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24th May 2022 - Message from Christine McGee
Just to let people know that Billy Moore has passed away. he used to run hounds with the late Jonny Mossop and Tommy Butler our condolences to Bill's family. RIP.
Christine
24th May 2022 - Message from Andy Horn
There will be a Fixture Meeting on Tuesday 7th June at the Brewers Fayre, Cockermouth just off the round about at 7pm. The meeting will look to discuss trails for July.
Any promoter wishing to put trails on in July should attend.
Thanks Andy
18th May 2022 - Message from Christine McGee - Whitehaven Area
Just to let people know that Joyce Woods has sadly passed away. Joyce used to run hounds with her husband David.
They ran a number of good hounds. Our thoughts are with David and his family RIP
Thanks Christine
17th May 2022 - Message from Troy O'Mahony - Irish International Entries
Any one planning to run their hound at the Irish International, to be held on Sunday 29th May could they please let Troy know in advance please.
All Entries need to be in by Sunday 22nd May. Entry is 5 Euros per dog paid on the day.
Anyone wanting more information can contact Troy - tomahony01@gmail.com
Thanks Fiona
16th May 2022 - Update from The Border Association re 5th June Open Jubilee Trials
Admission £5 Prize money for each trail will be as follows - 1st £20 2nd £15 3rd £10 4th £5 5th £5 6th £5
Handmade and embroidered sheets for winners and rosettes for all ticketing hounds
Confirmation that any senior hound who have won a restricted trail last season but have not won an open trail are still eligible to run in our senior maiden trail. If they have won a restricted this season then they are not eligible.
Many Thanks Anna
6th May 2022 - Message from Secretary
In addition to the great work that the Hound Trailing News face book page does to promote Hound Trailing i have had a request from Cumbria Crack to start and spread the word regarding Hound Trailing via this route as well. I have agreed to forward them the results but they would like to share any photos or videos that any one has of the trails. If anyone would like to share these and have them put on Cumbria Crack can you please forward them to the following email address - topdion63@gmail.com. Any additional publicity for Hound Trailing can only be a good thing.
many thanks Fiona
5th May 2022 - Message from the Secretary
Please see message from the Border Area Secretary
Please share the below with all HTA members
Dear member,
The Border Hound Trailing association committee would like to invite you to there Queens Platinum Jubilee celebration hound trail which is been held at Walton Moss on Sunday 5th June 2022.
All trails will be ran under border rules.
11:30 am - Senior Hounds
12:10 pm - Senior Maiden Hounds
1:20 pm- Pups
1:50 pm- Veterans
Entry £3.50 per person, no concessions.
under 18 years free.
Refreshments available
Any queries please contact Anna on
07738828598
2nd May 2022 - HTA May Day Trail winners - Congratulations to them all and all ticket winners.
John Pattinson presents the Lillian Harrison Memorial Trophy to Roy Laidler and Kirkhead Rebel winner of the Senior Hounds at Helton
John Pattinson presents Graeme Little with Huntsman's Quirk winner of the Senior Maiden trail at Helton
Evie Moore with Ned's Gain winner of the Open Pups at Helton
James McClelland and daughter Ava with Huntsman's Rascal winner of the Puppy Maiden trail at Helton
Nicola Cameron with Cautious winner of the Open Restricted trail at Helton.
27th April 2022 - Message from the Secretary
Hello I have been contacted regarding a hound. The owner would like to re home the hound dog born 24th April 2015 father Westgate Kyser and mother Westgate Gypsy.
The dog has an ear mark and is mirco chipped. He also has an English Pointer that he would also like to re home and would prefer if both dogs could be rehomed together as they have been together for a number of years. If anyone can help please contact him direct on 07968623174. I have also put him in touch with Sue Lloyd. The current owner is unable to continue to look after them.
Thanks Fiona
26th April 2022 - Message from South Lakes Area Committee
There will be no catering available at Kirkstone.
Many Thanks
Caroline
14th April 2022 - Message from Whitehaven Area
It is with sadness that Billy (Butt) Butterworth passed away.
Billy was a greater follower of Hound Trailing over many years
Condolences to his family RIP
Christine
9th April 2022 - Message from Whitehaven Chairman
It is with great sadness that we have been informed today of the death of Irene Temple
Irene and her husband Arthur had many good hounds over the years, too many to mention.
Our condolences to her family. RIP
Christine McGee
7th April 2022 - Message from Carlisle and Penrith Area
Please note the change in the slipping time for the trails at Helton on the 23rd April
The Hounds will slip at 4.00pm due to pony trekking at Pooley Bridge
Many Thanks
3rd April 2022 - Message from Andy Horn
Just a reminder to all Area representatives and promoters of trails that there is a follow up Fixture Meeting planned for the 5th April at the Brewers Fare Restaurant at 7.00pm.
Any one planning to promote trails in May needs to attend or discuss their trails with the Area representative prior to this meeting.
The aim of the meeting is to spread the fixtures out and ensure there is a good mix of grades so that everyone gets a chance to run and promote trails.
many thanks
3rd April 2022 - Message from the Executive Committee
All Areas are invite to submit application for the Jubilee Trails which will be held on the 4th June.
All Areas are also asked to submit applications for the International Hound Trails which will be taking place on the 25th June
Applications need to be in by the 30th April, International applications need to be forwarded to Phil Graham Secretary for the International Committee.
Jubilee Applications need to be forwarded to Fiona Dixon Secretary for the HTA.
Many Thanks
3rd April 2022 - Message from Lyn Garrity
Team Competition entries 2022
Mollys Dollys (Thorn Belle, Thorn Rose, Thorn Thunder, Hunters Flame) Molly Burrow
The Searchers (Nashville, Apache, Apache Raider, Companion) Debbie McGee
Hillbilly Moon (Buster Moon, Vinny Moon, Milo Moon, Bobby Moon) Tracey Hill
Tilery Stars (Sir Robert, Sweet Dreams, Sweetheart, Eden Redarna) Malcolm Holmes
Pennine Runners (Cracking Last One Two, Cracking Spirit, Eden Rayna, Eden Romina) Bill Mellon
Mo Jo Do Jo (KJ’s Surprise, Go Go Frankie, Prospect Spring, Overwater Marvin) Keiran Woolaghan
Allsorts (Spring Music, Show Cracker, Show Star, Intensity) Jenny Horn
The Circle (Duchess Ava, Huntsmans Rascal, Crazy, Ned’s Gain) Ava McClellan
Eagle Chicks (Eagle Rock, Eagke Star, Eagle Girl, Eagle Love) Linda Neale
Sarah’s Stars (Charisma, Lady Grace, Clementine, Countess) Carole Jackson
Team Miterdale (Miterdale Shadow, Shade, Dusk, Duchess) Sophie Steele
Miterdales (Miterdale Favour, Loyalty, Honesty, Hawkswood) Katie Steele
Green Flyers (Green Flyer, Kinniside Jacko, Kinniside Dan, Lucky Lottie) Jake & Zach Green
Rangers (Bob, Rex the Rocket, Twilight Mist, Overwater Gemini) Tony Irving
ELO (Fly me to the Moon, Reebok, Young Harry, Eleanor’s Lass) Oliver, Liam & Eleanor Chisholm
Team Whoosh (FP Whoosh, Mo Farren, Bugaboo, Who Gives a Toss) Nicola Napier
Ellie’s Favourites (FP Jog On, Mysteriously, Billy Elliot, Prince) Ellie Napier
Brooke’s Favourites (FP Jiggly Puff, Jiggered, Parma Violet, Joey Elliot) Brooke Butler
Grace’s Team (FP Beep Beep, Lady Ava, LOL, Hooligan) Grace Napier
The Leftovers ( FP Bobbies Boy, Golden Balls, Gooey Louie, Shakalaka) Robyn Napier
Maisys Misfits (High Crag, High Glen, Chapel Stile, Solitaire) Jayne Oldcorn
Dearham Wanderers (Martha, Silver Dancer, Silver Streak, Silver Sparkle) Nicola McMaster
Huntsman’s Pack (Huntsmans Que, Rally, Rebel, Nimrod) Denise Bland
Huntsman’s Lot (Huntsmans Novice, Ruby, Major, Huntsman) Denise Bland
Jenny’s Lot (Jenny’s Quest, Jenny’s Oracle, Huntsmans Querk, Annie May) Jenny Bland
Baz’s Boys (Best Mate, Copperfield, Winterfell, Kirkhead Rebel) Baz Laidler
Bluffers (Strawberry Mick, Biff, SAS, Liz) Les Reid
Mixed Starters (Imagine, Lady Million, Dream Catcher, Shine On) Joy Lister
The A Team (Overwater Louis, Overwater Flash, Ron, Raqs Rex) Ryan Bell
The B Team (Overwater Hunter, Overwater Larry, Overwater Eddie, Lance Butts Betty) Ryan Bell
Good Luck to everyone.
