The photos of a hare "at speed" are great...just goes to show that the hares have a good chance to escape, not like the shooting sportsm where they can't so easily escape a load of shot.
I spend hours looking for good challenging flights, they are so rare down here, lot of game but rabbit are in the thickest brambles and woodland, although plentiful, Pheasant have been the most fun as they break cover after a point nicely. I’m out regularly with the Merlin lads and Peregrines some great flights but still l love the challenge of looking for that rare flight that makes it all worth it. Dave great video’s quality flights are great to see, inspiring .
Dave don't be to down harted I bet your friend enjoyed himself. If he's never been involved with hawks and eagle's how could he not have been happy that day.