Falconry Diary | Cloud the Goshawk

Falconry Diary | Cloud the Goshawk | Part 2

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3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the second part of a series of training diaries documenting the process of training a falconry hawk. I hope to give you an insight into the work involved and the way the hawk develops as training progresses.
There are lots of ways to approach falconry and training raptors. This is a way that works for me. Often I will tweak what I do depending on the bird as each are individuals. That's, after all, what makes falconry so challenging and interesting.
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@antprice8826 3 жыл бұрын

I so miss all of this, I’m 66yrs old and disabled now but I have lovely memories of my Falconry past, thank you so much for these videos, I’m as excited as you are watching the birds progress 💕

@LP-ht4nr 3 жыл бұрын

You make lovely videos, really informative and relaxing to watch.

@FalconryAndMe 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you - I try to make it interesting to everyone. A chance to chill in a crazy unpredictable world x

@nikkired4925 3 жыл бұрын

Exactly. Made my blood pressure come down 😂😊

@zimtt1276 3 жыл бұрын

You are such a joy to watch. You have a natural calm that comes through so wonderfully on your videos. Even though I originally came for Fable, I am excited to see all your videos and I'm developing such an interest in falconry, and all your teachings. Thank you.

@Dean.Hilleary 3 жыл бұрын

TL:DR - Boop Boop! Ohh Shiny!

@strawberrylover1684 3 жыл бұрын

Same! I love it :D

@luminair11 2 жыл бұрын

Me too!

@Fredwilson45 3 жыл бұрын

Things suck right now. This channel makes things a little a less sucky just so you know

@suewilson1801 3 жыл бұрын

True! I watch this,and a raccoon Whisperer in Nova Scotia. No tv. No news, too depressing.

@serioushex3893 3 жыл бұрын

why do i feel like cloud is like "huh, i dunno about this scale" and fable would be like "wheee, it bounces up and down!"

@6falconsue 3 жыл бұрын

Hex I think Fable would try to take the weights and hide them with his treasures :)

@catzkeet4860 3 жыл бұрын

Well, ravens are much smarter than raptors.....no shade on Cloud, raptors don’t NEED the brains of a Corvid, since they’re designed to hunt for their food.....sight it and attack rather than forage thru various types of environments, with all the attendant issues that can arise. Play.....using imagination to use things for other than their intended purpose, for fun, is both a result, and an indicator of intelligence. This is why the raptors can be put out to weather and be perfectly content. They have things to watch, they have sun and rain and wind, water and they’re happy. Fable tho, needs all the toys, and company, and activity around her to keep her mind occupied, because she’s always thinking, always investigating and without any outlets for that need she would be a very unhappy creature, which she obviously is not. It’s so cool to watch Cloud developing a trust. Won’t be long before he’ll be flying at this rate.....exciting

@donszabo7558 3 жыл бұрын

@@6falconsue Right!? lol Goshawks seem a bit more serious... Well Fable has been around for a while too. Takes my mind off things for just a bit.

@greymouser8659 3 жыл бұрын

@@6falconsue 'Snap' :)

@fennburcham5739 3 жыл бұрын

I was having a panic attack and couldn't find a way to calm down. Between this video and a bunch of frog TikToks I'm good again now :)

@Dean.Hilleary 3 жыл бұрын

Just don't combine the two - then it's just frogs having panic attacks. For the record I totally relate, it's just easier to hide things with poor form attempts at humor.

@ShizoMoses 2 жыл бұрын

@Dean Hilleary It was a benign joke (humour from community, not superiority) and you explained right after. I liked this entire exchange. Very wholesome, thanks for that! Have a good one! @Johny Burcham I personally watch ducks or seals. I might give frogs a try now, maybe there's untapped potential there. Have a good one, as well!

@PolkaSunia 3 жыл бұрын

That is so amazing to see the progress! From him not wanting to be near you and hiding his food from you to him being ok with hopping back on your hand! I can see how much you really care about your birds!!

@mattmedina9808 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad to have come across your channel. I love the way you explain the training. Thank you.

@FalconryAndMe 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy it!

@kathrynhelm4176 3 жыл бұрын

Falconry thy name is PATIENCE! Bravo!! 🥰❤️👍

@FalconryAndMe 3 жыл бұрын

It really is!