12th March 2022 - Message from Cockermouth and Workington Area Committee
Cockermouth and Workington Area along with Cockermouth Supporters Club, Dearham and Wardall Committees had their presentation night last night and would like to thank all those for attending. Between the different committees they gave away cheques for £900 over the season. £100 to each of the following shows, Cockermouth Show, Buttermere Show, Loweswater Show and Lorton Hound Show. Cockermouth Mountain Rescue and Bridekirk School also received £100 along with Gilcrux Social Fund and Plumbland School. Seaton Rugby Club and Flimby Church also received £50 each. The Committees would like to thank everyone for supporting their trails and they wish everyone success for the coming season.
8th March - Message from Andy Horn - Aspatria and Wigton Area
Please note that the trial trails on the 12th March have now been cancelled and have been moved to the Friday 11th March at 4.00pm. They will be running 12 minutes.
Apologies for any inconvenience.
Andy Horn
6th March - Message from Cockermouth and Workington Area Committee
Just a reminder that it is the Presentation night on Friday 11th March at Hundith Hill 7-7.30pm, 3 course meal, Tickets £20 plus disco. Tickets available from Nicola McMaster and Phil Graham.
AREA TROPHIES:
Senior: Babycham
Maidens: Foxparke Mo Farren
Puppy: Martha
Opposite Sex: Miterdale Dusk
Puppy Maiden: Thorn Pop
Veterans: Silver Dusk
Open Non-Winners: Foxparke Prince
Open Maiden: Foxparke LOL
Open Restricted: Miterdale Favour
Moathill Trophy (Field Trails): (fell) Martha
Elsie and David Harrison Trophy: Thorn Belle
Local Competitions:
Senior (Allport Trophy): Silver Dancer
Maidens (Jennings Trophy): Jubilee
Puppy (J. Casson Memorial Trophy): Martha
Puppy Maiden (F. Kirkbride Memorial Trophy): Swamp Fox
Open Maiden: In The Red
Open Restricted: Bob
Veterans: Silver Dusk
Cockermouth Supporters Group
Senior: Cracking Last One
Puppy: Martha
Open Maiden: In The Red
Open Restricted: Nashville
Jimmy Crone Trophy: Hunter’s Flame
Jackie Hewitson Trophy: Thorn Belle
Michael Renney Memorial Trophy: Huntsman
Eric Walker Trophy: Cautious
Farrel Gorley Memorial Trophy: Thorn Belle
Shindig Cup: Busy Maid
Ike Walker Memorial Trophy (most points in October trails): Babycham
Cash For Points Competition:
Senior: Silver Dusk
Puppy: Thorn Belle
Cockermouth Show Trophies:
Senior: Hunter’s Flame
Maiden: Companion
Puppy: Thorn Belle
Puppy Maiden: Bellrigg
Veteran: Silver Dusk
Dearham Points:
Senior: Babycham
Puppy: Martha
Open Maiden: In The Red
Open Restricted: Miterdale Favour
Wardhall Points:
Senior: Acorn
Puppy: Martha
Many Thanks
5th March 2022 - Message from Andy Horn
Please note message below should have read the 5th March not the 6th March. There is definitely no trial on the 6th March at Cardurnock
Apologies from Andy
4th March 2022 - message from Andy Horn - Aspatria and Wigton Area
Cardurnock 6th March - Andy has confirmed that he has sorted out a quicker access to the slip so people will have plenty of time to get back before the hounds come in.
So there will be no need to use your cars. The next trial trail will be over a longer distance also.
Many Thanks Andy Horn
27th February 2022 - message from Carlisle and Penrith Area
A message from Amy just to remind anyone who wants tickets for the Carlisle and Penrith Area on the 5th March, Penrith Cricket Club needs to get in touch so that numbers can be finalised for catering. Tickets £10
Thanks Amy
26th February 2022 - Message from the Executive Committee
Following the Executive meeting on Friday night, the following was agreed to provide some clarification and advice for hound owners and individual promoters
1. Changes to Maiden rule - any hound qualifying as a maiden at the start of 2022 season will only be allowed to win one maiden trail per maiden grade as per qualification rules.
2. Changes to Restricted rule - any hound that ended the 2021 season as a restricted hound will qualify under the new rule in 2022 to win a total of four restricted races over this season and next season. Wins in open hounds and open pups still apply/count.
3. Changes regarding All To Pay rule - the Executive Committee are recommending that promoters charge from the beginning of the 2022 Championship trails a minimum of £2.50 admission fee for three trails, hound entries will be free including All In trails. All promoters must include in the block advert the admission fee.
March trial trails promoters may continue to charge £1 hound entry fee per dog for all classifications of trial trails as per previous years.
4. Note for promoters - the levey fee for All In trails has been reduced from 60pence to 20 pence to match all other classification of trails.
5. March Trials - just a reminder for promoters that there is a £2 insurance fee for each trial trail held.
6. Fixture Meeting - it was agreed that there would be a fixture meeting each month to discuss proposed trails for the following month. A member for any area planning to have trails the following month would need to attend along with any promoters. The purpose of the meeting is to try and support areas working together to establish a better spread of trails and grades to avoid clashes and to enable a better spread of hounds throughout the season.
Details will follow regarding when the first meeting will take place. This meeting will not replace the requirement of all fixtures to be approved by the local area committee and to follow the requirements for advertising fixtures via the Secretary.
7. May Day trails - Area Committee's are asked to apply to host the May Day Trail nominations to be in by 10th April 2022
8. The Executive will look to have an additional Major Trail to celebrate the Queens Platinum Jubilee on the 4th June 2022 more details to follow.
Many Thanks - Executive Committee
February 6th 2022 - Message from Secretary
The AGM took place today - 68 Adult members and 9 junior members were in attendance
The following Notice of Motions were discussed today at the Annual General Meeting
a. Rule 18.2 – Change to – No Junior member may be sole owner of a hound – Proposed by Executive - Approved
b. Rule 68.3 – Change to – a hound that receives a mark does not have to run the allotted number of times solely in their own area – Proposed by Executive - Approved
c. Rule 60.1 and Rule 60.3 – Change – removal of Whitehaven News and replace insert Webpage – Proposed by Executive - Approved
d. New Rule – No trails to be held on a Friday or a Sunday excluding show trails and traditional sports meetings – Proposed by Darren McMaster and Nicola McMaster
Not Approved - Vote 6 in favour and 27 against 35 abstained
e. Rule 84 – (B and C) – change to – any hound or puppy on winning it’s fourth win in the preceding or current season is no longer eligible to run.
Rule 84 – (F, G, H and N) – change to – one win permitted per season – Proposed by Darren McMaster and Nicola McMaster
Approved - Vote 30 in favour and 10 against 28 abstained
f. New Rule – From the 1st July to the 31st October Monday to Friday ONLY: all hound trail meetings with the first race commencing on or after 4.00pm may only run three races being (A) Senior Hounds and (K) Puppies and one other race of the promoter’s choice – Proposed by Paul Airey and Joanne Hodgson
Not Approved - Vote - 6 in favour and 33 against 29 abstained
g. Rule 60.2 – add during October there should be only two trails Monday to Friday and one trail at the weekend being a Saturday or Sunday – Proposed by Andy Horn and Christopher Henderson
Not Approved - Vote - 0 in favour and 43 against 25 abstained
h. Rule 54.6 – Change to Admission shall be all to pay and entries must be free. Agricultural and horticultural shows and shows with classes for foxhounds from local packs may charge full admission however entries must be free – Proposed by Andy Horn and Christopher Henderson
Approved - Vote - 31 in favour and 13 against 24 abstained
i. Rule 56 – change to – Minimum prize money for hounds to be increased to £35, Senior Maidens to remain at £30, Open puppy to be increased to £30 and all other grades to remain at a minimum of £25 – Proposed by Darren McMaster and Tony Irving
Approved - Vote - 43 in favour and 0 against 25 abstained
Presentation Pictures
Paul Airey thanked Barry Laidler for his service and presented him with a framed photo
Andy Horn, Vice Chairman presents Glenis and Raymond Farren with their Honorary Membership
Andy Horn, Vice Chairman presents Billy Birkett with his Honorary Membership
Paul Airey, Chairman presents the Senior Hound Championship Trophy, James McClelland Collected on behalf of Evie & Jonty Moor and Jack Thompson (Crazy)
Paul Airey, Chairman presents the Open Puppy Championship Trophy to James McClelland (Duchess Ava)
Paul Airey, Chairman presents the runner up trophy for the Senior Hounds to Reg Smith (Acorn)
Paul Airey, Chairman presents the runner up trophy for the Open Puppy Championship to Molly Burrows she also collected the Bert Sowden Trophy and the Tot Kelso Cup (Thorn Belle)
Paul Airey, Chairman presents the Senior Maiden Championship Trophy which was collected by Erin Rawlinson on behalf of Tony Jackson, Ian Rudd and Geoff Higgins (Kinniside Jacko)
Paul Airey, Chairman presents the runner up trophy for the Senior Maiden Championship to Molly Burrows, She also collected the Trophy for Puppy Maiden Championship and Runner up for the Puppy Maiden Championship (Thorn Rose and Thorn Pop and Thorn Crackle)
Paul Airey, Chairman presents the trophy for the Open Maiden Championship to Joy Lister (Imagine)
Paul Airey, Chairman presents the runner up trophy for the Open Maidens to Gracie Napier (Foxparke LOL)
Paul Airey, Chairman presents the Open Restricted Championship trophy to Katie Steel (Miterdale Favour)
Paul Airey, Chairman presents the runner up trophy for the Open Restricted Championship to Lana McGee (Nashville)
Paul Airey, Chairman presents the Open Non-Winner Championship trophy to Ellie Napier ( Foxparke Prince)
Paul Airey, Chairman presents the runner up trophy for the Open Non-Winner Championship to Jenny Horn (Spring Music)
Paul Airey, Chairman presents the Veteran Championship Trophy to Nicola McMaster (Silver Dusk)
Paul Airey, Chairman presents the runner up trophy for the Veteran Championship to Billy Birkett (General James)
Paul Airey, Chairman presents the Phil Potter Trophy for opposite sex to Puppy Champion collected by Lisa Crosby on behalf of Denise Bland (Huntsman's Que)
29th January 2022 - message from Secretary
Following the meeting between Westmorland Area and Ulverston Area it was agreed that the two areas would merge and create a new Area called South Lakes.
