Love the helmetcam footage. Exhilarating. I love seeing the kids and ponies participating. And I love the horses, of course. So many people will never know this experience except by watching.
Glad you like. I'm still working to improve the shooting. I put these out for the reason you list as well as to dispel the misconception that Equestrian Fox Hunting is cruel or bloodthirsty.
Daniboi971 I think you are mistaking Equestrian Foxhunting with Foxhunting w firearms. In My 8 years of "Ridding to Hounds" I have never seen a fox hurt. Not that it never happens, but if anyone get's hurt, it's usually us humans. I make these films to help folks distinguish between these 2 types of fox hunting.
Daniboi971 I've only been to drag hunts because there aren't too many property owners who are cool with people running horses and dogs across. The dogs get biscuits at the end.
vivaloriflamme Yes, I know what you're talking about. Our hunt's Field Master's take care to not lead their flights through planted fields etc, esp when it's a muddy week. We also make sure all of the land owners know how much we appreciate their permission to hunt their land. We invite them to many of our social events and make concerted efforts to keep their properties free from damage and leave gates wtc just the way we found them. In Ireland, I noticed that there was gentlemen that followed the hunt and the repaired walls we jumped because we frequently pulled down the top couple of rocks. He was the most physically fit person that I think I have ever met in that he kept up with the 1st filed mostly be running on foot with a backpack full of tools! amazing!
Thank you so much for this amazing video! It really inspired me to go to Ireland. I'm originally from Germany, I do Show Jumping and Dressage but right now I am spending a year in the Rocky Mountains, doing some western riding :) At first I planned on going to Ireland instead of America but a year ago, when I first left for America, my english was by far not as good as it is now so I decided to go to America because well, Ireland has a pretty heavy accent and I didn't feel ready for that :P Now my next goal is to get to Ireland for a year but since I'm still a student and just taking a year off right now, I'm probably going to finish school in Germany and then plan on going there :D
Fantastic video! Your horse is beautiful! Anyone who's anti-hunting should watch this and perhaps they'll realise the thrill of hunting is nothing to do with killing or cruelty; it's about the adrenaline rush you get from riding across open country on your horse at speed. It's also about meeting new people and making new friends. I haven't been hunting for long but it's the best thing I've done on a horse and I go to any hunt I can get to. Hopefully I'll be going every week when I get transport! Mines in England though; Ireland looks a lot crazier!
+OneMoreMileAnHour Thx! You have brought up my main reason for creating fox hunting videos. Foxhunting is very misunderstood by almost everyone that has not actually done it. Although my videos only show my perspective from the field, and I have only hunted Ireland and about 6 US States, I do want to show the fellowship, tradition, and equestrian skills of Foxhunting. A huntsman and the hounds are amazing to watch (but almost impossible to film) . You are so right in that It's not about killing. In fact, I have never seen a fox killed or hurt in my apx 400 USA hunts that I have participated in. Although I have seen lots of riders hurt (especially me- but worth the risk if we are on a good run)
+Midwest Photographics it's such an amazing sport. And yes our hunt is the same, whenever the hounds get too close to the wild animals they get told off and aren't allowed to kill it. It's a shame that it's so misunderstood. I've got a really spooky, hot Arab and hunting has done him the world of good; he is so much more confident now! Plus hunting people aren't snobby like most people like to believe. I turned up on my first time without a proper hunting jacket, with my little skitty Arab unclipped with scruffy plaits and was welcomed with open arms. It's such a wonderful sport and I'm so glad people are there like you to promote it!
2 month Who I watch Foxhunting video and reeding speech about it. I finally found what I want to see: Good mature and intelligent riders who work WITH their horse and take pleasure to this sport. All I see before are just human who sits on a back of a horse, slap them without reason and don't worrying about their feeling or pleasure. Thank you so much for this video guy! I found a fabulous show who proof Foxhunting can be a pleasure responsible sport without horse abuse or fox death :). I appreciate it!
