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You can make a make-shift block and tackle with nothing more than two sturdy ropes and a tree (or other stationary object). First, take a short length of rope and tie one end around the object you wish to move. Then tie a loop at the other end.
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<b>1. <section begin=req1 /><noinclude><translate><!--T:1-->
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</noinclude>Describe the proper type of pigeon house or loft, perch, trap, and nest box to use for pigeon raising. List the needed interior equipment for a loft.
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</noinclude>Know a good formula for seeds, grain, and grit to be used for feed and in what proportions they should be mixed. Why should less corn be used in warm climates?
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</noinclude>What is the importance of the different parts of the pigeon's wing, especially the primary and secondary flight feathers?
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</noinclude>What is the importance of proper molting? How can the molting season be controlled?
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</noinclude>Raise at least two pairs of pigeons. If homing pigeons, train them to return to their loft from a distance of 25 miles (40 km). If fancy or show pigeons, prepare them for exhibition and exhibit them in a fair or show.
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</noinclude>Submit a brief report, covering your experience in the care and training of the above pigeons, including sanitation, avoiding disease, lice, mites, rats, mice, and other vermin.
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Pigeon Raising

Skill Level

2

Year

1944

Version

25.11.2024

Approval authority

General Conference

Pigeon Raising AY Honor.png
Pigeon Raising
Outdoor Industries
Skill Level
123
Approval authority
General Conference
Year of Introduction
1944
See also
Farming Master Award



1. Describe the proper type of pigeon house or loft, perch, trap, and nest box to use for pigeon raising. List the needed interior equipment for a loft.

2. Know a good formula for seeds, grain, and grit to be used for feed and in what proportions they should be mixed. Why should less corn be used in warm climates?

3. What is the importance of the different parts of the pigeon's wing, especially the primary and secondary flight feathers?

4. What is the importance of proper molting? How can the molting season be controlled?


5. Raise at least two pairs of pigeons. If homing pigeons, train them to return to their loft from a distance of 25 miles (40 km). If fancy or show pigeons, prepare them for exhibition and exhibit them in a fair or show.


6. Submit a brief report, covering your experience in the care and training of the above pigeons, including sanitation, avoiding disease, lice, mites, rats, mice, and other vermin.

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