Hunting Skills Camp (All Breeds) - 18th to 20th August 2027

This three-day gundog training camp is open to all breeds of gundogs training at all levels. From those building the foundation skills at GAP levels 1 and 2, all the way through to those working at GAP graduate levels 5 and 6 and looking to work their dog or take other assessments such as the Royal Kennel Club Working Gundog Certificate on dummies or game.

Helen will adapt each exercise to suit your dog’s experience and ability, ensuring everyone attending is challenged appropriately and supported to make progress throughout the camp.

Our Hunting Skills Camp, led by Helen, is suitable for…

• All breeds of retriever, spaniels and HPRs, at all training levels.
• Those hoping to work their dog in the beating line or when rough shooting.
• Retrievers and picking-up dogs who need to develop their ability to hunt thoroughly, hold an area and sweep up.
• Pet gundog owners who enjoy training for fun and want to give their dogs a rewarding outlet for their natural hunting instincts.
• Dogs who have been introduced to the sound of shot and are not gun shy.
• You do not need to have completed a particular course or passed a particular assessment to attend. Whether you are developing the basics or refining more advanced skills, Helen will tailor the training to help you move forward.

Our Hunting Skills Camp will cover topics including…

• Hunting skills suited to your dog’s breed and role.
• Quartering a beat for spaniels and HPRs.
• Holding an area, sweeping up and searching thoroughly for retrievers and picking-up dogs, including breeds that do not quarter.
• Walked-up training.
• Marks, memories and blinds.
• Water work.
• Arousal management.
• Steadiness.
• Building connection and clearer communication between you and your dog.
• Work with starting pistols, dummy launchers and bolting rabbits, introduced as appropriate to the dogs taking part.

This will be a fun, task-based programme, with exercises adapted to the participants each day. Every dog will have opportunities to build confidence, stretch their existing skills and make meaningful progress over the three days.

Working at a higher level? Looking to introduce your gundog to game?

Kemble’s Field is hosting a Steadiness with Live Game workshop on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd August 2027. Those booking the Hunting Skills Camp can save 10% when booking the workshop.

After booking the camp, please forward your confirmation email to hello@kemblesfield.co.uk to obtain your discount code.