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[Bourne13 4]

Hello I'm looking for some advice I've always been interested in falconry . I've been asked about taking a bird or prey on (I'm in pest control) and my boss has asked if I'd be interested . Was hoping for some advice. Where do I start ? Is there any clubs ect . I've read about mentors but I'd imagine they are like hens teeth?.

Any help much appreciated.

[j j m 6,540]

go to your local library get some books and start reading,theres some good falconry forums like the iff get on them introduce your self im sure there will be some one in your neck of the woods that will take you out,good luck mate

[Bourne13 4]

Thanks for the info mate I've read quite a lot if books on the subject already but if there is one you'd recommend that would be great . I'll sign up to that now thanks again .

[david901 165]

Hi Bourne

 

The books I started out reading were Philip Glaziers book - Falconry and Hawking

and also Emma Fords book Falconry Art and Practice.

There are more modern books, some are good some are cr*p.

These books are relatively cheap or get them from the Library.

 

But a good mentor nearby is the way to go.

 

All the best

[Bourne13 4]

Thank you for your recommendations .I think I'm gonna join a club and see if I can get me a mentor . Also someone on the iff has offered phone advice and a day out with them .