In this handbook Roger Upton explores the "art" of falconry and advocates high standards in all aspects of hawk management, including performance in the field. There is advice on such falconers' practices as constructing hawk houses, furniture care, and making gloves and hoods (patterns are included for reference). In addition, there is information on techniques involved in hawking out of the hood and in game hawking, together with suggestions on hawking and transporting hawks. There are also helpful tips on selecting ...
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In this handbook Roger Upton explores the "art" of falconry and advocates high standards in all aspects of hawk management, including performance in the field. There is advice on such falconers' practices as constructing hawk houses, furniture care, and making gloves and hoods (patterns are included for reference). In addition, there is information on techniques involved in hawking out of the hood and in game hawking, together with suggestions on hawking and transporting hawks. There are also helpful tips on selecting flying country and choosing hawking dogs to suit the faconer's needs.
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Roger Upton has been a well known falconer for many, many years,,has trained a number of falcons and hawks,,,has authored other books on falconry...is well qualified to put down on paper his knowledge of the birds of prey and how to train and hunt ducks,grouse,rabbits and other prey species with these hawks and falcons...the book ,Principles and Practice has chapters for beginners and advanced falconers..lots of photos and equipment description that is needed to get started in this sport of falconry..an excellent and highly recommended book....
