The Ohio Falconry Association (OFA) is dedicated to promoting the practice of falconry and the conservation of raptors throughout Ohio. Serving as a resource for its members, the OFA represents the majority of Ohio’s licensed falconers and fosters a supportive community for enthusiasts and conservationists alike.

Feb 17, 2025 · The Ohio Falconry Association (OFA) annual end of the season meet will be March 7th, 8th, and 9th this year, from early morning to dusk. This is an exciting opportunity to experience falconry in action.

“Falconry is sort of a fringe sport, even in hunting,” Dorrian said, describing the bitter competition some hunters feel with the hawks. He still finds people who brag about shooting hawks because they kill rabbits, even though the birds are protected under the federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act.

-BYLAWS- Adopted 9/23/2022 OHIO FALCONRY ASSOCIATION (OFA) ARTICLE 1 - PURPOSE 1.1 The Ohio Falconry Association (OFA) is a nonprofit organization that provides information and opportunities to its members in an effort to promote the practice of true falconry and the conservation of raptors. ARTICLE 2 - MEMBERSHIP

Falconry-specific rules are detailed in the Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) and the Ohio Revised Code (ORC). These laws outline the requirements for falconry permits, raptor care, and hunting practices to maintain the integrity of the sport and protect wildlife populations.

Falconry offers a fascinating glimpse into the unique partnership between humans and raptors. Whether through observing hunts in the field or attending educational presentations, there are opportunities to learn more about this ancient and challenging practice.

OFA Annual End of the Season Meet 2025 The Ohio Falconry Association (OFA) annual end of the season meet will be March 7th, 8th, and 9th this year, from early morning to dusk. This is an exciting opportunity to experience falconry in action. Join us as we go rabbit and squirrel hunting with trained hawks…

Please make $20.00 check or money order payable to Ohio Falconry Association Send membership check to: Signature _____ Mark Kennedy 50820 Crammer Road Bellaire, Ohio 43906 Date _____ OH 43950 * NOTE: Only members who possess and list here a ...

Falconry is the pursuit of wild game in its natural state with a trained raptor. The person that handles and trains the raptor is called the falconer. In common usage the term “falconry” refers to the use of both groups of raptors known as falcons and hawks.

The following is a partial glossary of some of the common terms used in falconry. The term “hawk” is used here to refer to falconry birds in general. AERIE – a hawk nest.