■ Country minded folk will not want to miss this event

All the latest country sports equipment, clothing, advice and supplies will be showcased at the SGA’s inaugural game and angling show.Some of the leading names in the fishing and shooting worlds will be there and there will be demonstrations and talks throughout both days.

And while gamekeepers, ghillies and stalkers are expected to turn out in force to pick up bargains and the latest gear for the year, the show is also targeted at the growing numbers of people who are interested in a whole range of country sports or just want to source some of the fantastic selection of outdoor clothing which will be on sale.

SGA chairman, Alex Hogg, said the event would fill a gap in the market at the very time of year Scotland’s countryside creaks back into gear after a few quiet weeks, and everyone is starting to look for something new as they plan the season ahead.

He added: “Since nobody knows more about game, angling and the key ingredients for the best country sports in the world than Scotland’s professional ghillies, stalkers and gamekeepers it was always just a matter of time before we organised our own event to showcase and celebrate our industry.

“We wanted it to appeal not just to members of the Scottish Gamekeepers Association (SGA) but also the growing legions of folk who are rapidly discovering how much the countryside has to offer and how affordable it is to go stalking, fishing or be part of a shooting syndicate.

“We’re also determined to ensure that everyone who comes along this weekend will have a really interesting, educational and useful day out.

“To that end we’ve pulled together a series of demonstrations, displays and seminars for you to attend.

“Novices will be able to discuss the opportunities to try new and very affordable experiences and get a flavour of sports which have been a well kept secret for far too long. And experienced country sports fans will be amongst the first to hear of new opportunities on Scotland’s internationally renowned sporting estates.

“There’s also the important social element of getting together with colleagues and like-minded people because the nature of our jobs means that we lead isolated and remote lives, so meeting up and sharing information is a great boost, even if the chat is still predominantly about grouse, pheasants, salmon or deer!