Come to Hershey, Pennsylvania—Experience the unique sport of
falconry.
Falconry is the craft of hunting wild game with
trained birds of prey— hawks, eagles, and falcons. It originated
in Central Asia more than 4,000 years ago.
Before firearms, falconry was a practical means of putting
food on tables. Today it's the most heavily regulated field sport in
the nation, with about 3,500 devotees who are licensed by both state and
federal wildlife agencies.
The Falconry Experience by The Hotel Hershey will acquaint participants
with the history of man’s relationship with raptors and the evolution of
falconry. It will include free-flight demonstrations, a simulated
hunt demonstration, and an opportunity for participants to hold
a majestic bird of prey.
The program will be run by master falconer Jack
Hubley. Hubley, a life-long resident of Lititz, PA has been a licensed
falconer for 20 years.
Call 1-800-HERSHEY for reservations, or:
- Guests of Hershey Resorts call the Concierge
- Guests
of Hershey Highmeadow
Campground: Front Desk
- Non-Resort Guests can call ZooAmerica 717-534-3900
Schedule:
Memorial Day— Labor Day
Wednesday
- Sunday
9—10:30 AM, 11:30—1 PM, 2—3:30 PM
April, May September, October
Saturday and Sunday
9—10:30 AM, 11:30—1 PM, 2—3:30 PM
Price:
Guests of Hershey Resorts, ZooAmerica Annual Memberships,
and Zoo Camp participants*:
- Regular (age 13+) $80
- Youth (age 8-12) $65
Non-resort guests*:
- Regular (age 13+) $85
- Youth (age 8-12) $70
Transportation is provided to the Falconry site. Shuttles will depart
30—45
minutes prior to scheduled class.
*Includes admission to ZooAmerica.
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