Category: Fox Hunting

Monthly Fox Hunting Episode: 3rd Thursday of every month
Hosted by: Hosted by Tara Tibbets and Coach Jenn, host of the Horse Tip Daily podcast
Description: Once a month the hounds come out to play in the fox hunting episode. We explore all aspects of one of the oldest equine pastimes in the world.
Past Fox Hunting Episodes
Fox Hunting: Starting Later in Life, Breeches and Hirelings for Jan 20, 2022
Jan 20, 2022
Auditor Paige Riordan tells us what it is like to start Fox Hunting at the age of 40, Tara and Jenn talk about the best riding breeches for Fox Hunting and the word of the month is Hireling. Listen in…
Read MoreHuntsman Eleanor Hartwell, Boxing Day, by MFHA for Dec 16, 2021
Dec 16, 2021
We chat about how Boxing Day Hunts started and what they look like today. Our guest, Bridlespur Huntsman Eleanor Hartwell, tells about her other vocation, making hunt whips! Continuing our our mission to demystify equestrian vocabulary; our term of the month is BLANK.
Read MoreFoxhunting: Equestrian Photographer, Cleveland Bay Horses by MFHA for Nov 18, 2021
Nov 18, 2021
Marcia Brody shares the history of the Cleveland Bay horse and why she organizes an annual Cleveland Bay Foxhunt. Journalist turned photographer Mark Jump talks about why he loves photographing the sport of Foxhunting.
Read MoreFoxhunting: Theodora A. Randolph Field Hunter Championships, Thoroughbred Makeover Winner for Oct 21, 2021 by MFHA
Oct 21, 2021
Karyn Wilson joins us to talk about the Theodora A. Randolph Field Hunter Championships and Moore County Hounds MFH Cameron Sadler stops by, fresh off her win in the Field Hunter Division of the Retired Racehorse Thoroughbred Makeover in Lexington, KY.
Read MoreFoxhunting: Foxhound Performance Trials, Kismet Finds His Calling, by MFHA for Sept 16, 2021
Sep 16, 2021
Huntsman & Jt. Master of Sedgefield Hunt Fred Berry introduces us to Foxhound Performance Trials. Britta and Mia Cruz tell us the story of Kismet, the amazing Foxhunting pony.
Read MoreWest to East: Woodbrook Hunt Club and Rose Tree Blue Mountain Hunt, by MFHA for Aug 19, 2021
Aug 19, 2021
Jennifer Hansen, MFH from Woodbrook Hunt Club and Sean Cully, MFH & Huntsman at Rose Tree – Blue Mountain Hunt join us to chat about their respective hunt’s territories, history, and what a typical day in the field is like.
Read MoreFoxhunting Summer Activities with Deep Run Hunt & Moore County Hounds, by MFHA for July 15, 2021
Jul 15, 2021
Cameron Sadler, MFH of Moore County Hounds and Ginny Perrin, Deep Run Hunt Club join us to talk about the different ways they keep current members engaged in the summer months and encourage those unfamiliar with the sport to come out and enjoy the fun too!
Read MoreHunter Paces and Getting Your Colors, June 17, 2021 by Horseware
Jun 17, 2021
Hand Gallop blogger Stephanie Peck talks about getting her colors with the Harvard Fox Hounds and Camden Hunt Honorary Fieldmaster Lea Schwartz Edwards tells us about her hunt club, and how they encourage the community to participate in their Hunter Paces. Classic re-visit.
Read MoreHorse Crazy Author Nir’s 1st Foxhunt, Hound Shows Return, May 20, 2021 by Horseware
May 20, 2021
Horse Crazy author Sara Maslin Nir shares how her first experience in the hunt field allowed her to see herself differently. Fort Leavenworth MFH Steven Thomas tells us about how Central States Hound Club is getting hound shows up and running again.
Read MoreNewlyweds in the Hunt Field, Paving Paradise Author, Foxhunting Apr 15, 2021 by Horseware
Apr 15, 2021
Author and Foxhunter John Harris Anderson joins us to talk about his newly published book Paving Paradise. Newlyweds Connor and Sal Caputo tell us about getting married in the hunt field. Boot tops and bitting the field hunter fill in the space in between.
