Hawaiiで鷹狩り免許を取得する方法

🏛️ 野生生物管理機関

All falconry licensing in Hawaii is handled through the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources. Contact them directly with questions about exam scheduling, license applications, and facility inspections.

📝 試験要件

The Hawaii falconry exam tests your knowledge of raptor biology, training techniques, housing requirements, health care, and both state and federal regulations. You must score at least 80% on the 100-question test to qualify for a license. Contact Division of Forestry and Wildlife

北東部の州は通常、州の魚類および野生生物機関を通じて鷹狩り試験を提供しており、複数の場所または定期的な日程で試験を提供する州もあります。地域の鷹匠の密度のため、試験の枠はすぐに埋まることがあるので、前もって計画し早めに登録してください。学習時間は、猛禽類の生物学、連邦規制、自州の捕獲シーズン、種制限、報告要件に関する特定の規則に集中させてください — 北東部の州ではこれらが詳細な傾向があります。

Effective exam preparation involves a combination of textbook study, hands-on learning, and practice testing. The California Hawking Club Study Guide and the Apprentice Study Manual published by NAFA are widely recommended starting points. Many successful applicants also attend local club meetings where experienced falconers review exam topics and share insights on the questions most commonly missed. Plan to review raptor anatomy, molt cycles, common diseases, equipment requirements, and the federal regulations in 50 CFR 21.29 until you can recall key details from memory.

準備に役立つ情報をお探しですか？ 鷹狩り試験の準備ガイドで学習戦略と練習問題をご覧ください。

💰 料金

The total upfront cost for a Hawaii falconry license is varies (application plus license fee). You will also need to renew annually. These fees are separate from your federal falconry permit and state hunting license, which may have additional costs. Note: Hawaii hunting license: $10 resident, $95 non-resident + $10 wildlife conservation stamp (verified from hunting.ehawaii.gov). However, Hawaii does NOT have an established falconry program due to biosecurity concerns and lack of native quarry. Contact DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife at (808) 587-0166 for clarification on falconry regulations.

🏠 施設要件

Before receiving your Hawaii falconry license, your raptor housing facilities must meet state standards.Hawaii requires a minimum mews size of 64 square feet. A separate weathering area is required where your bird can sun and bathe outdoors. Your facilities must pass a wildlife officer inspection before you can be licensed. Federal minimum requirements; tropical climate considerations

北東部の冬は、氷点下の気温、大雪、氷の嵐から鳥を守るためによく作られ、断熱された鷹舎を要求します。施設は冷気漏れがないようにしつつ十分な通気を維持すべきです — 淀んだ空気は呼吸器の問題を引き起こす可能性があります。重大な雪荷重に耐えられる頑丈な屋根と、氷が積もっても容易に開けられる扉のある設計を検討してください。春の雪解けと大雨を管理するために適切な排水が重要です。

Building a compliant mews typically costs between $500 and $2,000 for materials, depending on size and construction quality. Most falconers use pressure-treated lumber for the frame, half-inch hardware cloth for ventilation panels, and exterior-grade plywood or T1-11 siding for walls. The floor should be easy to clean, with many falconers choosing pea gravel or sand over solid surfaces for drainage. Budget additional time and materials for the weathering yard, which requires secure fencing, a bath pan, and at least one perch positioned to allow your bird full sun and shade access throughout the day.

詳しい建築ガイダンスは、鷹舎建築ガイドと施設要件の概要をご覧ください。

🦅 種に関する注意事項

Hawaii has specific regulations regarding which raptor species may be used for falconry. As an apprentice, you are generally limited to Red-tailed Hawks and American Kestrels under federal rules, but state rules may impose additional restrictions or allowances.

• ⚠️Hawaiian hawk (Io) is protected and cannot be used
• ⚠️Import of raptors heavily restricted due to biosecurity
• ⚠️Limited quarry species available
• ⚠️No wild take permitted - captive bred only

Learn more about each species in our falconry species guide.

