Visiting and Capping
Hunting Customs and Etiquette
Guests are welcome by arrangement. Capping is the process by which a visitor is given permission to hunt with us for the day, and these are the customs of the field that go with it.
Permission Comes First
Visitors and subscribers' guests are welcome to hunt with the permission of the Masters. Ideally, guests are accompanied by a sponsoring subscriber in good standing who contacts the Masters for permission for their guest to hunt in advance of the meet.
Before the Day
- Reconfirm the time and place of the meet, as changes or cancellations are sometimes made at the last minute.
- Arrange to arrive at least one-half hour before hounds move off.
- On arrival, find the Field Secretary to present your Negative Coggins and sign the required release forms. Continue on to introduce yourself to the Masters.
- Complete the required releases. Juniors need a parent or custodial adult signature.
- For meet details on the day, contact the Hunt Monitor on (843) 608-4868.
Safety
An ASTM-approved helmet is required at all times. The Masters strongly recommend a helmet with a harness, and juniors must wear one with a harness. No stallions are permitted, and personal dogs must be left at home on hunting days.
Capping Fees
- Adult Cap
- $100
- Junior Cap
- $50
These are the amounts on the club's earlier published guest information. Opening and Closing Meets, Hunt Weekend and other special events had separate fees. Ask the Hunt to confirm the current fee when arranging your day.
Paying Your Cap
Capping is settled with the Hunt directly as part of arranging your day. Special meets and events have their own entry arrangements — the Hunter Pace entry does not cover an ordinary hunting day, and a cap does not cover an event entry.