I ride mostly hunter/jumper, sometimes cross country and a little western here in Texas. This looks hella fun. If I ever cross the pond I defiantly want to try this out. Thanks for sharing this gem!
my dad went up hunting in Ireland 3 times and brought a horse called orstighn (austin) and he was a gentleman going fast paced and jumping everything! brilliant he had the best hunt on him and he was 2 years of age! they backed him incredibly young! when galloping he slipped and rolled on the other side so he wouldn't crush my dad and we rode him side saddle absolutely AMAZING. AWESOME! X
wow thats amazing how riders that young ride that amazing I'm 15 and id be scared to do those ditches yet i still do them its just incredible :) ireland is the best at hunts i live in ireland myself :) !
Yes! The season is now in full swing. It's 6:00 am and my sister and I am heading to South Carolina to hunt the Low Country. We wanted to hunt in Lexington on the way, but they didn't go out and cast hounds due to mud that froze. Of Course BCH in Michigan is accustomed to the cold. I remember going out in -10 degrees below zero. A good long run still had me sweating. Some of us ride bare foot (horse of course), and some use borium. But we have snow covering the ground, we also don't go out with pure ice- we don't want to risk hurting the hounds, hourses (and riders!)
Thanks Theresa! It is such a wonder sport. Great Horses, hounds, and talented equestrians. Unfortunately, foxhunting is very misunderstood by the public. Hopefully the videos will help.
i love this video and seeing that i do hunting in ireland here too its personally my favourite sport at d mo😄 my next hunt is saturday 14 of narch so looking foward to it😁
One of the two horses was an amazing horse named "Piller". He was actually a masters horse back a few years. Huge! but a real gentlemen- also fearless.
i am thinking of taking my cob x hunting he is very athletic is the cob part of the breed OK to hunt with as I have seen a few cobs but just want ur opinion!
This is incredible! Beautiful countryside and gorgeous horses. I would love to do this some day. I just started riding a year and a half ago. I go on trail rides every week with a friend and I also take lessons where I'm learning to jump. Is there any way to join a hunt as a novice and if you don't own a horse? There are several hunt clubs in Maryland, but I don't know if any of them would welcome people like me.
+Sarah Barham Hi Sarah, I'm glad you are interested in this beautiful and traditional sport. Different hunts require different levels of horsemanship. For instance, my hunt has "go arounds" on all it's jumps and most of our jumps are under 3 feet. but it is essential that you and your horse know how to behave while riding in a group.We don't want anyone or any animals hurt. Most hunts also have a "2nd flight" which doesn't move as fast and avoids rough terrain. I suggest that you reach out to a hunt in your area and talk with them and your skill level. Maryland has many extremely good hunts with great people. Check em out. (PS I don't own my horse either, I ride my sister's Thoroughbreds)
Everyone I ever met who visited Ireland quickly feel in love with the Culture and Country. I had very good luck getting a pick up horse there. But you need to match your hose to you and your skills. Places like Flowerhill Equestrian Holiday Farm do an excellent job at this. Ask for Oliver Walsh- Good Luck!
so do all riders carry a gun for when they tree the fox so they can shoot it? Would whomever shoots and kills the fox then be the winner? or do the hounds kill the fox? I like how the one guy is passing around his flask for his friends to swig on. Some of the most beautiful country I have ever seen and I live in the Pacific Northwest, thought that no where could out do the beautiful land here by that much. But it certainly does. Wow! Is this dangerous for the horse and riders? I'm just curious. I don't think we have official fox hunting in America. My friend's dad would hunt on horseback and used hounds also, but again all the hunters carried guns to shoot the game animals, and it wasn't really for sport as I recall. Ironic to call them game animals. I know the flask part was involved though too. Thanks for the video.
I would love to compete in one of those when I get older and can I say AMAZING VIDEO I just want to keep rewatching it tone question tho are these in America and is there one in North Carolina or anywhere near?
Roisin Boyle Sure we do Roisin & Kinsey! There are 155 active Hunts in North America and Canada. the MFHA website is a good resource to find out more. Kinsey, if you like the video, then you will love foxhunting. North Carolina has 6 wonderful hunt clubs. I am visiting South Carolina for hunting in a few weeks- can't wait! Here is a link to some photos of Hunts in Virginia: facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.4716843926360.185271.1452332865&type=1&l=75c7d0d372 Enjoy the photos and I hope you will look into foxhunting. It is a wonderful (But misunderstood) sport and we especially love to see new young riders join us!
