Game Hawker: A Wild Journey to Falconry | Patagonia Films
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- Опубликовано: 2 окт 2024
- Shawn Hayes leads a life of devotion. For him, falconry is more than a deep partnership with raptors: it’s his life’s work. As an American falconry ambassador, he’s carved a space for himself where people of color haven’t always been welcome. It's taken him across the globe, into strongholds of tradition and conservation. This film is about more than what humans can train birds to do-it’s about what those birds can teach us about living in partnership with wild creatures and wild places.
Directors: Brett Marty & Josh Izenberg
Producers: Josh Izenberg, Brett Marty, and Shawn Hayes
Cinematography: Owen Bissell
Editor: Traci Loth
Composer: Todd Hannigan
Executive Producers: Monika McClure and Alex Lowther
European Cinematography: Niki Waltl
Additional Cinematography: Jason Joseffer, Josh Izenberg, Brett Marty, Ben Ditto, Kesten Migdal
Color: Dan Edwards
Visual Effects: Colin Gill, Zeke Faust
Sound Design and Re-Recording Mixer: Jeremiah Moore
Dialogue and Sound Editor: Eric Reimers
Archival footage Courtesy of: Patagonia, British Pathé, The Archives of Falconry, The Peregrine Fund, Wayne Hall, O'Brien Clarisse, Animal World, Colegio de Postgraduados
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Racism in Falconry, boggles the mind. Sorry what you've gone through Shawn. But your overall look in life is truly inspirational. Don't ever let anyone or anything hold you back from doing what makes you happy. Great film!
This film brought tears to my eyes. I am 23, of South- Asian decent and living in the NL. The moment Shawn mentions his experience with a projection of a flawed societal idea on him, that he cannot follow his dreams based on the colour of his skin, I felt that pain. Especially in relation to the shared passion that is the outdoors. I've been experiencing similar external demotivation and even racist/ discriminatory remarks about the dreams and passions I have, that for long I believed it... The notion that some particular hobbies, lifestyles, jobs etc. are not suitable for a person that is not 'white' is sadly still a big issue in the Outdoor sector. The fact that Patagonia acknowledges this by choosing to make a film with the representation of a person with this struggle, is a big-big-big support and shows that we all can and should enjoy/ work in the outdoor sector. Thank you Patagonia for making this film and thanks Shawn to be a good represention for us all.
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These are the stories that should be in the news. The great beauty that people are capable of - no matter what color, culture, or gender - those are the stories people need to hear.
And I cried too.
Such an honor and pleasure to be part of this movie.
An honor to be next to my friend Shawn all these years, strating from 2006 when our first meet was in Kearney, Nebraska, US (from where by the way is my profile picture and Shawn is next to the photographer) and pleasure for all these years meeting him around the world in US, Arabia, Europe...
Such an advocate, an ambasador for Falconry and a great man!
Big Bulgarian Hugs, brother!!! Stay safe!
I need Shawn contact if psbl kindly lemme know
Shawn is one of our local legends where we live. Nice guy, humble. His spirit will most likely venture through these mountains with the falcons, eagles, hawks and ravens one day. When I am out side of my home in the back country and the ravens are talking. Or I am up in a cliff band with Falcon's crying. You know they are old spirits you can feel it and hear it in there conversations. Good times Shawn keep up the great work.
Beautiful film! Patagonia films consistently expose me to topics I know nothing about. Great work to all involved.
same here!!
I love how everyone in the comments seems to have a personal connection with Shawn. This was an amazing film, I actually had tears in my eyes at times. I’m a biologist so I was aware of the DDT catastrophe, so glad falconers were able to bring them back from the brink.
Fantastic film so heart felt and a beautifully told story. I met Shawn yesterday at a local worm composting meeting and we talked birds and worms for an hour. Shawn is a gentle soul and I am grateful I met him.
For years I have always described Shawn as an ambassador to my fellow falconer friends because I can't think of anybody who's traveled the world so much advocating the sport of falconry.
Finally they giving this man his flowers 💐
Beautiful how Shawn talks about his passion and birds, beautiful documentary, beautiful person, I wish him all the best from the Netherlands
Such a beautiful and inspiring film. I'm grateful Shawn Hayes is out there doing what he loves. It benefits all of us.
