Category: foxhunting
A look back at our hunt season
Disclaimer: For those who are concerned about foxes — our hunt is a “drag” hunt which means that we “chase” a scent of anise oil that is laid down in the morning by human foxes. No actual foxes are involved. It’s all about the chase, not the capture. 2012 was a great year for our […]
Read MoreLots to give thanks for
The past few days have been a flurry of activity. The big question was: how to hunt Thanksgiving day and Saturday while still making Thanksgiving dinner and spending time with family and friends? I can report that it is possible . . . but exhausting. After missing much of the fall hunt season, I was […]
Read MoreHunting at Codman Farm
Hunting in Pepperell
Saturday’s hunt fell on a picture perfect late fall day. The temperatures started out out in the 20s but by 10 a.m. it was in the low 40s and the sun made it feel warmer. It was a day when you thought about wearing an extra layer of warmth but knew you would regret it. […]
Read MoreA great way to spend a fall day
Big open fields, a crisp fall day, friends with horses and the scent of anise criss crossing the fields attracting the attention of four couples of hounds — what more could you want? We spent a glorious afternoon hunting at the High Ridge Wildlife Sanctuary. This is a wild place to hunt — fun but […]
Read MoreThrough the Trees
It seemed like a good idea at the time
Freedom’s abscess from hell has taken its toll on our hunting season. He’s been sound on the foot, but the location of where the abscess came out of the heel bulb has been problematic because he cannot tolerate his hoof boots. I’ve thought about just putting shoes on him but haven’t for two reasons: first, […]
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