Seriously the saddest video I've ever had to make. But I anticipated this and it's been a long time comming. My videos dont accurately portray the pressure I'm under to get Carol to preform. Unfourtunetly things just havent worked out with her, it's my own fault and now I am morally and legally obligated to let her go back to the wild before she becomes completly dependent on humans for food. This is deffinitly one of my greatest failures and greatest disappointments. Il be extremely sad to see her go and I'm sure I'll lose a ton of subscribers along with her, however I got to do what's right for Carol. Being held in captivity without the ability to fulfill her natural hunting drive would just be wrong. I'm so grateful to everyone that had my back when I took up this challenging sport, and I look forward to my next challenge and hope you guys will stick around for future adventures🍻🦅
@jillcipher
4 жыл бұрын
Maxx Powell Do you think you might try again with a new bird in the future?
@Kozz
4 жыл бұрын
don't give up man. try again in a couple years
@uscgamer6220
4 жыл бұрын
I’m here to stay bub
@alexpmK3
4 жыл бұрын
Yo Bro, i had a thought. Training, A battery radio control car wirh prominent markings. Put a mouse by the car at home a few times, and walk her ro where you let her off. Then out there, guide her with the car. I think you know best way to do this.
@luxordeathbed
4 жыл бұрын
Talk to other falconers. Go from there. Of course, each animal in a species has its own attitude and personality. Chickens have their own way of things and it appears from watching other falconer channels that their birds are slightly different. Take a day or two then make a choice after processing others recommendations. peace.
@noahcroy9435
4 жыл бұрын
Dear Maxx, I love your videos, all of them, but originally started watching your channel for your Carol capture video... You are already an excellent falconer. I am a licensed apprentice in Rhode Island, on the far side of the pond, and can honestly say you inspired me to pursue falconry well before I was licensed. I caught my first rabbit this past weekend with my first bird....I...Know...Your...Pain. I went out 2-3 dozen times hunting before I caught anything. Very very frustrating. I too considered letting my bird go for a time. But, you shouldn't my man. You will advocate for the well-being of that bird better then Anybody else! Because you are inexperienced yourself you doubt everything you're doing. And the bird is an inexperienced hunter as you caught her as an early season Juvenile. Trust your sponsor's advice, that's all you can do. One thing is bothering me though... You said in this video that you can't just go out in your yard fly her there...Well why not? I see beautiful brush.. Nice conifer tree-lines. And...it's yours. Your family is there your dogs can run around and flush. I think you're overthinking it and letting your lack of hunting success get to you. It will come...in time. Plus, the added pressure of getting footage for your channel... that's gotta be a big one. Screw the camera my man, go out, and relaxxxxx. Don't think you need to get that first kill for the world to see. So much added pressure and it IS a bond. Your bird feels some of that too. Allow your focus to be solely on the bird and just spend a day watching her do her thing in a familiar area. Besides, it'd be a great story if the cops get called to your house again by the neighbors watching you fly a raptor lol. Cops show up, you're chillin', wife and kids,... and bird. XD Your heart is in the right place my man. Another bird messed with your hunt in the vid, you're flushing solo, weathers abit rough...that wasn't really bad behavior on the bird's part. Don't feel bad for giving necessary food after a bad hunt either. Alone, just for the act of hunting she should be rewarded for. Positive Reinforcement right! She was abit reluctant to come down to the glove, even for a big reward. Try, if that happens again, dropping her weight a half ounce and using the lure. Far less pressure on the animal to go to the lure as opposed to the glove. Once shes on the lure, let her eat from it, transfer her to the glove with a tidbit, and you're golden. I had to lure my boy down today away from a mated pair of RTs. Took 45 minutes and I chased him a half mile lol. Any day we go home with our birds is a good day. Don't give up! -Much Love from A Big Fan in the smallest state!! -Noah
@hillhound523
4 жыл бұрын
💯💯💯♥️♥️♥️
@jakebhunt954
4 жыл бұрын
Hopefully he sees this! Loved this comment
@noahcroy9435
4 жыл бұрын
@@jakebhunt954 thanks man
@redlinecustomsms
4 жыл бұрын
Great comment, thanks for taking the time to encourage a fellow falconer.
@truckerrickakamanowar
4 жыл бұрын
Great comment! Waving a hand from East Providence.
@seamusmcphierson7480
4 жыл бұрын
I’d honestly talk to your sponsor/mentor and trust his advice .
@jessitaylor4170
4 жыл бұрын
I agree, please don't give up on Carol and yourself!
@jeffgoldblum4104
4 жыл бұрын
Exactly, everyone on KZitem thinks they're a vet, falconer, athlete blah blah, take some real advice. I don't think you're as bad as you think you are.
@evilcryalotmore
4 жыл бұрын
This video in a way is humbling, it shows your insight and priorities towards self esteem and disappointment. I'm here watching your videos because I appreciate you and your family.
@shellymelick4671
4 жыл бұрын
Max don't give up. I noticed when you have had issues in the videos it is when there are alot of distractions. Maybe your sponsor might know of an area that is not around the trafic and people plus other birds. Please you are educating alot of people. Chin up talk with your sponsor and maybe a few others in the community to see if they can help you. Both you and Carol have been stressed with everything. You guys need to get back to the way you was last year. Please don't give up. I love you and Carol videos.
