41. Online Zoologists: Falconry The practice of falconry in the modern era seems to many an anachronism. However, the care of raptors and interaction with hunting with a skilled predator http://www.rtis.com/nat/user/elsberry/raptbio/falc.html

Falconry Page by Wesley R. Elsberry. Last Updated: 980228 The practice of falconry in the modern era seems to many an anachronism. However, the care of raptors and interaction with hunting with a skilled predator provides many insights into animal behavior not otherwise available to the biologist. Falconry is regulated under both federal and state laws. All raptors in the USA are protected under various statutes; any "take" of a raptor must be done under the appropriate permit to be legal. This includes the possession of raptor feathers. (Actually, the possession of any feathers from migratory birds is illegal without the right permits, which has cost several artists fines and confiscation of works which incorporated feathers.) If you are interested in falconry, the probable best first contact is the state agency which regulates wildlife or hunting in your own state. Request information on falconry, and you should receive the relevant state and federal statutes and requirements, and some states also distribute lists of currently permitted falconers in the state. Topics Raptors - what are they?

42. EagleWing Publishing Specializes in falconry books and manuals. http://www.eaglewingpublishing.com/

Return Policy: All sales final. What's New? FREE SHIPPING on orders of 2 or more books! Beginners' Circle The complete collection of articles from this popular column in American Falconry magazine 1996 thru 2003. Written by William C. Oakes plus shipping and handling E spañol Isaiah 40:31 EagleWing Publishing Last Updated: 07/14/2006 EagleWing Publishing is an EagleWing Enterprises company.

43. Hunting News Ablykhan Zbasov, 30, a coach with a local falconry club, is hunting a rabbit Zbasov and the rest of Kazakhstan s small but avid falconry community want http://www.outdoorchannel.com/News/Hunting/hunt_news_080218_Falconry.aspx

Show Listings Daily Schedules What's New New Shows ... News/Resources document.write(''); Hunting News Falconry tradition soars back By Alex Rodriguez, Chicago Tribune More News/Resources Falconry tradition soars back Hare-raising drive in hills of Scotland Jeep Solar Flashlight Take measures to protect against ticks in the wild ... Youth hunters a bright spot amid downturn ANDYKOZHAR BATYR, Kazakhstan (MCT) - Under a cloudless sky on the Kazakh steppe, a gray hare scampers over the snow-dusted scrub, about two football fields away from a young hunter in green camouflage and the leather-blinkered golden eagle he supports on a thick, black falconer's gauntlet. Ablykhan Zbasov, 30, a coach with a local falconry club, is hunting a rabbit from horseback with his trained golden eagle named Konyrshker in Andykozhar Batyr, Kazakhstan. (Vladimir Bakhurevich/Chicago Tribune/MCT) The hunter gently pulls off the eagle's hood. The bird's gaze swivels from one end of the horizon to the other, stopping momentarily to spy the hare in the distance. With a shout, "Hah!" he releases the eagle. It ascends with two flaps of its 5-foot wingspan, then swoops downward in a blink-of-an-eye glide that ends with the bird's 3-inch talons clutching the rabbit's head. Later, at the top of a lone hillock, the hunter, Ablykhan Zbasov, explains what tethers him to a sport practiced by his forefathers more than 3,000 years ago, a casualty of the Soviet era now gradually making its way back to the Kazakh plains.

44. DEP Falconry In Connecticut CT DEPWildlife Division Information about falconry in Connecticut.......falconry in Connecticut Abstract http://www.ct.gov/Dep/cwp/view.asp?a=2700&q=323360&depNav_GID=1633

45. Falconry/Hawking Poodles and/or protoPoodles are a frequent sight in falconry/hawking scenes memorialized in huge wool or wool/silk tapestry hangings which kept great http://www.poodlehistory.org/PFANDH.HTM

Falconry / Hawking Poodles and/or proto-Poodles are a frequent sight in falconry/hawking scenes memorialized in huge wool or wool/silk tapestry hangings which kept great houses as cozy as possible in the High Middle Ages and Renaissance (see "...Visuals" ). These Poodles (proto-Poodles?) are easy to spot when they wear a moderate version of our "show coat", which was then a warmer-weather working clip. They're not so easy to spot when they wear a 15th or 16th century cool-weather shaggy coat. For an 18th-century image, see Oudry's Oiseau de proie touchant sur des canards qui se cachent dans les roseaux , in which a parti-coloured Poodle flushes several puddle ducks from cover for the convenience of the bird of prey who soars close overhead. The enormous tapestries were manufactured in factories, their creation guided by cartoons, which might be repeated or approximately copied. Although the tapestries contain fantastic elements (for example, carpets of flowers and the occasional unicorn), in relation to practical matters with which then-viewers were completely familiar (and in relation to which their imaginations would scorn to take flight), for example, practical details of falconry, the tapestries provide a reliable retroscope. We can be confident that these proto-Poodles were present in reality and making themselves useful. But how? Read on... About falconry Falconry was from the earliest times one of the chief sports of royalty and the nobility; it spread geographically from Asia to eastern Europe, western Europe (and thence to the Americas). It was most broadly popular in the late Middle Ages and Renaissance; towards the middle of the 17th century falconry began to decline, even as the pot-hunter realized the advantages of the gun (see