@jiveturkey9993 3 жыл бұрын

This girl should have her own TV show.

@michaelgough4920 3 жыл бұрын

No they will over produce it so it won't have the genuineness that I feel is what I find attractive about it.

@jiveturkey9993 3 жыл бұрын

@@michaelgough4920 yeah the last thing the world needs is Amy being driven around in a limousine, drinking out of a pimp cup and acting like a screwy celebrity. Seriously though she is pretty impressive.

@lfader 3 жыл бұрын

@@jiveturkey9993 pimp cup?? 😆😆😆😉

@retrovideoquest 3 жыл бұрын

@@michaelgough4920 Agree!

@michaelgough4920 3 жыл бұрын

@@jiveturkey9993 🤣🤣

@s10m0t10n 3 жыл бұрын

Cloud is a handsome chap and I have a feeling he's going to be dazzling us all with his abilities before too long. Another hugely informative video, Amy, thank you.

@sassenach5964 3 жыл бұрын

I just love watching & listening to you go through the training. 💜

@NewMessage 3 жыл бұрын

Threading the creance through that gromit is a bit of brilliance. Gonna steal that.

@FalconryAndMe 3 жыл бұрын

It's something simple but once I realised how well it would work I wonder why I've done it any other way!

@freebirdofreason1994 3 жыл бұрын

@@FalconryAndMe yes I thought the same , brilliant.

@maneshwar9377 3 жыл бұрын

There was one through her bag and one through her shoe also I guess!! I am not a falconer but I am gonna steal her fashion sense for those shoes :D

@wendybarnes4930 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, and the one handed swivel trick was nicely done as well.

@chriscaughey1103 3 жыл бұрын

Cloud is such a beautiful bird!

@elizabethguy 3 жыл бұрын

I am really enjoying this series! It's so heartwarming to see a wild animal slowly begin to trust a kind human, and we get to watch it up close. Thanks so much!

@craigscrazyflock3810 3 жыл бұрын

Just heavenly to watch! I didn’t want it to end!!

@ornithologydude8649 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Craig

@akoilady9097 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah! Cloud is doing so well.

@akoilady9097 3 жыл бұрын

He was adding his 2 cents at the end as well. LOL xx

@beverleypettit3577 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I noted his 2 cents worth at the end. Guess he needed to join in the chat...

@maneshwar9377 3 жыл бұрын

So true about adding his two cents

@jessicad9114 3 жыл бұрын

I read "H is for Hawk" a book about the Author's journey training her own Goshawk and became fascinated by the process & the birds. I love your channel and that you're sharing Cloud's training! :) I've learned so much about falconry from your videos.

@MichelleLevasseur 3 жыл бұрын

I've never had such a difficult time keeping my word...I wait for my partner to be free and then we watch your videos together - It was very difficult to have to wait until this morning but it was sooooo worth it! Yay Cloud! Loved seeing your silly excitement Amy - felt it with you :D I hope you truly feel how much we appreciate you, your work and your videos!

@LeeAnnM 3 жыл бұрын

It’s hard to believe this is all new to Cloud; he seems like a pro. I’m so happy for both of you!

@verukasault9065 3 жыл бұрын

It's so cool to see the process of building trust in your relationship with one another. Your videos are fascinating and so fun to watch! Yay, Cloud!! He was such a little fuzz ball and now look at him! Stunning. I loved hearing his cute voice, too. 😆👍🏻❤

@Spooky_Dook 3 жыл бұрын

😭

@chooch352 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic thanks for all you share.

@davecharlesworth8176 3 жыл бұрын

Cloud is a magnificent bird, you are extremely lucky to work with such amazing creatures

@FeathPymArt 3 жыл бұрын

I think in a couple of years, he will wear his dad's crown just fine. He seems to be a smart, laid back raptor. I look forward to watching his growth!

@Whiteshell204 3 жыл бұрын

*We want fable!!!* *Joking, all you're vids are awesome!!*

@FalconryAndMe 3 жыл бұрын

More Fable coming soon :D

@Dean.Hilleary 3 жыл бұрын

Necessity is the mother of invention. Hope that helps.

@layla1954 3 жыл бұрын

It is so magical watching you with your birds!! I enjoy every video!!

@juliejohnson1663 3 жыл бұрын

I love his "baby bird" vocalizations.