A new Committee was formed last night and the new officials for the committee were elected.
Russel Dawson will be the new Chairman, Louise Ponder will be the Vice Chairman, Donna Bingham will be the Treasurer.
We wish the new Area committee success for the coming years.
Many Thanks Fiona
27th January 2022 - Message from Paul Airey and Andy Horn
As part of securing permission both Paul and Andy met with Natural England and have received the following response.
Thanks Paul and Andy
25th January 2022 - Message from Secretary
All Ulverston and Westmorland members please don't forget about the meeting to be held on Friday 28th January regarding the merging of the two areas.
Meeting taking place at Kendal Cricket Club 7.30pm. All Westmorland and Ulverston members welcome.
The new Area Committee will be selected along with a new name for the new joint area.
Also if anyone across the Association knows any business etc that would like to place an advert in the 2022 annual can they please get in touch with me.
I can supply list of charges depending on size of advert.
Many Thanks Fiona
24th January 2022 - message from Andy Horn
Trial Trails And Presentation Day
Thursday 10th February Oulton 4pm through the wood
Saturday 12th February Oulton 1pm through the wood, DP, BP, Seniors 1 and Seniors 2, Prize for the winner of each trial.
This above is our presentation day trial with food and drinks to follow at Wigton Bowling Club.
£5 per person (under 16's free) to include;
Hound entries
Pie, peas, gravy, buffet and cakes
Quiz with prizes
Kids activities for our junior members
Those unable to attend the presentation can run on the day @ £1 per hound however the support of the presentation would be greatly appreciated.
Closing date for tickets for the presentation will be Monday 7th February so we can order the correct amount of food.
Many Thanks
Aspatria & Wigton Area Committee
16th January 2022 - Message from Ulverston and Westmorland Area
Following the Area AGMs back in November it was agreed by both the Ulverston and the Westmorland Area that they would join and become one Area.
These requests from each of the Area's were discussed by the Executive Committee following the December Meeting and it was agreed by the Executive Committee to support the requests.
Therefore there will be a meeting on the 28th January at the Kendal Cricket Club at 7.30.
All members of the Ulverston and Westmorland Area are welcome to attend.
The main purpose of the meeting is to agree the new joint Area Committee officials and members of the Area Committee and to agree the new name of the joint area.
Thanks Louise and Russell.
14th January 2022 - Message from Carlisle and Penrith Area
Please note that Carlisle and Penrith Area will be having their presentation night on Saturday 5th March 2022.
It will take place at Penrith Cricket Club, anyone wishing to attend can you contact Amy for tickets on 07709120662.
Tickets are £10, buffet with puddings by Theresa Lancaster, disco by Maddison Entertainments.
Many thanks
10th January 2022 - Message from Cockermouth and Workington Area + Supporters Committees
The presentation evening will take place on the 11th March at 7.30pm at the Hundith Hill, Cockermouth.
Anyone wanting tickets can they please contact Nicola McMaster or Phil Graham
Many Thanks
Fiona
7th January 2022 - Message from the Secretary
Please note that the Puppy Registrations for 2022 are now available on the Season Tab. If you are unable to see them then you will need to refresh your page by clearing the history.
Many Thanks
Fiona
2nd January 2022 - Message from Secretary
Re 2020 Championship Trophies - would it be possible for all those who were presented with trophies last year to arrange for them to be given back to Phil Graham please.
Phil's phone number is 07881575986 can you let Phil know if you are planning to give the trophy to someone else to hand back so that we can keep track of where the cups are please.
Could this be done as soon as possible please in advance of February 6th 2022 when they will need to be presented to the new winners at the AGM.
Many Thanks Fiona
29th December 2021 - Message from Andy Horn
Aspatria & Wigton Area 2021 Presentation
We will be holding our presentation for 2021 on the 12th February, we will be holding a practice trial at 13:00 Oulton, then we move on to Wigton Bowling Club for the presentation.
£5 per person (under 16's free) to include;
Practice trial at Oulton, DP, BP and Seniors
Pie, peas, gravy, buffet and cakes
Quiz with prizes
Kids activities for our junior members
Auction for Lakeland Trailhound welfare
Presentation of trophies
Points Winners
Local Hound - Hunter's Flame
Local Senior Maiden - Thorn Rose
Local Puppy - Thorn Belle
Local Puppy Maiden - Thorn Pop
Open Non-Winners - Tie - Intensity and Thorn Crackle - Laurie Hill Memorial Trophy
Open Maidens - Thorn Fire - Tommy Thompson Memorial Cup
Open Restricted - Showbiz - Brian Atkinson Challenge Trophy
Oulton/Kirkbride
Senior Hound - Acorn
Puppy - Thorn Belle
Open Maidens - Thorn Fire
Open Restricted - Cracking Spirit
Geordie Simpson Cup - Thorn Rose (Senior Maiden Winner - Stockdale)
John Dixon Cup - tie - Acorn and Thorn Belle (most points at Oulton)
Bobby Simpson Shield - Thorn Rose (most maiden points in A&W Area)
Outside Area Cup - tie - Liz and Huntsman's Quantum (most points at A&W trails excluding Cumrew trails)
Trial trails at Oulton are strictly ticket only.
Please contact Andy Horn on 07484 808040 to book your tickets, for catering purposes the closing date for tickets will be Friday 4th February.
All proceeds will go to the Aspatria & Wigton Area except the Auction
Many Thanks
Andy
21st December 2021 - Message from Andy Horn
Trial trails planned for the following dates:
Friday 31st December 11am 2021 - Cardurnock Post Code - CA7 5AQ
Sunday 9th January 11am 2022 - Cardurnock Post Code - CA7 5AQ (Please note change of date from the 3rd of Jan to 9th Jan to avoid clashing with trial trails at Oulton)
All welcome
Happy Xmas to everyone.
Andy Horn
14th December 2021 - Message from John Bromage
For all those who have paid their fees I will send out your receipts when I post out the balance sheet for the February AGM meeting.
Hope this is OK with everyone. If anyone has any questions just get in touch.
Thanks John
13th December 2021 - Message from Andy Horn
Hello please find the link to the Demonstration Hound Trail held at Carlisle races on Sunday 12th December.
Thanks to all those who ran their hounds and helped collect after the demonstration hound trail. It was a great spectacle.
Those that helped collect donations raised £650. £400 will be donated to Air Ambulance and £250 will go the Lakeland Trail hound Welfare.
I hope everyone enjoys the video.
Demonstration Hound Trail - Carlisle Races 12th Dec 2021
12th December 2021 - Message from Secretary
Following the Area Annual meeting held today Barry Laidler stepped down as Chairman. Barry had held the post for twelve years.
The Executive Committee would like to thank Barry for all his hard work over the years and to recognise this there will be a formal presentation at the February AGM.
As a result of Barry stepping down an election took place for a new Chairman. I can now confirm that Paul Airey was elected as the new Chairman.
Andy Horn was elected as the new Vice Chairman.
I would like to congratulate both Paul and Andy in their new roles.
Thanks Fiona
7th December 2021 - Message from Secretary
At Stud - Best Mate ( Cartier - Meadow Dixie) any one with a bitch and interested ring telephone - 01539445200
Thanks Fiona
7th December 2021 - Message from Secretary
Just a reminder that it is the December meeting on Sunday 12th December at the Cons Club, Keswick at 1.30pm.