🔗 リソース

🏔️ Hawaiiでの鷹狩り

北東部はアメリカで最も鷹匠の密度が高い地域の一つで、活発な州のクラブと強い指導の伝統に支えられています。地域は一年を通じて多数のフィールドミート、猛禽識別ワークショップ、教育イベントを開催します。アカオノスリは見習いにとって最も人気の種であり、経験豊富な鷹匠は、山鳥類の鷹狩りから沿岸の水鳥の飛翔まで、地域の多様な生息地が提供する豊かな機会を楽しみます。

🪤 Hawaiiでの捕獲

北東部の捕獲は、地域の小さな地形と、大西洋沿岸とアパラチアの尾根に沿って鳥を集める秋の猛禽渡りによって形作られます。渡りのアカオノスリとクーパーハイタカは、よく知られた渡り回廊に集中し、経験豊富な捕獲者は十月と十一月のピーク移動と一致させます。北東部に多い郊外と外郊外の景観は、鷹匠が捕獲場所について慎重であること — 土地所有者の許可を得て、賑やかな道路や住宅地から離れた場所を選ぶこと — を要求します。ドホガジ網とバルチャトリ罠の両方がよく機能し、捕獲地域間の短い距離は北東部の鷹匠が一回の外出で複数の場所を確認することを可能にします。

🦅 鷹狩りに人気の種

アカオノスリは北東部の鷹狩りの礎で、地域に典型的な分断された林地と畑縁の生息地でよく機能します。古い果樹園、農地の藪に覆われた縁、理想的な狩猟被覆を提供する電力線の伐採跡地で、コットンテールに特に効果的です。クーパーハイタカは、リスやムクドリのために狭い森林環境でこの速くて敏捷なアクシピターを飛ばす挑戦を楽しむ北東部の鷹匠の間に熱心な支持があります。ハヤブサは、大西洋飛行ルートの渡りとニュージャージーからメインまで広がる広大な湿地を活用して、沿岸でカモ狩りに経験豊富な鷹匠によって飛ばされています。

Explore detailed profiles of each species in our falconry species guide.

🌡️ 気候と季節の考慮事項

北東部の鷹狩りシーズンは、おおよそ十月から二月にわたり、飛翔の質は週ごとに劇的に変化する天候パターンに大きく依存します。シーズン初期は最初の厳しい霜の前の心地よい気温と活発な獲物を提供し、真冬は短い日、深い寒さ、そして時折のノルイースター — 数日間にわたって飛翔を停止させ得る — をもたらします。雪の被覆は十二月以降ニューイングランドと北部中部大西洋で一般的で、獲物の追跡を容易にする一方、アクセスできる狩猟地域も制限します。北東部の鷹狩りで成功する鍵は柔軟性です — 天候の窓に合わせて予定を調整し、条件が揃ったときには短い予告で飛ぶ準備をしておくことです。

🤝 Hawaiiでメンターを見つける

Every apprentice falconer needs a licensed sponsor who holds a general or master class permit. Finding the right mentor is one of the most important steps in your falconry journey, and Hawaii has an active community ready to help newcomers learn the craft. Start by attending meetings of your state falconry club, where you can meet experienced falconers in a relaxed setting and demonstrate your genuine interest in the sport. Many sponsors prefer to work with apprentices who have already begun studying for the exam and show commitment to the long-term responsibilities of raptor care.

If your state club does not have a formal mentorship matching program, reach out to the North American Falconers' Association or post an introduction in regional falconry forums. Be prepared to travel to meet potential sponsors, as falconry communities in some states are spread across large areas. The mentor-apprentice relationship typically lasts at least two years, during which your sponsor will guide you through trapping your first bird, building training skills, and developing the judgment that comes only from experience in the field.

Read our complete guide to finding a falconry sponsor for detailed advice on connecting with mentors.

🗺️ Your Path to a License in Hawaii

Obtaining your Hawaii falconry license is a multi-step process that typically takes three to six months from your first study session to holding a licensed raptor. The journey begins with self-education: read foundational texts, study raptor biology and regulations, and attend local club meetings to absorb knowledge from experienced practitioners. Once you feel confident in your understanding of the material, schedule your written exam through the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources and aim for a score well above the 80% minimum.

After passing the exam, focus on building your facilities to meet Hawaii's standards and securing a licensed sponsor. Your sponsor will help you navigate the facility inspection process and guide your first trapping experience once your license is approved. With your mews inspected and your permits in hand, you will be ready to trap your first raptor and begin the most rewarding phase of your falconry education: learning in the field alongside your bird. The effort required to earn your license is significant, but every licensed falconer will tell you that the reward of flying a trained raptor over wild quarry is worth every hour of preparation.