@annahill99 3 жыл бұрын

So beautiful! I love the stripey tail!

@kyleterran6850 3 жыл бұрын

Simply amazing!

@FalconryAndMe 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@cmega1 3 жыл бұрын

theres so much to learn here, these birds really seem like a full time responsibility

@antimonycup7066 3 жыл бұрын

I'd be interested to know how much of your methods are hundreds of years old and how much is based on more 'modern' developments in falconry. Thank you for the video, truly fascinating to watch.

@FalconryAndMe 3 жыл бұрын

Pretty much all the methods I use have been done so for 100s of years. It's amazing!

@Dean.Hilleary 3 жыл бұрын

@@FalconryAndMe your audio and editing are pretty damn good for being such old techniques. More than a few content creators could learn a thing or two from you. You also lead to me recently learning that the Australian Magpies around here aren't actually Corvids. I think it's a credit to you that your content isn't just informative, it encourages a further pursuit of knowledge. Or, it's been done for hundreds of years but you've probably been responsible for maybe 100 000 more people being interested in knowing more about it that the total number otherwise in the last century.

@4lottisintellect 3 жыл бұрын

Thank, thank you for this beautiful relaxing video and showing us your beautiful creatures! Just what I needed on this awful day here in the US.

@judithschram5597 3 жыл бұрын

Cloud’s eyes are amazing to watch, so intense. Thanks for another great video. 💗💗💗

@AndrewRoachPhotography 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Love this, wonderful to see you’re work

@ThePatriotNurse 3 жыл бұрын

I LOVED this and watched the entire thing. It's beautiful to watch on a big TV too. You're an inspiring lady, and I'm sure there's lot of young people watching this channel thinking, "Hey, maybe I can learn that one day!" Blessings

@Neilhuny 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! It's great quality video on a big TV

@phyllisbaird2423 3 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful bird! Thanks for sharing.

@blindleader42 3 жыл бұрын

14:40 "Hey, you got any more of that?" This is the second time I've watched this all the way through, stopping to look at the closeups of Cloud. What a stunning creature.

@billy10100 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for that...I am a young 60 year old but in my late teens I trained and flew Sparrowhawk and Buzzard and Kestrel and also manned a Golden Eagle, Eagle and Snowy Owls......you took me back to happy care free days> sweet peaceful memories:) Thank you.

@suebrown3465 3 жыл бұрын

That was so interesting and well narrated. You’re very good with one hand! What a beautiful bird and it takes patience..which you have! Take care 🇨🇦 ❤️

@Sannive 3 жыл бұрын

Cloud as he pounces on his food reward: "MINE MINE YAAAY MINE!!"

@lauradaley5519 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing! I live hearing the sounds he makes. That beak looks sharp.

@catzkeet4860 3 жыл бұрын

The beak isn’t the painful end, the feet are. A bird of prey doesn’t use its beak defensively or in aggression....it’s purely an eating and preening tool. The feet and the talons are the weapons.

@pascalpiqued818 3 жыл бұрын

Your knowledge, understanding , empathy and love for your work is so very obvious and admirable. You are the perfect partner for the Prince's Of The Heavens. Congratulations , The Princess of all Birds of Prey.

@rocklover7437 3 жыл бұрын

With his forward facing beautiful eyes and streamlined body you immediately know his purpose . Pretty sure Jet fighter designers are also Birds of Prey fans .

@douglasgreen437 2 жыл бұрын

Look at the Hawker harrier & Hawker swift...🤔

@bradcarter8174 3 жыл бұрын

You are so good with your bird's, your patience and love for them really shows, you truly are an exceptional Falconer and I look forward to each of your videos. Thank you for sharing the interactions, and training you do with all of your birds.

@89Bruin 3 жыл бұрын

I loved the opening shot of "wtf is this, wtf are you?!"

@pattimontreal9999 3 жыл бұрын

A young goshawk (6-7 months) stayed in a tree on my tiny Ontario farm for four days one fall. I fed him well so he had no interest in my free-range chickens and young turkeys. His beauty amazed me. All we did was sit and chat. Then he went ... south? Am not sure of their migration destinations from Canada. Thank you for showing Cloud to us.

@tmu-creativeworks 3 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful lesson in patience and perseverance, thank you!