This meeting is for all area committee members to attend and review Notices of Motion and Discuss any recommendations.
The Chairman and Vice Chairman are also up for re-election.
Also a reminder for everyone to get their Puppy Registration forms in to John Bromage before the end of December 31st.
Also if anyone has a Stud Dog, this can be advertised on the webpage, so far we only have three Bitches which have been lined this year.
Thanks Fiona
7th December 2021 - Message from Andy Horn, Aspatria and Wigton Area
Aspatria & Wigton Area Presentation Day
We will this year be holding our presentation on the 12th February at 1pm, we will be holding a practice trial at Oulton then on to Aikton Village hall for food,
drinks and the presentation, there will also be a quiz, prize draw and special prizes for the first 3 hounds in the practice trials, more info on ticket prices and
how to book your ticket nearer the time.
Thanks Andy
2nd December 2021 - Message from Christine McGee
Just to let people know that Tom Kitchen has died. He and Susan had many a good hound.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Susan and family.
Thanks Christine
1st December 2021 - Message from Andy Horn
This is the link that will take you to the short video that was made at the Cumrew trails this year which accompanied the program that was featured on BBC Radio Cumbria.
Many thanks
1st December 2021 - Message from Carlisle and Penrith Area
Please note that Carlisle and Penrith Area will be having their presentation night on Saturday 5th March 2022.
It will take place at Penrith Cricket Club, anyone wishing to attend can you contact Amy for tickets on 07709120662.
Many thanks
29th November 2021 - message from Andy Horn
There will be a demonstration hound trail held before racing on the 12th December at Carlisle Race course.
Open to all with a maximum of 16 hounds on a first come first served basis. Owners and 1 guest will get free entry
to the races and we ask for assistance with a bucket collection in aid of the Air Ambulance and Hound Trailing Charities.
Those who would like to attend and run their hounds and assist in the day's proceedings are asked to contact Andy Horn to book their place.
This is a great spectacle to promote our sport and has always been well received by the general public.
Thanks Andy
28th November 2021 - Message from Secretary
Just to let people know that BBC Radio Cumbria are doing a programme on hound trailing on Tuesday 30th November any time from 7.50am onwards (please note change in time) on the breakfast programme with Mike Keller. There will be a longer piece at 10.30am also.
There will also be a further video going up on the BBC face book page and on Twitter. Andrew Carter who compiled the programme would like to thank all those who contributed to this.
I believe some of the programme was shot at the Cumrew trails. Andrew is hoping to do some further work next year to further promote hound trailing.
Many thanks Fiona
17th November 2021 - Message from Secretary
For the attention of all Area Committee members the December meeting will take place on the 12th December The Cons Club at Keswick - 1.30pm.
All Notice of Motion and Recommendations will be reviewed as part of the agenda..
Thanks Fiona
C&P Area Trophy Winners 2021
Open Senior: Reebok
Open Puppy: Huntsman’s Que
Open O.R: Spring Music
Local Senior most points in HTA: Cracking Last One
Local Puppy most points in HTA: Sir Robert
Local Senior Maiden: Eagle Star
Local Puppy Maiden: Eden Romina
Local Open Restricted: Huntsman
Local Open Maiden: Eden Romina
Local Open Non Winner: Spring Music
Local Veteran: Meadow Josie
Shap & Helton Top Open Kennel: Denise Bland
Shap Top Local Kennel: tie between Mark & Linda’s ‘Eagle’ kennel and Malcolm & Ann Holmes’ kennel
Crown Prince Trophy (Helton Points): Reebok
J&C Crone Trophy (Calebreak & Fellside Points): Martha
Carol McGoldrick Trophy (Helton Senior Maiden Points): tie between Eleanor’s Lass & Thorn Rose
Michael Wilding Trophy (Helton ONW Points): Thorn Crackle
1941 Cup (Area Hound or Puppy with most points in lower grade trails): Huntsman
Thanks Amy.
12th November 2021 - Message from Cockermouth and Workington Area
AREA TROPHIES:
Senior: Babycham
Maidens: Foxparke Mo Farren
Puppy: Martha
Opposite Sex: Miterdale Dusk
Puppy Maiden: Thorn Pop
Veterans: Silver Dusk
Open Non-Winners: Foxparke Prince
Open Maiden: Foxparke LOL
Open Restricted: Miterdale Favour
Moathill Trophy (Field Trails): (fell) Martha
Elsie and David Harrison Trophy: Thorn Belle
Local Competitions:
Senior (Allport Trophy): Silver Dancer
Maidens (Jennings Trophy): Jubilee
Puppy (J. Casson Memorial Trophy): Martha
Puppy Maiden (F. Kirkbride Memorial Trophy): Swamp Fox
Open Maiden: In The Red
Open Restricted: Bob
Veterans: Silver Dusk
Cockermouth Supporters Group
Senior: Cracking Last One
Puppy: Martha
Open Maiden: In The Red
Open Restricted: Nashville
Jimmy Crone Trophy: Hunter’s Flame
Jackie Hewitson Trophy: Thorn Belle
Michael Renney Memorial Trophy: Huntsman
Eric Walker Trophy: Cautious
Farrel Gorley Memorial Trophy: Thorn Belle
Shindig Cup: Busy Maid
Ike Walker Memorial Trophy (most points in October trails): Babycham
Cash For Points Competition:
Senior: Silver Dusk
Puppy: Thorn Belle
Cockermouth Show Trophies:
Senior: Hunter’s Flame
Maiden: Companion
Puppy: Thorn Belle
Puppy Maiden: Bellrigg
Veteran: Silver Dusk
Dearham Points:
Senior: Babycham
Puppy: Martha
Open Maiden: In The Red
Open Restricted: Miterdale Favour
Wardhall Points:
Senior: Acorn
Puppy: Martha
Many Thanks Nicola
4th November 2021 - message from Secretary
I have been informed today of the passing of Peter Wilson who died at his home in Devon. In 1997, Peter Wilson started the Lakeland Trail hound Trust from his home in Bewaldeth to promote trail hounds as pets and find homes for them when they retired from racing in the Lake District. He retired in 2007 and moved down to Devon to live, the Lakeland Trail hound Welfare Trust continues and still rehomes dogs, with some lovely stories of hounds finding new loving families in retirement.
Our thoughts and our condolences go to his family and friends at this sad time.
Thanks Fiona
2nd November 2021 - message from Whitehaven Area
Whitehaven's presentation night will take place on the 12th November at 7-7.30pm at Egremont Catholic Club. It will be a Pie and Pea supper.
Entertainment provided. This years and last years winners to be presented. Please can you let Christine know if
you are planning to attend as she needs numbers for the pie's
Whitehaven Chairman - Christine McGee
1st November 2021 - Message from Secretary
Points table for 2021 have now been updated and are available on the Season Tab.
Congratulations to all winners and runner-ups for 2021.
Reminder of Area Annual General meeting dates and times:
Whitehaven Area Annual General Meeting - 1st November, 7.00pm at Egremont Catholic Men's Club, St Bridget's Lane, Egremont CA22 2BD
Cockermouth and Workington Area Annual General Meeting - 2nd November, 7.00pm at Seaton Rugby Club, Station Yard, Seaton, Workington CA14 1NP
Aspatria and Wigton Area Annual General Meeting - 3rd November, 7.00pm at Greenhill Hotel, Red Dial, Wigton, CA7 8LS
Westmorland Area Annual General Meeting - 11th November, 7.00pm at Kendal Cricket Club, 28-30 Shap Road, Kendal, LA9 6BZ
Ulverston Area Annual General Meeting - 10th November, 7.00pm at The Keg and Kitchen, Palace Buildings, Main Street, Grange Over Sands, LA11 6AB
Carlisle and Penrith Area Annual General Meeting - 12th November, 7.15pm at The Globe Inn, Calthwaite, Penrith, CA11 9QT (note change of start time)
Keswick Area Annual General Meeting - 15th November at 7.30pm, Conservative Club, Keswick (note change of date)
Thanks Fiona
1st November 2021 - message from Cockermouth and Workington Area
Result of Ike Waker Points - 1st Babycham 2nd Jue's Pride 3rd Cracking Last One Two - well done to all and thank you for supporting the trails
Top Tipster over Millstone Moor Trails - Laura Steel
Top Team Tipster on the Day - joint winners - Margaret Pattinson and Stephen Irving
29th October 2021 - message from secretary
Carlisle and Penrith Area Annual General meeting commences at 7.15pm and not 7.00pm as indicated previously.
Thanks Fiona
28th October 2021 - Message from secretary
Updated points tables are now on the Season tab as of today, as they have been since June, apologies if people have been unaware of this but regular notices have been posted on the news page letting people know when they have been update.