Hi - what a wonderful experience it must have been. I would like to do that but aren't sure my riding skills are up to it. How long have you been riding? What would say is the minimum level of a rider to have fun? I've watched the longer version more than a few times...:)
Your right Jeff, It is an amazing experience. I started riding with our local hunt club as a complete novice. Most clubs have 2 separate fields. The "hilltopers" are geared for horses are riders that are not up to the level of the "1st flight" field. You will no problem ridding here to start. Some hunts have a "2nd flight" which is between the 2 levels. Our Hunt has "go arounds" for every jump in our territory and hilltops take an easy pace and frequently skirt the jumps hard terrain. I suggest going to the Master of Fox Hounds Asocial website and find your closest hunt. You can probably ride as a guest and get the feel. Everyone is always friendly and helpful. Good Luck!
This is great video - showing just how fun and exciting it can be to ride your horse free across vast fields. It's a wonderful thing. I love horse riding and the freedom it gives you - and not only that, but it's sense of history, it's sense that this is what people have to been doing for centuries. The rider and their horse. There's no better. But I can't support fox hunting - no matter what nice videos you post showing happy riders. The truth is that foxes can be chased to exhaustion and torn apart during hunts. That's it. There's no getting away from the fact that fox hunting is beyond cruel. Ok. Maybe you haven't ever seen a fox be torn up in the hunts you partake in - that's great news. It's not a nice thing to see. But it does happen and foxes do die. Horribly. There's no way that this so- called sport is a good thing. I can't understand why you can't all just meet on your horses to have a good gallop around some fields. Why does it need to include hounds and foxes? I just don't understand it.
+karen kelly Hi Karen, The horses used for fox hunting in Ireland are amazingly strong. The best horses in the world for their particular landscapes. But I am from Indiana and just wish I had a horse as good as "Pillar" (Although Mystique is a great Thoroughbred and my sister has her very well trained.)
+aliboubou Irish hunter classified as anything with good strong bone. A cob they call them here in Ireland. An irish draft horse is what were originally bred for it
+Mrs_Kurosaki Perhaps I can visit you folks on my next trip. I'm traveling back to Ireland this November and staying mostly in the Tralee Co. Kerry area. I am looking to speak with a fellow photogragrapher/ equestrian from this area and I was wondering if you had any suggestions for me. I would like to do some filming from both a mount as well as from the ground (If there is a good way to get around)
I'm changing yards now to one in Co kilkenny. If you look up LiRose Stables. There's Olympic show jumping yards near by if you want to film that and there is hack and tack club that has like 100 acres of forestry and fields to go wild in.
Most folks that know what fox hunting is really about do not feel that it is cruel and permission is always given by the landowners for the hunt to be on their territory. There are even people who take great care to make sure that the walls, fences, and gates are maintained and kept in their original position, But my guess is that we sometimes veil off the designated land and there is some turf problems, especially when the land is very wet. But we do our best to be good neighbors.
Thanks for your comment and that's a good reply but I'm sorry I don't agree with the way the fox is killed by hounds. I've no problem with ppl meeting up on horseback riding throughout the country side but call off the hounds foxes are God's creation too and have the right to survive
Hi Mockel, I too would hate to see a fox to killed by hounds. Fortunately, it rarely happens over here. In fact, Ccoyote have moved down from Canada and killed most of the Fox here in our Michigan hunt territories. . In the rare instance that our hounds do trap a fox ("go to ground'), Our Whipper-Ins call off, or pull off, the hounds. I am grateful to say that in my 11 years of Fox Hunting (10 states and 2 countries), I have never seen a fox hurt, although it does probably get their hart racing as they maneuver to escape us-but hounds aren't very smart and the fox is usually way ahead of us, but it is really cool if we actually see ("view" or Talley Ho") the prey. My hope is that people will eventually learn that fox hunting is not about killing, it's about what I am showing in the video. Thank you for having a civil conversation about this with me. I love the horses, hounds, and prey, but it seems like the only animals that actually get hurt on a foxhunt is us humans. Seriously, falling off a horse can really hurt. It takes courage and skill to ride hard during a run.
