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According to ancient Chinese records falcons were used to hunt prey and given as royal gifts as far back as 2205 B.C. And through the centuries falcons were the sole proprietorship of mighty rulers. Kublai Khan, Alexander the Great, and countless kings enjoyed the sport of falconry (during the reign of England's Edward VIII, the theft of a trained falcon was punishable by death). The status surrounding falconry died out in the 19th century but just one hundred years later its popularity rose in North America among sportsmen.

UNESCO considers falconry of such historical importance that it was added to the organization's esteemed list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Now you can witness this much-admired sport for yourself with a visit to a true falconry. Join Peter McMurchy, a seasoned falconer, on his private property as he trains his birds of prey. If conditions permit, watch them in full flight, soaring, diving, catching the air currents and swirling high in the sky over your head.

Your 3-hour excursion begins as you board your transportation at the pier. Sit back and relax as you set out across the gently rolling landscape to the falconry, located in the middle of the island.

When was the last time your family had the chance to watch a falcon in flight -- soaring, diving, and catching air currents -- a magical sight indeed. This is not something most people have ever seen in the wild. Many falcons are an endangered species although their population is growing again thanks to conservation breeding programs. Peter McMurchy has been working with Sakers, Peregrines, Gyrfalcons and Harris' hawks on Prince Edward Island for several years and can't wait to share his knowledge with you!

If conditions are right, you'll be able to watch Peter as he trains his birds to fly free and return to a lure at speeds of up to 200 mph. Even if conditions don't allow for flying, you'll have the opportunity to don the falconer's glove and have a falcon sit on your hand. You'll also have the opportunity, if conditions permit, to have one of his hawks fly in and land on your gloved hand. Snap some pictures or videos as a memento of this memorable experience.