Although we still have one trail to go before the season closes, the Senior Hounds and the Puppy Championships have already been decided with impressive performances from Crazy and Duchess Ava, Congratulations to both parties and to the runners up Acorn and Thorn Belle.
Congratulations go to the winners and runners up of the Senior Maiden Championship, Kinniside Jacko, the Open Maiden Championship, Imagine, the Open Non-Winner Championship Foxparke Prince and the Open Restricted Championship, Miterdale Favour all of which have now also been decided.
Competitions still to run for include the Puppy Maiden Championship where Thorn Crackle and Thorn Pop both have a chance of winning and the Veteran Championship where there are still three hounds running for the final places which include Silver Dusk, General James and Miterdale Steel all of whom have ran well throughout the season.
28th October 2021 - Message from Cockermouth and Workington Area
Ike Walker points so far with one trail left to decide the final three places.
25th October 2021 - message from Secretary
Please note that the trails on Thursday at Stockdale have been cancelled
thanks Fiona
24th October 2021 - Message from Whitehaven Area
It is with great sadness to announce the death of Dot Graffin from Frizington. Dot and her late husband Frank had hound dogs for a good many years
running them with their family Frankie, Iris, Norah and Colin. One of their best hounds was Triple Crown. Condolences to the family.
Christine - Area Chairperson
24th October 2021 - Message from Cockermouth and Workington Area Committee
Ike Walker points as of the 24th October 2021
24th October 2021 - Message from Secretary
Just to let people know that there will be no Shepperd's Meets this year.
Also the points tables have been updated as of the 24th October and are situated on the Season tab
Thanks Fiona
23rd October 2021 - Message from Keswick Area
The Area Annual General meeting will take place on the 14th November at the Conservative Club, Keswick at 7.30pm all Keswick Members welcome.
Thanks Spike
20th October 2021 - Message from Whitehaven Area
Whitehaven Area are looking for the following Trophies which have not been handed back they are the Eddie Brennan Trophy and the Craig Passion Memorial Trophy.
Could everyone have a check to see if they have these trophies and could they return them to Christine McGee please.
thanks Christine
15th October 2021 - message from Secretary
Please note dates, times and locations of each of the Area Annual General Meetings please share will all members and please attend your local meeting.
Whitehaven Area Annual General Meeting - 1st November, 7.00pm at Egremont Catholic Men's Club, St Bridget's Lane, Egremont CA22 2BD
Cockermouth and Workington Area Annual General Meeting - 2nd November, 7.00pm at Seaton Rugby Club, Station Yard, Seaton, Workington CA14 1NP
Aspatria and Wigton Area Annual General Meeting - 3rd November, 7.00pm at Greenhill Hotel, Red Dial, Wigton, CA7 8LS
Westmorland Area Annual General Meeting - 11th November, 7.00pm at Kendal Cricket Club, 28-30 Shap Road, Kendal, LA9 6BZ
Ulverston Area Annual General Meeting - 10th November, 7.00pm at The Keg and Kitchen, Palace Buildings, Main Street, Grange Over Sands, LA11 6AB
Carlisle and Penrith Area Annual General Meeting - 12th November, 7.00pm at The Globe Inn, Calthwaite, Penrith, CA11 9QT
Keswick Area Annual General Meeting - 14th November at 7.30pm, Conservative Club, Keswick.
All Notices of Motion for consideration by the Area Committee need to be with the Secretary in writing at least three days before the Area Annual General meeting.
Any Notices of Motion duly proposed need to be seconded and signed by members eligible under clause 22. If agreed at the Area Annual General meeting they will go straight to the HTA Annual General Meeting the following February.
(Notices of Motion are where members wish to change a particular rule, the Notice of Motion has to be presented to the area membership and voted on at the Area Annual Meeting.
If the Notice of Motion is changed in anyway at the Area Annual meeting or if any further rule changes are discussed and recommended then these will then be presented to the Executive December Meeting who may decide to amend or reject them. Therefore it is important that members attend the Area Annual meetings and use this opportunity to have your say.
Thanks Fiona
14th October 2021- message from Secretary
Please note correction to Post Code for Cumrew it should have read CA8 9DH
thanks Fiona
12th October 2021 - message from Cockermouth and Workington Area
Leading up to the end of the season Cockermouth and Workington Area are holding a number of extra competitions.
1. Top tipster over the four Millstone Moor Trails - picking four dogs from any grades, £1 entry and prize money would be £20 plus all of the entry money.
Entries to be given to Margaret Pattinson on Saturday 16th October at Millstone Moor.
2. Team Competition - picking four dogs on the last day - winner with the most points takes home prize of £30
3. Last dog to finish in each race on the 31st October at Millstone Moor will receive a bag of doggie treats and the owner will get a bar of Chocolate
4. Joanna and Caroline will be entertaining the juniors with various Halloween themed competitions sponsored by Cockermouth and Workington Area
thanks Fiona
12th October 2021 - message from Whitehaven Area
Whitehaven Area Points
Hounds - Crazy
Maidens - Kinniside Jacko
Pups - Duchess Ava
Puppy Maidens - Huntsman's Quirk
Open Maidens - Companion
Open Non-Winners - Tingle Creek
Open Restricted - Foxparke Jiggley Puff and Jenny's Oracle
Veterans - Miterdale Steel
Three Shows Points
Hounds - Miterdale Duchess
Pups - Kirkhead Rebel
Cold Fell Points
Hounds - Crazy
Pups - Duchess Ava
Alan Pugh Trophy - Prospect Spring
Hound with most points - Crazy
Thanks Christine
12th October 2021 - Message from Secretary
Championship tables have been updated as of the 11th October and are available on the season tab
Thanks Fiona
11th October 2021 - message from Secretary.
Just to let people know there will be a book maker at Wythop trails tomorrow.
Thanks Fiona
9th October 2021 - Message from Cockermouth and Workington Area
Following the trails on Thursday at Seaton we received a number of complaints from the local residents regarding dogs cleaning and owners not picking up after their hounds.
Could we please ask that on Thursday 14th October dog owners please pick up after their dogs have cleaned. Bags will be provided on the field.
If we are not able to facilitate this then the farmer has said that there will be no more trails so please can you make sure you pick up after your hounds.
Just a reminder about the Ike Walker Trophy - this is for the most points won at Cockermouth and Workington Trails in October. Prize money - 1st - £30, 2nd - £20, 3rd - £10
Cash For Points up to 7th October
Hounds
Silver Dusk - 26
Hunter's Flame - 19
Blue Diamond - 18
Miterdale Favour - 16
Companion - 16
Pups
Thorn Belle - 26
Martha - 25
Thorn Snap - 20
Miterdale Dusk - 20
Four trails left for Cash For Points - Dearham 10th October, Wythop 12th October, Buttermere 24th October, Millstone Moor 31st October.
Cockermouth Area points up to and including the 7th October
Hounds
Acorn - 65
Hunter's Flame - 42
Babycham - 38
Maidens
Kinniside Dan - 15
Kinniside Jacko - 8
Foxparke Mo Farren - 8
Pups
Martha - 87
Thorn Belle - 66
Puppy Maidens
Thorn Snap - 12 (finished)
Rock On Tommy - 10
Bellrigg - 8
Summer Spirit - 7
Open Maiden
Foxparke LOL - 24
In The Red - 20
Open Restricted
Miterdale Favour - 26
Bob - 17
Silver Dusk - 15
Open Non-Winners
Maggie - 9
Somelad - 5
Veterans
Silver Dusk - 38
General James - 29
Dearham Points
Hounds
Babycham - 12
Silver Dancer - 6
Pups
Miterdale Dusk - 18
Martha - 15
Wishfull Thinking - 15
Open Maiden
Winner - In The Red
Open Restricted
Mystery Bound - 6
Miterdale Favour - 5
Thanks Fiona
8th October 2021 - Message form Secretary
All forms required for 2022 are now available direct from the webpage. They are situated on the main page just under the Covid 19 Rules. Just click on the blue link and the document should appear.
If people cannot see them on their device then they may need to clear the browsing history and they should appear.
If people are unable to print these forms off then they will still be available from either myself or John Bromage.
