Avian Encounters
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Avian Encounters Birds of Prey Education Programs
Falconry & Education Programs for school classes, groups, businesses, clubs.
Our programs are specifically about our wonderful birds of prey and Falconry the oldest form of hunting. We also offer Photographers the opportunity for shoots with our birds.
Avian Encounters provides up close and personal encounters with various raptors.
NEW THIS YEAR!
FALCONRY DEMONSTRATION
2:30 Saturday and Sunday in the Paddock
Falconry is one of humanity’s oldest partnerships with wildlife practiced for over 4,000 years and still thriving today as both a living cultural tradition and an important conservation tool.
This engaging and interactive presentation explores the fascinating evolution of falconry from its ancient origins to its role in modern wildlife education, conservation, and ecological stewardship. Guests will experience history brought to life through live birds of prey while learning how falconers work alongside these remarkable animals in the present day.
Program Highlights
The origins of falconry in ancient Asia and the Middle East
Falconry in medieval Europe and royal courts
Birds of prey in mythology, symbolism, and culture
Traditional equipment and hunting practices
How falconry survived into the modern world
Modern falconry laws, licensing, and ethics
Falconry’s role in raptor conservation and rehabilitation awareness
Understanding raptor behavior, intelligence, and natural adaptation
See birds of prey up close
Observe natural behaviors and flight demonstrations (space permitting)
Learn directly from a practicing falconer
Ask questions and interact during guided discussion
Gain a deeper appreciation for wildlife conservation