Great Lakes Steward Ship Initiative Northeast Michigan

The Michigan Hawking Club is a non-political, non-profit organization whose purpose is preservation of the sport of falconry and conservation of birds of prey.  

The goals of the MHC are…

• To provide communication among, and to disseminate relevant information to, club members.
• To promote scientific study of raptorial species, their care, welfare, and training.
• To promote conservation of birds of prey and an appreciation for their value in nature and in wildlife conservation programs.
• To promote recognition of falconry as a legal field sport and support the practice of falconry to the highest standards. 
• To establish traditions which will aid, perpetuate, and further the welfare of falconry, and the raptors it employs.