@keithgrover6468 3 жыл бұрын

way to go cloud keep up the good work both of you and what a beautiful looking bird he is

@markkimberley3083 3 жыл бұрын

That first feed on fist never gets old after 30 +years I love it

@kriztov265 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic , watching you and cloud develop and bond is simply amazing. Thank you for the vid.

@chuckbus 3 жыл бұрын

And I love the lighting on Cloud over his left shoulder, good grief he is gorgeous. He also studies you as your talking to the camera, what fierce concentration

@timpanda3780 3 жыл бұрын

I marvel at the relationship you’re building with Cloud....he’s magnificent and to hear his ‘voice’ is wonderful. Congratulations on what has been achieved so far and thank you for sharing this journey with us.

@mikewysko2268 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed sitting in on Clouds training sessions. Excellent video, narration and editing. I admire the Falconers way of life. Well done Amy. 🐦

@orbitalgolem91 3 жыл бұрын

Remarkable, such skill and patience on your part. It's a privilege to watch - please continue posting these videos!

@rarebird_82 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome 🤩 Edit: How beautiful his tail looks as it fans out when he lands on the glove 🥰 gorgeous xx

@benjaminbrewer2569 3 жыл бұрын

Adding to my vocabulary: I “bring him on.” He “mantled” to hide his food from me.

@skepticalbadger 3 жыл бұрын

As in drawing a mantle, or cloak, around the body.

@leapyear9460 3 жыл бұрын

That was the most incredible thing I've seen in quite some time. Honking at the end even.

@michaelcarman6667 3 жыл бұрын

I came for the Boop Boops, and now I’m hooked. Your dedication to these birds warms my soul. Thank you!

@halokina 3 жыл бұрын

I get so excited when I get notifications that a new Falconry and me video is up. I love watching how Cloud is developing.

@freebirdofreason1994 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic to watch, it’s lovely to see the connection forming, Cloud is a lovely name, I’m sure you two will be wonderful team. we are looking forward to the next episode, thank you.

@KatieM786 3 жыл бұрын

Someone I work with has family who breed and train birds of prey and so this is extra interesting for me to watch! Thank you 😊👍

@WHALEx3 3 жыл бұрын

This was so well made! I love these

@BOD-ch8fp 3 жыл бұрын

It’s definitely one of the best feelings ever when your bird starts to trust you fully best decision I ever made when I was 18 was to get into falconry the feeling of something needing you to keep a routine everyday and getting into the countryside got me out of a depression especially where I live with some of the best hunting ground in the whole of the uk(Scotland)

@sapelesteve 3 жыл бұрын

Fascinating training video Amy! Obviously, one has to have an incredible amount of patience to train these majestic Birds of Prey. Looking forward to watching how Cloud progresses with his training. 👍😉

@tubbers20 3 жыл бұрын

Almost sounds like a sea gull. Hungry boy, just like a sea gull. :-)

@mikelewis762 3 жыл бұрын

This is so kickass.......I would never go near a bird that looks like that!! LOL!!

@nancymelton-morales4674 3 жыл бұрын

Well done Amy!!! 🌸

@carolescharwatt2373 Жыл бұрын

I agree. You make these videos with such calm. I could watch them all day long! Such beauty.

@debbieschwartz3132 3 жыл бұрын

That's fantastic to see the progress up close. Thank you for sharing...love it

@kaylemoine1571 3 жыл бұрын

What a majestic looking bird!

@kraftyiam 3 жыл бұрын

Howdy, wow - he is beautiful. Sure got comfortable in your gentle hands - quick learner. Fascinating! Thanks for sharing. Cloud - nice

@suewilson1801 3 жыл бұрын

Astounding..you are playful with the Raven, patient and calm with this guy.

@patrickfairchild2330 3 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful and rewarding job - keep 'em flying.

@anthonyray5515 3 жыл бұрын

*clap* Bravo! Bravo! *cheer* ;) Magnificent!

@ladyliberty417 3 жыл бұрын

Lovely video Amy! Such a great and intelligent bird, he learns well doesn’t he❗️ Your technique is patient and strong- Which inspires trust as a trainer, Great to watch🦅

@carolescharwatt2373 Жыл бұрын

You are the best Amy! These videos are so well done. I know GOD loves your work and loves how you love your birds. Boop boop.

