The Hunt:

• Talking has no place in the hunt field. Please save it for checks and the Clubhouse.
• When hounds move out, follow behind your Field Master. Do not ride on his/her horse’s tail or pass him/her.
• The Huntsman and Hounds have the right of way at all times. DO NOT RIDE OVER OR INTERFERE WITH THE HOUNDS.
• If the Huntsman or Hounds should need to pass you, GET OUT OF THE WAY AND TURN YOUR HORSE’S HEAD TOWARDS THE HOUNDS.
• Whippers-in have the right of way at all times.
• At checks stay away from the Huntsman and the Hounds. If you would like to approach them, you must get permission from the Field Master.
• At the beginning of the hunt you must decide which field you wish to ride with and you must STAY WITH THAT FIELD UNTIL THE END OF A LINE. If you wish to change fields, inform your Field Master at a check and inform the new Field Master that you will be riding with him/her for the next line.
• STAY UP WITH THE FIELD; do not lag behind unless you have a problem.
• If you must leave before the hunt is over, inform the Field Master or get a message to him/her.
• Maintain a safe distance between you and the horse in front. Do not crowd at jumps; take your turn.
• If your horse kicks, you MUST put a red ribbon in the tail, and ride at the rear of the field.
• If you hear the words ’HOLD HARD’, pull up to a dead STOP and do not move until your Field Master informs you it is safe to do so.
• If a rider falls, generally only 2 people should stay behind to assist the rider and possibly help catch the horse. Please get a message to the Field Master if you go home or there is a serious injury.
• The Hunt Staff and Field Masters work hard to give the riders good sport, your thanks are always appreciated.