Washington (Kitsap County area)

[invision]

I will be starting Falconry in the next couple of years and I am looking for people locally that I can possibly observe them. I've wanted start this sport since I was 16 but could not find the time to start it. After my house is built in the next couple of years I would like to finally start it up. If  there is anyone around Kitsap County that would be willing to let me tag along with them over the next few years I would Greatly appreciated, I live in between Keyport and Poulsbo down on the water. Thanks for your time. I will also be attending the picnic in Fall City this year.

[Falcon Boy]

Best bet to meet folks is at the picnic, also check out the FB page(s) (one 'official, one 'unofficial', the unofficial gets more views i think, falconers of washington state i think is the name).

[invision]

Yeah that is what I am hoping for, I know I am already behind the hunting season but would like to observe some of the training side as well during the summer months. I think my biggest issue is going to be finding a sponsor close to my area, seems most Falconer's are on the other side of the water... Hour or two commute for me.

[acraig]

Definitely go to the picnic in July. Also got to the Washington falconers association website I found my sponsor through it. There's usually a pre-apprentice workshop done on the Saturday of the picnic. I know a couple of new apprentices found their sponsor attending that.

[Ally]

You live in a great state with an awesome club. I second what everyone else said, and kudos to you for putting your name out there a good ways in advance. There's a lot to learn and you're giving yourself a good time frame to learn it in. Good luck!