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Interested in wildlife and nature but feel under-confident in the countryside?

Looking for a gift for someone who likes the outdoors or trying something new?

Want an unusual and entertaining activity you can do with friends, family or colleagues?

Overwhelmed and need to recharge your batteries and win back some headspace?

 
 

I’m Steve Brazendale, The Scottish Countryman.

I have more than 35 years of expertise and a passion for teaching people about the countryside.

I do this through one-to-one and group experiences in archery, falconry, fly-fishing and countryside way. I also run countryside retreats.

 
 

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.

 
 
 
 

Falconry

falconry with steve brazendale, the scottish countryman

falconry with steve brazendale, the scottish countryman

Archery

archery with steve brazendale, the scottish countryman

archery with steve brazendale, the scottish countryman

Consultancy

Steve Brazendale, the scottish countryman

Steve Brazendale, the scottish countryman

 

Our latest posts on Instagram

 
Golden apples still hanging on to a tree in the orchard but this weekend's weather might sort them out! Cold, windy and a risk of snow later...(spot the dog in a red jumper!) . If we have clients booked for an experience and the weather is awful, we try to work around it, as you'll see in our blog. . Christmas vouchers selling well and booking still coming in - almost full over the Christmas holidays. . Stay warm and have a lovely weekend! . . . . . #thescottishcountryman #thingstodoindoors #thingstodointheholidays #christmasvouchers #christmasgiftideas2018
This customer review from Chanelle will tell you all you need to know about me and this Eagle Owl! . "My Husband booked this experience for our Wedding Anniversary because he knows how crazy I am about Birds of Prey. When we arrived we were met with Steve , the owner and handler. . He taught us so much about the birds then we got the chance to fly them, my favourite being Fergus the Eagle Owl, what a cracking fella! hilarious, you can tell he takes the absolute mince out of Steve, their relationship is incredible. . We also met a teeny tiny fluffy owl called Argyll. What a beauty. . Hoping to book again soon. My 9 year old would love this!" . . . . . #thescottishcountryman #youcandothistoo #getavoucher #owlexperience #eagleowl #owleyes #owlsofinstagram #owlstagram #thingstodointheholidays #christmasvouchers #christmasgiftideas2018
Got a little something going on over on our Facebook page. Head on over there to find out how it works! . Starting Saturday... . . . . . #thescottishcountryman #12daysofgratitude #thescottishcountrymans12daysofgratitude #payitforward #givingback #thankyouforallthatyoudo
Owl, hawk and full bird of prey experiences, archery and workshop experiences. We've got plenty of options for your loved ones to spend their Christmas vouchers on! . Vouchers start at £10 and last for 12 months. All but one of our experiences are exclusive and our reviews are 5-star. . You don't need any prior experience and we supply all the equipment and training you need to get the most out of your time with us. . This Christmas, give the gift of an outdoor adventure and a great memory. Give a gift voucher from The Scottish Countryman! . Link in bio. Vouchers emailed to you or your recipient and can be personalised with your own message. . *All to be read in a radio-advert voice!* 😂 . . . . . #thescottishcountryman #thescottishcountrymansowls #christmasvouchers #christmasgiftideas2018 #givethegiftoftheoutdoors #vouchersforChristmas
📷 by the Audubon Society, whose gift list for 2018 features in our blog post suggesting the best presents for a bird or nature lover. . We've given you hundreds - literally - of ideas to save you time and help you find quirky, special and sure-to-be-loved gifts. . Take a look by clicking on the link on our bio and heading to the red bird (a Pine Grosbeak, in case you were wondering - taken by Donald M. Jones). . . . . . #thescottishcountryman #giftforanaturelover #giftforabirdlover #givethegiftoftheoutdoors #lovenature💚 #lovebirdsofinstagram #christmasgiftideas2018
No filter for this winter's day photo at my base near Crail in Fife's #eastneuk. A perfect day for getting outside to enjoy the views and get some fresh air and vitamin D. Need a reason? Try archery! Or a bird of prey experience? Just over an hour of entertainment and feel-good vibes. . We'll always rearrange expriences if the weather isn't so kind on the day you booked so there's no risk to you and every chance you'll be able to make the most of your experience, even in Scotland's winter months. . If you're stuck in an office or not getting outside enough, why not book an experience with The Scottish Countryman and make time to get back into nature. Vouchers available too! Link in bio. . . . . . #thescottishcountryman #getoutsidemore #getoutdoors
🎄🎁🎄🎁🎄 . . . . . #thescottishcountryman #christmasvouchers ##giftforabirdlover #giftforanaturelover #givethegiftoftheoutdoors
A different perspective of the flying field for you this evening. . This is the first time I have continued to offer archery and falconry through winter and I'm delighted that bookings have remained steady. . Weather is the key, of course, but we're in the East Neuk, the driest county in Scotland, so our chances are good! . Having said that, Wednesday looks a wash-out as Storm Diana's due... . Maybe book for later in the week or get a voucher instead 😂 . . . . . #thescottishcountryman #thingstodointheholidays #thingstodointheeastneuk #thingstodoinwinter #thingstodooutdoors #archeryinfife #falconryinfife #birdofprey #vouchersforChristmas #visiteastneuk #lovefife #stormdiana #dianastormnext
If you follow my Facebook page, you'll already know that Jim, the young merlin, died at the weekend. . There's no obvious reason why and he seemed to have fully recovered from the buzzard attack so it came as a shock and a huge disappointment when he suddenly shut down. . Smaller falcons can be tricky because there's little margin for error in their very tiny weights but Jim was fat as butter. . Sorry for the bad news 😕 . . . . . #thescottishcountryman #jimthemerlin #merlinfalcon #jackmerlin