I would love to meet this guy! I was a falconer in my youth and completely understand his passion. It's sad that there are still those who don't think he should he able to do this.
Incredible Shawn what a devotion and inspiration to people of colour who feel held back in the outdoors!
Wow Shawn, great to see you in action. You have blessed Patagonia catalogs for years and it's great to see you working your birds in the most special place that's the E Side. I am a lover of birds and birds of prey and can't say how much I appreciate what you do and the commitment you bring. You are special.
Excellent film, thanks for taking the time to share Shawn’s journey and career. He lives right in my backyard! My parents met him in 1986 and some of the photos featured were taken by my dad when they hung out. Hoping they can reconnect soon. Keep continuing to inspire, especially people of color, Shawn!
an amazing man. If only the world was managed by big men like Shawn, rather than the tiny men who run things.
Shawn your spirit is a teacher. My food has been the wild places. My spirit food. I am wordless by experiencing your journey here.
Shawn is a beautiful human. Amazing story.
What an amazing film, such a beautiful way to learn about Shawn's story!
Man. Unexpectedly cried when Shawn said “… but I don’t go to falconry meets anymore” while showing his pin collection - in the coolest pin-board I’ve ever seen. :( I’m glad he kept doing it anyways, he’s obviously very good at it and understands the relationship between him and his raptors. There’s a lot to be said for having kindness and curiosity when hanging out with animals.
Great work by the cinematographers too!
Outstanding. This is a high quality documentary about a high quality man doing something that is likely overlooked by countless Americans. Sadly I am not surprised that racism plays a part. But what is most inspiring to me is this man’s dedication to something that has an environmental impact and a true love of animals. I’m inspired. Thank you for this. I loved this documentary. The best ones always transport me somewhere else and enrich me.
Beyond cool! You go Shawn. Remarkable creatures!!!!!!
Beautiful and Amazing Video! Congratulations Shawn for making a great inspiration to Falconers and especially people that look like Us in the sport 🖤🦅
Incredible story! Shawn is an inspiration to us all.
I am a self taught Falconer from the late 1970’s and early 1980’s….I lived in western and eastern Canada….I miss my old lifestyle….great film………I live in Doha, Qatar but as an Airline Pilot, I cannot responsibly go back…you are an inspiration and I hate the way the USA treats people of color….I feel for you and hope I can shake your hand one day…🙏🐥
Sean, I just plain love this work you put together! As an African-American falconer this film resonates deeply for me. Well done, my friend, I hope to be able to see you soon.
So amazing! And Shawn is such an amazing human being. Love having him as a neighbor, his kindness is above all. It’s a pleasure to know him and see his falcons outside in his yard. They are so beautiful 😍
I'm in total amazement, shock, hurt and tears! You have extensive experience, knowledge and love for predators that were about to be extinct. I am just proud of you Sean for believing in what is in your soul. I was so happy for you and proud to see you in Europe educating fellow Keepers of all these beautiful birds and how they came from so many countries to listen and learn from a man that is so well respected and regarded! You have folks in the U.S. that try to denegate you, steal your birds, put their trashy hands on you and call you out of your name but thousands here and abroad have a 1000 percent different view! Keep saving and educating these birds so that they can continue to thrive💝💓💞❤🧡💛💚💙💜💥💫💯 I'm sending the link to you video to all my family and friends🤎💟💌
Wild hearted man- falcon, Subaru & big sky's at altitude..right on !
Thank you for sharing this "untold story" Patagonia. We hope to continue this good work with you and encourage the next generation of hunter-conservationists.
This film really moved me, absolutely fantastic and a real inspiration. My uncle has had birds my whole life and it’s always been a passion of mine, I did my dissertation on raptors. One day when my life allows me, I’d love to begin to learn how to raise a bird and fly them at game.
A great tribute to a good man. I never have known Shawn personally but I stood and listened to some conversations with him and other falconers at NAFA meets back in the nineties. He impressed me as being an excellent falconer and a fine person. It saddens me to know that he was met with racist attitudes at the meets. True falconers are all blood brothers and sisters I vividly remember him showing a new passage prairie in beautiful condition. I believe it was in Lamar Colorado. Great film.Good hawking to you Shawn.
