​Bijou Springs Hunt

 Huntsman's Letter

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This has certainly been an interesting Spring, has it not? I must say, our crack staff has performed admirably in my absence, both hunting and exercising hounds as we have negotiated the rollercoaster weather that has become February’s and March's byline. The hounds have risen to the challenge, and been good as gold as they were dealt a hand they were unfamiliar with. As we move into the end of the season, we hope we will not miss any of the good hunting days we have left. We always look forward to the steak fry on the last Wednesday and Closing Hunt. Don't forget about our "Falling Off" Party, and the election of the board that will guide the behind the scenes work of the hunt. I am working on an exercise schedule for this summer, as we speak; so there will be plenty of opportunity to exercise your horse along with the hounds and enjoy the camaraderie of your hunt friends. Speaking of the close of the season, we have several good older hounds who need to retire and enjoy their last years as couch hounds. Three of our good ole' boys deserve to spend their last days as couch potatoes, and I would love to have them adopted by people who love our hounds. If you could provide this service to three outstanding older hounds, please let me know. They will be ready to go home as soon as the season is ended. All are lovely older and quieter fellows. Can you be their retirement home? BTW.......... There is to be a members appreciation trailride and BBQ at the ranch this summer.............and maybe......... a hound race with high bidder owners!!

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       Nancy Mitchell

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Summer Calendar

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June 3 will be the Masters’ Dinner and annual awards. More details in the newsletter. Get this date on your calendar!! We’re hoping to see everyone for this fun evening, with a reasonably priced dinner and those coveted awards. A simple coat and tie are acceptable for men instead of a tux. So, we plan on seeing everyone there!

 

Future events

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Poker Ride and Fundraiser June 25. Sign up NOW! Click here  for entry information.

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Kennel Cleaning July 9

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Member Appreciation July 23 at the Ranch

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Trail Ride Murder Mystery Ride August 27 at Spring Gulch