@jaygalloway2798
4 жыл бұрын
In my 20's I was a Falconer. I reached the Intermediate Falconer level in California and held that license for several years. Early on, I had two Redtails; CJ and Josie at different times. I ran into many of the problems you have had with your bird Carol. Not enough time and my job which stationed me on Angel Island made it difficult to hunt. I eventually hacked both of these birds back to the wild successfully and though I missed flying them I knew it was better for them. Whatever you ultimately decide, you might consider working with a Rehab Center for Birds of Prey that is amenable to a falconer working their birds for rehab. I did this with UC Davis for many years and helped them rehab and hack back several Redtails, Golden Eagles, a Prairie Falcon and a Tercel Kestrel that was death from above on earthworms. It was fun, rewarding and I got to maintain my skills with birds Unfortunately my district Game Warden retired and I got assigned to two new Game Wardens that didn't like Falconers much. Being I had no bird at the time they would not renew my license that I had for nearly 6 years. I was about to move to the Master License. Due to their insensitivity and life getting in the way I have never gone back to Falconry. The law at the time said if you didn't maintain your intermediate license you had to start at an apprentice level again. I do miss falconry but it does take a bunch of time. The nice thing about rehab was I got to work with many different bird species and temperaments and once a bird was returned to the wild I could take a break from it. I do miss falconry and being around the birds. To this day everytime I seen one of these beautiful creatures on the wing I get chills. Cheers and best of luck.
@caiusmadison2996
Жыл бұрын
California did that because they game every single thing worth any money. You are right, they don't give a damn about nature out there.
@renewyourmind1815
4 жыл бұрын
The fact that you went after her for how long you did, to me, says you still want to try. You want to get her to where you can both hunt. I hope you both get there & truly don't think you'll give it up. Your sponsor should be able to tell you what's up. I was doing liberty training with my horse & there was a lot of time she turned & ran off in the beginning. She was just being a horse, just as Carol is being a hawk. It's nothing personal! It doesn't mean you're a crumby trainer, or that she's an awful bird. It means you're learning. Keep it up! Don't give up!
@toouglyforanylove
4 жыл бұрын
great advice thank you for your comment
@rodeosound
Жыл бұрын
No look at the mass of shit in the bottom of the cage that should tell you everything
@AboveTheBigSky
4 жыл бұрын
Maxx, I just want to say thank you for this video and your work with Carol. I have an old friend who took up falconry this year, and of course by watching him I got the bug right away. After he trapped his kestrel, it was obvious that there is a real challenge associated with this sport, so I started doing my homework regarding apprenticeship, bird choice, training, etc, etc. I even got to know a licensed falconer that would possibly consider sponsorship. Then one day I found your channel and started watching closely. I noticed right away that you are pretty involved in a lot of different things, and I was curious how falconry would fit in - because, as you said, its a kind of a lifestyle - and my workload is very similar to yours... 5 to 6 days of 8 to 12 work hrs per day, wife and kids at home, three businesses, a LOT of fun hobbies, and the list goes on. Honestly, I have been trying really hard to convince myself that I can do it, so I have been watching you more than others - as my test subject. Yes, I have viewed many of the professional/old-hat falconers on KZitem... and yes, I have learned a TON from them (I mean, there is some GREAT stuff on here). But really, to see a guy share a "first bird" falconry experience from day one, getting it right, getting it wrong, acknowledging the struggles, etc. is just as important as the rest. I hope you get that. If folks are paying attention, there is real value in it. All that aside, I am sure that if you decide to continue working with Carol it will be fresh and new. You seem like the type of guy that can rise to the challenge. But if you decide to step away from falconry (for now), it will be based on what is right for you and best for Carol. I think it's a win either way. Also... I'll still be watching, whether it's flying a red tail or a para-motor. You have a great channel! Thanks!
@wabniky
4 жыл бұрын
Sad to see Maxx, I followed a while back when I found you from the Carol content because it was a new interest to me at the time and you are a very entertaining personality to watch and learn from so while I understand the circumstances it's a bummer she'll probably have to go free 😔 When is the season over or when do you need her to get a catch by? I know this venture was stressful and negative but perhaps one last attempt near home can either turn things around or at least be an optimistic return to the wild nearby. Who knows, maybe she sticks around.. your new place is pretty awesome! Cheers for the content man, I'll be here regardless if Carol leaves and even if you don't continue the journey next season. Best wishes for you dude!
@thekingofsx
4 жыл бұрын
This may be one of your best videos, I know you may not think that, but this is a chapter in a story... a true, raw and honest chapter in a story... I truly value KZitem because it gives me access to authentic, un-produced stories of humanity. But channels like yours are getting much harder to find as many creators seem to value commercial success over “being real”. Thank you for sharing your life’s peaks and valleys, it’s hard to do and you do it very well. Keep doing what your doing, people value honestly, even though they might not convey that in the comments. keep being real and you will have no where to go but up.
