What We Offer
An opportunity of a lifetime.
Meet a few of these spectacular apex predators in an up-close and personal encounter. Our Birds of Prey or Raptors, are well trained ambassadors that will allow you a rare insight into their world and spark a lasting appreciation for these majestic hunters of the skies!
Other Programs/Presentations
Schools, private events, camps, small groups and more! Let us make your event memorable. We have over 20 years experience in wildlife programs and presentations.
Consulting Services
We offer customized training workshops for you and your raptor handling team. These sessions are high-content, interactive, and designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge to change your behavior and produce results.
Virginia Falconry School
Located at Raptor Hill
Private Falconry Experience
A unique encounter and experience with a bird of prey for your private group
2 Participant Minimum
Rates:
- Participants (Ages 7+): $125 each
- Observers: $30 each
(age 6 and under free observer)
Duration:
1.5 hours - 2 hours
About:
Falconry’s 4,000-year-old history is revealed during this once-in-a-lifetime experience. We include an overview of the fascinating natural history, training and conservation methods of these majestic predators. Start off in our Tudor style classroom and get exposed to the equipment, field training techniques and care of these magnificent raptors. Then, with nature as our classroom, experience the thrill of partnering with a raptor as each participant has the opportunity to have a bird of prey fly to their gloved arm. Imagine the bird dropping from 20 feet high or approaching from 100 feet away as it is called to your glove! An unforgettable opportunity to fly one of our falcons.
Private V.I.P Ultimate Falconry Trifecta
A private experience with several species of birds of prey
2 Participant Minimum
Rates:
- First 2 Participants (Ages 7+): $225 per person
price includes 1 free observer for each of the first 2 participants
- Additional Participants (Ages 7+): $175 each
- Additional Observers: $30 each
(age 6 and under free observer)
* If Your Group Contains More Than 6 Participants Please Call Us. *
Duration:
2 hours - 2.5 hours
About:
This is a fantastic opportunity to explore several species of raptors. Included is everything our Private Falconry Experience (please see our Private Falconry Experience description) offers plus a chance to meet and handle an owl and another member of our feathered team.
Private Owl Experience
Up Close & Personal Experience with our Resident Owls!
2 Participant Minimum
Rates:
- Participants (Ages 7+): $125 each
- Observers: $30 each
(age 6 and under free observer)
Duration:
1.5 hours - 2 hours
About:
The Owl has been both persecuted and adored by humans for thousands of years. Their natural history is full of curiosities. You will meet two of our resident owls in an up-close and personal experience. Learn about their amazing adaptations for survival, conservation efforts and how you can help aid in their continued existence. The experience includes an opportunity to hold an owl for photos and the possibility to witness one of our owls in flight.
1/2 Day Falconry Course
For guests that are strictly interested in the hunting sport of Falconry. Learn more about how to obtain a falconry license & experience the thrill of a trained raptor flying to your gloved arm!
2 Participant Minimum
Rates:
- Participants (Ages 7+): $175 each
*No observers*
Duration:
3 hours - 4 hours
About:
Falconry is one of the most regulated sports in the United States. There are numerous requirements that must be met in order to obtain a falconry license. For those who have a strong interest in the sport of falconry, Raptor Hill offers this half-day falconry training course. You will become more familiar with sport of falconry, the laws and regulations governing falconry, raptor housing requirements, captive care and the required steps and procedures to become a falconer. This intensive course will help you to begin the process or help you to decide if the sport of falconry is suited for you.
NOTE: This course does not guarantee or issue you your license.