It’s a two hour drive for me, but their hunter pace was enthusiastically pitched to me over the weekend, along the lines of “If you like hunter pacing and you haven’t been to Sewickely… you’re missing out!” Has anyone done this one? How’s their course design? Also, the prize list says they have an award for “best costumed” – does that mean, like, “doctor, pirate, clown” or does that mean “nicest ratcatcher turnout”? I have a need to know, here. (And yes, I contacted them directly but probably this is not as burning a question for them as it is for me. Still waiting to hear back.) I’ve been to hunter paces by HCIBH, NM-MVH (MD) and RT-BMH (PA), all of which were lovely, welcoming experiences on fun, well-marked courses. If it’s along those lines, we’ll have a great time.
Also, because it’s such a haul, suggestions for an overnight location closer to the event? Our horses are experienced campers and would do well in a small turnout paddock or round pen for the night. Failing that, they also picket to a high line provided we have a place to string it.