@chuekue7030
4 жыл бұрын
Dont give up soo soon pal. It just looks like your bird needs some reconditioning and drop a few more grams... over the year i learned that if you teather her on to a screen perch and let her sit there all day and take her out to hunt in the evenings.... she will more likely perform better because she know its gona be night time soon. Dont ever take her out of her mew and go straight to hunt, she will only relax in the tree watching games and everything.... u want her out teather on the screen perch and let her sit and look around bate to get to moles, rats, mouse, birds, etc all day.... lastly take her out and she will be desperate to kill something. With her attitude ripping the meat off your glove is normal for a high-strong weight bird... drop a few more grams i mean by the 10s gram. Let her sit on your glove during feeding session and toss small tidbit on the ground and encourage her to fly down to eat it... then do the same thing with her being in the tree... once she come down to eat the meat u toss on the ground then call her up to your gloves.. repeat that and you will be stress free next time... (meat tossed on the ground she trust u won't cheat her - like: "when i came down to the meat at your glove, u only gave me a small piece, what happened to the big chunk i saw....! 😠" ) hahaha I enjoy your videos keep it up sport.
@AJsRealm
4 жыл бұрын
I take my bird out of the mew and straight to a hunt 80% of the time and he's on point and ready to hunt.
@toddbeeman5933
4 жыл бұрын
Oh man.. I'm glad you were able to get her back. Don't be so hard on yourself. Yes, falconry is incredibly challenging, but if there's someone who can take a difficult challenge and look it face to face, it's Max Fuckin' Powell! You've been nothing but an inspiration in so many aspects and we all know you're capable of far more than you're giving yourself credit for. Take a second, regroup, and get back to conquering your reality brother! You've got my support and I'm rooting for you all the way! Peace & Love from Missouri -Todd #dontforgettolive
@ansonsmith7753
4 жыл бұрын
Max, This was weight issue. The other birds being there was also a distraction. You should continue with the drag line, use a rabbit this time. Please work with your sponsor. He definitely should have been with you on your first hunt. Carol has not yet experienced you flushing game for her. She did not understand what you were doing. Do not give up, I under your frustration, but you are so close. Hang in there. Get help from your sponsor. Cheers.
@manganjames1
4 жыл бұрын
Terrible advice...his primary concern was promoting something on You Tube. Seems like a good guy but he needs to participate in falconry only for himself and the hawk, not likes and comments.
@coffeehugger
4 жыл бұрын
yup!
@joshowens2219
4 жыл бұрын
If you let her go on your property maybe she'll stick around or come back to visit. Or maybe I've watched too many after school specials. lol
@nicksantosTV
4 жыл бұрын
Josh Owens I don’t know what the laws are but they might require her to be released so many miles away from the residence. I think he’d also want to release her somewhere that has an abundance of food, shelter, and minimal competing predators.
@WolfPointOutfitters
4 жыл бұрын
i know people that release them close by and they continue to come back when times are tough. also, many want them close because you don't just kick em out, you wean them off until they don't constantly come back
@t2fast
4 жыл бұрын
My Dad had a falcon named Swede and he was released he stayed in our valley and would do fly bys with his mate and would also return and help train the the new batch of babies every year when they were learning to fly. He would even bring in food and feed the little buggers. My Dad has past a bit over 6 years ago but Swede is still out there and I am sure he does his fly bys still on the old ranch looking for him.
@Trashcankicker.
4 жыл бұрын
@@t2fast this little story reminds me of Hachi .. love it
@AtlantaFalconry
4 жыл бұрын
I wild hack a lot of my red tails over the summer. Turn them loose in May, have a feeding station where I put out a chipmunk, or what ever I have once a week or two and then take them back in during Aug, they develop a lot less bad habits. More than likely will get two Cooper’s hawk chicks from the nesting pair in my backyard spring 2021.
@PredictableNOVA
4 жыл бұрын
She doesn't want any of the actions for several reasons: You haven't trained her on a squirrel lure, and her weight is not at hunting. Even though you trapped her in the wild, remind yourself you got her as a juvenile, a bird that recently left her nest, still developing of what to catch. You yourself as a falconer, are supposed to introduce her the prey you want to catch with her. Some naturally catch on, and some need's more time. Right as the moment you got her free flying, you should of introduced her to the prey you want her to catch right after. It's unfortunate that Carol has not caught, but maybe this experience with Carol will make you understand better the next time you decide to resume back in falconry and trap a new bird. Who knows, maybe the next bird you decide to catch, might be more experienced then Carol.
@BrysenJacobsen
4 жыл бұрын
I agree
@jasonpatterson8091
4 жыл бұрын
Weight down to hunting using a squirrel lure and feeding squirrel if possible, trap a live squirrel, take her to a big field where the squirrel has no tree to escape to and let them both go.
@calumandrews1714
3 жыл бұрын
Red tails don't have a hunting weight
@tuckersmoak6632
4 жыл бұрын
I take my dog to that park all the time and see those larpers! They are there every single weekend. A dedicated bunch. Small world.
@NikoPaisa87
4 жыл бұрын
Don't give up bro! Learn from this stressful event and keep going forward! Cheers!
