So, when a few months ago Ian Lewis of Handmade Fishing Floats held an auction for sets of floats made from bird of prey feathers, I just had to enter. Ian did this as a fundraiser for a bird of prey centre in Somerset, so it helped that the cause was an excellent one. Anything that increases public understanding of these wonderful birds has to be worthwhile. Apparently, collecting cast off feathers from these birds is not easy, even for those who care for them. So, only 12 sets were available.
To my surprise I won and today my set arrived. From top to bottom they are: Golden Eagle, Peregrine Falcon and Eagle Owl (with Oak Gall).
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Of course, the real question is will I use them or display them. If I use them, will I need to take my 3 CITES certificates with me!
Of course I’m going to use them!
Phil