Read MoreAbout Hunting Horns, Stock Pins, Buying a Horse Trailer, for Mar 18, 2021 by Horseware
Mar 18, 2021
Grosvenor Merle-Smith, author of The Hunting Horn, shares great stories from his amazing career in the Hunt Field plus we look at the who why and where of Stock Pins in equestrian sport. Plus our co-hosts discuss the maiden voyage of Tara’s new living quarters horse trailer.
Read MoreEquestrian Valentines Re-visit with Foxhunting Couples, Feb. 18, 2021 by Horseware
Feb 18, 2021
Two couples who met in the hunt field join us to share why they still enjoy Foxhunting together and bringing new equestrians to the sport. Newcomer tips include getting involved at your own pace. Listen in!
Read MoreFoxhunting Standardbreds, Caza Ladron Hunt, for Jan 21, 2021
Jan 21, 2021
MFH Nancy Williams Ambrosiano joins us to talk about how Caza Ladron Hunt made the most of the 2020 season plus Beth Dombrowsky shares the story a very special Foxhunting Standardbred name Jag. Hosted by Tara Tibbetts.
Read MoreBeaufort the Painted Pony, Show Hunter in the Hunt Field, Dec 17, 2020 by Horseware
Dec 17, 2020
Candyce Miller talks about writing a book starring her horse of a lifetime; Beaufort. Claire Caust-Taylor tells us how taking up Fox Hunting has made her a better Show Hunter rider. Our term of the month is ‘Colors’. A simple word with a complicated tradition!
Read MoreChoosing an OTTB for Foxhunting, Ozark Highland Hounds, Sandwich Case Tradition, for Nov 19, 2020
Nov 19, 2020
We discuss Sandwich Case and hairstyle traditions in the Hunt Field. Brit Vegas talks about how she chooses an OTTB to follow the hounds, Sarah McKay shares her adventures starting a new hunt called Ozark Highland Hounds.
Read MoreWentworth Hunt, Fashion in the Hunt Field, Hunt Appointments, Oct. 15, 2020
Oct 15, 2020
Joint MFH Marilyn Mariano shares how Wentworth Hunt is keeping members and potential members active and engaged all season, right down to a virtual Hunt Ball. Rachel Wilkoski from Rachel’s Riding Closet talks about Autumn Hunting and the many options to step up your equestrian attire style. Our term of the month sparks a conversation about Hunt Whips.
Read MoreHunt Clubs Creating New Traditions, A Wedding on Horseback, Fox Hunting for Sept 17, 2020
Sep 17, 2020
MFH & Huntsman Angela Murray shares how Red Rock Hounds updating some long held traditions to rave reviews. Two Green Creek Hounds members recently tied the knot on horseback and they join us to talk about how Fox Hunting plays an important roll in their lives.
Read MoreVirtual Hound Show, Foxhunting The New Horse Show Alternative, for Aug 20, 2020
Aug 20, 2020
Alexa Basile tells us about how Foxhunting has provided a fun alternative to the many cancelled horse shows this year and Richard Walton joins us from the United Kingdom to talk about the International Virtual Hound Show. Show host Tara Tibbetts’ term of the month is Field Master.
Read MoreDeveloping Responsible Riders, Meet Artist Lauren Fanning, Foxhunting for July 16, 2020
Jul 16, 2020
Carine Stava tells us about the RIDERS Program and how it is helping youth enjoy Foxhunting while developing important life skills. Aerospace Engineer turned artist Lauren Fanning talks about changing careers, raising kids, and her process in creating amazing portraits and photos. In our Foxhunter’s Quiz Question we delve into Show Hunter and Foxhunter cross over skills.
Read MoreOak Ridge Fox Hunt MFH Rita Mae Brown, Foxhunting Today & Tomorrow for June 18, 2020 by MFHA
Jun 18, 2020
Oak Ridge Fox Hunt MFH/Huntsman Rita Mae Brown discusses the state of our sport today, and ways we can create a stronger and more diverse equestrian community in the future. Switching hats, Rita Mae, best selling NY Times author, gives us some insight into the Sister Jane Mysteries. We also have a lively discussion on gallop boots and standing martingales in the hunt field.
