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Experience Raptors and Falconry in Reno

Badge of ExcellenceReno, USA

1 hour
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

What's Included

Snacks
Use of Falconers Gauntlet for Use During Activity

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

1265 Deerlodge Rd, Reno, NV 89508, USA
We are located next to Animal Ark. Turn right off Deerlodge Road. Take another right at Raptor Adventures sign. Follow to gazebo.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Featured review

Gena_S

The Raptor Adventure is awesome! I can’t explain how much I enjoyed Kathleen and her amazing raptors. Kathleen is incredibly knowledgeable and informative. She clearly loves what she does and did a great job explaining raptors and falconry. It was amazing to actually get to handle such fascinating animals. I would strongly recommend that people experience this if at all possible.

Reviews

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Incredible experience! Highly recommend!

Gena_S, Apr 2024

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for the kind words, much gratitude to you for coming out to meet us. Sincerely -- Your Fellow Texan

Raptors Rule!

Billie_M, Apr 2024

My husband and I had an absolutely amazing time at the Raptor Experience. Kathleen was a fantastic ambassador for the raptors we were privileged to interact with. We appreciated her vast knowledge and passion for all things raptor. During our time with Kathleen we were able to "handle" (with a gantlet glove) 3 different kinds of raptors; a falcon, an owl and and Harris hawk. We walked around the site with Kathleen as the hawk hunted and returned on her command. It was incredible to see the birds soaring in flight and return on signal. We had a wonderful time and would highly recommend the Raptor Adventure.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Raptors Rule!!! Love it, what a great expression. I am going to borrow your turn of phrase. Great meeting y'all, glad you enjoyed our time together. Thank you, Kathleen

Great experience

Gerard_F, Nov 2023

Learned so much about these beautiful birds !! Kathleen was incredible and such a great host !! Would absolutely do it again !!

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Thank you for coming out. Hope to see you again on your next adventure trip to Reno. Kathleen

Spent a great day learning and holding raptors

Joyce_E, Nov 2023

We had such a great time at our raptor experience today. We were first welcomed by Chief, the friendliest dog, and we weren’t even out of our car yet. We were then greeted by Kathleen, our raptor expert. Kathleen had snacks and drinks set out for us. She was so welcoming and so very informative. We learned so much and we got to hold an owl, a falcon, and a hawk. We got up close and personal with Louise, an Eurasian Eagle Owl, Sabey, a Saker Falcon, and Zulu, a Harris’ Hawk. This was a bucket list dream for me, so it was especially meaningful. To be up close to such amazing creatures is mind blowing. Thank you so much for allowing my husband and me the opportunity to learn about and be near your raptors. Everybody who is considering doing this experience, please do it! You won’t regret it!!!

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Much appreciation for your kind words. Glad you both had a great experience and you were able to check this off your bucket list. Hope to see you again one day, Kathleen

Awesome adventure

Claude_G, Jul 2023

It was an incredible learning experience and well worth the trip! Kathleen made us feel comfortable and safe while handling the birds of prey!

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Thank you for coming out. We enjoyed your kind words and are happy you enjoyed a good experience. Thank you, Kathleen

Just book it!

Kara_T, Jul 2023

Kathleen's raptor and falconry experience is incredible! Kathleen and her husband James are so friendly, knowledgeable, and professional; we learned so much! This was truly an unforgettable excursion. It was so amazing to learn about her majestic birds as they sat, perched on our arms. Don't hesitate to book this hawk walk; it is a supremely special and a once in a lifetime kind of experience.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Hello ~ thank both for coming out to spend time with us. We had a wonderful afternoon with y'all. Safe travels, Kathleen

Raptors up close and personal in a high desert setting

Robert_W, Jul 2023

Raptors have always fascinated me, and I've long wondered what it would be like to have one on my hand, and to experience one of these impressive birds fly from and alight on my glove. Got to do all of that AND to learn how challenging it can be to obtain a permit to care for these birds, and what it takes for them to be healthy and content. Totally worth it!

