Attention all deer stalking enthusiasts! Are you looking to enhance your skills and knowledge in deer stalking and gain recognized certification in the process? Look no further! Our upcoming HCAP Training Workshop is precisely what you need to elevate your hunting expertise to the next level.
Why Attend the HCAP Training Workshop?
IFA Countryside is thrilled to offer its members another opportunity to partake in approved deer stalking training and certification, in partnership with Deer Alliance HCAP and subsidised by IFA Farm Business Skillnet exclusively for IFA Countryside members.
This specialised workshop is set to commence the 2025 series of events, promising a comprehensive training experience designed to prepare you for successful deer stalking. Here’s what you can expect:
Comprehensive Training & Certification
- Date: Saturday, 1st March 2025
- Location: Woodford Dolmen Hotel, Kilkenny Road, Carlow
- Time: 10 am to 5 pm
Following the workshop, the associated Range Test for candidates who successfully complete the HCAP Multiple Choice Questionnaire (MCQ) will be held on Saturday, 8th March 2025, at Midland Shooting Range in Blueball, Tullamore.
Exclusive Membership Benefits
As an IFA Countryside member, you’re eligible for a discounted cost of only €130, covering the Training Workshop, Stalker Training Manual, MCQ, and Range Test. The manual will be dispatched shortly after your booking is confirmed. For those not yet members, joining IFA Countryside brings a range of benefits, including essential insurance cover required by Deer Alliance HCAP for the Range Test.
Making Certification Mandatory
With certification mandatory for all first-time applicants for a Deer Hunting License since 2022, and for hunters on Coillte forest property since 2005, the HCAP stands as Ireland’s premier training programme developed in collaboration with key stakeholders, including Coillte Teoranta and the National Parks & Wildlife Service.
Celebrating over two decades of operation, HCAP is your gateway to mastering deer stalking, backed by an impressive legacy of over 3,820 licensed hunters who’ve already benefitted from the programme.
Special Sponsorship Deal
As an additional perk for early HCAP 2025 candidates, you’ll receive a complimentary copy of Sika the Wild Deer – a captivating narrative following the life of a sika stag in Wicklow, valued at €25.
Book Your Spot Today!
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to upskill. For more information on Deer Alliance HCAP, visit Deer Alliance HCAP or reach out via email at [email protected].
Gear up for an insightful journey into deer stalking, complete with the support and knowledge to make each hunting expedition more rewarding. We look forward to seeing you at the Woodford Dolmen Hotel for what promises to be an enriching experience for all participants.