Shooting

Your trip with Orkney Shooting Holidays will be tailored to you, whether it is your first time or you’re a seasoned shooter.

During Morning Flights you will shoot geese over decoys. We arrive before first light to set up, where we will be positioned in ditches, behind stone walls and ruins, in hides, layout blinds or gorse bushes.

We will call and decoy geese as they arrive to feed. The main quarry you will shoot on these mornings will be Greylag and Pinkfooted geese however morning Duck flights can be arranged when booking.

During Evening Flights you can shoot Greylag and Pinkfooted geese on flight lines back to roost or Ducks (Wigeon, Teal and Mallard) and Geese (Greylag and Pinkfoot) over fed ponds.

We work closely with our own trained gun dogs during morning and evening flights to retrieve birds. You are also welcome to bring and use your own dogs. 

We are happy to help with booking accommodation and travel to make your journey to Orkney hassle free and easy.

The Birds

  • Greylag Goose

    Anser anser

    Greylag Geese flock Orkney Islands during the winter making the bird avalible to shoot from 1st September to 31st January.

  • Pinkfoot Goose

    Anser brachyrhynchus

    Pinkfoot Geese are available to shoot on Orkney from 1st September to 31st January.

  • Mallard Duck

    Anas platyrhynchos

    Mallard Duck are available to shoot later in the year from 1st October to 31st January to help with the species conservation.

  • Wigeon Duck

    Mareca penelope

    Wigeon Duck are available to shoot from 1st October to 31st January.

  • Teal Duck

    Anas crecca

    Teal Duck are available to shoot from 1st October to 31st January.

 FAQs

  • We cater to a variety of group sizes from individual up to six shooters. It is important for us to not exceed this amount to guarantee an excellent experience for everyone. You can book with us for one or multiple days to make the most of your time in Orkney.

  • To book shooting dates please contact us via email or phone with a preferred time period. We will then follow up by email to discuss or confirm dates. Once agreed, we ask for a non-refundable deposit to reserve the dates and this comes off the final payment.

  • Safety is our top priority, all group members are required to read the risk assessment document and participate in a safety briefing prior to shooting to create a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

  • We recommended camouflaged/dark green coats and trousers which are warm and waterproof. A face mask and hat are also essential to keep warm as Okrney is often windy. Wellies or waders are highly recommended to keep your feet wam and dry. If it is your first time or you are unsure about what to bring, please don’t hesitate and contact us for guidance!

  • You are welcome to bring your own gun to the shoot. We also provide gun hire and cartridge purchase. Please contact us to place your order before coming up to ensure everything is ready for your trip.