many Dove & Pigeon hunting operators hunting areas plus high standard service makes in Argentina but only a select few hold the “special” this location hard to beat! hunting areas. Our select area is where you can We offer a unique hunting adventure where find the best Dove and Pigeon hunting in the world you will be able to solely shoot Doves where it where the number of birds in this area are literally is common place to shoot between 1000 / 1500 counted in the millions. cartridges per day. You could also combine Doves We hunt an area where the pivot irrigated with superb Pigeon shooting (250 / 300 per hunter agriculture system enables a hunting season which per day) in the same area. is substantially extended due to the abundant We can also include Pigeon decoying in the true food source throughout the year and hence no British fashion which can be fantastic due to the short peak season for our Dove hunting, unlike number of birds feeding in the area. other areas. 81 digital brochure work by www.digitalflexsolutions.com 82 Explore some of the worlds’ best hunting locations Scotlands’ Premier Dove and Pigeon Shooting Sporting Agency

Key Information

Rates Suggested Calibre Prices on application 20 or 12 gauge. Can a Rifle or Shotgun be provided Permits Required Yes - Beretta 20 gauge semi-auto. All required permits arranged at time of booking. Accommodation A comfortable brand new lodge Nearest Airport accommodation very near the best hunting Buenos Aires. places plus high-standard service, turn the Flights & Bringing own Firearms lodge into a hunters’ heaven. Please consult with Hendry, Ramsay & Waters Ammunition at time of booking for up to date airline carriers 12 & 20 gauge available. that allow firearms to be transported.

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Deer Stalking Courses Key Information Suggested Calibre 240 upwards. In addition to the stalking we offer for experienced Day 2 Professionally guided stalking to put into Rates hunters we also cater for the complete novice. practice what you learned the day before. Permits Required Prices on application Introduction to Stalking A certificate of attendance is issued. All required permits arranged at time of This course is also ideal preparation for those who Can a Rifle be provided booking. Course may wish to take the DMQ Level One. Yes Nearest Airport This is for either complete novices or individuals Foreign sportsmen also find this course useful Accommodation Edinburgh. who wish to further their knowledge. making them aware of safe stalking practice and the law in Scotland. Generally we organise accommodation for Flights & Bringing own Firearms Normally this takes place over 2 days. your stay at whatever level you prefer from self HRW also offers, for those that have achieved a Please consult with Hendry, Ramsay & Waters Day 1 begins in the classroom covering legal catering to 5*. requirements, animal identification and safe Level One, DMQ Level Two preparation and DMQ at time of booking for up to date airline carriers stalking practice and ends at the range for Level Two assessments. This can be carried out Ammunition that allow firearms to be transported. instruction on rifle safety and target practice. throughout the year to suit your requirements. Ammunition supplied subject to availability.

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Shotgun Sports Staff at Hendry, Ramsay & Waters are fully qualified to teach and assist you to further enhance the HRW offer you tuition either in advance of your enjoyment of your field sports experience. sport with us, and / or by your side at the shooting peg on the day. For larger groups and we can Ian Marsden has been a qualified shotgun coach provide extra instructors to cover your every since 1983. Having gained over 35 years’ experience needs. in both the game shooting field and the world of international clay target shooting, Ian has won A little good advice can make the difference to the medals at UK,European and World Championships level of enjoyment and personal success on your and was Gold Medalist in Auckland, New Zealand day. in 1990.

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Staff at Hendry, Ramsay & Waters are fully qualified to teach and assist you to further enhance the enjoyment of your field sports experience. James Wotherspoon is a hugely experienced angler and guide and well qualified to teach you in the art of the “Spey Cast”. We offer guiding and tuition for Trout and Salmon with many fantastic locations available on our doorstep. As well as covering the many casting techniques required for differing situations we can also cover the relevant fishing techniques which are essential for both River & Stillwater scenarios. For the larger groups and we can provide extra instructors to cover your every needs.

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Vernon Waters Ian Marsden Jimmy Copeland Ian Carmichael Miguel Sangran James Wotherspoon Lucia Llanza Adrian Blundell Owner Marketing and Stalking Guide Stalking Guide Shoot Owner Host, Fishing Guide / Casting Shoot Owner Host, Field Sports Shoot host Scotland and Operations Manager Scotland Scotland Southern Spain instructor Central Spain Photographer / Spain, Shoot Host BASC Qualified Clay Journalist Stalking Guide Stalking Guide Pigeon Coach [email protected] [email protected] + 44 (0) 1337 840600 +44 (0) 1337 840600

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