Course in Advanced Deer Management

This nationally recognised course – a customised provision approved by LANTRA AWARDS – is now in its sixth year, and is designed to enhance your knowledge and understanding of deer management at a professional level. Whilst it is specifically designed for those with some experience in deer management, especially those who

wish to increase their professional portfolio, it is of benefit to those who may be seeking a career in professional deer and wildlife management. It is equally of benefit to those who are involved in the formulation and implementation of management strategies, or indeed for land agents and managers who are seeking to enhance estate incomes through commercial deer stalking.

What does the training course include?

The Advanced Deer Management course is delivered by LANTRA qualified instructors supported by staff with industry experience in deer-related subjects.

Deer as part of the wider wildlife management program

Land designations & land-use implications for deer management

Deer damage & damage assessment techniques

Deer impact assessment techniques and equipment

Understanding population & meta-population dynamics

Practical Census, herd evaluation & cull planning

Using the Hoffman Pyramid as a management tool

Large-scale or intensive culling operations

Ageing of live deer, and post-mortem ageing

Reproductive status assessment

Deer health surveillance and management

Habitat manipulation for deer control & management

Park & Farmed Deer