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Falconry start-up equipment checklist
Everything a first mews needs beyond the hood itself, grouped the way it gets bought. Tick as you acquire; re-run the sheet every season.
| Bird / band # | Species / sex | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Checked by (sponsor) |
Handling
| Hood (correct size + hood block for storage) | |
| Gauntlet / glove (double-layer for the first season) | |
| Jesses ×2 sets (ankle + spare) | |
| Anklets / aylmeri (fitted, no bare edges) | |
| Leash + swivel (verified under load) | |
| Falconry bag or hawking vest (spare jesses, ties, tissue) |
Housing & weathering
| Mews sized to local regulations (perch placement safe from feather damage) | |
| Weathering yard or shade-protected area | |
| Block / bow perch (covered, cable-free) | |
| Bath pan (shallow, changed daily in heat) | |
| Scale perch or fixed weighing routine |
Health & safety
| Gram scale (±1 g — daily weight log is non-negotiable) | |
| Telemetry (leg- or tail-mount, tested on the bird) | |
| First-aid kit (wound powder, vet wrap, hemostat) | |
| Exotic/raptor vet contact + after-hours plan | |
| Feeding plan: whole-prey source + supplements per sponsor |
Field & training
| Creance and swivel for early flights (where used) | |
| Lure (two — one in service, one spare) | |
| Whistle or call signal (one sound, one meaning) | |
| Game bag / hunting license / permits carried | |
| GPS or backup telemetry receiver batteries |
Notes / next acquisitions
General guidance only — always follow your sponsor's advice and your local falconry regulations. Equipment lists vary by species, state/province and sponsor — treat this sheet as a conversation starter with your sponsor, not a substitute for local regulations.
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