Ever wondered what it's like to hunt at the edge of what's physically possible in the UK? The Scottish Highlands hide terrain challenges that rival the most extreme hunting destinations worldwide, and Glen Clover stands as testament to that fact.

My final stag of the season came on the very last day possible, in a U-shaped glacial valley that demands as much from your mountaineering skills as it does your marksmanship. After a bone-jarring journey by Argo up steep tracks, we navigated through pea-soup mist across a high plateau, working our way toward dramatic corries carved by ancient ice.

When the mist finally lifted, we found ourselves perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking an almost vertical drop. Below us, scattered across impossibly steep slopes, dozens of deer moved about their daily lives, unaware of our presence. Finding a shooting position meant carefully navigating treacherous ledges until we reached a small pinnacle jutting from the hillside.

Lying awkwardly with my rifle balanced and aimed 45 degrees downhill at a mature 13-point stag nearly 200 yards away required every bit of shooting discipline I could muster. When the bullet found its mark and the stag dropped cleanly, the real work began – a precarious descent down near-vertical terrain followed by dragging a full-grown red deer across boggy ground.

Head stalker Tom shared stories of even more extreme shots taken here, where he literally holds clients' feet while they shoot at 80-degree angles downhill. It's no wonder Glen Clover attracts repeat bookings from hunters worldwide seeking terrain challenges that push boundaries.

For those who think extreme hunting only happens in far-flung destinations, the Scottish Highlands offer adventure that will test both your nerve and skill. Looking forward to sharing more adventures in 2023, including an upcoming episode on wild boar hunting in Inverness Shire that promises yet another unique Highland experience.

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