@andy553
4 жыл бұрын
"I bet they'd love to see Carol...... I can't let them see Carol" hahahahaha
@dodecaheathenblue8132
4 жыл бұрын
I can understand that you have been under tremendous stress..with Carol...don't look at this as a failure my friend...you are a busy person and you have 15 spinning plates in the air at once...Letting Carol Free is the best thing for her...I have enjoyed your falconry adventures sincerely- and I'm a fan..I love your home life and positive attitude...we are subbed With or Without Carol...take care!
@parkvapes2127
4 жыл бұрын
What ever decision you decide to make with carol we all stand behind you. I am also a man of many hobbies and i have noticed over the past couple years that if i dial down the amount im into the more effort i can put into specific ones. Its overall improved my quality of living. Keep up the great videos, and don't get caught up on the details.
@mollygraf9360
Жыл бұрын
I recommend wedding your bird to the lure. Feed it a substantial amount of food on the lure, every day after training or instead of training - until the bird knows the lure means a nice meal. You can then use the lure to recall your bird from a longer distance. Use the glove recall for initial tidbit training, but the lure is what you need for recall in the field. Your sponsor should have taught you that, it is very important.
@gabrielleolson3507
4 жыл бұрын
I wish I could say I'm surprised, but I can't... Either way, this must have been a difficult decision for you. Good on you for putting Carol first. Maybe you can get back into it when you have more time on your hands. I know a lot of people are going to be sad about this, and I'll miss falconry content. But you made the right decision.
@johnharris7756
4 жыл бұрын
It’s not a failure! Falconry is not easy. Just keep at.
@mykalbee
4 жыл бұрын
I'm thinking falconry demands much more time and energy than your able to give. Letting her go is probably for the best. I'm sure you gotta know that every asshat out there that sees you breaking into their sport was gonna scream "your doing it wrong" so it doesn't surprise me folks are calling fish & game on you. Well good luck in whatever decision you make.
@ray_23trd33
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome video Max. You’ve come a long way with Carol and if you do decide to let her go, at least you can walk away knowing you enjoyed the experience and you did your best. Not a lot of people will pursue falconry, so consider yourself lucky. Thanks for sharing the journey man 🤙
@blisterybrush86yomomma22
4 жыл бұрын
That looked really emotionally draining. I’m sorry about your struggle. Whatever you do from here is your choice.
@Chino_kochino
4 жыл бұрын
Proud of ya brudda. Takes a big set of shoes to know when enough is enough. If you can’t commit 100% of hobby time to carol then maybe it is time to split. Be thankful for the time and experience. Great content
@andytuesday500
4 жыл бұрын
Bro. Take a step back. I think you’re being to hard on your self. ❤️🙏
@spacii112
4 жыл бұрын
From the bird or from his emotional issues
@NorthCountryOffgrid
4 жыл бұрын
I just found your channel 2 days ago, because I’ve been interested in falconry. Been watching your playlist on your hawk, and now you post this video?! 🤬 now what do I do? A little piece of me has died tonight...
@Maxx.Powell
4 жыл бұрын
Ahhh I'm sorry man! I'm at least trying to show the harsh reality of falconry. This is deffinitly something you might face as you get into it. Dont let this discourage you from trying though. It's an incredible experience with or without success
@daviddoodle87
4 жыл бұрын
Don't give up keep training nothing comes easy
@Impalals2001
4 жыл бұрын
I must say that was so heart pounding and breaking at the same time. You did something that most people wouldn't even have tried! So congrats and don't give and keep moving forward.
@TheFalconryApprentice
4 жыл бұрын
Brother you need to get more into the falconry community, go out with friends who hunt squirrels, have your sponsor engaged, have him feel his keel, dial in the weight. There are a ton of people who will help you in this sport, all you got to do is ask. If your sponsor isn’t involved, get a new one. Your supposed to do poorly, your an apprentice, but you’ll learn, and you’ll get better. You just have to show some grit in this sport, get humbled and reach out to badass falconers
@stonefrog-k6d
5 ай бұрын
I am at the 1147 mark in the video and Carol is talking to another hawk. I am curious if the other hawk is a Redtail, or whether you know?
@granth-man2553
4 жыл бұрын
Tough to see. I was just here for the Carol videos - trucks and paramotoring aren't my thing. I agree, seems like trying to take on too many hobbies at once. Falconry is super time intensive. Best of luck.
@kyleoglee
4 жыл бұрын
With the knowledge you've gained, it would be easy to do over at a later time. As an aviation enthusiast, falconry has always intrigued me. The time commitment that has been the thing that has stopped me from pursuing it beyond that. I subbed to your channel for the falconry, the paramotoring hooked me in deeper, but I'll stay for the vlog. You're a cool guy Max, make the best decision for yourself. Carol will be fine either way.
@countryclubbin1016
4 жыл бұрын
You're juggling too many hobbies my man, plus your career. Being a falconer alone while holding a career is tough. You need to dedicate yourself to being a falconer or you're doing yourself and your bird a disservice. You'll make the right choice, but I'm afraid Carol is too dependent on humans for food now to be let go.
