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The falconer must train a bird of prey to fly free, hunt for a human being and then accept a. Here at pineo falconry, we dont try to sell you everything. From bells to mews its a must have for any falconer whether youre an apprentice or a master of 50 years. Falconry equipment a guide to making and using falconry. When you have extra time between seasons, its always a nice way to spend some time.
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