A Living Heritage

The purpose of the Alabama Hawking Association is to disseminate information to interested members and to promote and support scientific studies, educational programs, and practices which are directed towards the conservation of raptors as a species and the preservation of falconry as a field sport.

The purpose of the Alaska Falconers Association (AFA) is to:
• Provide communication among and to all members.
• Promote the scientific study of the raptorial species, their care, welfare, and training.
• Promote conservation of the birds of prey and an appreciation for their value in nature and in wildlife conservation programs.
• Urge recognition of falconry as a legal field sport.
• Establish traditions which will aid, perpetuate and further the welfare of falconry and the raptors it employs.

To promote the conservation of raptors and their prey species through the application of wise-use; to promote and perpetuate the highest standards of falconry practice; to inform and advise members and prospective members about falconry in Alberta; and to maintain and promote the Association's Code of Ethics.

Dedicated to the art and practice of falconry falconer's rights and preserving wild raptor take.

The Archives collects and preserves falconry heritage and the legacy of notable falconers, including their correspondence, memorabilia, art, crafts, and life stories.  The Archives also interprets significant events in falconry history, and celebrates the role of falconers in the birth of raptor conservation.

The purpose of the Arizona Falconers Association is to: provide communication and interaction  among interested members; to promote the ethical and legal pursuit of falconry as a recognized field sport; to promote the use of sound biological principles and information in the management of raptor populations and falconry; and to encourage programs of public education, scientific study and habitat conservation which advance the welfare of falconry and birds of prey.

The Arkansas Hawking Association was established in 1992. Their principle goal to organize the falconers of Arkansas and establish a respectable relationship with state and federal agencies. The Association became a legal non-profit entity under the Federal 501(c)(3) code as of November 19, 2014.

Celebrating the art of falconry through engaging and supporting falconers and advocating for the preservation of our heritage.

The California Hawking Club was formed in 1971 by a small group of dedicated falconers to preserve and promote the public image of the art of Falconry, to assist in the conservation of birds of prey, and to collect and disseminate information through its publications.

The mission of the Colorado Hawking Club is to:
• Increase knowledge concerning raptors.
• Promote wise conservation of raptors.
• Work to assure that those participating in falconry conduct themselves in accordance with the traditionally high ethical standards of the art.
• Extend to the CPW cooperation, assistance and recommendations for effective establishment of programs affecting raptors and falconry.
• Encourage and assist in captive breeding of raptors for use in falconry.
• Provide communication among and disseminate information to interested persons, club members, and licensed falconers.

The Connecticut Falconers Association was formed to promote the safe and ethical practice of the sport of falconry in Connecticut. CFA is dedicated to the health and welfare of all birds of prey and are committed to promoting conservation of birds of prey and an appreciation of their value in nature and in wildlife conservation programs.

Group committed to the development and well-being of falconry based on ethics and discipline, which seeks to achieve the conservation of birds of prey and their natural habitat.

The Falconry Fund is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to support and protect the various arts and practices of falconry and the cultural and environmental assets that make it possible. The Falconry Fund, Inc., seeks to become a vital and effective nonprofit charitable organization based in the United States to serve falconers on the North American continent and elsewhere so that this art and practice may be pursued without undue restriction and free from current or potential threats by incompatible human activity.

• To promote excellence in falconry and support those that fall short.
• To continue falconry’s rich tradition of sporting flights at wild game.
• To keep our members well informed of issues facing falconry and to encourage them to participate in shaping the future of our sport.
• To work with federal, state and local agencies to assist in maintaining regulations based on sound biology to allow advancement in the sport and keep raptor populations healthy.

To improve, aid and an encourage competency in the art and practice of falconry among interested persons.

Dedicated to preserving the art and practice of falconry, as well as educating the public on the conservation, management and ecology of raptors. Members are expected to adhere to a strict code of ethics regarding game laws, treatment of birds and conduct in public. We willingly assist new falconers and those interested in the sport.

GLFA is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to our native birds of prey and to the sport of falconry. GLFA is very active in falconry legislative efforts at not only the state level but also in cities and municipalities across Illinois.

Organization that seeks the enrichment and good practice of the art of falconry promoting dignity, respect and ethics.

High Plains Falconers is dedicated to preserving and practicing the art of Falconry. Their mission is to foster and protect the tenets, practices and cultural heritage of traditional falconry, and to freely pass on the field craft, hawkmanship, and etiquette pertaining to game hawking in its traditional form.

The aim of the Illinois Falconer's Organization to provide an outlet for active hunting falconers and aspirants to hone their skills through collaboration with fellow sportsman in and out of the field. We will provide a unified voice for legislative concerns to our sport within the state of Illinois, and Federally through affiliation with our national body. Finally, we will encourage our membership to educate the general public about the rich history of falconry, its current legitimacy as a field sport and its positive benefits to scientific and conservation efforts.