Registration forms are now available from Margaret Pattinson at any of the Cockermouth and Workington trails
I will also have all forms with me at each of the Area Annual General Meetings, details of which will follow shortly
Registration Forms
Kennel Forms
Nomination Forms both adult and Junior
Results and Return Forms
Many Thanks Fiona
8th October 2021 - Message from Carlisle and Penrith Area
Listed below are the Carlisle and Penrith Local Area points as of the 7th October 2021
Local Senior - Cracking Last One - 108, Huntsman's Novice - 77
Local Puppy - Sir Robert - 63, Eden Rayna - 51
Local Senior Maiden - Meadow Spot - 17, Eagle Star - 12, Fly Me To The Moon - 7
Local Puppy Maiden - Eden Romina - 12, Summer Spirit - 8, Eagle Water - 5
Local Open Restricted - Huntsman - 48, Cracking Spirit - 21, Spring Music - 18
Local Veteran - Meadow Josie - 9, Sultan - 6, Standby - 3
Local Open Maiden - Meadow Spot - 18, Eden Romina - 17, Meadow Josie - 16, Fly Me To The Moon - 13
Local Open Non Winner - Spring Music - 20, Cannot be caught
Thanks Amy
7th October 2021 - Message from Ulverston Area
Please find the points competition results for the Ulverston area below
Open Senior Hound - Crazy
Area Senior Hound - Lady Bird
Open Pup - Duchess Ava
Area Pup - Kirkhead Rebel
Open Non Winner - Black Eye Mist
Open Maiden - Lady Bird
Open Restricted - Showbiz
Veteran - Silver Dusk
Show Trophy - Duchess Ava
Dot & Ronnie Cup - 3 Way Tie - Hawkswood, Miterdale Dusk, Kirkhead Rebel
Norma McClean Trophy - Roy Laidler
Thanks Louise
5th October 2021 - Message from Carlisle and Penrith Area
With only three trails left counting to C&P area points the open competition points standing are:
Hounds - Reebok - 27 points, Acorn - 21 points, Apache - 20 points
Pups - Thorn Belle and Huntsman's Que - 30 points, Martha - 22 points, Wishful Thinking - 20 points
Open Restricted - Huntsman - 17 points, Eagle Rock - 15 points, Wild Gypsy - 14 points, Miterdale Favour, Prospect Spring, Shiraz and Canny Style are all on 12 points
Local Points competitions to follow later in the week.
Thanks Amy
3rd October 2021 - Message from Secretary
Points tables have been updated as of the 3rd October and can be viewed on the Season Tab.
Pat Black and Lisa Crosby were winners of the competition in the 2021 Annual and received a prize of twenty pounds, well done to both for identifying the hounds.
1. Wild Gypsy
2. Jenny's Breeze
3.Huntsman's Nimrod
4. Foxparke Golden Balls
5. Miss Ava
6. Cracking Last One Two
7. Copperfield
8. Bretton
Thanks Fiona
30th September 2021 - Message from Keswick Area Committee
Following discussion with the Chairman unfortunately due to the weather conditions the HTA trails on Saturday 2nd October have been CANCELLED for now.
thanks
Keswick Area
28th September 2021 - Message from Secretary
Updated Championship points have been added to the season page as of the 26th September 2021.
Thanks Fiona
27th September 2021 - Message from Whitehaven Area Chair person
It is with great sadness that Maurice Bewley passed away yesterday. Maurice was the Chairman of Whitehaven Area Committee and a member of the area committee for many years,
he was also a member of the Low Place Committee and the Cold Fell Committee and was a great help in keeping venues going with his links to the farming community which he built up over the years.
He will be greatly missed by all, condolences to his family at this sad time.
Christine McGee
27th September 2021 - Message from Cockermouth and Workington Area
Just a reminder of the Ike Walker memorial trophy which is issues for the most points won in the Cockermouth and Workington Area during the last month.
There is also a cash prize.
Thanks Fiona
21st September 2021 - Message from Westmorland Area
There will be catering in attendance at Dubbs Lane on the 4th October
Thanks
19th September 2021 - Presentation of the 2020 Trophy winners
The Executive Committee would like to take this opportunity to thank Phil Graham for arranging the presentation, it was much appreciated.
We would also like to thank Christine McGee for presenting the trophies on the day.
Congratulations go to all the winners and runner ups.
Pictured below are Sophie Steel one of the owners of Miterdale Shadow which won the Senior Championship in 2020, along with John Pattinson
one of the owners of Cracking Last One Two which won the Puppy Championship in 2020.
Anyone who would like a copy of any of the photosta taken at the presentation if they supply an email address Fiona will kindly send them copies through.
Many thanks Barry
17th September 2021 - Message from Barry Laidler
Any one attending the presentation on Sunday at Hundith Hill and who will be travelling through the lakes should be aware that there is a cycle event on, the Fred Whitton Cycle Race
so it may be extra busy so you may need to set off earlier than usual to get there for 1.30pm.
Thanks Barry
15th September 2021 - Message from Carlisle and Penrith Area
Just to notify everyone that there will be no catering at Fellside this week so you will need to take your own refreshments.
Thanks Carlisle and Penrith Area
14th September 2021 - Message from the Secretary
1. Points tables have been updated and are situated on the Season page of the webpage. If they dont appear then you will need to clear you browsing history on your device.
2. Just a reminder to all promoters re rule 60.2 which states that all October trails need to be advertised no later than the last Thursday in September which this year is the 30th September.
3. Can all Area Chairpersons please confirm the date for their respective Area Annual General Meetings please as soon as possible so that they can be advertised for the attention of all members.
4. All Notices of Motion for consideration by the Area Committee need to be with the Secretary in writing at least three days before the Area Annual General meeting. Any Notices of Motion duly proposed need to be seconded and signed by members eligible under clause 22. If agreed at the Area Annual General meeting they will go straight to the HTA Annual General Meeting the following February.
(Notices of Motion are where members wish to change a particular rule, the Notice of Motion has to be presented to the area membership and voted on at the Area Annual Meeting.
If the Notice of Motion is changed in anyway at the Area Annual meeting or if any further rule changes are discussed and recommended then these will then be presented to the Executive December Meeting who may decide to amend or reject them. Therefore it is important that members attend the Area Annual meetings and use this opportunity to have your say.
Thanks Fiona
12th September 2021 - Message from Carlisle and Penrith Area
Carlisle and Penrith Area would like to thank Lee Wall and Brian Graham for stepping in to walk the old dog trail and the pup trail respectively at Shap today.
(shown round by Oliver) after Duncan injured his ankle and couldn't walk the trail. Big thank you to them all Oliver, Lee and Brian.
Thanks
Carlisle and Penrith Area
6th September 2021 - Message from Carlisle and Penrith Area
Unfortunately there will be no catering at the trails on Sunday 12th September at Shap.
Please be advised to bring your own refreshments.
Thanks
3rd September 2021 - Message from Whitehaven Area
It is all to pay tomorrow at the Eskdale and Ennerdale Foxhound Show, £3.00. Entries will be free.
3rd September 2021 - Message re 2020 Presentation of Trophies
The Annual Presentation for 2020 trophies will take place on the 19th September at 1.30pm at Hundith Hill.
All welcome plus family and friends.
The following hounds will be receiving an award.
Congratulations to the following:
Senior Champion –Miterdale Shadow - A., S.R., S., K. & A. Steele – Whitehaven Area
Runner-Up – Huntsman’s Nimrod – D. Bland – Keswick Area
Puppy Champion - Cracking Last One Two - W. & P. Mellon, J. Pattinson, R. & T. Airey – Carlisle and Penrith Area
Runner-Up –Young Harry - B. Graham & O. Chisholm – Keswick Area
Senior Maiden Champion –Blue Bolt - J. Fearon & B. Rowlandson – Whitehaven Area
Runner-Up –Foxparke Parma Violet - R., E., G & N. Napier & G. & R. Farren – Whitehaven Area
Puppy Maiden Champion - Thorn Rose - M.& M. Burrow & C. Graham – Aspatria and Wigton Area
Runner-Up - TIE – Huntsman’s Prince - B. & D. Bland – Keswick Area, Imagine - J. Lister – Aspatria and Wigton Area and Fly Me To The Moon - D., A., O., L & E. Chisholm – Carlisle and Penrith Area
Open Maiden Champion – Oakbank Izzy - J. & A. Steel and A. Wilson – Westmorland Area
Runner-Up - Foxparke Parma Violet - R., E., G & N. Napier & G. & R. Farren – Whitehaven Area
Open Restricted Champion – Showbiz – A. Horn – Aspatria and Wigton Area
Runner-Up – Hunter’s Flame – C. Graham & D. Reay – Aspatria and Wigton Area
Open Non-Winner Champion – TIE - Thorn Rose - M.& M. Burrow & C. Graham – Aspatria and Wigton Area and Foxparke Just Got It - R., E., G & N. Napier – Whitehaven Area
Veteran Champion –Thorn Fire - J. & C. Satterthwaite & M. Burrow - Aspatria and Wigton Area
Runner-Up – Thorn Dancer – M. Burrow, J. & C. Satterthwaite, R. Bell – Aspatria and Wigton
Puppy with Most Tickets - Silver Dancer - D. McMaster, A. Skelton & S. Wilson - Cockermouth and Workington Area
Bert Sowden Cup – (most points in tables) – Silver Dancer - D. McMaster, A. Skelton & S. Wilson -Cockermouth and Workington Area
Tot Kelso Cup – (most points in major HTA trails) – TIE – Blue Blaze - J. Fearon & B. & E. Rowlandson - Whitehaven Area and Waite and See – K. Lynch., D. Studholme & D. McMaster – Cockermouth and Workington Area
Philip Potter Cup – (opposite sex to Puppy Champion) - Young Harry - B. Graham & O. Chisholm - Keswick Area
Plus winners of the Major HTA trails held in 2020
Bitch Produce - Helton - 19th September
Hounds - Huntsman’s Nimrod
Maidens - Blue Blaze
Bitch Produce - Lady Ava
Open Pups - Biff
Open Restricted - Canny Mover
Dog Produce - Ponsonby - 22nd August
Hounds - Best Mate
Maidens - Overwater Gemini
Dog Produce - Kirkland - 31st August
Premier Trails - 8th August
Hounds - Miterdale Shadow
Maidens - Cracking Spirit
Pups - Wait and See
Puppy Maiden - Bretton
Open Restricted - Kinniside Mick
Veteran - Thorn Fire
October Trails - 3rd October
Hounds - Huntsman’s Major
Maidens - Monsoon
Pups - McBeth
Puppy Maiden - Canny Style
Plus Junior Club Winners
Many Thanks
1st September 2021 - Message from Chairman Ulverston Area
Just a reminder for those who are planning on attending the trails at Lowick tonight that the farmer has asked that dog owners pick up after their hounds.