@xoqueendeeox
4 жыл бұрын
country clubbin that’s not how it works with raptors btw. They do not become fully dependent on humans and retain their wild side for life because these are not domesticated birds. That would only occur if the bird is injured and can no longer hunt on its own. So when he does release her back into the wild, she won’t be interested in other humans and try to come to them for food like most mammals would do. She will simply be just another wild raptor that avoids human contact and finds us threatening.
@nicholasmeixler6649
4 жыл бұрын
Diana Papanova so wrong what you said. I have been doing falconry a long time and if you dont hunt them enough they will become totally dependent on humans. This guy is a total amateur and you can tell he just throws his bird food without making the bird work for it. That’s why it dosent listen when he takes it out.
@nicholasmeixler6649
4 жыл бұрын
His bird he will have to hack it back to the wild in order for it to be wild again. You know what hacking means?
@Jacksonmontyart
4 жыл бұрын
Nicholas Meixler why do you watch him ?
@hannahdoll4497
4 жыл бұрын
You should be able to have a lot of success hunting squirrels in your landscape. We have having a squirrel hawking meet around Nashville in February that you can come hang out and watch lots of squirrels get got.
@dirktepe6534
4 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the Falconer reality. Something like that happens from time to time. Do not give up so fast! In my view, she was only a bit too heavy. This behavior, which tries to tear the flesh off the glove and fly on is typical of it. If she were fistbound, that probably would not have happened. My suggestion would be to always weigh her first and write down her weight and behavior at every day. Reduce her weight by 20 grams. Give her as much and as good chances to hunt and get to get to success. And fly with telemetry. Even if you think it is not necessary, it´s good for your nerves! Greetings from one of the few falconers in germany flying a redtail.
@jeremygeorge6739
4 жыл бұрын
Maxx, great video... you have introduced falconry to a new generation. You are teaching through success and failure in a real way that few have done. All watched through your emotional roller coaster, its clear you really care about that bird and the sport. You created training videos to show potential new falconers a responsible example the journey.
@buckoff006
4 жыл бұрын
You'll have your day bud! Keep working hard for it, these things never come easy. You're definitely well driven for it, there's not a lot of people who could go as far as you have. Patience and perseverance buddy, time will be on your side. You've certainly shown a lot of humility and it's absolutely key for people to understand if they want to get into falconry, your videos are important and it would suck to see you quit out for good. You cannot fail, you can only learn. Take this bad experience and use its lessons to your advantage. I want to see Carol nab a squirrel, I don't care if it's next month or next year, Carol will hunt for you dude, I'm sure she'll want to bring you a special xmas gift after all you've done for that bird! Just keep trying!
@Toothandtalon
4 жыл бұрын
Even if you decide to let her go I respect your decision because I can tell you want the best for her. But hey if you are ever going through Utah County or salt lake county you are more than welcome to stop by and come along a hunt with us. We hunt a little differently here. We don’t use trees and we catch rabbits.
@MegaKBabs
4 жыл бұрын
Hey I think your doing great considering all things!!! Your continuous dedication to Carol is amazing and I want you to feel comfort that I am one of those Carol subscribers and I will 100% stay regardless of what happens here. I hate to see you so down your such an awesome person keep up your hard work, don't let this bring you down you have great content! Keep me updated with how things went with your sponsor, I'm curious to hear what he thinks you should do⁉️😍
@danielheideman576
4 жыл бұрын
Maxx .Appreciate your Dedication and Heart for Falconry.You Showed Your Commitment by Waiting and Doing All you Did to get Carol to Come Back.I Commend You for a Great Video and Really Enjoy All the Things that you Do to Live Life to its Fullest.
@lowkeelukes
3 жыл бұрын
I can't believe you got her back ! Awesome persistence. Its so stressful losing a bird , of course you'd rather quit than go through that again. I just started following.
@kpaullo3641
4 жыл бұрын
I might be being selfish, but I hope you don’t give up. I just found your channel and really enjoy the connection between you too
@elijahlaferriere8413
4 жыл бұрын
Plz Maxx, don't lose hope. Stay positive... you have truely become a HUGE inspiration to me. after i had heart surgery at 18 yr, you have shown me that I can still have a life and do great things.
@kirahall9871
4 жыл бұрын
I believe it you have let her go by now that that is the right thing to do for her. If you havent, than stay determined. I have been interested in falconry for more than a year now, and when I came across your videos like three days ago I thought this would help me learn some, and it really has a lot a lot. I know you're no master falconer but I was wondering where you live (state wise) so I could maybe get advice along my way once or twice. Thanks for the education :)
@matsfreedom
4 жыл бұрын
I've been a falconer for 45 years. I've lost birds, and I've released wild caught birds that were to difficult to train well. It happens. Live and learn. It's all about the outdoor, wild experience. I remember one year when 8 gyrfalcons were lost to eagles in Montana. The sport has its downside. But the upside is soooooo good. Spend sometime with master falconers and observe how they practice their craft. There are some amazingly talented guys and gals out there. Cheers.
@nicksantosTV
4 жыл бұрын
I really feel for you, I totally understand the dilemma you’re facing. I’ll support you and your channel with what ever direction you choose to go in.