46. Buteo Books: Falconry - Bird Books, Ornithology Texts, Birding Gear BEEBE, Frank L. The Compleat Falconer. Hancock House, 1992. A contemporary summation of the sport, where it has been and where it is going. http://www.buteobooks.com/falconry.html

Catalog Subjects Falconry Also see Birds of Prey Out-of-Print/Rare Falconry Collections FALCONRY The titles listed under these headings are BRAND NEW books listed alphabetically by author. Price is for the cloth (hardback) edition unless indicated otherwise. Buteo Books makes every effort to keep these titles in stock, but both price and availability are subject to change. 900. ANDERSSON, Henrik. Books on Hawking in the Library of the Royal Armoury (Stockholm) 26-201. ARENT, Lori. Reconditioning Raptors: A Manual for the Creance (Line) Technique . The Raptor Center, 2001. A how-to guide to the use of creance flying in the physical reconditioning of a raptor. 63 pp. Spiral. 901. BEEBE, Frank L. The Compleat Falconer . Hancock House, 1992. A contemporary summation of the sport, where it has been and where it is going. Thirty-two color plates. 334 pp. 902. BEEBE, Frank L. A Falconry Manual 903. Beebe, Frank L. and Harold M. WEBSTER. Currently unavailable BIRD, David M. and Keith L. Bildstein, editors. Raptor Research and Management Techniques Hancock House, 2008. Not intended to be an all-inclusive manual or detailed how-to book, but rather a review of the state of the art in raptor research, with up-to-date information on various techniques that is designed to provide readers with a general overview of the field. Illustrated with photos and drawings. 464 pp. Paperback.

47. Falconry In 1997 I became a falconer. I spent much of the year before that studying a lot of available literature; went to the State Dept. of Fish And Game and took http://www.golden-eagle.org/Falconry1.htm

Falconry In 1997 I became a falconer. I spent much of the year before that studying a lot of available literature; went to the State Dept. of Fish And Game and took the falconry exam, found another falconer to be my sponsor for the two year apprenticeship period, built a mews (hawk house) and weathering area, built or purchased the large collection of necessary equipment and supplies, laid in a supply of high quality hawk food, had the inspections done, sent in checks to various state and federal agencies, and waited. And waited. And finally received my apprentice falconry license in the mail! And all that was the easy part. Doing all that earned me the right to go out and get myself a hawk, which I did the second week of October. Her name is Kiera, and she's a passage (or first year) Red-tailed hawk (Buteo Jamaciencis). Here are some photos of her and some stories about our adventures together. Here's the first photo of us taken just after her capture Here's another shot of those first few minutes. A closeup at home.

48. What Can You Tell Me About Falconry? - Raptor Center At The University Of Minnes What can you tell me about falconry? Raptor Center at the University of Minnesota. The Raptor Center at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary http://www.cvm.umn.edu/raptor/education/faqs/falconry/home.html

Return to: College of Veterinary Medicine Academic Health Center myU U of M Home ... Raptor Home College Links News and Events Job Opportunities Contact the College Directions to the College ... Frequently Asked Questions > What can you tell me about falconry? What can you tell me about falconry? The sport of falconry dates back approximately 4,000 years and involves team hunting between humans and animals. It can be defined as "the taking of wild quarry in its natural state and habitat by means of a trained raptor." Once nicknamed "the sport of kings," falconry was practiced by nobility in many cultures, and the type of bird you owned represented your class. For example, as decreed by King Henry VIII, kings flew gyrfalcons, while servants flew kestrels. Today, falconry is still practiced worldwide, and active falconry clubs can be found in many countries, including the United States. How do I become a falconer? Falconry requires a significant commitment of time, money, and energy. A falconer must be able to commit 365 days a year to the care, maintenance, and training of his or her bird. Birds of prey require specific food (rat, quail, pheasant, or rabbit), shelter, and equipment, and depending where you live, hunting may involve daily travel. Medical care for the bird in the case of an injury or illness may be costly. It is important to have access to land with the appropriate habitat type for the bird species you are training. For example, a falconer hunting with a red-tailed hawk needs ready access to a number of good fields where rabbits can be consistently found.

