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YOUNG HUNTERS GUIDE #6

Episode 6 of the GECO series #YOUNGHUNTERSGUIDE focuses entirely on roe deer hunting in the field – a central topic for aspiring young hunters. Anne and Chris take you along for stalking and stand hunting, offering practical insights into ethical and responsible roe deer hunting. It's not just about choosing the right animal and ammunition, but also understanding legal requirements and having the proper hunting gear.

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Roe deer hunting for young hunters – tips & equipment

#YOUNGHUNTERSGUIDE – Episode 6

Why hunt roe deer?

Roe deer are the most widespread ungulate species in Central Europe. To prevent browsing damage to natural forest regeneration and to maintain a sustainable forest-wildlife balance, regulated hunting is essential.

 

Identifying roe deer & selecting the right animal

Christian gives hands-on guidance on how to properly identify bucks, does and yearlings:

  • Based on body structure, head, neck, rump patch and behavior

  • Antler features and suggestions for age estimation

  • Coat changes as age indicators (e.g. yealings change coat earlier)
    Important note: Accurate age determination is only approximate – aim for trends, not certainty

 

Shot placement & legally compliant ammunition

For ethical shot, Anne explains the optimal point of impact:

  • Aim just behind the front leg, drawing a line toward the rump patch

  • Watch the shot reactions (signs), mark the shot location if needed

  • § 19 BJagdG: especially consideration of minimum energy and diameter requirements

Chris stellt seine erprobte Munition vor:

  • GECO ZERO – lead-free fragmenting bullet with flat trajectory

  • GECO STAR – lead-free deformation bullet à now also available in 6.5 Creedmoor
    Both are ideally suited for practical, ethical roe deer hunting

 

Hunting equipment for roe deer hunters

What belongs in a well-prepared young hunter´s backpack?

  • Stalking stick, binoculars with rangefinder or GPS apps

  • Headlamp, hearing protection, ammunition, shooting rest

  • Spotting scope & camera adapter for long-term wildlife observation

  • Tissue paper for marking the shot site

  • Quiet, scent-neutral clothinf & consider backstops when stalking

Chris also shares tips for stalking: keep stalking paths clear, check wind direction with powder, pay attention to sight lines and resting areas.

 

Learning to hunt roe deer – with authenticity and experience

This episode shows what responsible roe deer hunting looks like in real life – not just theory, but straight from the field. Anne and Chris share their knowledge without sounding preachy – ideal for young hunters who want to hunt safely, legally and ethically.

 

GECO ammunition in use

GECO ZERO & GECO STAR – perfect for roe deer hunting
✅ Lead-free ammunition
✅ Minimal meat damage
✅ High precision & instant effect
✅ Tested by young hunters – recommended for beginners

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