Master fox-hunting basics for new riders, with practical tips on horsemanship, tack, and field etiquette.
This beginner’s guide offers clear, actionable advice for people new to the sport. It covers how to prepare horses, choose gear, and behave in the hunting field, focusing on safety, conditioning, and good manners around landowners and others in the field. The guidance aims to help riders gain confidence through steady, practical steps you can apply in the meet, in cubbing, and during full season hunts.
Particularly helpful for soldiers and newcomers who want a solid start, the book emphasizes the value of practice, proper fitting gear, and thoughtful conduct. It cautions against risky behavior and stresses respect for farmers, hunt staff, and fellow riders, so you can enjoy the sport while protecting yourself, your horse, and the countryside.
Ideal for readers just starting out in fox-hunting who want a grounded, responsible approach to the sport.
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Excerpt from An Introduction to Fox-Hunting: With Notes on Hunting Terms and Point-to-Point Races
Health and nerve are two such necessary qualities in fox-hunting, and both are so easily lost, that it is unnecessary to do more than to remark that the sportsman, whilst he should not shrink from accept ance Of sporting risks, should never play tricks with his constitution. Loss of health means loss of nerve, and these gone, capacity for enjoy ment is gone, so far as hunting is concerned.
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Excerpt from An Introduction to Fox-Hunting: With Notes on Hunting Terms and Point-to-Point Races
Accidents in the Field; August to November; Bad Habits of Horses; Bandaging; Bran; Buying Hunters; Capping; Care of Horses Legs; Chafing Saddle; Check, When Hounds; Clipping Horses; Coffee Housing; Conditioning of Hunters; Consideration for Shooting Men; Cooling Down a Horse; Cubbing; Demeanour, General; Entraining Horses; Fallen Horse, A; Fallow Fields
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive and practical guide to the world of fox-hunting, specifically tailored to newcomers seeking to navigate the intricacies of this time-honored sport. Through detailed observations and insightful anecdotes, the author delves into the essential aspects of hunting etiquette, horsemanship, and proper conduct in the field. From understanding hunting terminology and navigating the countryside to caring for your horse and respecting the farmers whose land you cross, this book equips aspiring hunters with the knowledge and confidence they need to participate responsibly and enjoyably. The author emphasizes the importance of sportsmanship, respect for tradition, and consideration for all involved, including fellow hunters, hunt servants, and the quarry itself. Ultimately, this book provides not only a practical handbook but also a window into the rich cultural heritage and deep-rooted values that underpin the sport of fox-hunting. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781330320174_0
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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. del artículo: LW-9781330320174
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