HCAP Course

HCAP Training Workshop & Range Test

Overview
IFA Countryside offers the Deer Alliance‑run HCAP programme—approved by NPWS as essential for first‑time deer hunting licence applicants, and required for forest hunts on Coillte property.

Inclusions
– Full‑day classroom workshop
– Stalker Training Manual
– MCQ exam
– Separate Range Test at a designated shooting range

Price
€130 for IFA Countryside members (includes all course elements). This fee is subsidised by Farm Business Skillnet.

Non-members can book directly with the Deer Alliance for €200. Joining IFA Countryside allows access to the reduced member rate

The next HCAP course will take place in Spring 2027. 

If you're not a member of IFA Countryside, join NOW.

HCAP Enquiry Form

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