The Indiana Falconers Association (IFA) is an organized group of licensed falconers passionate about our sport and committed to enhancing the quality of the falconry experience in Indiana. IFA seeks to represent the interests of Indiana falconers, by spearheading efforts to support and sustain optimal conditions for the practice of falconry in the state — providing opportunities to participate in social, educational, environmental and regulatory activities related to the sport of falconry.

To communicate and disseminate information to members; to promote education in conservation of birds of prey and an appreciation of their value in nature and wildlife conservation programs; to promote falconry as a field sport and to safeguard its’ practice; and to promote and recognize propagation of raptorial species as a legal, viable resource for falconry and reintroduction programs.

To promote, preserve, and advance the sport of the falconry in Kentucky. The KFA is committed to the promotion of the art of falconry through active education amongst its members and the public, preserving raptor populations through ethical and effective conservation measures, and advancing the sport by establishing traditions which will aid, perpetuate, and further the welfare falconry and the raptors it employs.

Dedicated falconers to preserve and promote the art and sport of falconry. The ancient way of hunting with birds of prey. Falconry is the hunting of wild animals in their natural state and habitat by means of a trained bird of prey.

The MF&RC was established in the early 1980’s by Maine Falconers and since then, has enjoyed the membership and support of most licensed falconers. The MF&RC strongly supports and is an Affiliate Member of the North American Falconers Association.

The MFHT is a non-profit fraternal organization, dedicated to improving, aiding, and sharing a common interest in the sport of falconry. Here you will find information about becoming a falconer in the Commonwealth, updates on exciting falconry news, photographs, and links to other great falconry sites.

FEMEHA is our national organization that currently groups 9 civil associations from different states of the republic, plus approximately 40 independent falconers who we are working to improve falconry conditions in our country.

The Michigan Hawking Club is a non-political, non-profit organization whose purpose is preservation of the sport of falconry and conservation of birds of prey.

Founded in 1971, the Minnesota Falconers Association has been involved in falconry and raptor conservation for over 40 years. In that time, members have played a key role in many falconry events across the country including the reintroduction of the Peregrine Falcon and the placement of the state and federal regulations. The MFA membership is committed to practicing the sport of falconry with the highest ethical standards upholding the traditions of old while creating a path for future generations.

The purpose of the Missouri Falconers Association (MFA) is to promote the legal and ethical pursuit of wild game with birds of prey (Falconry). We want to educate the public on falconry.

The Montana Falconers Association (MFA) is an organization comprised of licensed falconers and supporters in the state of Montana. Falconry is a hunting sport that involves the taking of wild quarry with a trained bird of prey (hawk, falcon, eagle, or owl) and requires a high level of knowledge and skill in both hunting and animal husbandry and handling techniques.

For the ethical practice of falconry in Mexico and the conservation of birds of prey.

Group for New Brunswick falconers to get together, discuss birds of prey, and enjoy each other's company!

The New Jersey Falconry Club is a way for the falconers of New Jersey to get together and share this sport we love so much. Here, you can stay up to date with the NJFC and, if you’re new, learn how to get started.

The New Mexico Falconers' Association is a loose affiliation of all licensed falconers and hawkers in the state of New Mexico. Membership is based solely on the falconer's maintenance of their credentials with the state and federal government.

The NYSFA is a statewide gathering of falconers, educators, breeders, rehabilitators, and enthusiasts, dedicated to the ancient sport and art of hunting with birds of prey.  Falconry is a time-honored tradition, based on a unique partnership between falconer and hawk. 

North American Falconers Association was founded in 1961 to encourage the proper practice of the sport of falconry and the wise use and conservation of birds of prey. From a handful of members in its early years, NAFA has grown to a membership today of approximately 2,000 and is today the largest membership falconry organization in the world. Though founded principally to represent the interests of North American members, NAFA gladly accepts members from all countries who share in our passion of birds of prey and falconry.

To provide communication and disseminate information to interested members; to promote and benefit scientific study of all raptorial birds and their prey species; to promote and benefit appropriate methods for the care, welfare and training of raptorial species; to enhance conservation of raptors and all aspects of the environment with which they are integrated ; to enhance the legitimacy of falconry as a field sport through our actions and aspirations; to establish traditions which will aid, perpetuate, and further the welfare of falconry, raptors, prey species, and our environment.

The Ohio Falconry Association (OFA) serves to provide information and opportunities to its members in an effort to promote the practice of falconry and the conservation of raptors in the State of Ohio. The OFA represents the majority of Ohio’s licensed falconers.

