Contestants Vie to Become ‘Stag-Calling Champion’ in Centuries-Old German Tradition

In Dortmund, Germany, this year’s annual ‘stag-calling’ contest is underway. The aim is not to land a stag but the coveted title of “stag calling champion.” This year’s competition features eight competitors across three disciplines. The hunters use horns, shells, glass and diverse sound amplifiers to recreate the most realistic sounds of the deer.