49. Falconry - Nongame Wildlife Program: Minnesota DNR The sport of falconry is the oldest form of team hunting between humans and animals. Although falconry is believed to have originated in China, http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/eco/nongame/falconry/index.html

search a-z list calendar news ... Nongame Wildlife Falconry Main page Falconry permits Classes of falconers Recommended reading Nongame Wildlife Program Main page Donating to Nongame Wildlife State Wildlife Grants Wildlife rehabilitation Falconry Trumpeter Swan Restoration Project Watchable Wildlife Projects Project Wild ... Research reports Falconry The sport of falconry is the oldest form of team hunting between humans and animals. Although falconry is believed to have originated in China, the first recorded evidence of falconry appears in paintings from Persia made 4,000 years ago. Popular in the Middle Ages, hunting with birds of prey is a sport still enjoyed today. European nobles had little notion as to why the hawk would willingly hunt at their side. These details were left to their falconer. But, today the modern falconer must be able to trap, train and provide care for their own hawks. Today the average falconer may spend two years training a raptor before it is ready to hunt. Training is an ongoing process that continues throughout the bird's life span. For every hour spent in the field there are a hundred hours spent in the care and training of the hawk. Successful hunting is not the major thrust of falconry. The average hawk takes 30 to 50 flights before it catches anything. The real thrill of hunting with a raptor is watching its magnificent flight and enjoying time in the outdoors.

50. Webster Falconry Hoods Due to the constraints of family, work and falconry I am no longer accepting any new clients for the 2007 year. All current clients may still place orders. http://www.websterhoods.com/

Welcome and thank you for visiting! My name is Scott Webster and I make Dutch hoods for falcons. I cater to falconers who are looking for high quality and well fitting hoods. All of my products are guaranteed. Please take some time and look at the Gallery page; there you will find hoods from the basic design to the custom special order. Due to the constraints of family, work and falconry I am no longer accepting any new clients for the 2007 year. All current clients may still place orders. I have determined this route so that I can still produce a quality product for those falconers that I have served in the past. I apologize but thank you for visiting the website If you have any questions please feel free to contact me. This site is a member of WebRing. To browse visit here Webmaster

51. International Falconer Magazine. Covering Falconry Worldwide. www.intfalconer.net/ 2k - falconer with his bird. And yet, this was not the original form http://www.intfalconer.net/

52. Western Sporting: The Most Complete And Competitive Source For Falconry Equipmen Our list is extensive and our service is top notch. falconry equipment, falconry books, falconry videos, falconry dvds, falconry telemetry. http://www.westernsporting.com/

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53. Home Features photos of birds, members, and events. Also offers a Virginia state licensing information. http://vafalconry.swva.net/

Welcome to the Virginia Falconers Association Updated 1/27/08 NAFA Winchester Meet information posted Pic of the Week Frak Ray's male Kestrel with starling The Harrisonburg Meet was a huge success. We will have some pictures posted shortly so check back soon. The VFA has a new online store!!! Now you can buy all sorts of merchandise with the club logo on it including mugs, note pads, T-Shirts and much more. Be aware when buying apparel that there are several different grades available. For instance there is a "Value T-Shirt" a "Fitted T-Shirt" and a "T-Shirt" all with different cotton counts. Click on the link below and you can start buying club merchandise. Thank you for visiting the Virginia Falconers Association's website. Falconry is a traditional way of pursuing game with trained raptors and has a 4000 year heritage. Our members are sportsman, falconry/raptor educators, breeders and conservationists. You can learn more about falconry on our History of Falconry, Falconry Today and Becoming a Falconer pages. Our club meets several times a year and family members and guests are always welcome to attend. Check out our

54. Pennsylvania Game Commission - State Wildlife Management Agency History of falconry Abstract falconry is the art/sport of hunting wild prey with trained Little is known about the early history of falconry in Africa. http://www.pgc.state.pa.us/pgc/cwp/view.asp?a=522&q=172826

55. Wildlife: The Art Of Falconry | Newsweek The Good Life | Newsweek.com Newsweek magazine online plus daily news, features and commentary from our global network of correspondents. http://www.newsweek.com/id/120114

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56. Exam For Falconry Apprentice License Scheduled - NYS Dept. Of Environmental Cons Applicants must be at least 14 years old, possess a valid New York State smallgame hunting license and maintain DEC-approved facilities for housing http://www.dec.ny.gov/environmentdec/42194.html

