Welcoming “Hunter” for the Summer

Welcoming “Hunter” for the Summer

 “You won’t realize the distance you’ve walked until you take a look around and see how far you’ve been.”

The Falconry adventure took another turn this past week, but in a good way.  With the mews empty for the spring time after the release of Sable, we were thinking that we’d have to wait for the fall trapping season before getting another resident in the mews. Well, life has a strange way of connecting those in need.  A fellow falconer is unable to hunt and care for her falconry bird, “Hunter.”  Our mews is empty and just waiting for the next resident while we fix up the mews with a few upgrades and such.  We are very fortunate to welcome Hunter the Harris Hawk to our mews for the summer. He is a four year old Male Harris Hawk that has a wonderful personality and enjoys hunting and minds well.  What’s even better, is that after a disappointing winter hunting season, we can enjoy additional summer hunting with Hunter, as he is in top shape for chasing after Starlings.

This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy some summer falconry on several levels.  First, I get to learn how the Harris Hawk behaves.  I was hoping for a new experience different than a red-tail in order to learn something different.  Absolutely nothing against the Red-Tailed Hawk, as they are certainly a majestic creature in their own right.  I simply wanted to learn something new with a different bird.  Second, I get to hunt different game.  Lastly, I can enjoy some falconry without the burdens of the cold weather and snow and ice.  Hawking in sandals and shorts sure has the comfort factor going. I’ll post the occasional hunt update on my falconry adventures with Hunter as we embark on our hunting adventures.

Hunter will go back “home” about the middle of the summer after we’ve had a chance to enjoy hunting together for a few months. We are truly blessed and thankful to have him with us.

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