What is the Alberta Falconry Association?
The Alberta Falconry Association is a private organization whose members are dedicated to the conservation of raptors and their prey and to falconry as a source of recreational enjoyment. Not all members actively fly birds, but many have extensive experience handling and training falconry birds. Some are actively involved in domestic breeding programs, some in field research and others in rehabilitation projects for injured wild raptors. The association maintains a strict code of ethics. Each member is ranked and regulated according to his or her falconry knowledge and expertise. A Novice Falconer practices the sport for a minimum of one year under the supervision of a more experienced falconer; is expected to study and learn as much as possible about falconry and falconry birds; can have only one falconry bird of restricted species; cannot hold a Commercial Falconry Permit. The novice must pass a written exam before advancing. Apprentice Falconer has had at least one year of supervise