I truly enjoyed learning how falconry helped in conservation efforts and how these apex predators are key to ensuring strong, healthy ecosystems. Always great to see Yvon and see how his start in climbing all began with falconry. Very beautiful film, nice work!
Beautifully shot film and what an amazing guy Shawn is, doing what he truly loves. He may not be a millionaire, but he travels the world, exploring different cultures and meeting interesting, like-minded people along the way. What a rich life he has.
Love the message! Appreciate your hard work to bring it to us thank you Shawn.
A rare, unique man and human being. Much respect to Shawn Hayes. Truly "One of a Kind"!
Wow. Amazing all around. Shawn is "the master"! So humble.
Thanks for creating and sharing.
An inspiration for my Son who chose to begin falconry.
Thankyou for sharing your story. I watched you fly some great birds in the Utah Sky Trials in the 1990's.
I got goosebumps this is a beautiful documentary you should have billions of views 👏👏
Thank you for an outstanding, informative video. I cant think of a better ambassador for Falconry. Never let the color of your skin hinder you. We all bleed the same color-❤🎯💯☘️👍☺️
As a paraglider pilot, I frequently fly alongside with a lot of different birds… some of the best experiences in my life …
Great storey and good to see my old friend Pavel yankimo
Excellent work, Shawn. You are truly gifted and an inspiration. Exactly the kind of attitude which Baha'u'llah exhorts all humans in this pivotal Day and Age to cultivate and expand on. You and others who have a respectful attitude towards animals and nature are what we humans must acquire to be responsible stewards of God's creatures.
Excellent! Shawn you are the man!!!
It's been 10 years since we met Shawn at a falconer meeting in Austria.
Nice movie, enjoyed watching it!
Shawn is a legend! Thanks for sharing this moving and inspirational film.
You are on the path of the peaceful Warrior, To soar and change the darkness in others, never let rascism change your outlook on the world, rise high like your falcon because you see more and change others without bitterness or hate. It's your WORLD. ♥️
Another extraordinary Patagonia film! Shawn, your work with the falcons is truly amazing and it reminds me to Felix Rodriguez de la Fuente in Spain. Great job and keep it up Embassador Shawn!
Awesome work…!
Wow what an incredible guy. Your birds are lucky to have you, Shaun!
wonderful inspiring person - thank you Shawn!
I’m glad I decided not to skip this ad
Fantastic film. Such an interesting subject yet so sad that racism is so rampant in America. Excellent work Patagonia.
Beautiful!!
I really enjoyed that ya got to start putting more stuff about falconry to inform the public and get more people and do it cuz there should be a lot more into it and there's not I'm from Ontario Canada
There’s no reason to look at the color of the skin. We are all the same. We’re all humans. This man is a bad ass!
I didnt even know this was a thing. But its bad ass, especially seeing a brother doing it. Great doc.
My exact thoughts
Very well done!!
So cool! Thanks...
Thanks Shawn for giving me hope in the human family. You helped me clear my lens and see the world more broadly. A birds eye view lol. Peace
Respect! These comments say it all.
you phenomenal guy
Gorgeous start to finish and yet another example of how insane our racist culture is. Good to see that Shawn's spirit is prevailing. Excellent film.
Incredible and inspirational even for an old man like me..
I grew up with my Uncle and his passion for falconry. My eyes lit up to see Patagonia put focus and attention to the real reason why this special skill is unique and needed in our crumbling world. Big love to Shawn sharing his passion and his spirit.
I've just learnt so much about a world and it's community I never knew existed! Learning is awesome. Thank you Shawn and Co.
I'm just watching this today. This is so cool. It's nice to see another POC that doesn't exactly fit the mold of someone's negative narrative of what they think we should be.
Thanks for this video.
I am not a (YOUNG PERSON) of color. I'll be 59 years old in May of this year. 👴🏿 Whew!!! LOL! But I am inspired nonetheless. ✊🏾 I'm sharing this with everyone I know who share a love for the outdoors.
Shawn, I hope to meet you one of these days. Maybe on the river. Maybe on the plains. Be well. Stay healthy.
