For many years summertime means time to clear the trails for the Tryon Hounds.

Each year June a August, the Tryon Hounds Trail Committee headed up by Huntsman Jordan Hicks gets to work on cleaning up the trails that are a part of the Tryon Hounds hunt territory. The hearty group of men and women spend long, hot days working with chain saws, bush hogs, and hedge clippers and other equipment, making sure the trail systems are in good condition for the hunt and local trail riders as well.

“We never know from year to year what condition we will find the trails in, said Jordan Hicks, Huntsman for the Tryon Hounds. “ It is a privilege to be able to hunt in this beautiful area and we are grateful to our landowners for allowing us to do so. Keeping the trails clear is just one way we can give back to the landowners and the community,” added Hicks.

So far, this season the Trail Committee has spent all of their time clearing the trails in Gowensville and on the GENT trail system. Next week they will move on to Caroland Farms and Harmon Dairy area.

Tryon Hounds is one of the oldest and most prestigious hunts in the southeast dating back to the 1920s.

In 1935, the Tryon Hounds was recognized by the Masters of Foxhounds Association and today enjoys an active and enthusiastic membership of riding and non-riding members that volunteer countless hours to various community projects.

Foxhunting is the cornerstone of the area’s equestrian heritage and helps to protect the rural charm and rustic beauty of our community while adding directly to the region’s economic impact.

 

– article submitted by
Rebecca Barnes