Registered on NatureScot's Fit and Competent Register

Wildscape Deer Management is delighted to announce our official registration on NatureScot's 'Fit and Competent' register, a recognition that highlights our unwavering commitment to sustainable and ethical deer management practices.
Our registration, which is valid until 08 December 2028, underlines our dedication to maintaining the highest standards in deer stewardship and ecosystem management.
The Essence of Fit and Competent Registration
NatureScot requires individuals wishing to control deer under specific authorisations to be registered as ‘fit and competent’. This status is crucial for those intending to control deer during the close season or at night, times that require utmost sensitivity and skill.
For landowners or occupiers who control deer to prevent damage to improved agricultural land or enclosed woodland, having employees or authorised individuals who are registered as fit and competent adds an additional layer of assurance and professionalism.
Our Qualifications
To qualify for this register, our team members have met stringent requirements, including holding the Deer Stalking Certificates and equivalent qualifications. Additionally, we have provided evidence through referees to meet the required standards set forth by NatureScot, ensuring our practices are aligned with the best in the industry.
Our Commitment to You
With this registration, Wildscape Deer Management reaffirms its commitment to delivering deer management services that are not only effective but also deeply respectful of wildlife welfare and ecological balance. Whether working under a general authorisation or providing tailored deer management solutions, our fit and competent status is your assurance of our expertise and dedication to ethical practices.

Our Professional Field Guides are built for those working where deer management and biodiversity protection meet. Developed for practical use in the field, they provide clear operational standards for lawful control, habitat assessment, follow-up discipline, biosecurity and record-keeping, helping deer managers and land professionals make sound decisions that stand up in practice.
Download our guidesWorking with Trusted Organisations
We are proud to support organisations operating across animal welfare, public service, training, conservation and environmental management. These relationships reflect the standard of work Wildscape Deer Management brings to the field: practical, professional and grounded in responsible deer management, biodiversity protection and public confidence.








