Flight of the Champions

Greetings from Victoria Falls! In this episode, Geoff Armand talks about strategies for gaining a competitive edge in one-loft pigeon racing. Here are the key takeaways:

🐦 Adaptability to Local Climatic Conditions: Pigeons must be suited to the climatic conditions of the race location, as different areas present unique challenges.

🐦 Selecting the Right Breeders: Focus on pigeons that are proven and finished the final of the OLR you are targeting, or similar races.

🐦 Health and Condition of Breeders: Ensure breeders are in peak health year-round, well-rested, and free from diseases. Vaccinate young pigeons early, 21 to 24 days old and maintain their health.

🐦 Ship Young Pigeons: Send pigeons from the breeding loft at 45-60 days old. Minimise stress. Don’t overcrowd babies and ensure they are well hydrated.

🐦 Our New Initiatives: 

• Building new quarantine lofts overlooking the Race Loft at Victoria Falls 
• A breeding station.

For more detailed insights, listen to the full episode 

🚀✨ 

#PigeonRacing #OneLoftRace #Podcast #VictoriaFalls

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. 

Good morning from Victoria Falls! In this episode, Geoff Armand expands on how to gain a competitive edge in one-loft pigeon racing and the measures we've taken to support you:

🐦 Healthy, Well-Trained Young Pigeons: Success hinges on the health and age of your pigeons. Aim to send young pigeons (45-60 days old) from the breeding loft. 

🐦 New Quarantine Facility: We're building a new quarantine loft right here in Victoria Falls. This will shorten the period away from the Race Loft and allow pigeons to settle faster.

🐦 Age-Specific Training: We will categorize and train pigeons based on their age. Younger pigeons will be exercised and trained separately from older pigeons to give them the necessary thorough grounding.

🐦 Breeding Loft in Bulawayo: Our new breeding loft, 400km from Victoria Falls, will allow pigeons to be bred in local conditions and enable fanciers who can’t send young pigeons or can’t participate because of veterinary restrictions to take part in the race. Pigeons from auctions whilst still in Zimbabwe can go directly into the breeding loft after the final to breed babies for the race.

🐦 Opportunity to Book Breeding Space: Current and past customers have until July 15th to book space in the breeding loft. After this date, it will be opened to others interested in the Victoria Falls One Loft Race.

Join us in ensuring your pigeons have a better chance for success. Best of luck for the rest of the season! 🚀✨

 #PigeonRacing #OneLoftRace #Podcast #VictoriaFalls

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. 

🎙️✨ Listen to Geoff Armand on the latest episode of "Flight of the Champions" as he talks about the benefits of the new breeding station in Zimbabwe. 🐦🌍

Here’s what you’ll learn:

1. How our breeding station will help overcome some veterinary and transportation restrictions.

2. It will ensure race pigeons enter our One Loft Race loft at a young age for early training.

3. The importance of acclimatising pigeons to local conditions.

4. Reduce losses by giving fanciers the opportunity to enter young pigeons.

Spaces are limited at the moment - only 5 pairs of pigeons each! Secure your space by emailing [email protected] before 15th July. 

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity! Listen now and get involved in the future of one loft racing! 🎙️✨

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. 

We're excited to share our latest podcast episode, where Geoff Armand talks about the newly launched innovative breeding station to enhance one loft racing. 

Discover how this new facility helps to address the challenges of one loft racing.

💡Key Highlights:

- Breeding Station: Ensuring pigeons are the optimal age for intake.

- Best time of year to race in Zimbabwe explained.

- Join the Movement: Send your pigeons at a young age or participate with pigeons bred in the breeding station.

Listen now and get all the details! This venture is geared to make a significant impact on the future of international one loft racing.

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. 

Listen to our podcast to learn about our game-changing project!

This first-of-its-kind project will:

• Reduce shipping and quarantine time, obstacles and costs
• Better chance for all with younger bred pigeons
• Reduce losses
• And revolutionise one loft racing!

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. 

Geoff Armand tackles the big mystery on our latest podcast: Why are so many racing pigeons getting lost? 🕊️❓ With eight years of research under our belts, we're unveiling some surprising findings (and not just unique to Victoria Falls) that could change the game for pigeon racing enthusiasts worldwide.

Don't miss out on this eye-opening episode! 

AND…we have an exciting project on the go to help solve this problem which will be announced on MONDAY 3 JUNE  - we believe this will make a huge impact on the future of one loft racing in general, but particularly our race now in the interim.

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 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.