Have fun, learn something new, take photos, make memories.

 
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Interested in wildlife/nature but want an expert guide by your side?

I’ve got 35+ years of experience & 5-star reviews

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I’m Steve Brazendale, The Scottish Countryman

 
 
 

I’ve got more than 35 years of expertise as a countryman and a passion for teaching people about the countryside.

I do this through unique experiences in archery, birds of prey, and fly-fishing.

I don’t combine bookings or mix groups, so I tailor your experience to you.

Whether you book as a single, a couple, a family or a group, your experience is always one-to-one with me.

 
 
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Here’s what my clients say about what I do:

 
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“A truly special experience. Steve was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about his birds.

The archery session was also great fun - thank you!”

— H.G.

“What an amazing experience! I have gained a greater understanding for these beautiful creatures.

This should be on everyone's bucket list.”

— H.A.T.

“A fantastic, educational and exciting afternoon with Steve and his birds of prey! The highlight of our trip.

Thank you Steve, we thoroughly enjoyed our time with you.”

— E.H.

 
 
 

which experience would you like to try?

 
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Bird of Prey Experiences

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Archery Experiences

 
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Fly-fishing Experiences

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Workshop Experiences

 
 
 

I have countryside expertise you can trust and consult

 
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Countryside Consultant

For over 30 years, I worked with sporting estates across Scotland. If you’re buying an estate in Scotland, or you wish to review your estate’s productivity, I can help.

I advise on income streams for sporting estates :

  • deer management

  • forestry

  • hydro and biomass schemes

  • guest out door activities

 
 

You’ll also find me on Instagram

 
The skies over the East Neuk are so beautiful and the sunsets are incredible. . This is the view across our flying field towards the shore behind the 9th hole at Crail Golf Club. . You'll be able to see this for yourself soon, as we're opening 2 B&B rooms up next month on Air B&B. . Come and stay! . We're just 1 mile from Crail, surrounded by open countryside and photogenic skies 😉 . The house is an old coaching stop where the blacksmith was based; parts of it date back to the early 19th century but the rooms are freshly decorated and designed to be relaxing and restorative, with views of the wildlife-friendly garden or across open fields. . We're a mile from an award-winning whisky and gin distillery and from a stately home with stunning gardens. We're a mile from Crail, surely the prettiest fishing village in Scotland, and we're a mile from the Fife Coastal Path and the Fife Ness. . Special rates for min 2 nights, and falconry or fishing packages available, too. . Who would you choose to bring on a short break to the East Neuk of Fife? . . . . . #thescottishcountryman #airbnbincrail #crailaccommodation #stayintheeastneuk #cowshedweddingguest #staywithTheScottishCountryman #visiteastneuk #welcometofife #thingstodoaftergolf #thingstodooutdoors #fifesunset
When was the last time you did something for the first time? . . . . . #archery #trysomethingnew #bowsandarrows #legolas #katniss #archeryexperience #archeryinfife #archer #thescottishcountryman #welcometofife #eastneuk #thingstodoincrail #crailfestival #giveitago #unlimitedarrows
Barn owl buddies. . Photo taken @thescottishowlcentre . . . . . #thescottishcountryman #barnowls #barnowlsofinstagram #barnowl #twobarnowls #pairofbarnowls
Sun seeker was happy today! . Rhu enjoying a warm summer's day. . Was it sunny where you are? . . . . . #hungarianvizsla #vizslapuppy #thescottishcountrymansdogs #thescottishcountryman #pinktoenails
Feathers have a special resonance with some folks. . This collection is my 'imping' store. When a bird breaks a tail feather or a primary, which happens from time to time, it can really affect their flying. . So falconers devised a way of reattaching feathers, through a method know as "imping", by grafting the shaft of a replacement feather onto a broken feather's stem. . It's a fiddly job, and not one I have to do often, but it's a useful option and it always amazes my workshop clients. . There's plenty to learn about feathers - how they are formed, what their colours signify (not just in camouflage but strength/activity) and how they are maintained. . What would you like to know about feathers? . . . . . #thescottishcountryman #thescottishcountrymansworkshop #workshop #falconryinfife #falconryworkshop #falconryfeathers #allaboutfeathers #didyouknow #imping #featherimping
A Countryman through and through! . Only I wasn't born and raised in the countryside... My story starts in a city. . I'm originally from Aberdeen and I spent my early years in and around the city as it was changing from a fishing to an oil economy. . But I always loved being outdoors and was keen to learn about nature. . My father was a farrier and I loved accompanying him on his rounds as he travelled around Aberdeenshire visiting farms and estates to shoe horses. . I got my first job in the countryside when I was 15. I was under-gardener/labourer at Invercauld Estate, which neighbours with Balmoral. . I once served at the table in the formal dining room when Invercauld was hosting royalty, but that's another story for another day! . At Invercauld and later Ballindalloch Estate, I learned from countrymen who had lived and worked on the land all their lives; men who were second and third generation gardeners, handymen, keepers, and stalkers. . From these old timers, I learned about the countryside and how to live and work in it. I learned practical, useful skills and I learned about the old days and the old ways. I still treasure the teaching they shared with me. . I made a good life as a Countryman and now I love to share what I know with others. Especially those, like me, who may have been born and raised in a city but have their heart in the countryside. . If you're stuck indoors but would much rather be outdoors, book an experience with The Scottish Countryman. Spend a day with me and we can fish or fly birds or fire arrows together. And I'll tell you more of my story. . . . . . #thescottishcountrymansstory #thescottishcountryman #steviesstory #sundaystory #whatsyourstory #fathersday #memoriesofmydad #townandcountry 📷 Charles Emmerson
 
 
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