Falconry Experience in Asheville with Curtis Wright Outfitters

Located in Asheville, North Carolina, Curtis Wright Outfitters & Fly Fishing Guides offers a truly exceptional private outdoor adventure that goes beyond traditional hiking and fishing experiences. This specialized falconry adventure allows guests to come face-to-face with magnificent birds of prey including Harris' Hawks, Red Tail Hawks, Barn Owls, Kestrels, and Peregrine Falcons. Asheville’s lush landscapes and surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains provide an inspiring backdrop for this unique wildlife encounter that blends education, interaction, and outdoor exploration.

Curtis Wright Outfitters is deeply embedded in the local outdoor scene, known primarily for its fly fishing expertise, but it stands apart for offering guests this intimate falconry session led by passionate and knowledgeable guides such as Sam, Jeff, and Pete. These experts bring a genuine enthusiasm and deep understanding of raptor biology, behavior, and conservation, creating an engaging experience that leaves a lasting impression.

Your adventure begins just outside of Asheville, where you follow the guide to a secluded location hosting their raptors. This is not a passive watch-the-birds flight; visitors actively engage by wearing falconry gloves, holding small morsels of food, and encouraging the hawks and falcons to swoop in and land on their outstretched hands. It's an exhilarating, hands-on chance to observe flight dynamics up close and appreciate the impressive flight skills of these birds. The ability to handle multiple species, including an extraordinary silent-hunting Barn Owl, adds a rare dimension to the experience.

Asheville’s geography, with its mix of forested hills and open fields, creates an ideal environment for both the birds and guests to fully enjoy the flights and demonstrations. The program is small group-oriented, often private, allowing close interaction and personalized attention. This falconry adventure offers a remarkable blend of wildlife education, local culture, and outdoor magic that stands out as an unforgettable activity within the wider Asheville outdoor adventure offerings.