Love to see it!
This film gave me moments of sadness, but also lifted my heart. Thank you for this film and best wishes and strength to Shawn who is an inspiration as a falconer and a human.
What an inspiration you are to all, Shawn. This film was very interesting, educational, but also tearful for what you have endured. I am a 68 year old (white as a sheet) woman & have said things as a youngster that is racist. I’ve learned from my ignorance, with wisdom & regrets. You are an amazing gentleman, an example of whom we all should be! You are greater than most men, not only how you’ve carried yourself throughout life but, what you continue to do for the life of our planet & for others. You make us all proud!
I will share this film so others will see your successes & maybe, just maybe learn something too. I had no idea the love & work that goes into falconers. Thank you!
I knew I had seen you somewhere before the falconry videos . it was the bull fighting cool stuff
What i hope is that a cityworker somewhere picks something up from this. Not every individual is suited to be off ratrace material. Some are really made to be allowed on higher ground so to speak. Devotion certainly is there, might actually sounds a notch too passive for it is a active devotion by servitude.
Nice documentary. It's been needed not too many out there.
Really amazing video!!! Thanks a lot for sharing. I'm sure you've been asked before but why do you put the GPS tracker on the chest of the falcon? First time i see it.
Thank you
Hey Shawn I’m one of the students that you visited i really liked your presentation and im from Mrs Rosens class
Great job I started laughing about the red-tailed hawk because when I was little I had a red-tailed hawk it's kind of funny when I tell my friends when I see your heart and tell them no that's a sparrowhawk like I don't know the different where I live at up in the Pocono we have eyes called in a silver Hawk beautiful girl I ever seen haven't seen you around for awhile hope it shows back up again stay blessed and keep up the great job
Young man you have done somthing with your life that the world is looking for but cant find it..peace and that out weighs the " fattest" wallet..im so sorry you lost your lil brother youll find him again..God promises
Nature has such a profound affect on people.
Thanks for putting the effort into this film. We met years ago the Dodge city and again in Kearney. Thanks also for all you do to make a positive impact to young people today. Good hawking!
Wow, beautiful and touching story. Most definitely inspirational.
Love you brother! Amazing film! Hope to see you come fly here in Nebraska again!
It’s such a freaking shame that we are still having to deal with ignorant people in this day and age.
Shawn, you are a giant.
Shawn you just keep doing what you are doing and you keep showing the LOVE 🥰 OF THE SPORT💯 the birds don't 👀 race or their color 💯 & your 🐦 know that you LOVE THEM💯
Excellent film Brett! What a great story, keep up the great work Shawn
Lovely film with incredible camera angles and close ups..very soothing background music..it's a totally different world.. world of king of feathers..Hats off to Shawn and his sensitivity towards Falcons....
Holy shit that was good
I Love EVERYTHING about this. Shawn. His story. The survival of the falcons. The work of the filmmakers. Stunning. This man’s openness to be filmed and heard. To go around the world teaching and supporting the passion he has - the Passion - for falconry - his birds. Stunning. Beautiful. I feel this in my soul. Thank you.
I am looking to get in contact with Shawn Hayes. I am an aspiring falconer but the thing holding me back is my semi nomadic lifestyle. He seems like the perfect fella who could help me out and answer my questions about how to make it work. Hopefully this post reaches him or someone who could help me contact him.
Incredible story. Exquisite storytelling and production. Thank you for blowing my mind, again.
Mr Shawn Definitely Appreciate you and your video Keep Doing What Your Doing Unfortunate situation you went through ppl can be cruel especially racist ppl keep ur eyes on the prize and everything going to be alright
Incredibly beautiful. I’m ashamed of the racism Shawn has experienced.
Awesome!! So visually powerful. Excellent story!! Thank you for giving a profound standard to living life incredibly well!! Your story has definitely touched the life of my kiddos and me. Blessings upon you!
You are always welcome to AQFA meets my man.
The hardest journeys in life over coming adversaries, often yeald the best person.Being that person is not about how many dollars you have in the bank, but how you treat your fellow man,and the good grace you show.Well done, beautiful story.
Nicely done Shawn ! Thank you!