The British School of Falconry

The British School of Falconry is the nation's first school of its kind to offer hands-on lessons with trained birds of prey. Guests at the Equinox are invited to try one of the world's oldest sports in the beautiful setting of Hildene Meadows and enhance their appreciation of these magnificent birds. During a session, guests will learn to handle and fly Harris hawks. Introductory lessons, "hawk walks" and hunts are all offered to give guests the opportunity to appreciate these amazing animals.

Please note: Handling of the hawks is for ages 12 years and older.

To book a course, call 802-362-4780.

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Indoor "Winter" Introductory Lesson

In this hands-on introduction to the art of falconry, you are taught to handle a Harris hawk in the comfort of the hawk barn. See below for pricing.

Introductory Lesson

This introduction provides hands-on learning, equipping the student to both handle and fly a Harris hawk. One non-participant may view the lesson for free, but each additional non-participant will be charged a $35 fee.

Hawk Walk

During this session, guests free fly Harris hawks along The Equinox' scenic trails. Guests are required to have taken a lesson prior to participating in a Hawk Walk. One free non-participant. Additional spectators $50 each.

Introductory Lesson with Hawk Walk

Combine an Introductory lesson with a Hawk Walk and receive a special discount.

Hunting

Enjoy a hunting session during which Harris hawks are flown at partridge, quail, rabbit, or other game in season. Please call for details.

Falconry and Archery Lesson

A chance to learn two ancient sports back-to-back for a discounted rate. The archery lesson instructs guests in the safe use of recurve bows on our purpose-built archery range.

Falconry Combo and Archery Lesson

Combines an introductory lesson in archery with the falconry lesson and Hawk Walk.

Lesson	Duration	Price Per Guest	Price Per Non-Participant
Indoor "Winter" Introductory Lesson	30 min.	$70	1st person FREE; Each additional person $35
Introductory Lesson	45 min.	$110	1st person FREE; Each additional person $35
Hawk Walk	One hour	$180	1st person free. Each additional person $50.
Introductory Lesson with Hawk walk	1 hr 45 min.	$270	First person free. Each additional person $85
Falconry and Archery Lesson	1 hr 30 min.	$185	1 free non-participant
Falconry Combo and Archery Lesson	2 hr 30 min.	$345	1 free non-participant

Introductory Package

Non-participant rates apply. One-night stay with 45-minute introductory lesson and one-hour Hawk Walk. Book the Falconry Introductory Package online, or call 800-362-4747 for current rates.

Certification Course

Unique courses which allow students to progress from basic practices to more advanced falconry techniques. Level one, two, and three may be completed at The British School of Falconry at Gleneagles in Scotland or the Equinox. Includes lesson manuals, whistle, and lanyard. Please call for more information. (The course does not license students.)

Group Hunt

An opportunity for guests to be part of a hunting session, during which Harris Hawks are flown on a private hunting preserve at partridge, quail, rabbit, or pheasant in season, over a trained hunting dog. Please call for details.

Falconry for Groups

Country Pursuits offers a selection of group lessons and events to choose from, including the unique chance to learn about falconry and handle a hawk. Requires a minimum of twelve guests.

Hands-on Demonstration

An informal demonstration, with the opportunity for guests to handle and fly Harris Hawks. This is ideal for evenings prior to a 'Falconry for Groups" session. For larger groups, we can provide two instructors with Harris Hawks and a static display of an eagle. Winter demonstrations are available as well at different pricing. Call the school to inquire.

Equinox Country Pursuits Challenge

Combining falconry at The British School of Falconry, off-road driving with The Land Rover Experience and archery at The Archery School, this unique Country Pursuits event is a memorable way to entertain a corporate party in the picturesque Green Mountain setting at The Equinox Hotel. The pursuits are taught by highly experienced professional instructors and are designed to enable corporate guests or family groups to achieve a satisfying level of 'hands on' proficiency within all three country pursuits. For groups of 12–32 people.

Group Lesson	Duration	Price Per Guest
Group Hunt	Please call for details	Please call for details
Falconry for Groups	from 1 hour	from $80
Hands-on Demonstration	45 Mins	$900 / $1,200
Equinox Country Pursuits Challenge	3 hr 30 min.	$295