About GFA

Membership

The Georgia Falconry Association promotes and supports scientific studies, educational programs, and practices which are directed towards the conservation of raptors as a species and the preservation of falconry as a field sport. The Association publishes a newsletter entitled The Blue Darter; as well as periodic notices for upcoming events.

The Association hosts an Annual Field Meet in January and an Annual Picnic in September. The general membership is invited to participate in these events and to attend any business meetings of the Association held during the year. Programs of interest to beginning and experienced falconers is presented at these meetings utilizing guest speakers and GFA members. The Association welcomes persons interested in falconry and raptors. Applicants for membership that are not licensed falconers may join as an Affiliate.

Yearly membership dues are as follows:

Apprentice (Licensed Apprentice Falconer): $25.00

General (Licensed General or Master Falconer): $25.00

Affiliate (Non-Falconer): $25.00

Family (More than one licensed falconer in the family): $35.00

Membership dues are due and payable on January 1st of each year.

Along with this web site, the Georgia Falconry Association Facebook group is a primary channel of communication with members. Once you become a GFA member, it is recommended you request to join this GFA-members-only group.

If you would like to Join the GFA, please use the link at the top of this webpage- Join GFA