Activities & Rates for New England Falconry at Woodstock Inn
 
 



All Sessions - General Information
The content of all sessions includes detail about raptor adaptations, conservation, permitting, and history of falconry, as well as free flying of Harris's Hawks and other species to participants.

The registration tab in the menu allows you to view session availability by date, and to select one or more sessions and time slots via the online ordering system. Any session can be chosen individually and in any order. Combine multiple sessions to add to your experience.

Sessions are held in a mowed meadow and grass pathways. Dress comfortably for the weather and wear appropriate footwear for the conditions. Waterproof shoes are recommended.


Scheduling & Private Sessions
All activities are by scheduled appointment and are not necessarily private. If you require a private session, please purchase a gift certificate, which allows you to indicate the Private option at the time of purchase. Scheduling for private sessions must be done via email or phone.
Please note that the minimum age for attending a session as an observer/non-participant is 3 years old. Strollers are not permitted. The minimum age for a participant in any event is 8 years old.

Introductory Session
45 minutes - Available Spring Through Fall
An Introduction to Falconry and the thrill of having a Harris's Hawk flown to your gloved hand! Our professional falconer will lead guests through a demonstration in our beautiful meadow and grass pathwayss. Experience includes handling and free-flying a Harris's Hawk. This session can be paired with our Owl Session, Intro to Owls, or Intermediate Sessions for a fuller experience!
$95 per participant | $30 per non-participant (observer)

Intro to Owls
45 minutes - Available May Through October
An Introduction to Owls. Learn what makes Owls unique among the world of birds of prey and become familiar with this special neotropical predator; the Spectacled Owl. Experience includes having our Spectacled Owl flown to participants gloved hands. This session can be paired with our Owl Session, Introductory, Extended or Intermediate Sessions for a fuller experience!
$95 per participant | $30 per non-participant (observer)

Intermediate Session
60 minutes - Available Spring Through Summer
Meet our Aplomado Falcon and Burrowing Owl and discover what makes these species unique to the Americas. Two iconic species of the North and South American grasslands and deserts. Both species will be flown and handled by participants. This session can be paired with our Intro to Owls, Introductory or Extended Sessions for a fuller experience!
$180 per participant | $50 per non-participant (observer)

Extended Session
75 - 90 minutes - Available Spring Through Fall
Enhance your Introductory Session with an extra 30 - 45 minutes. The Extended Session includes the Introductory Session, plus an additional bird! A Harris's Hawk and our Barn Owl will also be flown. This session can be paired with our Intro to owls or Intermediate Sessions for a fuller experience!
$180 per participant | $50 per non-participant (observer)

Owl Session
60 minutes - Available Spring Through Fall
Get acquainted with our nighttime predators. This unique session will begin with the demonstration and handling of our Burrowing Owl. The session will continue with the flying and handling of our Barn Owl. Finally, we will conclude with a up-close meet and greet with our Eurasian Eagle Owl. Our Burrowing Owl and Barn Owl will be handled by participants. This session can be paired with our Intro to Owls or Introductory Sessions for a fuller experience.
$180 per participant | $50 per non-participant (observer)

 
 
 

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