Deer stocks are managed by all the local estates and stalking is available in season for Red Deer Stags, Red Deer Hinds, Roe Deer Bucks and Roe Deer Does. Some estates are very happy to take novices out for their first time; others will only accept more experienced shots.

As with shooting game, the best time to stalk can vary from one estate to another, and you will be able to stalk outside of these times, but you can treat the following as a working guide.

Best times to stalk:

Red Deer Stags	Mid September to late October
Red Deer Hinds	November to early December and February
Roe Deer Bucks	August to September
Roe Deer Does	November to early December and February