An Introduction to Fox-Hunting: With Notes on Hunting Terms and Point-to-Point Races (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Practical guidance for new riders and officers stepping into the fox-hunting field. This concise handbook offers clear, field-tested advice on preparation, safety, and etiquette, helping novices gain confidence in the hunting ground.

This edition presents practical steps for beginners and soldiers new to the sport, focusing on horsemanship, conditioning, tack care, and the daily routines of a hunting field. It emphasizes responsible participation, respect for landowners, and the simple, steady preparation that makes hunting safer and more enjoyable for everyone involved.

• How to condition a horse, manage feeding, and prepare equipment for a long season.


• Essentials of turnout, tack checks, and safe mounting practices before meets.


• Ground rules for cubbing, meet etiquette, and respectful interaction with landowners and other riders.


• Common hunting terms and the day-to-day duties of the hunt field from the novice’s view.

Ideal for readers of hunting instruction and newcomers to fox-hunting who want practical, down‑to‑earth guidance that can be put to use in the field.

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