Painting of a gyrfalcon pursuing a sage grouse, by Andrew Ellis
Object I.D. 2005.151.2
APRIL 18-20, 2024
The Rendezvous is our largest annual event attracting falconers from around the world. It is an opportunity to gather and support the mission, celebrate falconry heritage, and honor those falconers who have passed.
Registration is $68 per person. Registration discounts available at all levels of membership.
“Hawking the Greater Sage-Grouse”
Renowned falconer, photographer, filmmaker, and author Steve Chindgren will share his passion for the greater sage-grouse through his photography and film work over the years in Wyoming’s Red Desert.
Gerrit Vyn is one of the most accomplished and celebrated avian wildlife photographers and cinematographers in the world. Vyn will host a special screening of his latest works focusing on waterfowl and native grouse habitats in North America. Among many projects, Vyn was the primary cinematographer for the Nature episode “The Sagebrush Sea” focusing on the greater sage-grouse. More details to follow.
Explore one of Gerrit's recent short films about bird life in the Arctic.
"The Quarry of Falconry", April 19th 9am. This session highlights both falconry and scientific perspectives on traditional falconry quarry.
HOTEL INFORMATION
The Oxford Suites at 1426 S Entertainment Ave, Boise, ID 83709. To make hotel reservations: Please call 208 322 8000 and say you are booking under The Archives of Falconry event. The rate is $120.00.
The deadline to secure a room under that rate is March 13th 2024, however, this event may be full by February.