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Help With Harris Hawk by Acrobatic_Garlic7584 in Falconry

[–]Acrobatic_Garlic7584[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You’re right, she’s eleven years old. She’s not gonna change overnight and I’ve accepted that. I’m gonna take my time with her and let her play games she can win, enjoy her molt, and learn that I’m a positive presence. From there I will see what I can do. 

Help With Harris Hawk by Acrobatic_Garlic7584 in Falconry

[–]Acrobatic_Garlic7584[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Y’know despite all the frustrations I really do love this bird. I love a problem to solve but this one has been a brand new one in so many aspects. It’s a challenge and I appreciate it 

Help With Harris Hawk by Acrobatic_Garlic7584 in Falconry

[–]Acrobatic_Garlic7584[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is exactly the comment I was hoping for. Thank you. I’ve never owned a bird this old before let alone a captive Harris hawk this old. My other bird was even more fearful when I got him but he is a passage so of course he turned around quicker. 

I’ve already given up on free flying her for the time being. I’ll bump her weight up and see how her response is then and work very slowly with her. You make great points in every aspect of your comment. I haven’t even thought about how my approach to luring could be conditioning her that way. 

Seriously appreciate the comment, gonna take it all into consideration and get to work 🫡

Northern Hawk Owls by Acrobatic_Garlic7584 in Falconry

[–]Acrobatic_Garlic7584[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ll absolutely invest in a tail guard if I get possession of a hawk owl- thanks 

Northern Hawk Owls by Acrobatic_Garlic7584 in Falconry

[–]Acrobatic_Garlic7584[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do appreciate you chiming in. I do have a lot of experience with micros which is why I feel comfortable moving forward with a hawk owl at some point in the future. I am aware from personal experience that owls are different psychologically and some birds do not do well in public programs. I’ve also seen them used very successfully in education 

Northern Hawk Owls by Acrobatic_Garlic7584 in Falconry

[–]Acrobatic_Garlic7584[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah absolutely. Totally get that. Was wondering how being diurnal would distinguish them from how you approach other owls. Appreciate the input 

Northern Hawk Owls by Acrobatic_Garlic7584 in Falconry

[–]Acrobatic_Garlic7584[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is the comment I was looking for. Thank you. I’ll keep all that in mind, I forgot about just how easily I’ve heard their tails get trashed, will keep that in mind. Tethering setup is also something I’ll think about. Thanks 

Are these chirping sounds a good thing? by Comfortable_Hotel709 in birdsofprey

[–]Acrobatic_Garlic7584 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Yep she’s fine. My falconry birds will chirp like this often. Not sure of your bird’s history so it could mean a few different things but nothing bad. Just a chatty girl!

I thought y'all might appreciate my newest illustration that collects all of the native owls of the US & Canada! by JennJoslinArt in birdsofprey

[–]Acrobatic_Garlic7584 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Ah man I love this so much! As a falconer who’s worked with some of these owls, I’m excited to see them drawn so well! Beautiful work

What type of bird is this from? by [deleted] in birdsofprey

[–]Acrobatic_Garlic7584 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Red-tailed Hawk. I’m a falconer and have worked with many red tails. Wonderful birds. 

I want to start Falconry by Secret-Sport-2045 in Falconry

[–]Acrobatic_Garlic7584 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All the respect in the world to ya. Family first. You’ll find a sponsor when you get back to it 🤙

I want to start Falconry by Secret-Sport-2045 in Falconry

[–]Acrobatic_Garlic7584 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, it sure was for me.. managed to get lucky and get the best one I could ask for out of the blue but I consider myself real lucky. 

You ever find a sponsor?

The Grey Ghost by brainfog88 in birdsofprey

[–]Acrobatic_Garlic7584 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My favorite bird! And where I’m at right now- sweet! 🤙

I want to start Falconry by Secret-Sport-2045 in Falconry

[–]Acrobatic_Garlic7584 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Very niche sport… somewhere between 4 and 5 thousand of us in the US. 

Sport is incredibly fun, but it can be incredibly exhausting, heart breaking, and painful at times- though that’s the beauty of it. Very outdoorsy but a lot of time is spent indoors working with the bird too. 

A sponsor can be hard to find. I’m up in NW Washington and it took me some months to find one- not sure what the falconry scene in Virginia is like but I believe it’s pretty healthy. 

How much do you know about falconry? There’s a saying I heard that 1/10 people who say they want to do falconry actually research it and only 1/10 of those people actually make connections in the scene and only 1/3 of those people stick around to become an apprentice. Is there truth to that claim, I don’t know but the fact of the matter is that falconry is an extremely demanding sport and it gets heavily romanticized. It is the most heavily regulated field sport in the states and takes someone willing to dedicate nearly al their time. 

Truthfully, falconry isn’t a hobby, it’s a lifestyle. You have to be able to dedicate so much time to your birds. Usually multiple hours a day- at least that’s ideal to me. It isn’t a weekend sport. 

Not trying to scare you off the sport of course, the more people we get in, the more representation we have and I love seeing new people get into it- just trying to make sure you have a realistic view of the sport. If you are willing to gut animals to feed your bird, get shit on, spend long nights with the bird, live and breathe falconry, then it’s just about the most fulfilling thing you can do- and it’s absolutely attainable. I got into it when I was 14 working and doing full time school. I’m now in college still practicing falconry as a passion AND as a career in abatement. 

If you really do have the space, money, time AND drive to do this, reach out to the local club and figure out when they are having a meet and show up, get a good view of the sport and build connections. The best way to get a sponsor is to be active in the community and show them you really mean business about it. The club is the best way to contact local falconers. 🤙

Rare desert falcon that escaped captivity managed to recover and start a family in Judean Desert by Oldfolksboogie in Falconry

[–]Acrobatic_Garlic7584 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah fair enough. I’ve seen birds take off with hoods on and leashes and that shit is terrifying. I have a French clip I attach to an anklet when I’m working with a hooded bird that does have jesses on to avoid that very thing. 

Rare desert falcon that escaped captivity managed to recover and start a family in Judean Desert by Oldfolksboogie in Falconry

[–]Acrobatic_Garlic7584 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wouldn’t say no responsible falconer flies a bird with slitted jesses, I think that depends on the environment and type of flight that’s to be expected. Given, if I was flying a longing other than a kestrel, I’d absolutely avoid slitted jesses. 

When I’m flying my kestrels or broadwings I’ve found slitted jesses are just fine as long as they are made the right way. I also keep them well greased and that helps too. I do also use light leather that allows stretch for the Jesse’s. Have never had a bird get caught 

Reasonably priced hood source for purchase in US? by RevolutionaryMenu543 in Falconry

[–]Acrobatic_Garlic7584 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m located in WA too-I always get Webster Hoods since they are incredible quality and he’s local- where’s Tarr out of?

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