Cubbing Question ...

[spotty_pony]

Not sure whether this should be in the hunting part of the forum or in here so I am posting it here.

My instructore has suggested I try taking my pony cubbing before I go hunting to get used to the atmosphere. What is involved in cubbing and does anyone know whether it is cheaper than hunting?

Also for all you East midlands people - do you know of any cubbing meets around Leicestershire/Rutland area?

Thanks x

 

[CastleMouse]

Cubbing is a shorter day than hunting, and they are held before an opening meet. It depends on your hunt how much it costs

 

[SecretSquirrell379]

Don't laugh at me please but do they kill fox cubs when they go cubbing???

 

[Clodagh]

No, fox cubs all grown up by this time of year. And, of course, we don't intentionally kill any foxes any more, unless they are dug out or shot...
*Runs away and hides back in Hunting forum*

In answer to PP, yes cubbing is cheaper and the day can be shorter, but as its nearly the opening meet you'd be lucky to get a day in and 4/5 hours is the day around here now.
Some horses do better going straight into hunting proper, less standing around. You can always go home early!