Our Mission
The Falconer promotes falconry and conservation through raptor education and encounters that create genuine connection between people and birds of prey. We tailor experiences for schools, families, and special events to educate, inspire, and build understanding of the natural world through direct engagement with our raptor ambassadors. We believe education should be as fun as it is informative—grounded in responsible care, conservation-minded practice, and the wonder that makes people want to learn more
Our History
The Falconer was founded in 2015—making 2025 our 10th anniversary—built from a deep respect of falconry, raptors, conservation, and a desire to share that passion through public education. From the start, our approach has centered on bringing people “up close and personal” with raptors and using captive-born birds of prey to educate audiences about raptors and the importance of conservation. We provide opportunities for the public to engage with our raptor ambassadors through private encounters, school events, photography sessions, and hosted experiences, including programs based at our Kent, Washington location (convenient to both Seattle and Tacoma).
Who We Are
The Falconer is a raptor and event center located in Kent, Washington State focused on education & the conservation of the natural world. We believe education can happen anywhere and believe helping people learn outside the box about falconry, the natural world, and beyond. The falconer is owned and operated by John Prucich. John's professional and personal background is anchored in the field of birds. A duel BS/BA degrees in Biology with an emphasis in ornithology From the Evergreen State College. As well as a previous professional background working with zoo raptors for over three years with both the Woodland Park Zoo, and Northwest Trek Wildlife Park gaining fantastic public speaking and general public relations abilities. Personally, John is a licensed practicing Falconer in Washington State since 2010. John Started The Falconer out of his love of raptors, and to share that love with the public. At The Falconer our goal is to inspire each person we meet to project the natural world with fun, engaging, stress free learning encounters.
John Prucich & Mr. Peabody the Lesser yellow-headed vulture Speaking at
the 32nd Annual Student GREEN Congress at the Evergreen State College on Thursday, March 20th, 2025!