Northwest school of falconry

09/05/2026

09/03/2026

Anubis on the way in. 🪶

One of the best parts of flying a Harris hawk is watching that moment when the bird commits to the glove—wings open, eyes locked in, coming straight toward you.

During our falconry experiences, guests get the opportunity to experience this up close and feel what it’s like to have a Harris hawk fly directly to their glove.

It’s one thing to see a bird of prey from a distance. It’s completely different when it’s flying toward you.

🪶 Inspiring appreciation for birds of prey through permitted falconry and educational programs.

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09/02/2026

Seth. Peregrine falcon. 🪶

There are few things that compare to having a peregrine on the glove—knowing that within moments, those wings can take him from standing completely still to becoming one of the fastest animals on the planet.

Training a peregrine is built one flight at a time. Fitness, confidence, trust, and repetition all come together in the field.

And no matter how many years I spend around falcons, moments like this never become ordinary.

Come experience these incredible birds up close and watch Seth take to the sky during one of our falconry experiences.

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08/30/2026

Some people are part of your falconry story long before anyone else knows your name. ❤️🪶

This is my beloved grandmother, visiting me here in Washington from Peru and meeting Seth, our peregrine falcon.

When I was a teenager growing up in Peru, she was one of the people who always supported my passion for falconry.

I lived on the second floor of our home, and I still remember hearing her call my name after she and my grandfather came back from the market. She had brought chicken hearts for my falcons.

My grandfather, on the other hand, would complain that if I wanted to practice falconry, I needed to move out of the city and live in the countryside. 😅 And, looking back… he probably had a point.

But Grandma always had my back.

Even on the days when all I needed was a little change for the bus so I could get outside the city limits and fly my birds, she would help me.

All these years later, she is my last living grandparent, and thankfully she is still healthy. She still goes to that same market in Peru. She still buys chicken for her soups from the same place—and after all these years, the people there still remember that kid with the falcons.

They still ask her, “How is he? And how are his birds?”

I love that.

And when she came to visit me here in Washington, I finally got to put a peregrine falcon on her glove.

She still remembers this day with Seth.

Falconry has given me many incredible memories throughout my life, but some have nothing to do with the flight or the hunt. Sometimes it’s simply about getting to share with someone you love what they helped make possible many years ago.

This one means a lot to me. ❤️

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08/27/2026

Two Harris hawks. One team. 🪶

One of the things that makes Harris hawks so unique in the world of raptors is their ability to work together. In the wild, they’re known for cooperative hunting—and in falconry, that same social nature makes flying multiple Harris hawks together something special to experience.

Days like this are what falconry is all about: good birds, open country, and time in the field.

Want to experience Harris hawks flying around you and coming to your glove? Come join us for one of our hands-on falconry experiences.

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“Godzilla and Anubis”.

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08/23/2026

One of the world’s oldest traditions is closer than you think. Falconry has been practiced for thousands of years across many cultures, and today you can experience that same ancient art right here in Washington. Earlier this summer, this wonderful couple leaned into that spirit, arriving in beautiful Middle Eastern inspired attire, bringing great energy and making an unforgettable day even more memorable. Watching a Harris’s hawk return to your glove or seeing a peregrine demonstrate its speed. Those are the moments that stick with you. Thank you both for letting us be part of your story and for allowing us to share these memories. If you’ve ever wanted to meet these incredible birds up close and experience one of the world’s oldest traditions for yourself, we’d love to have you. , School of Falconry, Hawk, Falcon, State. (Seth - the peregrine falcon)

07/10/2026

Some movie roles go beyond acting.

During the filming of Ladyhawke, Rutger Hauer reportedly developed a close bond with the hawk that appeared alongside him on screen. That connection helped make their scenes feel authentic—and it’s a reminder that birds of prey aren’t simply trained props. They are intelligent, individual animals that require patience, trust, and countless hours of dedicated work.

As falconers, we understand that the strongest performances don’t come from forcing a bird—they come from building a partnership based on consistency and respect.

That’s one of the reasons falconry has fascinated people for thousands of years, from medieval hunters to modern conservationists, filmmakers, and wildlife professionals.

Have you ever watched a movie and wondered what it took to work with a bird of prey on set?

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06/23/2026

Athena putting in a few lure passes during today’s training session. 🪶 Aplomado falcons are known for their speed, agility, and determination, and Athena continues to remind us why they’re such incredible birds to work with.

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06/21/2026

Meet Seth, our peregrine falcon.

This morning started early, with a 6:00 AM training session in the field. Every day Seth is becoming more confident and spending a little longer on the wing.

Today he climbed out and began circling about 50 feet above me. Once he was settled, I presented the lure and started our stooping routine. On his very first pass, he made a beautiful stoop, folding into that classic diamond-shaped drop that makes peregrines such incredible flyers.

I let him make five passes before rewarding him with the lure. Keeping the bird motivated is all about balance—enough work to build confidence, but not so much that you take the enthusiasm out of the game.

Tomorrow, I’ll let him gain a little more altitude before offering the lure.

One flight at a time. One lesson at a time. Watching a peregrine falcon put the pieces together never gets old. 🪶🪶 Inspiring appreciation for birds of prey through permitted falconry and educational programs.




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06/21/2026

Meet Athena, one of our aplomado falcons, getting ready for a lure exercise.

Lure training helps maintain fitness, sharpens natural hunting instincts, and provides valuable mental stimulation. It’s one of the many ways we keep our birds active and prepared for life as working raptors.

Many people are surprised to learn that educational falconry programs like ours are possible thanks to permits issued and regulated by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service and state wildlife agencies. These permits allow us to share these incredible birds with the public through hands-on educational experiences while promoting appreciation and respect for birds of prey.

Athena is ready. Time to fly. 🪶