The Deer Stalker
Documentary following Alex Macdonald who, for 40 years, has managed the 3,000 red deer in the hills and glens above Fort William.
For 40 years, Alex Macdonald has stalked the hills and glens above Fort William, as did his father, grandfather and great-grandfather before him. Now he wants to hand his expertise onto a fifth generation - his 15-year-old son.
In this intimate portrait of a unique way of life, we follow Alex through the ferocity of one of Scotland's worst winters to the high heat of summer, as he manages the 3,000 red deer that populate the Achnacarry estate.
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Deer stalker hoping to pass ‘culling, not killing’ on to fifth generation
Alex is keen to pass this family career path on to somewhat reluctant son Cameron.
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Trailer for The Deer Stalker
Duration: 00:21
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Camera Operator | Jack Warrender |
| Producer | Colin Cameron |
| Executive Producer | Harry Bell |
| Production Company | Tern Television Productions Ltd |
Broadcasts
Sun 26 Aug 201818:05
Wed 14 Nov 201808:00- Mon 19 Nov 201819:30BBC One Scotland & Scotland HD only
- Thu 28 Mar 201920:30
- Thu 18 Jul 201920:00
- Sun 28 Jun 202020:30
- Sun 13 Dec 202020:30
- Thu 28 Jan 202120:30
- Thu 28 Oct 202119:30
- Mon 24 Jan 202214:30
- Sat 19 Feb 202220:30
- Mon 1 May 202320:00
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