Read MoreHITM May 21, 2020 Foxhunting with George Washington, National Sporting Library & Museum by MFHA
May 21, 2020
We’re hitting the history and the books! Author Philip Smucker does some George Washington spotting equestrian edition
and National Sporting Library and Museum librarian Erica Libhart tells us about the incredible collection plus shares some her favorites.
Foxhunting: The Great Escape Edition by MFHA for Apr. 16, 2020
Apr 16, 2020
Dr. Steve Thomas, MFH/Huntsman at Fort Leavenworth Hunt and long time Foxhunter Mary Ewing stop by to share stories about Foxhunting in Europe and offer a few handy tips for having a great equestrian vacation.
Read MoreRed Rock Hounds Celebrates 40 Years, Leahy Excels in Show Jumping, Foxhunting, Mar. 19, 2020 by MFHA
Mar 19, 2020
Red Rock Hounds Huntsman Angela Murray tells shares the fascinating history of the Red Rock Hounds and the 40th year celebration they have planned. Show Jumping phenom Caelinn Leahy talks about how growing up Foxhunting helped her in the Show Jumping arena.
Read MoreMonmouth County Welcomes Standardbreds to Hunt Field, Wicomico Hunt Wins Land Conservation Award, Feb. 20, 2020 by MFHA
Feb 20, 2020
Huntsman Meg Valnoski talks about why welcoming Standardbred owners to the hunt field is an important part of community outreach for Monmouth County Hunt. MFH Ed Fry shares the award winning land conservation efforts of Wicomico Hunt in the Delmarva region.
Read MoreFacebook Group for Foxhunters, Hunting for Versatility, Jan. 16, 2020 by MFHA
Jan 16, 2020
Founder of the Fox-unters on Facebook group Barbara Dove talks about using the social media platform to help seasoned as well as brand new Foxhunters to connect. Professional rider Pam Cibula talks about the benefits of taking show horses Hunting.
Read MoreFoxhunting Friesian, Foxhunting Art, Tale of a Christmas Eve Foxhunt, Dec. 19, 2019 by MFHA
Dec 19, 2019
Artist Lydia Schrader talks about her Foxhunting collection and Sarah Isherwood tells the tail of how she ended up hunting on a Friesian. Plus we enjoy a little Foxhunting inspired Christmas poetry.
Read MoreOpening Meets Highlight Community, Foxhunting Barrel Racer for Nov. 21, 2019 by MFHA
Nov 21, 2019
We chat with Aiken Hounds MFH Linda Knox McClean and Glenmore Hunt Club MFH Stacy Thomson about their respective hunts’ opening meets and how they involve as well as support the community. Then foxhunter and barrel racer Becca Fellman talks about how these seemingly disparate disciplines complement one another.
Read MoreAll About Hound Trials, Grade 1 Steeplechaser to Makeover Champion for Oct. 17, 2019 by MFHA
Oct 17, 2019
Belle Meade Hounds 1st flight Field Master Jean Derrick explains what a Hound Trial is and why they are so much fun, Sara Katz stops by fresh off her win in the Foxhunting division at the RRP Thoroughbred Makeover aboard Grade 1 winner Diplomat. Our term of the month gets us puzzling. Just what is a ratcatcher? Hosted by Emily Esterson and Tara Tibbetts.
Read MoreTryon Hounds Mentoring Program, Yankee in Paris at Iroqouis Hunter Paces, for Sept. 19, 2019 by MFHA
Sep 19, 2019
We learn what a Fixture is, Danielle Santos from Charles Owen helmets talks about the most popular models in the Hunt Field, Tryon Hounds MFH Rebecca Barnes chats about their mentoring program and blogger Carleigh Fedorka (A Yankee In Paris) talks about how Hunter Paces help her OTTB’s become solid citizens. Hosted by Emily Esterson and Tara Tibbetts.
Read MoreCamden Hunt, Loudoun Hunt, Covertside Celebrating Anniversaries, Aug. 15, 2019 by MFHA
Aug 15, 2019
Anniversary episode! Camden Hunt in SC is turning 90 this year and Loudoun Hunt celebrates its 125th so MFH’s Sue Sensor (Camden) and Carroll Galvin (Loudoun) join us to chat about their hunt’s history and keeping Foxhunting vibrant in their communities.
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