Peregrinefund's World Center for Birds of Prey

The Center has been in Boise for over twenty years.  Situated on 380 acres south of town just off Cole Rd, it has taken the Peregrine from an endangered species and as of 2007 placed more than 6000 birds back in the wild and removed them from the endangered list.  The Center restored the Maritius Kestrel from a population of only four (4) birds to a population of over 500 on the island today. And, in concert with the San Diego Zoo and Wildlife Park has brought the Condor population from twenty-two in 1988 to over 300 today.

While no one can visit the breeding facilities, there is an Interpretive Center, manned by a staff of 5 and over 100 volunteers. It is Open seven days a week 9-5 March through October, and Mon-Sat, 10-4 November through February. In addition, the Archives just across the parking lot has recently been opened to the public, and offers an educational experience regarding falconry that cannot be experienced elsewhere. There are several non-releasable, educational Birds of Prey which can be viewed and one is normally brought out once an hour for the public to view up close.  While some individuals have spent 4-5 hours exploring and learning about Birds of Prey and Raptors, the average tour length is about one and one-half hours. Tables are available on the grounds, and in warmer weather are a great place to enjoy lunch while watching the local populace of Chukars; Mountain, Gambrels and Califonia Qual; wild Redtail Hawks, Kestrels, Prairie Falcons, Northern Harriers and an occasional Golden Eagle.