Foxhunting: How to Watch and Listen (Derrydale Press Foxhunter's Library)

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2011
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Internationally renowned Master and huntsman Hugh J. Robards, MFH engagingly informs foxhunters, new or experienced, how to more fully absorb the drama of the hunt. It may be a revelation to some, especially those who hunt to ride, but even while standing still, things are happening if you know what to look for and how to interpret what you see. By learning what to watch and listen for, field members can increase their awareness and their enjoyment of every hunting day.

Synopsis

Internationally renowned Master and huntsman Hugh J. Robards, MFH engagingly informs foxhunters, new or experienced, how to more fully absorb the drama of the hunt. It may be a revelation to some, especially those who hunt to ride, but even while standing still, things are happening if you know what to look for and how to interpret what you see. By learning what to watch and listen for, field members can increase their awareness and their enjoyment of every hunting day.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 160
Publisher: Derrydale Press
Published: 16 Mar 2011
ISBN 10: 1586671200
ISBN 13: 9781586671204

Media Reviews

Robards is a master storyteller. -- Martha A. Woodham Covertside For those who have never hunted before but may wish to, Foxhunting, How to Watch and Listen is the perfect introduction...Foxhunting is full of stories, anecdotes, and humour, but it is equally a fascinating read for those who want to truly understand hunting. The Irish Field Three little words of advice to all foxhunters, experienced, novice, or hopeful: Read. This. Book... an ideal introduction to the sport, as well as a useful addition to more experienced hunters' libraries. Whether one rides to hunt, or as is perhaps more common these days, hunts to ride, this book should be required reading. -- Betsy Manierre The Nsl Newsletter

Author Bio

Hugh J. Robards, MFH was born in England in 1946. He now lives in Ligonier, Pennsylvania, near Pittsburgh, where he is the Joint Master and Huntsman of the Rolling Rock Hunt.