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May 25, 2021 - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – RALEIGH, NC
Wildlife Commission to Host Introduction to Falconry Workshop
The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will host an Introduction to Falconry Workshop
Presented by the North American Falconers Association
Saturday, September 11, 2021 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Centennial Campus Center for Wildlife Education 1751 Varsity Dr. Raleigh, NC 27606.
Falconry is hunting by means of a partnership with a trained raptor. Its practice is enforced with strict State and Federal requirements in place for ownership of a raptor and hunting with it. Participants at the workshop will learn about the history of falconry; raptor identification; anatomy and care of raptors as falconry birds, falconry bird training; hunting equipment and more. Falconers and their hawks will be on hand throughout the day during the workshop.
About the North American Falconers Association (NAFA): NAFA was founded in 1961 to encourage the proper practice of the hunting art of falconry and the wise use and conservation of birds of prey. From a handful of members in its early years, NAFA has grown to a membership today of approximately 2,000 and is today the largest membership falconry organization in the world. Though founded principally to represent the interests of North American members, NAFA gladly accepts members from all countries who share in our passion of birds of prey and falconry. “Anyone wanting to practice falconry in the state of North Carolina must go through an apprenticeship and hold the necessary permits and licenses” said Daron Barnes, the Wildlife Commission’s permits supervisor. “The workshop will cover the regulations that falconers are bound by, and guidelines for the application and permitting process.” The NC regulations and guidelines that are discussed at this workshop are relative to all other states as well as NC.
- A $40 advance registration & fee payment is required
- Deadline Thursday September 9, 2021
- To register and pay go to https://www.n-a-f-a.com/event/2021ITFW
- NAFA accepts credit cards and PayPal
- The Minimum age to attend is 12 years old where 12-17 years old must be accompanied by their parent or an adult guardian.
- A deli-lunch and drinks are included with the registration fee
About the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission: Since 1947, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has been dedicated to the conservation and sustainability of the state’s fish and wildlife resources through research, scientific management, wise use, and public input. The Commission is the state regulatory agency responsible for the enforcement of fishing, hunting, trapping and boating laws and provides programs and opportunities for wildlife-related educational, recreational, and sporting activities. To learn more, visit www.ncwildlife.org.
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