Skip to content Printer-friendly Printer-friendly Subject Index A-Z Search: Home Public Involvement and News Environment DEC 2008 Environment DEC Archive ... Skip to main navigation Environment DEC From the March 2008 issue Exam for Falconry Apprentice License Scheduled The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has announced that the examination for individuals seeking an apprentice license to practice the sport of falconry has been scheduled for Friday, April 25, 2008. Applications for this free, written examination are available from DEC. The deadline for applying to take the exam is April 4, 2008. Apprentices may possess either an American kestrel like this one or a red-tailed hawk - photo courtesy of USFWS Falconry has a rich history and tradition throughout the world. In the United States, recognition and acceptance of falconry as a sport is promoted primarily through the efforts of dedicated enthusiasts. In New York State, the tradition is continued by 200 licensed falconers. Falconry is a demanding sport which requires a significant commitment in time and effort. The novice must be prepared to accept the responsibility that is part of falconry. Applicants To qualify for the DEC Apprentice Falconry License, applicants must be at least 14 years of age, possess a valid New York State small-game hunting license and maintain DEC-approved facilities for housing raptors. All applicants will be sent a letter of confirmation with a list of locations around the state where the test will be given. The test is from 10 AM to noon on Friday, April 25. The cost of a two-year falconry license is $20. More information about the falconry exam may be obtained by calling 518-402-8985 or by writing to: Falconry, NYSDEC, Special Licenses Unit, 625 Broadway, Albany, NY 12233.

57. Firearms, Bow, And Falconry Regulations: Guide To Hunting & Trapping In Maryland falconry Regulations. Hunting with birds of prey is permitted one half hour A Maryland Migratory Game Bird Stamp and a falconry Permit are required to http://www.dnr.state.md.us/huntersguide/weapon.asp

DNR Home Game Mammals Game Birds The Game Program ... Contact Us Firearms, Bow, and Falconry Regulations Shotgun Regulations Shotguns may be used to hunt forest and upland game, coyote, fisher, fox, nutria, opossum, raccoon, skunk, woodchuck and migratory game birds, with the restriction that the magazine and chamber must be capable of holding no more than 3 shells total except for deer hunting, where the number of shells is restricted to 8. Shotguns larger than 10 gauge may not be used to hunt waterfowl and coots. Nontoxic shot larger than No. T (.20 inches in diameter) may not be used to hunt waterfowl and coots. The possession or use of lead shotgun ammunition while hunting waterfowl, coots, snipe, and rails is prohibited. Deer hunters using shotguns must use a pumpkin ball, rifled slug or sabot. Buckshot may not be used to hunt deer except in Dorchester County, where #1 size buckshot or larger may be used. The use of shotguns smaller than 20 gauge for deer hunting is not permitted. A person hunting turkey in the spring season shall be restricted to only using shot sizes #4, #5, or #6. A person hunting turkey in the fall season shall be restricted to only using shot sizes #4, #5, or #6 or a single projectile.

58. Home Of FalconryBooks.Com, Where We Sell Directly To You, And Ship Right Now. falconryBooks.com has the largest list of specialized books, videos and DVDs on raptors available for falconers, rehabilitators, zoos, libraries and bird http://falconrybooks.com/

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59. Electronic Zoo / NetVet Veterinary Resources - Bird Sites AFO Association of Field Ornithologists Alaska Bird Observatory Alaska Raptor Rehabilitation Center alt.org.audubon alt.sport.falconry http://netvet.wustl.edu/birds.htm

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60. Photopositive On the subject of other ventures, there are still spaces available for the falconry Day I am running for Andy Rouse on the 11th March only a week or two http://photopositive.blogtog.com/archives/6358_1558442653/213996

About Me... Subscribe by email Galleries Abstract Nature People Places ... Sports Links Training Photopositive EOS Magazine EOS Forums ... Subscribe var sc_project=2263245; var sc_invisible=1; var sc_partition=20; var sc_security="441900a4"; 28 February, 2007 Falconry days :Previous: :Main: :Next: Well, the annual UK photography fest that is Focus is nearly over for another year. Once again, many visitors complained about the lack of a Canon stand, especially as it meant they couldn't get their hands on the new 1D Mark III. That said, it didn't seem to matter much as all the retailers I spoke to had taken quite a few orders for it already...even without people being able to see it! Personally it was a good show. I made quite a few new contacts and there are some very interesting business opportunities lining up. Combined with other ventures I have going on, it should be a big year. On the subject of other ventures, there are still spaces available for the Falconry Day I am running for Andy Rouse on the 11th March - only a week or two away. If you want to come along and get close to vultures, owls and eagles, all under the expert control of Geoff our falconer, then hop along to Andy's site and book up. There are only a few places left, so you'll want to be quick. While you're there, check out the other courses we've got lined up as the year progresses.

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