What to expect from cubbing?

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flutterby321

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Last season, I was determined to get out hunting, unfortunatley, due to horrible weather and clashing dates, I only managed to get in one children's meet. I had an amazing time despite torrential rain, and my horse (who's hunted before) was a bit confused at first, as he hasn't hunted for years, but soon remembered what to do and was really up for it. The next meet was the closing meet, and I was told by a regular subscriber that it's always very, very busy and exciting. I decided to give it a miss, as I knew that second time round my horse would be expecting it, and last thing i needed was an enormous excited field! So I've decided to take him cubbing this autumn instead as I've heard it's more relaxed and takes place at a much slower pace. Is this a good idea? Also, what can I expect? Will there be much jumping? What do I wear? Any advice would be great, thanks :)
 
Autumn hunting is an ideal way to re-introduce your horse to hunting as is normally at a slower pace than full hunting. Our hunt do jump a few rails whilst AH but as with full hunting, there are usually non jumping options. Dress code would normally be hacking jacket, shirt and tie and long boots but if in doubt speak to your hunt sec. Normal hunting etiquette applies but always feels odd saying 'goodnight' at 11.00am.....!
Be prepared for early starts and have fun!
 
Our pack has never plaited for Autumn Hunting, I think it is usual to be casual ie no plaits, hacking jacket and shirt and tie or coloured stock (not techically correct but everyone wears them-I do as I have a long neck!) Some horses go nuts with the slow pace, you might find proper hunting is better for a fizzy horse.. Also you tend to get nearer to the hounds as there are fewer people and you are more likely to get roped into doing useful things, so can be more stressful than normal hunting!
 
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