Hunter Trials

The Camden Hunt Invites you to compete in The Eighty-eighth Annual Hunter Trials

Sunday, November 5, 2023 at 9:00 A.M. at Hunter Trial Hill, Springdale Racecourse Camden, South Carolina

  • Judges: Charlotte Cannon and Tommy Robinson
  • Secretary: Doak Wolfe
  • Committee:
    Sue Sensor, MFH Amy Cantey, MFH Janet Butcher, MFH
    Lynn Evans Sharon Jones Richard Osworth, MFH
    Melissa Rice, Huntsman

SUNDAY, November 5, 2023– Start Time: 9:00 A.M.
All Class Fees are $20 except Class 17; there is no entry fee for Class 17.

CLASS 1 JUNIOR HUNTERS
To be ridden by a Junior 18 years of age and under for the Elizabeth A Belser Memorial Trophy. Emphasis placed on
suitability as a junior hunter. Fences 2’6”.

CLASS 2 AMATEUR-OWNER HUNTER
To be ridden by an Amateur Owner over 18 years for the Richard W. Lloyd Memorial Trophy. Emphasis placed on
suitability as amateur field hunter. Fences 2’6”.

CLASS 3 GREEN HUNTERS
Open to all first-year foxhunters that have not previously shown at these trials or at a recognized horse show. Winner
receives the Paulette W. Boykin Memorial Trophy. Fences 2’6”..

CLASS 4 LOW OPEN HUNTERS
Open to all entries. Entries Not Eligible for Class 5. Winner receives the Bess & Bob Coughlin Trophy, Fences 2’6”.

CLASS 5 OPEN HUNTERS
Open to all entries. Entries Not Eligible for Class 4. Winner receives the David L. Young Memorial Trophy. Fences 3’.

CLASS 6 JUNIOR HUNTER
Qualified hunters to follow Field Master at a walk, trot, canter/gallop, jumping, reverse of field and/or hold hard. Fences
2’6”. Judged on suitability as a junior first flight hunter.

CLASS 7 JUNIOR HILLTOPPER HUNTER
Qualified hunters to follow a Field Master at a walk, trot, canter, walking over a log and/or opening a gate. Horse/rider
combinations not eligible for any other class except 9, 10 & 11. Judged on suitability as a junior hilltopper munt.
Martingales allowed.

CLASS 8 HILLTOPPER HUNTER
Qualified hunters to follow a Field Master at a walk, trot, canter, walking over a log and/or opening a gate. Horse/rider
combinations not eligible for any other classes except 9, 10 & 11. Martingales allowed.

CLASS 9 HUNTER HACK
To be shown at a walk, trot, canter, and hand gallop. May be asked to trot two fences not to exceed 18”. Judged on
manners, way of going and suitability as a fox hunting mount. Martingales allowed.

– LUNCH BREAK –

CLASS 10 HILLTOPPER HUNTER O/F
Ridden over a hilltopper course over fences not to exceed 18”. Emphasis on suitability as a hilltopper hunter. Entries
not eligible for any other class except 7, 9 & 11.

CLASS 11 HUNT PAIRS UNDER SADDLE
Open to all entries. To be ridden two abreast at a walk, trot and canter. Judged on pace, performance and general
appearance. Martingales allowed.

CLASS 12 HUNT PAIRS
Open to all entries. Ridden two abreast over a designed course for the Howard H. Lamar Jr. Memorial Trophy. Judged
on performance, pace and general appearance May jump high or low fences.

CLASS 13 HUNT TEAMS
Open to all entries for the Martha T. Partridge Perpetual Trophy. Judged on Performance, consistency of spacing,
pace and general appearance. May jump high or low fences.

CLASS 14 HANDY HUNTERS
Open to all entries with emphasis on manners and promptness. Winner receives the Hilda A. McMahan Trophy. Fences
3’.

CLASS 15 QUALIFIED HUNTERS
Open to qualified hunters for the Harry D. Kirkover Perpetual Trophy. Fences 3’.

CLASS 16 FIELD HUNTER CHALLENGE
Ridden over a course over fences not to exceed 3’6” with emphasis on brilliance and style. Winner receives the Robert E. Kiehl Memorial Trophy.

CLASS 17 BEST HUNTER AND BEST TURNED OUT
Open to all entries that have shown in at least one class. To be ridden by a subscriber (Junior or Senior) of any hunt. To
follow Field Master and judged as most suitable to ride to hounds. 2nd flight to follow. The Martha H. Williams Perpetual
Trophy will be presented to the winner. No entry fees.

General Conditions & Information:

  1. The Camden Hunt Hunter Trials, The Camden Hunt, or event Committee members shall not be responsible for any accident
    or damage that may occur to any animal, person, or property. Exhibitors and spectators shall hold the Committee harmless
    and indemnify it against any legal proceedings arising from any such accident. No claim for damages that may happen to
    onlookers, exhibitors, grooms or horses in connection with or arising from the Trials, or the conduct or management thereof,
    will be recognized.
  2. Proof of current 12-month negative Coggins required.
  3. All vans and trailers are to park at the base of Hunter Trial Hill or entrance of Springdale Race Course.
  4. Entries may be emailed to: thecamdenhunt.huntertrials@gmail.com, submitted on schooling day or on the day of the Trials.
  5. The committee has the right to combine, cancel or split any class.
  6. Hunt subscribers or members are requested to ride in their colors. Jackets required. Braiding is appreciated.
  7. Two entries will go in tandem except Classes 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15.
  8. Disputes will be decided by the judges, governed by hunting field experience and conditions, and by show ring procedure and etiquette where applicable and not conflicting with these conditions.
  9. Stabling available for Friday-Sunday at Springdale Race Course at $25/night; shavings at $5/bag. Self-care. Shavings must be pre-ordered.
  10. Schooling Fee: $20/horse, non-refundable; pay gate attendant and pre-enter show.
  11. Please note there is NO water available on grounds.
  12. Exhibitor Hilltop Parking Fee: $20/vehicle. Patrons Circle members park at no charge but must reserve a space.
  13. Sponsorships available. Gold -$100. Silver -$50. Bronze -$25.
  • Qualified Hunters (classes 6, 7, 8, 15). Open to horse/rider combinations that have hunted at least 5 times during
    the 2022-23 season. (A master’s signature required on entry blank or by email for qualified classes 6, 7, 8, 15.)
  • All Class Fees are $20.00 except Class 17; there is no entry fee for Class 17.
  • Schooling on Friday, November 3rd After 2:00 p.m. or Sunday, November 5th Before 8:30 a.m.
  • Attendees wishing to hunt on Saturday morning may cap

 

Entry Form  Prize List

Date

Nov 05 2023
Expired!

Location

Hunter Hill - Springdale
Category