btw some people run a head or a horse does with a rider and you have a cloth that was dumped in fox wee so the dogs follow that they don't actually kill foxes but some do and it's disgraceful but great video☺☺
+GreatGatsby243 I'm sorry you disappointed by a lack of animal killing, but I simply film what I see. In my 10 years of fox hunting, I have not been on a Hunt where any animals have been killed. I know that fox is hunted and killed by some hunts that are cooperating with land owners that are trying to reduce their fox population (usually animal farmers) but the majority of hunts I go on (central USA) run the fox "lines" but we don't actually catch or kill the fox. You might be able to find more fox kills on videos of hunters that use firearms instead of horses.
Love the helmetcam footage. Exhilarating. I love seeing the kids and ponies participating. And I love the horses, of course. So many people will never know this experience except by watching.
Glad you like. I'm still working to improve the shooting. I put these out for the reason you list as well as to dispel the misconception that Equestrian Fox Hunting is cruel or bloodthirsty.
Midwest Photographics And I say bravo.
Daniboi971 I think you are mistaking Equestrian Foxhunting with Foxhunting w firearms. In My 8 years of "Ridding to Hounds" I have never seen a fox hurt. Not that it never happens, but if anyone get's hurt, it's usually us humans. I make these films to help folks distinguish between these 2 types of fox hunting.
Daniboi971 I've only been to drag hunts because there aren't too many property owners who are cool with people running horses and dogs across. The dogs get biscuits at the end.
vivaloriflamme Yes, I know what you're talking about. Our hunt's Field Master's take care to not lead their flights through planted fields etc, esp when it's a muddy week. We also make sure all of the land owners know how much we appreciate their permission to hunt their land. We invite them to many of our social events and make concerted efforts to keep their properties free from damage and leave gates wtc just the way we found them. In Ireland, I noticed that there was gentlemen that followed the hunt and the repaired walls we jumped because we frequently pulled down the top couple of rocks. He was the most physically fit person that I think I have ever met in that he kept up with the 1st filed mostly be running on foot with a backpack full of tools! amazing!
Great video.. think i prefer this one to the shorter one!! so much more in it
Glad u like! I'm amazed that in this day of very short attention spans, people do indeed view these videos entirely.
A good video will always hold our attention
Thank you so much for this amazing video! It really inspired me to go to Ireland.
I'm originally from Germany, I do Show Jumping and Dressage but right now I am spending a year in the Rocky Mountains, doing some western riding :) At first I planned on going to Ireland instead of America but a year ago, when I first left for America, my english was by far not as good as it is now so I decided to go to America because well, Ireland has a pretty heavy accent and I didn't feel ready for that :P Now my next goal is to get to Ireland for a year but since I'm still a student and just taking a year off right now, I'm probably going to finish school in Germany and then plan on going there :D
Fantastic video! Your horse is beautiful! Anyone who's anti-hunting should watch this and perhaps they'll realise the thrill of hunting is nothing to do with killing or cruelty; it's about the adrenaline rush you get from riding across open country on your horse at speed. It's also about meeting new people and making new friends. I haven't been hunting for long but it's the best thing I've done on a horse and I go to any hunt I can get to. Hopefully I'll be going every week when I get transport! Mines in England though; Ireland looks a lot crazier!
+OneMoreMileAnHour Thx! You have brought up my main reason for creating fox hunting videos. Foxhunting is very misunderstood by almost everyone that has not actually done it. Although my videos only show my perspective from the field, and I have only hunted Ireland and about 6 US States, I do want to show the fellowship, tradition, and equestrian skills of Foxhunting. A huntsman and the hounds are amazing to watch (but almost impossible to film) .
You are so right in that It's not about killing. In fact, I have never seen a fox killed or hurt in my apx 400 USA hunts that I have participated in. Although I have seen lots of riders hurt (especially me- but worth the risk if we are on a good run)
+Midwest Photographics it's such an amazing sport. And yes our hunt is the same, whenever the hounds get too close to the wild animals they get told off and aren't allowed to kill it. It's a shame that it's so misunderstood. I've got a really spooky, hot Arab and hunting has done him the world of good; he is so much more confident now! Plus hunting people aren't snobby like most people like to believe. I turned up on my first time without a proper hunting jacket, with my little skitty Arab unclipped with scruffy plaits and was welcomed with open arms. It's such a wonderful sport and I'm so glad people are there like you to promote it!
