Raptors
Ridge Birds of Prey
26021-100th Avenue
Maple Ridge, BC
Phone: 604-831-HAWK(4295)
http://www.raptorsridge.com
Location:
From Vancouver: Traveling East follow Highway one, follow signs
to Maple Ridge—Pitt Meadows ( Hwy 7 ) Continue traveling
East until you come to 240Street, turn left ( North ), first set
of lights is 102 Ave, turn right ( East) follow 102 Ave, it will
turn into 100 Ave, from this point it is a 3 minute drive. We
are on the North side. Watch for this sign.
From Langley
/ Ft. Langley: Fort Langley Ferry turn right off the ferry over
tracks you are now on 240 Street, first set of lights is Lougheed
Hwy, go straight across. Second set is 102 Ave turn right ( East)
follow 102 Ave, it will turn into 100 Ave, from this point it
is a 3 minute drive. We are on the North side. Watch for this
sign
General
Information:
Come join us for the ultimate hands-on experience. We offer several
different hands-on sessions, spend an hour, half day or a full
day in the company of Raptors in private tranquil settings.
Age
Group:
Babies: Not appropriate.
Toddlers: Not appropriate
Older children: This is great for kids who enjoy birds, this age
group is up to you!
Hours of Operation:
Call to book your experience!
Cost:
(Currently)
Hawk Walk: Approximately one hour. $30.00 Per Person
Raptor Discovery: Approximately 3 hours. $ 65.00 Per Person
Falconer for a Day: Approximately 6 hours $ 125.00 Per Person
A packed lunch is required. We can supply lunch for an extra $
5.00
What
is there to Do and See?
For your convenience Raptors Ridge now offers an unforgettable
experience giving you the opportunity to discover more about the
wonderful world of Birds of Prey.
We are offering several different Hands-on sessions for the Bird
of Prey enthusiast .
Amongst the tall timbers , fern laden forest floor and gently
flowing creek waters ,come spend an hour, half the day or a full
day in the company of Raptors in this ,a very tranquil setting!
At Raptors Ridge we use only captive-bred and raised birds of
prey. Including Red-tailed Hawks, Harris Hawks, and Owls.
Programs to choose from:
Hawk Walk
A unforgettable experience, to receive instructions about handling
raptors. Together with one of our Harris Hawks, (that sits upon
your fist) and falconer . Learn about local raptors in our area,
while enjoying a walk in the woods.
Raptor Discovery
This interactive experience is designed for those wishing to experience
handling and flying trained raptors. Learn how to approach, pick
up, and handle hawks. Plenty of hands-on opportunities.
Falconer for a Day
Experience a whole day in the company of Raptors! You will learn
all the basic knowledge for Falconry. Experience the thrill of
a trained raptor flying to and from your fist, learn the elusive
falconers knot, you will also learn how to make some of the equipment,
that is used in falconry, assist in training a raptor to hunt,
( we use decoys), extend your knowledge for these majestic masters
of the sky. Interactions with the raptors is a thrill beyond words.
Shutter Bug Corner
We will be offering photographer days. Come challenge your Shutter
speed and Lens with these quick moving birds! Please contact us
for dates available and rates. Net proceeds from Shutter Bug corner
goes to O.W.L. (Bird of Prey Rescue Centre).
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