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Falconry Workshop 2021
This is THE EVENT to attend if you are interested in learning more about falconry from the pre-apprentice or apprentice perspective. This workshop will answer many of the questions individuals new to the sport often ask about.
You will be able to meet a number of active Michigan Falconers and their hawks, look at the construction and design of a falconers mews (hawk house), make some falconry equipment to take home and have opportunity to ask many questions!
Workshop Event Topics will include:
- Basic Mew Design, Construction and Considerations.
- Basic Raptor Housing and Care
- Apprentice/Sponsor Contracts
- Legal and Ethical Considerations
- Hunting Techniques
- Basic Falconry Equipment Construction (anklets, jesses, leashes)
- Round table discussion
Registration fee includes a catered lunch (please select lunch type at registration), a printed information guide, and site use fee for the day.
Attendees must be 18 years of age or older to attend. Our event will be under COVID-19 restrictions, so please bring masks and other personal equipment to stay safe.