2 month Who I watch Foxhunting video and reeding speech about it. I finally found what I want to see: Good mature and intelligent riders who work WITH their horse and take pleasure to this sport. All I see before are just human who sits on a back of a horse, slap them without reason and don't worrying about their feeling or pleasure. Thank you so much for this video guy! I found a fabulous show who proof Foxhunting can be a pleasure responsible sport without horse abuse or fox death :). I appreciate it!
I ride mostly hunter/jumper, sometimes cross country and a little western here in Texas. This looks hella fun. If I ever cross the pond I defiantly want to try this out. Thanks for sharing this gem!
How can that little tiny girl and pony make it through that XD That's amazing!
+Nikki B The Orcinus orca They young ones are amazing. The hedges are taller than their ponies and they still make it over. Quite fearless they are
Amazing footage & camera angles! Thanks so much for posting!! Beautiful countryside, horses & people :)
bringing back happy memories of years gone by. Thanks a lot.
Cheers!
my dad went up hunting in Ireland 3 times and brought a horse called orstighn (austin) and he was a gentleman going fast paced and jumping everything! brilliant he had the best hunt on him and he was 2 years of age! they backed him incredibly young! when galloping he slipped and rolled on the other side so he wouldn't crush my dad and we rode him side saddle absolutely AMAZING. AWESOME! X
wow thats amazing how riders that young ride that amazing I'm 15 and id be scared to do those ditches yet i still do them its just incredible :) ireland is the best at hunts i live in ireland myself :) !
+DarkAgnel 993 Awesome!!!!
Same up Ireland
These kinds of videos make me so excited to start hunting which I should be doing this month😁👍
Yes! The season is now in full swing. It's 6:00 am and my sister and I am heading to South Carolina to hunt the Low Country. We wanted to hunt in Lexington on the way, but they didn't go out and cast hounds due to mud that froze. Of Course BCH in Michigan is accustomed to the cold. I remember going out in -10 degrees below zero. A good long run still had me sweating. Some of us ride bare foot (horse of course), and some use borium. But we have snow covering the ground, we also don't go out with pure ice- we don't want to risk hurting the hounds, hourses (and riders!)
Great footage!!!! Love the entire video!
Thanks Theresa! It is such a wonder sport. Great Horses, hounds, and talented equestrians. Unfortunately, foxhunting is very misunderstood by the public. Hopefully the videos will help.
i love this video and seeing that i do hunting in ireland here too its personally my favourite sport at d mo😄 my next hunt is saturday 14 of narch so looking foward to it😁
you guys , and kid, are amazing well done!! i love!!
The people (and kids) are amazing equestrians over there
lovely video including the cute little boy on the Adorable Pony
The little kid and his pony were adorable!
love it. I'll be heading over to UK soon find me self a hurling and join in a hunt!
I would so love to go fox hunting! My little mare is a great jumper and I think we'd have a lot of fun.
You two should give it a try. Search out a hunt on the MFHA site. Contact the hunt that closest. Or come visit us at Battle Creek Hunt in Michigan.
You have a beautiful horse.
One of the two horses was an amazing horse named "Piller". He was actually a masters horse back a few years. Huge! but a real gentlemen- also fearless.
Fab video footage - I do Fox hunting in England
not into killing for fun but being open minded interested to see things from the hunters viewpoint x
i am thinking of taking my cob x hunting he is very athletic is the cob part of the breed OK to hunt with as I have seen a few cobs but just want ur opinion!
Wow I'm very jealous! I have always wanted a horse.
This is incredible! Beautiful countryside and gorgeous horses. I would love to do this some day. I just started riding a year and a half ago. I go on trail rides every week with a friend and I also take lessons where I'm learning to jump. Is there any way to join a hunt as a novice and if you don't own a horse? There are several hunt clubs in Maryland, but I don't know if any of them would welcome people like me.
