NCFG Events
BECOMING A FALCONER IN NORTH CAROLINA! THE FIRST STEPS!
On Saturday April 5, 2025 join the NC Falconers Guild and NC Wildlife Resources Commission staff to learn the process of becoming a licensed falconer in North Carolina.
We will discuss the regulations, and detail the process involved in getting your falconry license. All of the steps involved will be discussed along with the things to consider before you start this journey. Falconers from around the state will be present to meet one-on-one along with their birds. This program is designed for people who are thinking about getting into the sport and to let you network directly with the people that you will need to help you start the journey.
We want as many falconers with birds in attendance as possible to meet the students. We are going to try and find opportunities for prospective apprentices to meet falconers near where they live. This does not commit anyone to be a sponsor, just giving some networking opportunities.
April 5, 2025 from 9am-3pm (approximately)
Wake County Wildlife Clubhouse 1313 Coley Rd, Durham, NC
A cost of $15 will be charged to student attendees to help cover expenses. Presenters and falconers bringing a bird are free.
Lunch will be Subway style sandwiches, drinks, and chips
February Valentine’s Day Meet- Madison, NC
Breakfast at Debbie’s Restaurant and Catering 7:30 - 8:30
(Debbie’s Restaurant is at 123 N Henry St, Stoneville, NC 27048)
-Group Dispersal Via Brandon 8:30 - 9:00
-Hunting 9:00 - 12:00
-Running Lunch (hotdogs, chips, and drinks) at Brandon’s Farm 11:30 - 1:00
-Hunting 1:00 - 5:00
NCFG Field Meet
NCFG January Field Meet will be held at Camp Walter Johnson, 474 Walter Johnson Rd, Denton, NC 27239.
January 10, 2025- January 12, 2025
The event will begin Friday January 10th, 2025 and run through the end of the hunting day on Sunday Janury 12, 2025 but falconers may arrive and participate for the full event or for any of the individual days.
Mark your calendar now to attend.
There are accommodations on site at the camp with a variety of opportunities to fit your comfort level and budget including lodge rooms, budget rooms, and even camping facilities with water and electric hookups. More information and details about how to reserve a room will be posted here soon as well as on our Facebook page.
It's time to RSVP for the CWJ field meet, please complete this by January 1. If you are thinking about coming but not sure yet, please RSVP anyway.
Friday hunting at CWJ is limited to apprentices. G/M falconers can reach out to Bob for offsite hunting spots.
Saturday morning, please meet at Holz Hall for biscuits, coffee, and your hunting arrangements. In the evening we will have a game dinner and members meeting for voting items, awards presentation and raffle. We welcome John Parks as our guest speaker afterward.
For lodging at CWJ, $74 per night contact:
Lisa Simms
336-859-2105
lisa.simms@uss.salvationarmy.org
Camp Walter Johnson
918 Walter Johnson Road
Denton, NC 27239
WORLD FALCONRY DAY AT ALLISON WOODS
Celebrate World Falconry Day at Allison Woods Outdoor Learning Center.
World Falconry Day is recognized by the international Association of Falconry as a celebration of the practice and history of our sport across the globe.
NCFG Members are invited to bring their birds to share our love of our sport with the public as we celebrate World Falconry Day. A weathering area will be set up so that we can display our birds and talk to visitors about the birds, why they are so special, and why our sport is special to us. Visitors will arrive at 10 am. so we plan to start being on site about 9:30. Falconers may join us at anytime during ethe event. We want as much participation as folks are willing. The event runs until 2pm. Lunch and drinks will be provided at the venue for participating falconers.
We hope to see a lot of members in attendance.
The event address is 248 Allison Woods Rd, Statesville, NC 28625
Event time is 10am-2pm for the public.
Contact Bob Pendergrass for any questions at presncfg@gmail.com .
NCFG Fall Picnic
William B. Umstead Park, Reedy Creek Shelter. 11 AM until ……. Please bring a dessert to share if you like, NCFG will provide the main course.
Location address is 1800 N. Harrison Avenue, Cary, NC 27513
NAFA Introduction to Falconry Workshop
REGISTER HERE
Saturday, August 24 2024 - 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Historic Rural Hill Cultural Center – 4431 Neck Road Huntersville, NC 28078
www.ruralhill.net
• A $50 fee per person is required with your registration.
o Registration opens June 1, 2024
o Deadline to register is Thursday August 22, 2024
o Seats are limited so the link will de-activate when we reach capacity.
o NAFA accepts Visa; MC; Amex and PayPal
• The Minimum age to attend is 12 years old.
• Those ages 12-17 years old must be accompanied by a parent or an adult guardian 18 years or
older. They are also required to pay the $50 registration fee.
• Workshop materials will be provided.
• A deluxe deli LUNCH & DRINKS are included.
NCFG 2024 Spring Picnic
The 2024 NCFG Spring Picnic will be held on April 13th at Holtz Hall, Camp Walter Johnson.
Please see the link HERE for more details and to RSVP.