2023 Spring Hunter Pace Season

Hunter paces are a favorite at Spring Gap Farm. We travel to areas in Maryland and Virginia to attend these events. These events usually last just one day and afterwards, we enjoy going to get a bite to eat!

What is a hunter pace?

Hunter paces are low-key competitive riding events that originate from foxhunting. Teams of 2-4 ride together through a marked course that typically covers 4-12 miles. Trail terrain ranges from open country fields, wooded trails, water crossings, road crossings, up hills and down hills with optional jumps spread throughout. Riders walk, trot, canter and gallop to navigate the course. Typically 50-150 riders and their horses show up to ride. 

Prior to the event, the pace time is set by a member of the hunt club or the event organizer, by riding the course at the standard of the various flights.