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SUMMARY:Moore County Hounds: Hunter Pace 2026
DESCRIPTION:Please join Moore County Hounds for the 35th Annual Hunter Pace at the beautiful Walthour Moss Foundation! Whether you’re a Hilltopper looking for a leisurely ride or a Coyote Run participant ready for a full canter\, there is something for every rider. Registration is OPEN for the 2026 MCH Hunter Pace! All disciplines and all tack styles welcome!Dress up in a team costume or your favorite riding clothes. Pick one of the three pace settings offered and set off together for a few miles in the beautiful Walthour-Moss Foundation! Ribbons awarded to the teams who are closest to optimum time. \n\n\n\nWhen: Sunday\, November 15th | 9AM-2PMLocation: Lyells’s Meadow\, 225 Mile Away Lane\, Southern Pines\, NC 28387 \n\n\n\nSchedule8:30AM: Registration9:00AM-11:30AM: The Competition11:30AM-2:00PM: Lunch and Awards Ceremony \n\n\n\nMoore County Hounds – MCH 35th Annual Hunter Pace \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHunter Pace Chair: Ceci Liner ceci.liner@yahoo.com 910-215-4664 \n\n\n\nRiders/SupportersAdult: Adult rider with lunch.Junior: Junior rider under 18 years old with lunch. Must have one adult on a team.Patrons: Two to three riders\, 3 lunches\, preferred start times.Sponsors: Two riders\, 2 lunches preferred start times. \n\n\n\nDivisions-Each division has its own optimum time.Coyote Run: Teams will need to mostly canter\, when safe to do so\, as if following the hounds at Full Cry.Fox Chase: Teams will need to move on at a brisk pace – mostly trot with some canter.Hilltopper: Teams to ride at a moderate pace – mostly trot with some walk. \n\n\n\nEvent DetailsAttire: Comfortable riding clothing; hard hats required for jumping.Age Requirement: Juniors under 18 are welcome\, but each team must include at least one adult.Terrain: Varied\, with excellent footing for all riders.Jumps: Optional jumps available in various sizes.Prizes: Winners will be awarded prizes\, with ribbons for the top six teams in each division.Special InstructionsTeams: If possible\, send your entries as a team and list your team members.Start Times: Teams will be sent out at four-minute intervals\, with Coyote Run teams starting first.Arrival: Please arrive early for registration.Entry Fees: Non-refundable\, but substitutions are permitted.Results: Posted as soon as they are tabulated.Awards: Will be presented at the Lunch following the Pace.
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/moore-county-hounds-hunter-pace-2026/
LOCATION:Lyell’s Meadow\, 225 Mile Away Lane\, Southern Pines\, NC\, 28387\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Equestrian,Fall,Farm Event,Hobby/Enthusiast,Midlife,Nature/Outdoors,Senior,Southern Pines Events,Teen Activities
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SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Day Opening Meet & Blessing of the Hounds 2026
DESCRIPTION:“Every Thanksgiving morning\, a unique and time-honored tradition unfolds in Southern Pines\, North Carolina. The Moore County Hounds invite the public to attend their opening meet for the annual Blessing of the Hounds. This ritual\, dating back to the Middle Ages\, marks the formal launch of the foxhunting season and gathers hounds\, riders\, and over 1\,000 spectators in a celebration of heritage\, sport\, and community.” \n\n\n\nA beloved event and cherished tradition of over 100 years in Southern Pines and the surrounding area\, The Blessing of the Hounds takes place on Thursday\, November 27th. Celebrate Thanksgiving Day by joining in-person for the Blessing of the Hounds and Opening Meet. Hosted by the non-profit Preserve the Sandhills\, it is such a fun way to start the holiday season. The Blessing will promptly commence at 10:00am\, so plan to allocate at least an hour for parking and walking from Lyell’s Meadow to Buchan Field. \n\n\n\nIf you prefer a front tailgate spot\, reach out to Moore County Hounds for more details. Please remember that dogs and pets are not allowed. Moore County Hounds\, one of North Carolina’s oldest recognized packs of foxhounds and one of the last remaining private packs\, welcomes you to this exclusive gathering with a limited number of VIP tailgating spots available. For full details and schedule of events\, follow the event website link provided below.
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/thanksgiving-day-opening-meet-blessing-of-the-hounds-2026/
LOCATION:Cameron’s Meadow-Buchan Field\, 225 Mile Away Farm Lane\, Southern Pines\, NC\, 28387\, United States
CATEGORIES:55 +,Adults,Ceremony,Fall,Family,Historical,Hobby/Enthusiast,Holiday Events,Nature/Outdoors,Pets/Animals,Senior,Social,Southern Pines Events,Thanksgiving
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