+Sarah Barham Hi Sarah, I'm glad you are interested in this beautiful and traditional sport. Different hunts require different levels of horsemanship. For instance, my hunt has "go arounds" on all it's jumps and most of our jumps are under 3 feet. but it is essential that you and your horse know how to behave while riding in a group.We don't want anyone or any animals hurt. Most hunts also have a "2nd flight" which doesn't move as fast and avoids rough terrain. I suggest that you reach out to a hunt in your area and talk with them and your skill level. Maryland has many extremely good hunts with great people. Check em out. (PS I don't own my horse either, I ride my sister's Thoroughbreds)
If your in the UK, you can do something called "cubbing" which is for novices but there not everywhere, so you will have to see what you can find X
it's amazing! is it possible to practice it with out owning a horse? I'm moving to ireland next year and I would like to go for it.
Everyone I ever met who visited Ireland quickly feel in love with the Culture and Country. I had very good luck getting a pick up horse there. But you need to match your hose to you and your skills. Places like Flowerhill Equestrian Holiday Farm do an excellent job at this. Ask for Oliver Walsh- Good Luck!
Fun!
so do all riders carry a gun for when they tree the fox so they can shoot it? Would whomever shoots and kills the fox then be the winner? or do the hounds kill the fox? I like how the one guy is passing around his flask for his friends to swig on. Some of the most beautiful country I have ever seen and I live in the Pacific Northwest, thought that no where could out do the beautiful land here by that much. But it certainly does. Wow! Is this dangerous for the horse and riders? I'm just curious. I don't think we have official fox hunting in America. My friend's dad would hunt on horseback and used hounds also, but again all the hunters carried guns to shoot the game animals, and it wasn't really for sport as I recall. Ironic to call them game animals. I know the flask part was involved though too. Thanks for the video.
This looks awesome, especially without the damn sabateurs.
I would love to compete in one of those when I get older and can I say AMAZING VIDEO I just want to keep rewatching it tone question tho are these in America and is there one in North Carolina or anywhere near?
Roisin Boyle Sure we do Roisin & Kinsey! There are 155 active Hunts in North America and Canada. the MFHA website is a good resource to find out more. Kinsey, if you like the video, then you will love foxhunting. North Carolina has 6 wonderful hunt clubs. I am visiting South Carolina for hunting in a few weeks- can't wait! Here is a link to some photos of Hunts in Virginia: facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.4716843926360.185271.1452332865&type=1&l=75c7d0d372 Enjoy the photos and I hope you will look into foxhunting. It is a wonderful (But misunderstood) sport and we especially love to see new young riders join us!
Hi - what a wonderful experience it must have been. I would like to do that but aren't sure my riding skills are up to it. How long have you been riding? What would say is the minimum level of a rider to have fun? I've watched the longer version more than a few times...:)
Your right Jeff, It is an amazing experience. I started riding with our local hunt club as a complete novice. Most clubs have 2 separate fields. The "hilltopers" are geared for horses are riders that are not up to the level of the "1st flight" field. You will no problem ridding here to start. Some hunts have a "2nd flight" which is between the 2 levels. Our Hunt has "go arounds" for every jump in our territory and hilltops take an easy pace and frequently skirt the jumps hard terrain. I suggest going to the Master of Fox Hounds Asocial website and find your closest hunt. You can probably ride as a guest and get the feel. Everyone is always friendly and helpful. Good Luck!
Hi again.. what is the music at the beginning of the video?
This is great video - showing just how fun and exciting it can be to ride your horse free across vast fields. It's a wonderful thing. I love horse riding and the freedom it gives you - and not only that, but it's sense of history, it's sense that this is what people have to been doing for centuries. The rider and their horse. There's no better. But I can't support fox hunting - no matter what nice videos you post showing happy riders. The truth is that foxes can be chased to exhaustion and torn apart during hunts. That's it. There's no getting away from the fact that fox hunting is beyond cruel. Ok. Maybe you haven't ever seen a fox be torn up in the hunts you partake in - that's great news. It's not a nice thing to see. But it does happen and foxes do die. Horribly. There's no way that this so- called sport is a good thing. I can't understand why you can't all just meet on your horses to have a good gallop around some fields. Why does it need to include hounds and foxes? I just don't understand it.
