Falconry Chronicles Podcast

In this finale of the New Mexico Falconer's Association Series, we took some time to talk with Steve Bodio to get a few collective words of wisdom, as well as hear how he got his start into falconry. This is also largely a tribute episode, with falconers Paul Domski, Lauren McGough, and Matt Mullenix kindly taking the time to discuss some of the aspects of Steve's writings that have inspired them,...

In this fifth installment of the New Mexico Falconer's Association podcast series, Tom Smylie discusses more of his early falconry inspirations, experiences with falconry around the world, and of course, more insights into New Mexico's falconry history. This is a man with a huge wealth of knowledge and experiences, and there's plenty of stories you won't want to miss out on! Support at buymeacoffe...

This episode featuring Madison Haley is the fourth installment of the New Mexico Falconer's Association Series. Madison has been a falconer for 50 years, so he had a lot of good stories and insights to share, including the evolution of the falconry landscape in New Mexico that once included a lot of premium prairie chicken and duck hawking. You won't want to miss out on some of these experiences b...

This third installment of the NM Falconer's Association Series features Greg Rabourn. At a young age, Greg moved to New Mexico with his family, where he quickly discovered his love for hunting jackrabbits. In his early twenties, he relocated to Farmington, NM, and started his falconry career. After flying goshawks, he was introduced to hawking jackrabbits with falcons and dogs, and has been at tha...

Thanks for joining us for the second installment of the New Mexico Falconer's Association Series! This episode features Matt Mitchell, who is a native New Mexican that has been involved in falconry since 1968. He has since flown most species of raptor, starting out with Harris's hawks before discovering his love for falcons. He has also captive bred raptors since 1989, and continues to breed and h...

This was the start of a series of episodes featuring falconers from the New Mexico Falconer's Association. This first episode in the series features Paul Domski, a falconer of 22 years, and president of the NM Falconer's Association of 10 years. Paul was also on the NAFA board for 7 years, and is also known for running his multiple salukis on jackrabbits and his work with that particular breed of...

This was a special remote episode recorded with the author of The Specialist Falcon, Simon Tyers. A falconer for over 50 years, Simon's journey has amassed a ton of experience as both falconer and dog trainer. Always setting the bar high for himself and seeking perfection, he was inspired to share his culmination of experiences by writing his book. Support at buymeacoffee.com/falconrychronicles Sp...

While hanging out at the Coulson's, Jon was able to catch up face to face with Matt Mullenix after almost exactly two years to discuss his new book, Four Falconry Fundamentals, and the principles, stories, and mindset that inspired him to write it. It's another fun episode that current and prospective falconers can benefit from! To get your copy of Four Falconry Fundamentals, head to amazon.com, o...

This episode features widely known Harris's Hawk breeders and curators of the Baywing Database, Tom and Jennifer Coulson! You won't want to miss this conversation with them as they discuss their falconry origins, their breeding project, and some great falconry stories! It’s hard to believe this was originally episode 50 for Falconry Told and helped mark three years for the podcast…. Support at buy...

This episode, Jon reconnects with friend and environmental consultant Tyler Rankin, who is also the current president of the Kentucky Falconers Association, to discuss a range of topics from sharp-shinned hawk research, dirt and squirrel hawking, and of course, Tyler's path to falconry. As always, it's another episode you'll definitely want to check out! Support at buymeacoffee.com/falconrychronic...

While working in Wyoming, Jon was able to meet up with Vahé to check out his facilities and discuss a myriad of topics, including his prior life in photography, abatement, sky trials, and of course, his falconry journey. This is definitely another can't miss episode! For more info about Vahé and his abatement services, please head to http://www.falconforce.com. Support at buymeacoffee.com/falconry...

Jon makes a short trip to Idaho to do some flying and trapping with friends Brad and Kelly Smoot! Long time falconers and falconry equipment makers, Brad and Kelly shed light on their path to falconry, their favorite falconry preferences, and what's next on their falconry journey! We hope you enjoy the animal cameos and stories, which are sure to make any falconer feel right at home! Support at bu...

After doing some morning trapping, Jon sits down with Stephanie to discuss her falconry journey thus far. Whether it was starting her falconry path in 2016 after graduating with her Bachelor's degree or recently pursuing her Master's degree in wildlife biology and conservation in Scotland, Stephanie's stories and perspectives were insightful to hear! We hope you enjoy hearing about her falconry jo...

