Throughout life we find opportunities to connect with nature and one another. We understand things better through spending time with them, which can closer connect our points of view. Separately we can accomplish great things, but together we can shape a future we all desire and benefit from. By setting aside differences or discussing through them we open opportunities we never thought possible, and over time new bonds can be established. Coexistence is possible with understanding the love we share for the same creatures, even if our passions and hobbies differ. Welcome to Avian Addicts. We love what you love, just differently.

Falconry Tips Basic Tips 1. Understand Local Regulations: Before you start, research your region's licensing and regulations. Falconry is highly regulated, so begin by contacting your local wildlife agency. 2. Apprenticeship: Falconry requires a licensed mentor to guide you. Seek an experienced falconer to help you learn techniques and handle a bird safely. 3. Bird Behavior Basics: Observe and study raptor body language to understand when they’re calm, alert, or stressed, which will help with early training. Pro Tips 1. Advanced Training Techniques: Master the art of "manning" (acclimating the bird to human presence) and recall training, which ensures your bird returns to you reliably. 2. Build Custom Equipment: Experiment with customizing gear like jesses, hoods, and perches for different environments and comfort for your raptor. 3. Track Health and Performance: Advanced falconers maintain logs for their birds' weight, flight performance, and dietary needs. This helps to fine-tune their bird's health and hunting performance over time. Birdwatching Tips Basic Tips 1. Start with a Good Field Guide: Find a field guide for your area or use a birding app. This will help you quickly identify birds by their color, shape, and size. 2. Binocular Basics: Invest in a good pair of binoculars and practice focusing on objects at various distances to prepare for spotting birds. 3. Be Patient and Quiet: Many birds are cautious around noise and movement. Approach viewing areas slowly and find a place to sit quietly. Pro Tips 1. Learn Calls and Songs: Identifying birds by sound opens up a whole new level of birdwatching. Use apps or recordings to learn their calls and songs for better field identification. 2. Seasonal Tracking: Pro birders track migratory patterns to anticipate when certain species will arrive in their region, allowing for strategic spotting. 3. Develop Photography Skills: Take clear, respectful photos by practicing patience and understanding lighting and focus techniques that won’t disturb the birds.

Getting tough to tell the difference these days, but teaches us to look for the fine details se we can distinguish our real feathered friends from the fakes.