Thx! glad you enjoyed the video. I do hope it gives people the feel for what fox hunting is really like. Have fun on that horse of yours!
Is your horse strong
+karen kelly Hi Karen, The horses used for fox hunting in Ireland are amazingly strong. The best horses in the world for their particular landscapes. But I am from Indiana and just wish I had a horse as good as "Pillar" (Although Mystique is a great Thoroughbred and my sister has her very well trained.)
+Midwest Photographics cool I'd love a horse like the one u were on
what breed of horses are those?
+aliboubou Irish hunter classified as anything with good strong bone. A cob they call them here in Ireland. An irish draft horse is what were originally bred for it
Mrs_Kurosaki ok thank you
a lot of these horses would be connemara or Irish sport horse 😊
Ciara Gargan I rode a Irish draught horse as I was leasing one and it hunted really well I miss him so much but now I have got a cob x
Ciara Gargan and I own it yay
your good
I Hunt with the south tipp foxhounds
+Mrs_Kurosaki Perhaps I can visit you folks on my next trip. I'm traveling back to Ireland this November and staying mostly in the Tralee Co. Kerry area. I am looking to speak with a fellow photogragrapher/ equestrian from this area and I was wondering if you had any suggestions for me. I would like to do some filming from both a mount as well as from the ground (If there is a good way to get around)
I'm changing yards now to one in Co kilkenny. If you look up LiRose Stables. There's Olympic show jumping yards near by if you want to film that and there is hack and tack club that has like 100 acres of forestry and fields to go wild in.
it should be banned in Ireland and it will it's cruel. who gave ye the right to plough through our land.
Most folks that know what fox hunting is really about do not feel that it is cruel and permission is always given by the landowners for the hunt to be on their territory. There are even people who take great care to make sure that the walls, fences, and gates are maintained and kept in their original position, But my guess is that we sometimes veil off the designated land and there is some turf problems, especially when the land is very wet. But we do our best to be good neighbors.
Thanks for your comment and that's a good reply but I'm sorry I don't agree with the way the fox is killed by hounds. I've no problem with ppl meeting up on horseback riding throughout the country side but call off the hounds foxes are God's creation too and have the right to survive
Hi Mockel, I too would hate to see a fox to killed by hounds. Fortunately, it rarely happens over here. In fact, Ccoyote have moved down from Canada and killed most of the Fox here in our Michigan hunt territories. . In the rare instance that our hounds do trap a fox ("go to ground'), Our Whipper-Ins call off, or pull off, the hounds. I am grateful to say that in my 11 years of Fox Hunting (10 states and 2 countries), I have never seen a fox hurt, although it does probably get their hart racing as they maneuver to escape us-but hounds aren't very smart and the fox is usually way ahead of us, but it is really cool if we actually see ("view" or Talley Ho") the prey. My hope is that people will eventually learn that fox hunting is not about killing, it's about what I am showing in the video. Thank you for having a civil conversation about this with me. I love the horses, hounds, and prey, but it seems like the only animals that actually get hurt on a foxhunt is us humans. Seriously, falling off a horse can really hurt. It takes courage and skill to ride hard during a run.
btw some people run a head or a horse does with a rider and you have a cloth that was dumped in fox wee so the dogs follow that they don't actually kill foxes but some do and it's disgraceful but great video☺☺
I've watched three of these so far and not one of them shows any actual fox killing. Wtf
I have to say I'm thoroughly disappointed.
+GreatGatsby243 I'm sorry you disappointed by a lack of animal killing, but I simply film what I see. In my 10 years of fox hunting, I have not been on a Hunt where any animals have been killed. I know that fox is hunted and killed by some hunts that are cooperating with land owners that are trying to reduce their fox population (usually animal farmers) but the majority of hunts I go on (central USA) run the fox "lines" but we don't actually catch or kill the fox. You might be able to find more fox kills on videos of hunters that use firearms instead of horses.
Amazing footage & camera angles! Thanks so much for posting!! Beautiful countryside, horses & people :)
+Shirley Delaney I'm glad that you enjoyed it Shirley