In this episode, sit in with Jon as he meets Kris Klosterman, a professional fire fighter (amongst other things) and falconer of seven years, for the first time to discuss the ever challenging balance between falconry and careers, red tail hawking with squirrels, and other stories! This is definitely a diverse and fun episode you won't want to miss!   Support at buymeacoffee.com/falconrychronicles...

Join Jon as he meets up with Colombus, OH falconer Joe Dorrian to discuss raptor education, as well as the other traditional aspects of falconry! Joe’s fascination with falconry started at an early age. Unfortunately, life got in the way and it wasn’t until he completed his MA that he seriously pursued the sport. Since that time, Joe has served as Ohio’s first Apprentice Director and started only...

Emmy-winning composer, sound designer, and falconer Jason Hausman joined Jon for this special Coronavirus edition of the Falconry Told Podcast. Jason is the owner of Hot Sake creative sound boutique that specializes in scoring, foley, and sound for film, TV, and other media. Jason also produces music for other artists, with a focus on Hip-Hop and R&B. Along with being Eastern Director of AFC for t...

Jon recently had a chance to attend Jeff's annual squirrel hawking meet where he was able to sit down with Jeff to rehash some of his funnier falconry and abatement experiences, plus talk about his recent trip to Scotland and other recent events! Tune in for some great stories, and thanks again to Jeff for returning for another episode! Support at buymeacoffee.com/falconrychronicles Special thanks...

Tanner Baird is a falconer from Indiana who had graduated with a B.S. in Animal Science. He currently studies law at the University of Texas. Dane Erickson is an outdoorsman and student at Purdue University studying agricultural economics and political science. In May of 2019 Tanner and Dane were selected to participate in a study that confirmed Golden Eagle depredation of lambs in Wyoming, which...

Originally from Illinois, Todd is a recent transplant to the Palmer Divide in Colorado, where he's been learning to adapt to hunting jackrabbits with his Harris's hawk after flying red tails on squirrels and cottontails for years. Once part owner of a stable isotope lab, Todd also utilized the lab to analyze feathers of migrating, juvenile sharp-shinned hawks trapped at the Cedar Grove Ornithologi...

This episode brings you all Chase Delles, well known for his experiences with eagles, including the importation of species not common or native here in the United States. Chase's long history with falconry and his unique perspective into how he began his path towards flying eagles makes for another can't miss episode! Thanks as always for joining us! Support at buymeacoffee.com/falconrychronicles...

This was a special milestone double episode edition of the Falconry Told podcast! This featured both Jenni Buckley and Anne Price and was recorded at the 2019 NAFA meet. Both women are accomplished falconers from Colorado! Jenni has been flying a Harris's hawk over a dachshund for multiple seasons and has held positions in NAFA previously, and Anne is a regulatory liaison for the Colorado Hawking...

Hailing from Northeastern North Carolina, where he has successfully flown long-wings for many years now, Bon Lozaga joins Jonathan Munnier for this past installment of the Falconry Told Podcast. Bon has been a falconer and musician for decades, with both pastimes giving meaning to a large part of his life. Join us this week as we dive into his many falconry and musical endeavors! Support at buymea...

Longwings galore in the sunshine state! Eric Edwards has been flying merlins, peregrines, and barbary falcons for a long time. Join us as we discuss beach trapping, various experiences had with some of the 30 plus merlins flown, and even some crazy bird show stories you won't want to miss! Support at buymeacoffee.com/falconrychronicles Special thanks to the organizations and businesses who've kind...

Tim Neese of Indiana joins Jonathan Munnier for this episode of the Falconry Told Podcast. Catching the fever in the 70’s, Tim has been in the pursuit of wild quarry with trained birds of prey ever since… And he recounts his early, pre-regulation falconry days as well as a variety of topics centered primarily on all-things Indiana hawking. A hard-at-it career with many exemplary goshawks, red-tail...

Josh and Sarah Hoos are a husband and wife falconry couple from Tennessee who are also well known in the horse training community. They join Jonathan Munnier for this past episode of the Falconry Told Podcast to offer their experiences in falconry and how they've incorporated it into their lives. Enjoy! Support at buymeacoffee.com/falconrychronicles Special thanks to the organizations and business...