Flight of the Champions Geoff Armand

In this episode, host Geoff Armand discusses crucial breeding dates for the end-of-the-year Intake. While it may seem early, planning is key to success. 
🌍 The breeding dates for the 2024 intake must align with the quarantine opening in Harare, Zimbabwe, from October 1st, 2024, to January 31st, 2025, which are our intake dates. Contact your country agent for the dates which they need the pigeons prior to shipping.
🔍 Geoff emphasizes the importance of sending pigeons that have NOT been previously raced or trained. He advises sending pigeons aged between 45 and 60 days old for optimal settling.
🐦 Geoff feels much older birds are the most difficult to break in and are therefore more easily lost even during racing.
🎧 Stay tuned for more insights and updates on the Victoria Falls World Challenge Pigeon Race! 
Please visit our website at www.victoriafallswcpr.com to learn more about how you can enter the Victoria Falls World Challenge Pigeon Race, and remember to follow our social channels to stay up to date on this exciting, world class event.

In this episode, host Geoff Armand welcomes special guest Frank McLaughlin, https://www.youtube.com/c/FrankMcLaughlinPigeons, a renowned pigeon fancier from the United States. They dive into the world of one-loft racing, focusing on the unique challenges and experiences in Africa, particularly in Zimbabwe and the Victoria Falls One Loft race.


🌍 Learn about the Victoria Falls One Loft Race, the intricacies of pigeon racing, and other valuable insights from Frank.


👀 Frank shares his personal experiences about discovering the beauty of Victoria Falls, emphasizing the warmth of the people and the incredible sights that make it an unforgettable adventure.


🎧 Tune in now to gain a deeper understanding of the art of one loft racing and the magic of Victoria Falls! 


🔗 To listen to the full episode and catch up on previous ones, visit our website: www.victoriafallswcpr.com/podcasts 📲✨


Please visit our website at www.victoriafallswcpr.com to learn more about how you can enter the Victoria Falls World Challenge Pigeon Race, and remember to follow our social channels to stay up to date on this exciting, world class event.

In this episode of the Flight of the Champions Podcast, host Geoff Armand introduces Kevin Fry, the operations manager of the pigeon race. 
Kevin shares his journey with the race. As someone with a background in hospitality, Kevin has adapted his management skills to become the operations manager for the race. He also takes care of organizing the final race week events and managing some of the operations throughout the year.
 Outside of work, Kevin is an outdoorsman who enjoys fishing and wildlife activities. He is passionate about wildlife conservation and is involved in charities that focus on anti-poaching efforts. Kevin talks about Victoria Falls as a destination and why it definitely should be on everyone’s bucket list as a top destination to visit.
Please visit our website at www.victoriafallswcpr.com to learn more about how you can enter the Victoria Falls World Challenge Pigeon Race, and remember to follow our social channels to stay up to date on this exciting, world class event.

 In this episode of the Flight of the Champions podcast, host Geoff Armand interviews Pieter Bekker, the trainer of the Victoria Falls One Loft Race. Here's a sneak peek at what they discussed:
🏆 Geoff and Pieter delved into Pieter's racing history, where he shared his journey and passion for the sport. Pieter shares his experience of managing both private lofts and the unique challenges of managing a One Loft Race like Victoria Falls.
🏰 Pieter also revealed that they are nearing the end of their intake process for the Victoria Falls One Loft Race. He explained the meticulous procedures the birds go through, including, thorough disease screenings, vaccinations, and quarantine. The well-being of the birds is top priority!
💪 When it comes to training the birds, Pieter shared valuable insights on their care and management in the loft. The professionalism and dedication that goes into every feathered athlete's journey is remarkable.
🐦👩‍🔧 So, if you're curious about the world of pigeon racing and want an inside look at the Victoria Falls One Loft Race, this episode is a must-listen!


Please visit our website at www.victoriafallswcpr.com to learn more about how you can enter the Victoria Falls World Challenge Pigeon Race, and remember to follow our social channels to stay up to date on this exciting, world class event.

In this episode of the Flight of the Champions Podcast, we go behind the scenes and chat with Karen Taylor. Karen is the Finance and Administration Manager, who is an integral part of the team at Victoria Falls. 


Karen goes into detail on how to use the features on our website and app, including how to log in, change teams, and activate pigeons. She also talks about notifications and how to manage your account.


So if you are not yet familiar with what we offer behind the scenes, listen to this!


Please visit our website at www.victoriafallswcpr.com to learn more about how you can enter the Victoria Falls World Challenge Pigeon Race, and remember to follow our social channels to stay up to date on this exciting, world class event.

This podcast is for you if you are interested in what we have learned from using tracker birds!
In this episode, Geoff Armand discusses what we have learned from the use of tracker birds and how it can be applied to pigeon racing.


Tracker birds are used to track the movement of pigeons during a race. This information can be used to learn about how pigeons navigate and what factors influence their flight.


One thing we have learned from tracker birds is that pigeons use landmarks to navigate. They will often fly over the same landmarks on their way home, even if it is not the most direct route. This suggests that pigeons are able to learn the landscape and use it to find their way home. We can use this information to improve our pigeon racing.


Listen to the rest of the podcast to find out what more we have learned by using tracking. 
Please visit our website at www.victoriafallswcpr.com to learn more about how you can enter the Victoria Falls World Challenge Pigeon Race, and remember to follow our social channels to stay up to date on this exciting, world class event.