Pigeon racing is the sport of releasing specially trained homing pigeons, which then return to their homes over a carefully measured distance.The time it takes the animal to cover the specified distance is measured and the bird's rate of travel is calculated and compared with all of the other pigeons in the race to determine which animal returned at the highest speed. Golf Courses in Pigeon Forge Plan your next vacation by exploring the best golf courses in Pigeon Forge! Discover scenic views and and stunning landscapes in The Great Smoky Mountains. With picture perfect scenery in the Great Smoky Mountains, you can enjoy your golfing game at any of these courses. PideXX is a multilingual management software for the club, with which pigeon data can be inserted, changed or deleted, both in the PC and in the clocking device.
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We find that this hobby has a great appeal to those who enjoy working with animals, to those who appreciate athleticism, to those who like friendly, wholesome competition. If you find yourself in one or more of these descriptions....be careful, you may discover that the allure of these amazingly athletic birds is overpowering.
You can seek out your own comfort level with the birds. If you desire a lower-key approach, with only a handful of homing pigeons for the family to enjoy, that's certainly an attractive approach for many. The spectrum also includes those who are deeply committed to racing. Races range in distance from 100 miles to 600 miles, with 300 miles being among the most popular distances.
The AU or ARPU as some call us, has approximately 700 affiliated clubs around the country. It is the friends and mentors you'll find in the local club that can enrich the hobby for you, no matter what level you choose to participate.Sound interesting? Like more information?We would love to provide you with some basic information on Homing Pigeons.
You can contact us at:
American Racing Pigeon Union
P. O. Box 18465
Oklahoma City, OK 73154-0465
ph. 405-848-5801 | fax 405-848-5888
Office Hours M-F 8:00am - 5:00pm CST
If you were to enroll in Homing Pigeons 101, you would find that there are basics to be considered. Whether strictly as a light hobby or with a more sporting approach, whether for yourself or as a family activity, you will find that you are on a bit of a learning curve. Remember, these birds are very different, in nearly every way, from anything you have ever thought of when you thought, 'pigeon.' The registered Homing Pigeon - the athlete - will be a source of great enjoyment. As we continue to construct this web site, we will add some ' how-to' information. For now, basic topics that you will need basic information on include: The Birds - The Loft - Nutrition - General Care & Management - Training - Health - Breeding - Clubs - Competition.
-->For those of you who are experienced pigeon enthusiasts, we will try to bring you Timely Updates regarding the ARPU Convention, Major Race Results, Products available from the national office, etc.
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Club Pigeon Game
Click here to read about changes in Old Bird Racesand Uploads.
Do you fit the profile?
We find that this hobby has a great appeal to those who enjoy working with animals, to those who appreciate athleticism, to those who like friendly, wholesome competition. If you find yourself in one or more of these descriptions....be careful, you may discover that the allure of these amazingly athletic birds is overpowering.
You can seek out your own comfort level with the birds. If you desire a lower-key approach, with only a handful of homing pigeons for the family to enjoy, that's certainly an attractive approach for many. The spectrum also includes those who are deeply committed to racing. Races range in distance from 100 miles to 600 miles, with 300 miles being among the most popular distances.
The AU or ARPU as some call us, has approximately 700 affiliated clubs around the country. It is the friends and mentors you'll find in the local club that can enrich the hobby for you, no matter what level you choose to participate.Sound interesting? Like more information?We would love to provide you with some basic information on Homing Pigeons.
You can contact us at:
American Racing Pigeon Union
P. O. Box 18465
Oklahoma City, OK 73154-0465
ph. 405-848-5801 | fax 405-848-5888
Office Hours M-F 8:00am - 5:00pm CST
Texas Pigeon Association
If you were to enroll in Homing Pigeons 101, you would find that there are basics to be considered. Whether strictly as a light hobby or with a more sporting approach, whether for yourself or as a family activity, you will find that you are on a bit of a learning curve. Remember, these birds are very different, in nearly every way, from anything you have ever thought of when you thought, 'pigeon.' The registered Homing Pigeon - the athlete - will be a source of great enjoyment. As we continue to construct this web site, we will add some ' how-to' information. For now, basic topics that you will need basic information on include: The Birds - The Loft - Nutrition - General Care & Management - Training - Health - Breeding - Clubs - Competition.
For those of you who are experienced pigeon enthusiasts, we will try to bring you Timely Updates regarding the ARPU Convention, Major Race Results, Products available from the national office, etc.
Hear Us On Sky Radio
Following is the upcoming pigeon schedule:
Dec.20 Eagle Creek 8:30 shotgun $50 incl. range balls
Dec.27 Mission Inn-El Campeon 8:00 shotgun $55 incl. range balls
Jan.3 Royal St. Cloud-8:30 1st tee time $48 incl range balls
Jan.10 Green Valley-8:30am shotgun $36 incl range balls
Jan.17 Debary 8:30 shotgun $40 incl. range balls
Jan.24 Cypress Head 8:30 shotgun $42 incl range balls
Jan.31 Monarch Golf Club 8:30 shotgun $38 incl range balls
Feb.7 Dubsdread 8:30 shotgun $38 incl range balls
Feb.14 Twin Rivers 8:30 shotgun $45 incl range balls
Feb.21 Zellwood 8:30 shotgun $37 inc range balls
Feb.28 pending
Mar.7 Mt Dora CC 8:30 shotgun $42 incl range balls
Mar.14 MayFair 8:30 shotgun $28 incl range balls
Mar.21 RedTail 8:30 shotgun $44 incl range balls
Mar.28 pending
Apr.4 pending
Apr.11 pending
Apr.18 pending
Apr.25 New Smyrna 8:30 shotgun $35 incl range balls