Professional Level Bird Control Technician

You will require a minimum of 192 hours of Training to obtain your Falconer's License from the MNRF. You will also need to obtain a Hunting License/Outdoor Card. At the end of your course, you will have to pass a written and practical exam.

Join Master Falconer Dan Frankian in an intimate setting indoors and out with two participants maximum.The course includes 8 modules:

Module 1 - Introduction to Falconry

1.1 Definition and History of Falconry

1.1.1 Origins and cultural significance

1.1.2 Evolution of falconry through different civilizations

1.2 Legal and Ethical Considerations

1.2.1 Local and international regulations

1.2.2 Conservation ethics in falconry

Module 2 - Raptors in Falconry

2.1 Different Types of Raptors

2.1.1 Falcons

2.1.2 Hawks

2.1.3 Eagles

2.1.4 Owls (for informational purposes only, as they are not traditionally used in falconry)

2.2 Anatomy and Behavior

2.2.1 Understanding the biology of raptors

2.2.2 Behavioral traits and instincts

Module 3 - Equipment & Facilities

3.1 Falconry Equipment

3.1.1 Jesses, leashes, and hoods

3.1.2 Perches, mews, and weathering areas

3.1.3 Training aids and tools

3.2 Facilities and Housing

3.2.1 Design and construction of mews

3.2.2 Proper maintenance and cleaning

Module 4 - Training Techniques

4.1 Initial Training Steps

4.1.1 Imprinting and manning

4.1.2 Basic commands and response

4.2 Advanced Training

4.2.1 Flying to the fist

4.2.2 Hunting techniques

4.2.3 Recall and agility exercises

Moduel 5 - Health & Nutrition

5.1 General Health Care

5.1.1 Common illnesses and injuries

5.1.2 Preventive measures and vaccinations

5.2 Nutrition

5.2.1 Appropriate diets for different raptors

5.2.2 Feeding schedules and considerations

Module 6 - Hunting & Field Training

6.1 Game Recognition

6.1.1 Identifying suitable prey

6.1.2 Ethical hunting practices

6.2 Field Training

6.2.1 Hunting strategies

6.2.2 Partnership between falconer and raptor

Module 7 - Conservation & Outreach

7.1 Conservation Efforts

7.1.1 Role of falconers in conservation

7.1.2 Rehabilitating and releasing birds of prey

7.2 Public Outreach

7.2.1 Educating the public about falconry

7.2.2 Participating in community events

Module 8 - Final Assessment & Certification

8.1 Practical Exam

8.1.1 Handling a raptor in different situations

8.1.2 Demonstrating hunting skills

8.2 Written Exam

8.2.1 Understanding falconry principles and regulations

8.2.2 Safety and ethical considerations

 PLUS

• 8 hours pigeon trapping
• 8 falconry furniture
• 8 hours of transmitters and gps
• 16 hours of bird ledge control
• 16 hours shooting from shotguns, long guns and air rifles 
• 16 hours of tranquilizing and use of chemicals
• 16 hours of industrial bird control
• 16 hours of airport bird control
• 16 hours running a bird control business 
• 16 hours of breeding
• 16 hours of pyro, lasers, associated bird control equipment
• 16 hours of licenses and regulations

Bird(s): All Birds of Prey