Who can become a falconer?
Alberta government regulations idicate that in oder to obtain or hold a Falconry Permit, an individual must have Alberta resident status for a minimum of six months, be at least 14 years of age (an individual who is under 16 years of age must be authorized in writing by their parent of guardian to hold that license), will construct a housing facility that is approved by the Minister, must be a member of the Alberta Falconry Association and, must enter the apprenticeship scheme which restricts the species and number of raptorial birds one may possess. However, falconry is not for everyone. There is no field sport and are very few hobbies that require more devotion of time and attention than falconry. This is often the most underestimated demand of the sport to newcomers. Furthermore, not everyone is, by their nature, capable of handling raptors. If your interest in the art of falconry is primarily to take game, then do not try falconry. If you’re attraction to falconry is that it is an
