Scout Quarry Habitat
2 daysLocate rabbit, squirrel, or game bird areas matching your species capability and local season.
Intermediate1-2 weeks
Hunting Field Preparation Guide
Learn hunting field preparation from scratch with a clear step-by-step workflow, recommended tools, safety guidelines, and expert tips.
licensed falconersfield hunters
Workflow
Condition Bird for Hunt
1 weekManage weight to hunting pitch — responsive but not weak; practice creance flights beforehand.
Prepare Field Kit
1 hourPack lure, telemetry if used, knife, game bag, water, and GPS for long walks.
Hunt with Safety Protocol
seasonRelease only when quarry sighted, maintain visual contact, and recall with lure before dark.
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Planning
Preparation
Safety
Execution
Quality
Documentation
Reference Materials
Flying WeightStandard
Bird at hunting weight shows keel sharp but not painfully so — experience calibrates over seasons.
Creance TrainingFormula
Long line prevents loss during early free-flight training — transition when recall reliable.
Quarry MatchTable
Species quarry pairing.
| Raptor | Quarry | Terrain |
|---|---|---|
| Red-tail | Rabbit | Open edge |
| Goshawk | Grouse | Forest |
| Prairie falcon | Ground squirrel | Desert |
Lost Bird
Telemetry and immediate search protocol — notify local falconry community.
Weather Limits
Do not hunt in high wind, extreme heat, or wet below freezing — bird health risk.
Gun Hunters
Wear blaze orange in shared hunting areas — communicate with gun hunters present.
Safety Notes
- Always hunt within legal season and bag limits for quarry.
- Carry raptor first aid kit including hemostatic agent for talon cuts.