PIKES PEAK COG RAILWAY FULL

You will get the chance to interact with a variety of captive-bred, trained birds, including owls, falcons, and hawks.The lesson begins with a flying demonstration and a chance to learn about the fascinating history of this sport. Most of our lesson takes place against the backdrop of Colorado Springs, one of the most scenic areas in the country. This incredible beginners lesson allows you to feel the thrill of working with majestic birds of prey. The Broadmoor Falconry Beginners Lesson offers guests the rare opportunity to experience the 4,000-year-old sport of falconry, or “the sport of kings”. These falcons helped to supplement their very limited diet. Instead, falcons were trapped and used to hunt small game during the winter months. Thus, Falconry became the Sport of Kings!Within nomadic societies, birds of prey were not a status symbol. The Master of the Mews was in charge of obtaining, grooming, and keeping the best hawks in constant readiness for hunting. Although the nobles would not train the birds themselves, they would pay Master Falconers extravagant sums of money. The sport was mainly restricted to these classes due to the commitment of time, money, and space. Historically, falconry was used as status symbol for the nobles of Medieval Europe, Middle East, and Mongolian Empire. Eventually the rabbit out maneuvers the hawk, he turns in mid-air and returns to your glove for a small reward. Suddenly a rabbit breaks from the brush, the hawk quickly takes off, and turns to chase the rabbit in aggressive pursuit. Your Harris Hawk follows you from tree to tree, waiting and anticipating the flushing of game. Picture yourself walking through a field hitting every piece of brush and trying to flush out rabbits. The next thing you know, the falcon hits the pheasant in the air, binds to it, then carries it to the ground where she will patiently await her reward. When the falcon is in the proper position, you flush the game, the falcon turns and begins its head first dive. You know it is there because your well trained pointers have indicated. She is waiting for you to flush a pheasant from the bushes. Imagine the thrill of walking through a field with a falcon flying above your head at 1,000 feet or higher. WHAT IS FALCONRY? Falconry, the art of flying trained birds of prey after wild quarry, is alive and well in the United States. If you book with us, you are guaranteed a hard to secure seat on the Cog Railway.Īll reservations must be confirmed 48 hours prior to trip date. You will be starting the ride at 14,000 feet.if you have health concerns, please consult a physician for high altitude compatibility prior to participating.īroadmoor Outfitters is the official Partner of The Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway. This unforgettable experience is designed for most abilities – however, some biking experience required. This guided ride offers some of the most sweeping views of Colorado’s magnificent rugged mountain landscape you’ll see anywhere, and an exhilarating feeling you’ll never forget. This fully supported ride has both a lead guide to moderate the group's speed and a sweep van in case any participant decides to exit the ride early.

PIKES PEAK COG RAILWAY FULL

While there is risk in every activity, we aim to keep you safe by providing full face helmets, gloves, hi-vis vests and custom built GT 29' cruisers.Īfter gearing up, you downhill adventure begins. The 19.5 mile downhill adventure begins with the safety briefing and gear up. After enjoying the ride up the Cog and taking in the views, the real adventure begins. Once atop Pikes Peak you will have a chance to check out the all new Summit House and soak in the views afforded by one of Colorado's most accessible 14'er.

During this 5.5 hour adventure you travel to the top of Pikes Peak on the Manitou and Pike Peak Cog Railway. Feel the rush of adrenaline on this 19.5-mile downhill adventure from the summit of the country’s most famous mountain, Pikes Peak.

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