@crayhack
4 жыл бұрын
Man even if Carol isn't the one, you can always go for it again. I jumped myself into an extremely difficult sport as well, herding, and I've been at it for 2 years now and have felt many times like giving up, but I'm not going to I think. My dog and I are gonna keep learning, and maybe even if he doesn't work out as a working dog, the next one will. It's difficult, frustrating, expensive, everything. It's rewarding whenever anything good happens.
@locky215
4 жыл бұрын
Happened to me a few times, always got them back. Both times lost for 3 days and little bits of food didn’t tempt my hawks but simply laid a full rabbit on the floor and took around 5-10 mins to land on it. Patiently waited and slowly went over and grabbed the jesses. This happed with my male Harris hawk and also a female red. It’s tough when things go wrong but be patient my friend. Seems like a weight issue to be honest. I’ve been a hawker for 6 years now and each season I learn new things... Awesome sport!
@Valrokius
4 жыл бұрын
I was worried when she was near that eagle nest, its nesting season for them and they don't like trespassers very much. Glad you got her back and she's safe at least.
@henryfreeman7748
4 жыл бұрын
I think I know how you feel, you didn't fail Carol has a mind of her own, you will know what to do when the time comes trust your instinct some days are not going to be easy as you well know ,this a learning experience for you both benefit from it ,I think you are mad cool. This beautiful bird will always be a part of you. This will be a great short story book .
@CanadianFarmGirl1
4 жыл бұрын
You 100% being educational I though I wanted to train and you put me in my place. I learned to stick with lives stock and K9s. Id rather halter train a bull then train a hawk. I learned im not made out for it and that AWESOME. Im glad I learned by watching you and I didnt blindly try and have an animal suffer due to me being uneducated.
@abelt3462
4 жыл бұрын
The most thrilling video I have seen so far!! So many people said it here but you truly are dedicated to this falcon and have given it all so I also say don’t give us and keep training her. However if you and your mentor say/agree otherwise based on what is best for her, falcons or any other birds are meant to be out there in the wild safe environment. Thx for the educational vids on falcons and all the rules (ex you cannot just let her hang around your house free) around caring for these animals. Have a great one!
@Royalcrimsonstang
4 жыл бұрын
You live and you learn maxx. We have your back always! cheers to your future adventures and keep moving forward. Cookie Monster at 21:25
@Kyle-yw2hw
4 жыл бұрын
I’ve never done this before but I will be getting into it soon and my opinion is that to be a good falconer you have to be a person that loves nature first, just being out there is a good day, and secondly I think to stay committed as a falconer it helps if you are already a hunter, after you become a seasoned Hunter that can consistently put down game every year, a rifle and a bow get kind of boring and sometimes you want a little more adventure and something new, I am up for the challenge. PS. I subscribed brother, god bless you.
@keatonditchfield8437
4 жыл бұрын
Watching your channel has really been wonderful. I have watched because of Carol. I personally think you should only take up falconry when it's your only hobby. When you focused only on your falconry is when you got the best results from her. But thank you so much for all of the wonderful content!
@sullir9397
4 жыл бұрын
I think you would do a good job as a falconer; however, I was concerned when you picked up additional hobbies even when you had quite a few to begin with (keep doing things you love btw, and learn your limits). From what I've seen, falconers give all their outdoorsy adventure time allotment to their birds.
@dpm6000
4 жыл бұрын
Amazing video, Maxx! So real and I loved hearing your raw thoughts and emotions. Best of luck with making what will be a very difficult decision.
@Tommasini9
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Maxx, I'm somewhat familiar with your region (Grew up in Kent, currently live in Redmond). Maybe you should consider slightly more rural/less urbanized area... than Auburn? Try a hunting area further south; Tenino, Yelm, south or north of Centralia???
@brenthendershot5727
4 жыл бұрын
Good job on getting her back man I bet that was intense
@VikingsFan27
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you got her back man. Funny that you fly paramotors. I am also a paramotor pilot and into falconry. What kind of paramotor do you fly?
@gtnoslp
4 жыл бұрын
That was a heartbreaker....I'm glad she finally came back.
@jublejones9983
4 жыл бұрын
Aloha Maxx... What an interesting journey. Thank you for sharing. You do great work - I respect your path and appreciate your videos. Very interesting...
@fopeezy3097
4 жыл бұрын
Respekt for showing the journey. I hop you can get back into it at some point in the future. Falconry is a fookin TOUGH sport.
@robinsmith1091
4 жыл бұрын
Good luck man you inspired me to seriously consider Falconry in the future... All the best Maxx I hope you and Carol become the team you envisioned
@Jackaloperuns
4 жыл бұрын
It is easy to see you love her. I would give it one more shot, but in a place with less going on. Is there any place not very wooded or crowded out there? If she is too heavy she might see no point. Just one more time Maxx. Then you can be confident in your choice.
@indigogoldfish
4 жыл бұрын
Don’t beat yourself Max you have worked hard at falconry and sometimes it’s a matter of learning. You did the right thing letting her go. Falconry is so much work and training a bird is very demanding and hard (some birds I find harder to work with than others and personally I find Redtails stubbornly difficult). I hope you can find some relief in having the pressure taken from your shoulders for a bit. That said if you are still interested in falconry I do hope you will give it another go. It’s about learning from mistakes and sometimes just about connecting with the right bird. Either way whatever is in your future birds or not I will be here!
