Opening Hunt, Nov. 5 2005 @ Hunter Grove
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photography by Val Lewis, Christine Timchek & Brent Kleinheksel


Our Hostess and First Field Mattress* Mitzi Davis

Huntsman Kim Sigmon (from left), Whip Sue Charlton and Stacey Carter watch over the hounds before the Blessing of the Hounds


Anne Morgan and Hattie hold hounds for the Blessing

The field gathers for the Blessing of the Hounds


The Rev. Marion Swann explains the history of St. Hubert, patron saint of hunters. Our host Jerry Davis is to the right.

Double-decker Eastons enjoy the day on the Tallyho Wagon.


We had a wagonload of friends in the tallyho wagon.

Jen Kleinheksel and Rebel Good mug for Brent's camera.


Spectators wait patiently to view the hounds.

Come Blow Your Horn: Huntsman Kim Sigmon and Pearl
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*Field Mattress, n. a female field master, whose service is honorary; not to be confused with a field mistress, a paid position. Term first used by YVH's Will McIntyre.