To facilitate and disseminate communication and information among and to members.
To promote the conservation of raptors, hunting habitat, and game.
To seek and promote laws and regulations that facilitate the proper practice of falconry, and the special hunting seasons required for falconry.
To establish and promote traditions that will aid, perpetuate, and further the welfare of falconry and the raptors falconry employs.

The Ontario Hawking Club (OHC) was founded in 1984 by a small group of dedicated falconers. The mission of the OHC is to protect and preserve the art of falconry in Ontario by:
Providing communication and interaction between falconers.
Promoting high standards of practice and ethics with hunting birds of prey.
Working with the government and other organizations to promote a legal environment in which the traditions of falconry can flourish.
Encouraging the conservation of birds of prey and their quarry based on biologically sound management practices.

A group of dedicated individuals from across Oregon that are hunting game with trained raptors. Since its establishment in 1977, OFA has spent over 40 years working hard to keep falconry alive in Oregon.

PFHT, founded in 1976, is PA’s original and leading falconry club. With a statewide member base and meets held in a rotating cycle through all the states regions PFHT aspires to be the club that falconers actually want to be a part of! The club works across most aspects of falconry and raptor conservation. From field meets to raptor conservation committees to political and regulation changes PFHT is constantly working to continuously better our relationship with the public and state regulating authorities.

To protect and preserve the art and practice of falconry for future generations and to protect falconers’ rights, we hereby declare ourselves as an affiliation known as the Peregrine Club of Philadelphia. We are dedicated to the art of trapping, training and hunting with raptors. It is also our intention to pursue the broadest liberties possible that are not in conflict with legitimate conservation efforts based upon sound biological and legal reasoning.

The Quebec Falconry Association (AFQ) was recently founded to bring together Quebec flight hunters, namely those who practice the art of falconry.

The Association Québécoise des Fauconniers et Autoursiers (AQFA) is a non-profit organization that was legally constituted in 1989 and whose goal is to bring together all falconers and those interested in practicing falconry in the province.

A non-profit civil group in which the love for nature and the conservationist spirit of our members stand out within the practice of falconry. Both are reflected in their study, research, dissemination and conservation of natural resources regarding the birds of prey of Mexico.

The SFC was formed in 2015 from a group of established falconers of varying levels of experience and widely different backgrounds who were concerned about the future of falconry in the province. Each has a desire to see the age old sport continue and upholds conservation of utmost importance. 

The Saskatchewan Falconry Association had its origins in the mid 1950's when Richard Fyfe and several teenagers in the Regina area started an interest in falconry. The club was officially started in 1958. From the very beginning the SFA set its goals to promote falconry as a legal sport in Saskatchewan and to promote the conservation of wild birds of prey. At that time raptors were not protected by law and the SFA, in cooperation with other naturalist groups, successfully urged the provincial government to protect these birds.

The purpose of the South Carolina Falconry Association is to promote the pursuit of wild game with raptors as a field sport and to encourage the conservation of raptors, their prey species, and the environments we share with them.

The Texas Hawking Association is a conservation-oriented organization that encourages the wise use of raptors in the sport of falconry. Formed in 1970, the Texas Hawking Association has served as an important communication forum for falconers in the great state of Texas.

Promoting education and conservation of birds of prey and appreciation of their value in nature and wildlife conservation programs. Promoting falconry as a field sport and safeguarding its practice.

Since 1983, the Virginia Falconers’ Association has been a group of passionate, diverse folks who share a common enterprise: falconry and a love for birds of prey and their environments. VFA works closely with our governing agency, the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (VADWR), to keep falconry relevant, legal, accessible, and ethical. Among our primary group activities are field meets (both members-only & invitational), working with the VADWR, and educational activities & presentations.

To provide communication among and to all members; to promote scientific study of raptorial species, care, welfare and training; to promote conservation of birds of prey and an appreciation for their value in nature and wildlife conservation programs; to urge recognition of falconry as a legal field sport; and to establish traditions which will aid, perpetuate and further the welfare of falconry and the raptors it employs.

The West Virginia Falconry Club is a dedicated group of licensed falconers who have assembled together to actively promote, preserve, and advance the great sport of falconry in West Virginia. WVFC members are not only falconers, but also conservationists committed to the comprehensive wellbeing of wild raptors.

Falconry is the taking of wild quarry in its natural state and habitat using a trained bird of prey. The Wisconsin Falconers Association is a group of dedicated individuals who share the same views in the conservation, ethics and welfare of our birds of prey.

The mission of the Women's Working Group is to work with IAF to assist women falconers around the world, through education, promotion, networking and mentoring as we seek to practice the sport of falconry as a hunting tradition.

To improve, aid, and encourage competency in the art and practice of falconry; to promote a high standard of conduct among falconers; and to promote conservation of birds of prey and an appreciation of them in nature and in wildlife conservation programs.

To promote ethical Falconry with the aim of being better every day.