@xanderman3759
4 жыл бұрын
As much as I love watching these videos w/Carol and seeing you grow with her, first and foremost, she's a wild animal and will always have her instincts to survive on and go back to. There's no amount of training that will get that out of her. If you keep her, you have to work w/her daily, not just when you want or when its convenient. To be a "hunting partner" you gotta be part of her daily life. Animals who hunt together, partner together, live daily together and don't just do it when they want. Its their natural daily survival and to go from wild and free to confined, to even a large barn, that's no match for the complete freedom she had before. I feel like if you were to keep her, then you'd have to be fully committed to her every single day. I don't see what you do daily w/her, but her reaction speaks for itself. As cool as it would be to see you continue working with her, I'd say let her be free and wild. That would also let you continue to do the things YOU love and are more committed to and have time for, also less stress worrying about her and both of you would be free so to speak. No matter what you chose, you are still a bad ass bro, you still encourage A LOT of people to get out there and live like you're always saying. YOU are inspiring more people than you realize, if anything, just don't quit doing that. You are the man Max!
@chizoioioi
4 жыл бұрын
Wow that was crazy. These videos have been so good to see the other side of falconry. Some of us really appreciate your honesty and not just showing the smooth side of hunting but Carol being a creature who’s wild by nature and you trying so hard to form a bond.
@stud4883
4 жыл бұрын
Soft people give up, you play with winged killing machines, keep your head in the game bro!
@NarrowRoad4Jesus
4 жыл бұрын
I know this sounds cliche Brother but I’m gonna say it. If you love something set it free, if it comes back, it’s yours, if it doesn’t it never was. Sorry to see that this happened to you, but the same thing happened to my Brother and I in the early 80’s with our hawk Merlin. I wanted so bad to have him with us forever and to maintain that relationship with such a majestic animal but the truth of the matter is they are animals. I hope she learns what your trying to do for her. If she doesn’t, she might just need to be free. I hope she at least waits until the spring when she has a better chance at life in the wild. Great Video Brother!!! Thanks for taking us with you. Peace.
@Ashley.falcon
4 жыл бұрын
Once you figure out the training steps it’s easy, just have to get there. Based on this video I would say weight is too heavy then other factors came into play with the wild birds. The calling she is doing is territorial not courtship. Good luck, hope you stay with it. Feel free to message me if you want to talk about training techniques
@travisweller9328
4 жыл бұрын
Max me and my kids love your channel. I find by life experience the people who struggle at first with something tend to be the best eventually. Please don't give up we love all your videos but especially the falconary ones.
@Hey_its_aub
4 жыл бұрын
I give you credit for keeping your cool and continuing on to find her, personally I’d have been crying and losing my mind, but the Larpers were awesome
@intoallsorts
4 жыл бұрын
Max iv watched a few of your videos, and honestly I don't think you have done much wrong. If you like the sport I don't think you should give up. I know lots of stories with stubborn birds and most of them red tails. I don't think carol was hungry enough and the fly-by food grab was manning and confidence. My advice to you would be release her and try again with a Harris hawk.
@TheWatchMker
4 жыл бұрын
Sorry Max, it’s unfortunate man but good for you for doing what’s best for carol. I hope you come back to this
@stephendavidson4036
4 жыл бұрын
Dude I know this was stressful, but there's a reason you got her back. Give it time. It's not a sport everyone does for a reason, but you obviously had a calling to it. I know it all comes down to your decision. But remember it's the challenges that help us 'level up' to the next step in success. Good luck man, I hope you and the family are doing well.
@codygauvin8579
4 жыл бұрын
I strongly believe that if you really are a fan of the channel you will stay no matter what happens. Everyone of the us from the Maxx Powell army here on youtube will always always always have your back and stick with you through the good and the bad. If you are a true fan you know whatever comes next will be even bigger and even better. I think its safe to say that a lot of us have your back no matter what!
@Maxx.Powell
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks brother I appriciate that. 👊
@shaunmilor
4 жыл бұрын
I've seen you conquer so many things. I'm bummed out... I got your next big move- Supercharge your Tacoma, you won't regret it, my 03 has over 300hp and almost double the power at the wheels now! and so much more torque! Im on 33s with stock gearing and its still fast as hell up hills with barely hitting the throttle. its only like 5-7k to do it right if you install yourself
@kristamillen6562
4 жыл бұрын
Honestly, your best best at this point would be to cut Carol lose, take a break from falconry, and take the time to find a sponsor who’s able to dedicate WAY more time to guiding you through this process. I’m not saying he’s a bad sponsor, but having someone who’s heavily involved in your apprenticeship is seriously invaluable. Being such a large social media presence, it’d be awesome to see you actually succeed. I realize there’s going to be asshole falconers out there, but if you reach out and are actually open to receive advice, there are some of us out there who would actually help you out. Best of luck to you, dude.