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thank you for your kind words -- we are glad your experience with the Raptors met your expectations. Hope to see you again in the future. Thank you, Kathleen

A Must Do!

Catie_F, Jul 2023

Wow! What an experience! I highly recommend this experience to anyone. Around 30 minutes from downtown Reno. I learned so much and was able to get up close with 4 different raptors.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thank you for coming out to meet us and experience the Raptors. I am glad you enjoyed your time and learned about Falconry and Raptors.

Reno Raptors Experience

DNette_W, Jul 2023

We really enjoyed our Reno Raptors Experience. We'll come again and several friends want to join us. Thank you!

Experience of a lifetime

Deborah_D, Jun 2023

Wonderful experience, once in a lifetime opportunity to handle live birds of prey. Kathleen was knowledgeable and her stories and information passed on were fascinating

DO IT NOW

gumbychic, May 2023

Highly recommended. Amazing and informative. Birds and beautiful and amazing and Kathleen is amazing. You won't regret.

Raptors of the High Desert

Austin_A, May 2023

The Host, Kathleen, is extraordinarily knowledgeable, friendly, and all around fun. I definitely recommend this adventure for any and all. The Raptors were fascinating in every degree, and the "hands on" experience is one of a kind. Austin & Kiersten

Bucket List Experience

Bobbie_C, Apr 2023

Our host was knowledgeable and passionate about Raptors; she was incredibly informative, patient and thorough. We enjoyed every single moment, whether we were watching birds in flight, having them fly and land on our (protected) arms or when we were asking our multitude of questions. This was an incredibly fun learning experience-perfect for any lover of creatures!

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Thank you for the gracious review, much appreciated. I truly enjoyed y'all and our time together -- you made me laugh and your excitement warmed my heart and reminded me why we do what we do. With gratitude, Kathleen

See beautiful owls and falcons in their natural habitat!

Irina_P, Nov 2022

Wonderful experience. I learned so much about falcons, hawks and owls. And even handled a hawk. I highly recommend it to anyone with an interest in birds and falconry. Kathleen is super knowledgeable and friendly. Don't miss this chance to see birds in action.

Response from Host, Nov 2022

Thank you -- it was such a pleasure to end the season with such a fun group. You were so kind and enjoyable. Thank you for the great review. Best, Kathleen

Thank you Kathleen!

Evelyn_G, Oct 2022

Kathleen was incredibly knowledgeable and made experiencing these amazing beings really fun!!! Zulu was our hawk, Louise our gorgeous owl, and I forget your name, oh beautiful falcon, I apologize!

Response from Host, Oct 2022

Hello ~ thank you for the wonderfully kind review. Great to hear you enjoyed the Raptors. You falcon guide for the day was Sabey. Thank you again for coming out, Kathleen

Kathleen was extremely...

Kenneth_C, Jul 2022

Kathleen was extremely knowledgeable. She demonstrated three birds (peregrine falcon, Eurasian horned owl, Harris hawk). Walked around with free flying hawk. Very interesting and HIGHLY recommended!

Response from Host, Jul 2022

Hello ~ it was a pleasure spending time with y'all, how wonderful to do an event for a "neighbor" and a special thank you for throwing Chief's disgusting ball for him. He loves that!! Again, thank you for your kind words. Best, Kathleen

Raptor experience with Kathleen

Monique_C, May 2022

Having the hawk fly to me and land on my hand was amazing. Kathleen is enthusiastic and loves sharing her knowledge of raptors and falconry. Highly recommend.

Response from Host, May 2022

Thank you for the kind words, glad you had a good experience. Hope you have a safe travels home. Thank you again, Kathleen

Fun with Raptors

David_M, Apr 2022

One of the more fun and interesting trips we have had in a long time. Being up close to these wonderful birds was amazing

Response from Host, Apr 2022

Hello ~ Thank you both for coming out, it was a pleasure to meet you both and spend time together. Hope to see you again, Kathleen