The statewide organization works closely with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources to train falconers and regulate the sport. The group holds three annual public events. Two hunting outings include a winter meet typically held in Harrisonburg, and a New River Valley Field Meet, usually held in March near Blacksburg. Each has educational activities and the possibility to join a hunt by invitation of a member. A summer picnic, which includes educational sessions, is held in August at Lake Arrowhead Park in Luray. VaFalconers.com
Raptors at the Ramada: VFA members posed with their birds before heading out for an early morning hunt. Robert Gettleman and the Harris’ Hawk, Squeekers
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This article originally appeared in the October 2024 issue.