@dragonsquare2802 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! This is just beautiful! Congrats to these awesome achievements 🥰

@tonydee9850 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful creatures, how can people harm them, look forward to the next one.

@darlenewright5850 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my,.. he has gorgeous markings. Well done, dear lady. I've learned so much.

@labootie 3 жыл бұрын

I love your content. So beautiful, entertaining and interesting.

@nealjoseph2112 3 жыл бұрын

One of my all time favorite books is The Once And Future KIng by T H White which I read the first time as a kid. The scene were Wart is sent to the mews by Merlyn is just riveting, it still thrills me. It took awhile to find a copy of The Goshawk, but it was well worth the effort. Finding this gem of a video that actually let see into what I thought was a bygone world was just the best. The video is so good! I found the commentary very clear and concise. I really enjoyed the falconers calm patience and obvious respect and affection for the hawk. And that bird, Wow! I shared this with my 90 yo mom and she was so struck with how beautiful and engaged the hawk was. I can't say enough how much I appreciated this video. Thank you for sharing!

@knottybead4871 3 жыл бұрын

That was really enjoyable to see Cloud advance.

@georgia19801 3 жыл бұрын

Yay another video, I love watching you and your wonderful birds. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. I also hope you have all settled into your new home.

@mar09435 3 жыл бұрын

Hubby caught me smiling ...? -"What makes you smile that way ?" Cloud! - "Huh" He does not understand why I love these videos a lot. I had an uncle who was training birds a long time ago. Question: How old is that scale? Cloud definitely deserves a big crop for his work today.

@FalconryAndMe 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them! My scales are about 13 years old now!

@harveydecker6381 3 жыл бұрын

Most enjoyable. So looking forward to the growing symphony between Cloud and you.

@alanhillier1033 3 жыл бұрын

Another nice vid.Lovely bird,coming on really nicely.I hope when he’s fully trained we get to see him hunting.x

@justinstevens6779 3 жыл бұрын

Training my first RedTail in the States. Enjoy watching these videos. Keep it up.

@thomaszaccone3960 2 жыл бұрын

Such a BEAUTIFUL creature

@jeffrey582 3 жыл бұрын

Amy you are an incredible falconer, all your videos are entertaining and educational. Falconry is a full time job but a very fulfilling one. Best of luck to you and all your raptors.

@driverbirch 3 жыл бұрын

Cloud is beautiful and your love of him is clear for us all to see🙋‍♂️

@kkossor3046 3 жыл бұрын

Really fascinating. You’re a great teacher and educator and trainer. Thanks so much.

@eddyliao4916 3 жыл бұрын

I've never learned so much about animal psychology until now. originally I came only for entertaining glimpses of falcons. now I'm somewhat engrossed in the developing lives of these extraordinary creatures :)

@shanesmith906 2 жыл бұрын

I love all your videos ..don't stop making them!!.. very educational to say the least!!!

@Ian-bq7gp Жыл бұрын

It's great how you love this goshawk. I was around one that arrived half tame in the family garden. I've been fascinated with them and I was shocked at the size.

@Leslie-wb8cb 3 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful, smart boy!!

@MarcWeertsMusic 3 жыл бұрын

Falcons are such beautiful birds...

@flametitan100 3 жыл бұрын

My dad does a lot of falconry, so watching this has shown me a lot of familiar behaviours even if goshawks aren't a species we ever trained; it's interesting to see what's common and what's not between the various raptors.

@jeffreykendall7791 Жыл бұрын

love you, love what you do, love your birds, love your vids, amazing, wonderful

@TheMartianBotanist 3 жыл бұрын

These birds are so beautiful, it's hard to believe they're real.

@johnthaxton9235 3 жыл бұрын

This was fantastic to watch. The change in how he responds to you is awesome truly. And he's such a beauty.

@rivercrow8988 3 жыл бұрын

In line at the grocery store when the notification for this vid came in. Fortunately wearing a mask so no one could see me grinning like a loon. Cloud is magnificent, thank you for sharing his training!

@lfader 3 жыл бұрын

Ha ha did the same today waiting in a que ! 😆😆😆😉

@keenosaabi4530 3 жыл бұрын

i have never grinned like a loon, but i did smile when i got the notification. :)