Falconry
New England Falconry has partnered with the Woodstock Inn & Resort to provide an exciting guest experience at the Resort's falconry center in Woodstock, Vermont. Open for Woodstock Inn Guests and the general public who are pre-registered for a session. We are unable to accommodate drop-ins.
Open Seasonally April - October
Monday - Wednesday: 9am to 2pm
Thursday - Sunday: 9am to 4pm
Contact us with questions ~ 802-457-6621
Sport of Kings
New England Falconry’s staff includes professional falconers who provide guests with a wealth of knowledge of this ancient pastime and an interactive hands-on encounter with these magnificent birds of prey. This ancient sport of kings has been in existence for over 4,000 years, and it is both fascinating and exciting for individuals and the entire family. The content of the sessions includes details about raptor adaptations, conservation, and the history of falconry as well as free flying sessions with Harris’s hawks.
Meet Chris Davis, Master Falconer
Chris is a Master Falconer, breeder, and the founder and director of New England Falconry with centers located in Amherst, MA and Woodstock, VT. He has been a licensed falconer since 1979, and has been educating about falconry and raptors since 1985. Chris is the first Master Falconer permitted in this country to offer hands on falconry education. He received a Masters Degree in Resource Management and conducts research on threatened species for Federal and State wildlife agencies.
Falconry Experiences!
Introductory Session
| 45 Minutes | |
|---|---|
| Per Participant | $95 |
| Non-Participant | $30 |
Experience handling and flying a trained Harris' Hawk while learning about their special adaptations, falconry, and need for their conservation.
Private Session-additional 25%
Extended Session
| 90 Minutes | |
|---|---|
| Per Participant | $180 |
| Non-Participant | $50 |
Enhance your falconry experience with an additional 45 minutes. In addition to flying a Harris' Hawk, a second raptor species will be flown!
Private Session-additional 25%
Owl Experience
Get acquainted with our nighttime predators. This unique session will begin with the flying and handling of our Barn Owl. The session will continue with the demonstration and handling of our Burrowing Owl. Finally, we will conclude with a flight display of our Eurasian Eagle Owl. Available April through August.
| 60 Minutes | |
|---|---|
| Per Participant | $180 |
| Non-Participant | $50 |
Eagle Session
Experience handling and flying of a trained Harris' Hawk, followed by a falcon lure-flying demonstration. The session continues with flying our Barn Owl to the glove. We will conclude with a flight demonstration with our Verreaux's Eagle.
| 2 Hours | |
|---|---|
| Per Person | $300 |
Please Call to Schedule this Eagle Experience! 802-457-6621
Large Group Session
Great for team building, corporate groups, and large gatherings! A part of your event that your attendees will always remember! Experience handling and flying a trained Harris’ Hawk while learning about their special adaptations, falconry and need for their conservation. Includes a flight demonstration with our falcon and time for an up-close experience with our Eurasian Eagle Owl.
| 2 Hours | |
|---|---|
| 10-15 People | $850 |
Please Call to Schedule a Group Experience! 802-457-6621
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