Handle Birds Of Prey | Bird Handling | Falconry

The centre is situated in a fantastic location with access to woodlands, a heath and grassland so there is plenty of space for the birds to show off their extraordinary flying talents. You will have a quick training session where you will learn how to fly the birds and some falconry terms then take them out on a hawk walk where you will experience the brilliance of the raptors flying as a team. This is an unforgettable experience not to be missed. Location: Biggar, Lanarkshire (Scotland) Click Here for More Details...

Get up close and personal with some of nature's magnificent and regal birds of prey. You'll learn all about the art of falconry and have a chance to try it for yourself. Your experience starts with a tour of the bird of prey centre, where you'll get up close and personal with different species and learn what makes a hawk a hawk, a falcon a falcon and an owl an owl. Then you'll get expert tuition in the art of falconry and have time to handle the birds so that you get comfortable with them and they get comfortable with you. Next it's time to try out falconry for real - you'll fly some birds to the fist, watching them show off their skills and getting some thrills medieval-style when a top predator comes into land on your glove. Click Here for More Details...

Get up close and personal with some of nature's magnificent and regal birds of prey. You'll learn all about the art of falconry and have a chance to try it for yourself. Your experience starts with a tour of the bird of prey centre, where you'll get up close and personal with different species and learn what makes a hawk a hawk, a falcon a falcon and an owl an owl. Then you'll get expert tuition in the art of falconry and have time to handle the birds so that you get comfortable with them and they get comfortable with you. Next it's time to try out falconry for real - you'll fly some birds to the fist, watching them show off their skills and getting some thrills medieval-style when a top predator comes into land on your glove. Click Here for More Details...

This half day experience will provide a fantastic insight into the handling and training of Birds of Prey. Click Here for More Details...

This is a fascinating introduction to an ancient and intriguing pursuit. It is extraordinary watching the relationship between man and bird of prey - when we visited one supplier, his bird actually bowed to him! - the product of many years' training. Click Here for More Details...

Experience the thrill of handling these impressive birds. This is a wonderful opportunity to fly a selection of owls from the largest eagle owl to the small barn owl. Click Here for More Details...

On your activity day you will be schooled in parrot keeping and husbandry techniques with an opportunity to get up close and personal with some real hands on time with parrots of all sizes. Click Here for More Details...

When it comes to birds of prey, owls are the business. They do everything that the others do - fast flight, precision hunting - but they do it all in the dark. Now that is impressive. It also means that seeing an owl is a rare treat - but on this experience you'll get to spend an evening in their company. Your experience starts outside the centre, where your falconer runs through what you can expect from the evening. Then you'll go on a tour of the owl wood, where you'll see your first owls in their aviaries, and hear them start their spooky evening calls. Back at the centre, enjoy a light snack of soup and sandwiches, before getting up close and personal with these magnificent birds. You'll handle at least four different species, learning all about them, and having some great photo opportunities. Then watch a fantastic owl flying display before ending with a question and answer session. Click Here for More Details...

Get close to these magnificent lords of the air and see the fascinating relationship that can develop between man and bird of prey. Discover the skills required to handle these extraordinary creatures, while absorbing the importance of breeding and conservation. The package includes expert advice and tuition and bird handling and flying experience. The experience lasts approx 3 hours. Click Here for More Details...

The falconry centre is located in the magnificent surrounds of the Leaplish Waterside Park. Share in the falconry knowledge of the staff, who will tell you all about the birds, their eating habits and their characteristics. You will be taught skills from tying a falconers knot to oiling the jesses. Participate in a flying lesson learn how to handle a raptor in the correct manner. With experienced falconers ready to pass on their expert knowledge this is an experience not to be missed. Location: Kielder, Northumberland (North) Click Here for More Details...

This experience is based in the heart of Scottish Countryside hosted by a team of falcon experts who have years of experience with birds of prey. This course gives you the opportunity to share in the knowledge of the experienced falconers, and also to interact with magnificent birds of prey. You will be given a bird for the day and learn how to fly and handle it like a true professional. Enjoy a day out in the Scottish hills and witness the brilliance of these fantastic birds. Location: Perth, Perthshire (Scotland) Click Here for More Details...

The centre will supply top level teaching by an experienced instructor to ensure you get the most from your experience, you will be taught about the history of falconry and have the opportunity to ask any questions concerning birds of prey. You will take the birds into the woods and fields close by to the school where you will be flying them under expert supervision, by the end of the day you will be flying birds from your glove to a tree and back! Location: Skipton, North Yorkshire (North) Click Here for More Details...

Your experience will take place in a glorious National Park where the scenery is simply stunning; this gives you a perfect environment for an exciting day with the raptors. You will handle and fly owls as well as watch large birds of prey get put through their paces. During the day you will go on a walk with Harris Hawks where you will watch the birds fly as a team. This day will give you a deep insight into the marvellous world of falconry. Location: Mortonhampstead, Devon (South West) Click Here for More Details...

Get up close and personal with some of nature's magnificent and regal birds of prey. You'll learn all about the art of falconry and have a chance to try it for yourself. You'll spend a full day at the falconry centre, finding out all about the birds and getting plenty of time to experience falconry first hand. You'll start with a tour of the centre, where you'll get up close to different species and learn what makes a hawk a hawk, a falcon a falcon and an owl an owl. Then you'll get expert tuition in the art of falconry and have time to handle the birds so that you get comfortable with them and they can get comfortable with you. Next it's time to try out falconry for real - you'll fly some of the birds over open countryside, watching them show off their skills and getting some thrills medieval-style when a top predator comes into land on your glove. Lunch is included. Click Here for More Details...

Falconry techniques have been refined over centuries and passed down from many falconers. This full day course gives you the opportunity to share in this knowledge, and also to interact with these magnificent birds of prey up close before learning how to fly them to the fist. These birds are not trained to do tricks they simply mimic what comes naturally to them. All the birds on show will display their natural instincts to soar, quarter, pounce and mantle. Location: Kent, Essex, West Sussex, Hampshire, Bedfordshire (South East) Devon, Wiltshire (South West) West Midlands (Midlands) North Yorkshire, Northumberland, Cheshire (North) Fife, Perthshire (Scotland) Click Here for More Details...