This would be much appreciated
Thanks Louise
30th August 2021 - Message from Carlisle and Penrith Area
There will be no catering available on the 4th September so could people bring their own drinks and food
Thanks
27th August 2021 - Message from Secretary
List of Championship points are on the Season Tab as of the 26th August
Also anyone wishing to enter the competition in this years annual needs to get their entries in to me by the end of next week.
Carlisle and Penrith Area would also like to thank Gillian for stepping in and covering Helton this weekend to provide refreshments as the usual tea car is unavailable.
Much appreciated by all I am sure
Thanks Fiona
26th August 2021 - Message from the Chairman of Keswick Area
Can those people who are walking over the Latrigg Trail please stop. The farmer has contacted me today and he is not very happy.
He has seen two vehicles and a person walking three hounds over the 2nd half of the trail on two occasions around 6.00am.
The farmer is not very happy and this could prevent further trails taking place. He has one of the vehicle number as he thought they may be sheep rustling.
Thanks Spike.
24th August 2021 - Message from Blondie and Margaret Jackson
Blondie and Margaret would like to thank everyone who donated or helped with the Wasdale Head trails on Saturday the 21st August.
We raised £827 which will be donated to the Dementia Society
Many thanks to everyone
Blondie and Margaret
20th August 2021 - message from Secretary
The family of Geoff Irving wanted people to know that the funeral courtage will be leaving Sandylands Funeral Directors at Seaton at 3.10pm if any one wanted to stand and pay their respects.
The courage will travel through Workington to Distington Crematorium arriving at 3.30pm. Family have requested casual dress.
There will be an opportunity to remember Geoff at Seaton Rugby Club following the service at the Crematorium. All are welcome.
Thanks Fiona
17th August 2021 - Message from Secretary
Ann Rae has lost one of her dogs at Frizington, Near Acre Walls farm. The dog answers to Laddie and is Lemon and White. Any sightings can you contact Ann on 07519804734. Laddie has now been found safe and well. Thanks to everyone for their support.
Thanks
Fiona
14th August 2021 - Message from Ulverston Area
Can all hound people please pick up after their hound please. This is a request from the farmer.
Many Thanks
Louise Chairman Ulverston Area
11th August 2021 - Message from Whitehaven Area
Trails at Cold Fell have been CANCELLED due to weather conditions and poor visability
Whitehaven Area
9th August 2021 - Message from Secretary
Championship Points Update as of the 6th August
8th August 2021 - Message from Cockermouth and Workington Area
It is with greatest sadness that I was informed yesterday of the passing of two ex Cockermouth and Workington Area members. Geoff Irving and Colin Denwood.
Geoff stems from a long history of his family being involved in hound trailing with his father George and mother Margaret both being heavily involved in hound trailing all their lives and were also active members of the Cockermouth and Workington area in their day.
Geoff was Chairman of Cockermouth and Workington Area for many years as well as being Vice Chairman of the Hound Trailing Association. From a person point of view both Geoff and the late Brian Church acted as mentors for myself and I had a great respect for both of them. There was also a health competition between both with regard to the hounds they ran as well as the good work they did to promote hound trailing. Geoff will be sadly missed and fondly remembered. His legacy continues and his family involvement lives on through two of his sons Tony and Alan and our condolences go to the both of them and the wider family.
Colin Denwood was also an active member of the Cockermouth and Workington Area and used to look after the rags for the area. He also ran and had success with his hound, Pinfold Gem comes to mind. Our condolences go to Colin's family at this sad time.
Cockermouth and Workington Area Chairman.
3rd August 2021 - Message from Secretary
1. Entry to Rydal Hound Show is by ticket only, tickets are available from the webpage - details included in block advert. Tickets are limited so first come first served.
Hounds and hound attendants don't need tickets. All to pay.
2. Ings Sheep Dog Trials - All to Pay, now included in block advert.
3. 2021 Annual is now available. There will be more copies for sale at the International Trails along with a selection of older annuals if anyone needs them.
I will be starting on next years annual so if anyone has any articles, photos etc that they think would be interesting to the members please let me know and i can include these.
Thanks Fiona
28th July 2021 - message from Cockermouth and Workington Area
Just to let everyone know that there will be a puppy show on Saturday with Rosettes and prize money.
Also just a reminder to have the correct change for the gate as it makes a real difference and is much appreciated.
Thanks Fiona
25th July 2021 - Message from the Secretary
James Irving still has a number of pups left if anyone is still looking for pups - both bitches and dogs left. Anyone interested please contact James direct
Many Thanks Fiona
19th July 2021 - Message from Barry Laidler, Chairman and Paul Airey, Vice Chairman
Following the continued lifting of restrictions, from today the Association will revert back to our usual rules prior to the introduction of the Covid 19 rules.
Members are still encouraged to maintain social distancing where ever possible, to sanitizer hands and to refrain from attending the trails if they are symptomatic or
have been advised to self isolate due to coming in to close contact with anyone who has tested positive. Hounds will now be marked at the start of races and tickets will be used at the finish.
Thanks
Barry and Paul
18th July - Message from Secretary
Annual Presentation of Trophies - work is underway to arrange a short presentation for the annual trophies for 2020. Thank you to everyone for returning the Trophies.
Further information will be communicated regarding the arrangements for this event later this week.
HTA Major Trail Trophies - Due to issues with retrieving all the necessary trophies last season it has been agreed that at the end of this season all trophies handed out to date will be requested to be returned and a full review of all Trophies that the HTA have will take place. Can I ask that no one engraves any trophies handed out so far as the Trophies need to be reviewed and potentially engraved for 2020 so I will sort all of this out once we have reviewed the Trophies at the end of the season.
Can I ask that everyone takes a good look to see if they have any of the following trophies hidden away in boxes etc.
John Marsden Cup
W. Holliday Cup
H. Glaister Cup
The Roper Cup
Dave Mitchell (Large slate one)
Somebody some where will have these cups and they will all have HTA on them. PLEASE can everyone have a look for these.
Many Thanks
Fiona
15th July 2021 - Message from the International Committee
The 2021 International Trails will be held on the 7th August, at High Old Shield Farm, Greenhead, CA8 7JB.
Entries close at Midnight on Saturday the 24th July, Entry fee £1.00, entry forms available from Andy Horn, Phil Graham and HTA secretary
1.30pm Senior Hounds - Joe Millar Memorial Challenge Trophy
2.15pm Senior Maidens
3.30pm Open Puppies - Tom Barclay Memorial Challenge Trophy
4.00pm Puppy Maiden
4.30pm Open Restricted
5.00pm Veteran
The Trophies and prizes for the first two trails will be presented at 3.0pm with the trophies and prizes for the remaining four trails being presented following the finish of the veteran race.
£2,100.00 total prize money plus special prizes for Yorkshire and Irish Hounds.
Admission £6.00 all to pay, children free
14th July 2021 - Message from Carlisle and Penrith Area
Trophy Winners for 2020 will be presented on Sunday 18th July at Helton
Please note that due to the reduce trailing season for 2020 and fewer area fixtures, only area open and Local
trophies will be presented. Challenge Cups and Top Kennel Trophies will not be awarded for the 2020
season as there are so many hounds all on the same number of points. Carlisle and Penrith Area would like
to congratulate all winners and all those who supported the trails.
8th July 2021 - Message from Carlisle and Penrith Area
Please note change of times for the Helton Trails on the 18th July. Also thank you to Jo and Vanessa Simpson for sponsoring the Maidens and the Puppy Maidens.
