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OP-How friskey are you planning to be when hunting? Are you going to hunt up front and stay out until the hounds come in, or are you going to hilltop for a while, and come in when you’re tired? If you have hip trouble, you may be better off in your own saddle, and plan for a conservative day. If you’re wanting to keep up with first flight, you’re gonna be hurting if you can’t get into two point!
Regardless of what you decide, here’s hoping you have a great time![/QUOTE]
Thanks! 
I’ve never been on a hunt before, never ridden this horse before, so I’m probably going to be much more on the conservative side. Luckily the horse is a stellar Pony Club horse when not hunting, and I have a feeling he will take care of me. First flight, not a chance!
