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Accipiter
Enterprises Birds of the Gauntlet™
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Accipiter Enterprises
Birds of the Gauntlet™ View the opening sequence to the soon to be released hawk and falcon show video Accipiter Enterprises Birds of the Gauntlet™ . A licensed Master Falconer, Kitty Irene Carroll and Accipiter Enterprises have been educating the public at Agricultural fairs, Sportsmen's shows, Scottish festivals, Renaissance festivals, Corporate gatherings and Theme Parks since 1989. In her show Birds of the Gauntlet™, Kitty allows many of her birds to fly freely, demonstrating their speed and skill while she presents a brief history of falconry and background information on each of their varied species of birds. Trailer & movie created by Digital Renaissance Video Productions |
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In this show I perform using hawks, falcons, owls and humans, often in
historic clothing of various time periods; ranging from Middle Ages
to the Renaissance to Colonial. I also can do the show in completely
modern era dress for the appropriate presentation. This show is
often presented as part of an Agricultural Fair, Medieval Gathering,
Renaissance Fair, Celtic Event, Highland Games, Cultural Festival,
Equestrian Event or Wildlife festival. This type of show is intended
to give dramatic and historical 'flair' to an event focused on
historical or cultural performing arts.
The show has three facets:
Birds of prey in a display area -
Free-flight program -
Simulated hunt -
The display area which is commonly called a Mews and Aviary allows a
semi-static display of the birds. With guidance from knowledgeable
people such as myself, patrons get to see the birds up close in a
relaxed setting. The birds are often preening, bathing, even
sometimes playing. Patrons can ask questions and take photographs.
This can be available during event hours or possibly for limited
times before or after an event for special VIP viewings.
The Free-flight program presents an entertaining and educational
exhibition of the raptors in action. Often this involves the birds
on-the-fist as they would be carried and cared for in many
historical circumstances. When possible, they can even be flown from
person to person and allowed to show off various natural behaviors.
If conditions permit, a simulated hunt demonstration can be
conducted with a traditional lure. In this, a free flying bird is
allowed to fly and attack a lure that is swung on a long lanyard to
simulate an attack on a small game bird by the raptor. This can be
vary exciting to watch as the birds exhibit extreme speed and
agility in the attacks while they dive and swoop.
All phases of our programs provide ample opportunities for the
patrons to take photographs and have their questions answered. The
birds themselves are often one of the largest crowd draws at any
event and can even be a focus of news media coverage and sponsor
promotion.
Sponsors take note: If you wish to see the MAXIMUM number
of visitors and most memorable impact at your sponsored attraction,
this is THE tool for it.
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