@devin11750
4 жыл бұрын
Great vid Maxx.20 yrs ago I helped a man I just met flush rabbits for his redtail and she had never killed anything. She took off after 1 and lost it in all the brush. She flew up in a big tree and never came down as it got dark. I still think about that bird and she wasnt even mine
@smithfalconry8050
4 жыл бұрын
Hey man, send me a private message and I'll be happy to give ya my number. Other falconers are just frustrated that your sponsor isn't as involved as he should be.
@Biohazardpiano2010
4 жыл бұрын
I dont know anything about birds, but maybe there was a territory conflict goin on with the other birds.
@jantirpak7902
4 жыл бұрын
Yes it was the entrance to their territory and therefore there was a conflict.
@donnaskin
4 жыл бұрын
Dude Maxx you made me shed a tear or two because I know just how much this meant to you. Don't ever be hard on yourself you've done one hell of a job taking part in a sport you knew nothing about. Whatever you decide to do about Carol know that you at least tried something out of your comfort zone and now take away more knowledge for future opportunity at reentering into this sport if you choose to get back into it. Just want to let you know that you've done a great job in educating folks like myself that might've never known about Falconry.
@Peregrine369
4 жыл бұрын
Your falconry videos are what introduced me to your channel. However, I really enjoy your other content as well. I hope you consider trying again in the future. I'll be sure to stick around and find out.
@Maxx.Powell
4 жыл бұрын
I plan to try a few more times with Carol dispite how frustrating it is
@tristenludewick3030
4 жыл бұрын
Don't quit. you have the passion, just not the time with your other hobbies and you need your sponsor involved more. Take a season off and try again and learn from your mistakes this season.
@catherinenapoli5308
Ай бұрын
Success, Max, you have the confidence and perseverance! Don't give up you have what it takes. Thanks for a real life film.
@JesseePDX
4 жыл бұрын
you called my dog like 20 times she pawed at the speaker...illl take carol I have a nice house
@Jules-sm6eb
4 жыл бұрын
vadimxp 😂😂😂
@syntaxed4365
4 жыл бұрын
I think Carol just needs a firm talking to. She's getting rebellious and needs to be reminded of the importance of responsibility. Maybe assign her some chores, and take away her screen time if she disobeys. Idk, I'm not a falconer, but it's works well with my kids. Best of luck!
@barrystephens900
4 жыл бұрын
Commander Shepard yeah that will not work!
@syntaxed4365
4 жыл бұрын
@@barrystephens900 Yeah, you're probably right. She does seem like the kind to just laugh at you and be like: "Fine, take it, I don't even want it!" She's a stinker.
@dancelord0708
9 ай бұрын
I had a lot of passenger Goshawks. Wen i get them, there was always in bad conditions . I got them from an other state. To feed them and train them, was my only thinking. Some are 2 weeks, up to 4 years in my hand . In opposite to former years, we have now a stabil population.
@birdmaster8478
4 жыл бұрын
I am so sorry for the experience you had. Usually hawks are like that I think. ESPECIALLY red-tailed hawks who live solitary lives in the wild. If you continue Falconry, my personal preference would be a Harris’s Hawk due to their social actions and traits. Idk, I am pretty young and don’t know what I am talking about.
@catw5294
4 жыл бұрын
I;ve been watching you over time and I am greatful for you documenting your journey. I thought I would like falconry and now I know that I do not have the time to commit to building the required bond. Thank you - hope my comment helps support your position that your videoing was educational. It certainly was for me. I hugely respect you for releasing her before she becomes dependent on humans
@bunkerbunny5
4 жыл бұрын
I want to get into falconry and as I’m reading as researching it’s hard and can be extremely disappointing before it’s successful. It takes time. It takes patience. Wait it out.
@Insert_Screename_Here
4 жыл бұрын
It's not about "waiting it out." It's about learning and trying to perfect your craft. It's about being open minded and learning from people that know significantly more than you do, and then putting it in practice. All things he's refused to do.
@95netta
4 жыл бұрын
Damn, that's sad. Well sometimes things don't work out, I'm sure you'll find something else to go after! Good luck dude!
@xoqueendeeox
4 жыл бұрын
So I’ve been reading a lot about falconry and especially red tailed hawks. Carol seems like a great raptor. She’s just too young to be a pro-huntress herself. I think this is why you’ve been having difficulties hunting with her even when you flush out some rabbits. You caught her at juvenile age, right? They spend all of this time learning how to hunt till they reach sexual maturity (around 3-5 years). That way, after laying eggs, it’s an easier survival for them and the offspring since the hatchlings require a lot more food, especially right before fledging. But keep doing what you’re doing! Love your videos, even the ones where it’s just training. It’s very educational for other beginner falconers to see the bird behavior with different attitude and temperament. Good luck with everything!
@Soccer_in_the_210
4 жыл бұрын
Great job video taping it all. So glad you were able to get her back! I would agree these vids are educational for me. I never knew about falconry before watching your channel. I love seeing how beautiful she is and learning about their characteristics.
@flyifri
4 жыл бұрын
You are now a much better falconer today, than you were yesterday. Congratulations, well done.!
@adammcevillyosterdockbba7364
4 жыл бұрын
I subscribed because of this video. It shows discipline and integrity. Hope to see you try again soon.
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