Thanks
Carlisle and Penrith Area
26th June 2021 - Message from Secretary
Updated Senior and Puppy Tables other grades to follow
21st June 2021 - Message from the Secretary
Would it be possible please for all those who won challenge trophies last year to return these to either myself, Phil Graham or Paul Airey please. Could this be done as soon as possible.
Many Thanks
Fiona
Senior Champion – Crazy – J. & E. Moore & J Thompson – Whitehaven Area
Runner-up – Miterdale Shadow - A., S. R., S., K. & A. Steele – Whitehaven Area
Puppy Champion – Acorn - R. Smith & R. Dickinson – Westmorland Area
Runner-up – Jenny’s Oracle – J. & D. Bland & A. Little – Keswick Area
Senior Maiden Champion – Hawkswood – D. Peare & J. Gill – Westmorland Area
Runner-up – Foxparke Hooligan - R., E., G. & N. Napier – Whitehaven Area
Puppy Maiden Champion – Eden Raya - M. Addison and D. Clifford – Carlisle and
Penrith Area
Runner-up – Foxparke Mo Farren - R., E., G & N. Napier & G. & R. Farren –
Whitehaven Area
Open Maiden Champion – Showbiz – A. & A. Horn – Aspatria and Wigton Area
Runner-up – Dragon Fly – T. & K. Postlethwaite and M. Fisher – Whitehaven Area
Open Restricted Champion – Rhyme - N. McMaster, S. Wilson & A. Skelton’s –
Cockermouth and Workington Area
Open Restricted Runner Up – Jenny’s Breeze – A. Little – Carlisle and Penrith
Area
Open Non-Winner Champion – In The Red – T. Satterthwaite – Aspatria and
Wigton Area
Runner-up – Some Lad - L., G., H. & T. Whitfield and W. Birkett – Whitehaven
Area
Veteran Champion – Aspire – R. Smith – Westmorland Area
Runner-up – Thorn Fire - J. & C. Satterthwaite & M. Burrow - Aspatria and
Wigton Area
Puppy with most tickets – Acorn – R. Smith and R. Dickinson – Westmorland Area
Bert Sowden Cup (most points in tables) – Acorn – R. Smith and R. Dickinson –
Westmorland Area
Tot Kelso Cup (most points in major HTA trails) – Copperfield - C. Clough and B
Laidler – Westmorland Area
Philip Potter Cup (opposite sex to puppy champion) – Huntsman – J & A Little –
Carlisle and Penrith Area
11th June 2021 - Message from John Bromage
Just a reminder to everyone that it is all to pay tomorrow £6.00 and could everyone have the correct change to avoid additional handling of money. This would be much appreciated.
Thanks John
2nd June 2021 - Message From the Executive
August Premier Trails - could any Area committee wishing to host these trails please submit any potential venues
to the secretary by the 20th June
Many Thanks
Executive Committee
1st June 2021 - Message from Westmorland Area
At the trails on the 3rd June there will be no hot drinks available but Lynn Garrity will be providing catering.
Thanks Westmorland Area
1st June 2021 - Message from Lynn Garrity and Jayne Peterson
All bonus balls now sold and the first draw was on Saturday. Number 44 was the winner for Louise Pounder and Les Reid.
Latest leader boards in the Team Competition up to 4th June are as follows:
Division 1
1. The Circle 63
2. Molly’s Dollys 57
3. Pennine Runners 43
4. Baz’s Boys 42
5. Huntsman’s Pack 29
6. Allsorts 21
Division 2
1. Allsorts 21
2. Baz’s Boys 16
3. Grace’s Favourites 15
4. Another Lot 13
5. Huntsman’s Pack 12
6. Dearham Wanderers 11
Thank you
Jayne & Lynn
29th May 2021 - Message from John Bromage
Just a reminder to everyone that it is all to pay tomorrow and it is £6 to get in. It would be very helpful if everyone could have the correct money to avoid extra handling of the money at the gate.
Many Thanks
John
28th May 2021 - Message From Cockermouth and Workington Area and Supporters Clubs (Cockermouth and Dearham)
A presentation night for trophies won during the 2020 season is being planned for the 31st July at the Hundith Hill Hotel, Cockermouth (Covid Permitting)
Tickets are available from Nicola McMaster or Phil Graham (pay on the night). Three course meal and musical entertainment 7-7.30pm.
Many Thanks
Cockermouth and Workington Area Committee
22nd May 2021 - Message from Lynn Garrity and Jayne Peterson
Team Competition - Bonus Ball
We are running a lottery bonus ball competition to raise extra prize money for the Team Competition. The last Saturday in each month, the first being on the 29th May.
£6.00 for 6 draws (May, June, July, August, September, October) prize is £35.00 to the winner each draw. Numbers are 1-59. Entry by cash for all 6 draws by the 29th May to either Lynn or Jayne.
Please book your number via the facebook page or by text/Whats App to 07972290602 or at Wardhall on Sunday/Wednesday.
Thank You - Lynn and Jayne.
17th May 2021 - Message from the Executive Committee
As from today the HTA Covid Rules have been reviewed in line with the National relaxation of Lockdown. All members need to read the new rules and adhere to these. The main change is that those attending the trails do not have to be members. However anyone entering the trail field who is not a member MUST give their name and contact details on entry to allow track and trace if required to still be implemented.
Hound Trailing Association
2021 Covid-19 Official Practice Trials and Championship Guidelines
Anyone who is not a member of the HTA MUST give their name and contact details on entering the trail field. This is to ensure Track and Trace can still be implemented.
Below are guidelines that must be adhered to at all official trial trails and championship trails.
ANYONE PRESENTING WITH SYMPTOMS OF COVID 19 SHOULD NOT ATTEND ANY HOUND TRAILING EVENT AND SHOULD SELF ISOLATE.
Entrance to The Field, Hound Entry and Donations
The entrance gate must have a table with 2 plastic boxes to receive the entrance fee and hound entry fee; the person manning the gate must be 1 metre from the table and will take entries for the relevant grades advertised; exact money only as no change will be given. Payment must be made with plastic notes or coins only for cleaning purposes.
Parking / Vehicles
Vehicles must be parked at least 1 metre apart, adhering to the social distancing policy; members must not enter other members’ vehicles and must stay at least 1 metre apart.
The Slip
The promoter must provide a rope on the ground with tape marking every 1 metre to adhere to social distancing.
If the slip is restricted and social distancing can’t be adhered to, in line with government guidelines a mask or face covering is advised to be used at the slip.
During these Covid-19 regulations there will be no ‘marking’ of any hound at the slip.
The Catch
Due to the frantic nature of the catch the HTA are fully aware social distancing will be very difficult so in line with government guidelines where social distancing can’t be guaranteed all handlers are advised to wear a mask or face covering for the duration of the catch. The barrier should be as long as feasibly possible to accommodate the catch and must be marked with tape every 1 metre.
Ticketing Hounds
The Judge, Camera operator and catchers are advised to wear a mask or face covering and catch the relevant ticketing hounds adhering to the social distancing measures.
Prize Money
Prize money will be made available on a table in an envelope for collection after the completion of the trail, all prize money not collected by the end of the meeting will go to the promoter’s balance sheet.
Book Making, Catering and other stands selling products
Bookmakers, Caterers and other stands selling products are asked to implement their own covid-19 measures in line with government guidelines, members are asked to adhere to the social distancing guidelines while in the bookies area and queuing for catering facilities.
The HTA will accept no responsibility for any measures individual bookmakers or caterers choose to implement.
Trail Layers
Those laying the trails must always wear gloves and dispose of them at the end of the trail laying.
Roads and Road Scouts
Only the road scout/s and their vehicle should be at any road crossing, strictly no other members at the road crossing.
Prize Draws
Promoters have the option to use a football scratch card to replace a prize drawing, this is similar to a ‘dog board’ and the winning team will receive a cash prize defined by the promoter.
The normal raffle prize process has been suspended for season 2021.
Maiden Trails& Open Restricted
These grades will revert to pre Covid-19 rules for season 2021
Other Important Information
Promoters
Promoters must disinfect all gates, fences and any other surfaces touched by members in the vicinity of the trail field when everyone has left the trail field.
Some members are in the category of over 70 and/or ‘increased risk’ groups, are they not permitted to attend the trail field?
The HTA is aware that some members may be at ‘high risk’ of coronavirus, according to the most up-to-date NHS advice. Those individuals are advised to carefully consider the latest NHS guidance throughout the above regulations, to not bring additional risks to their own health and safety. Whilst the above regulations do not require the HTA to prohibit ‘increased risk’ individuals from the trail field, everyone is strongly urged to act in their own best interests in line with the NHS advice.
10th May 2021 - Message from Secretary
Please note that both myself and John Bromage have received a number of bogus emails requesting money. It is obvious that they are scammers and that they are using the details from the webpage i.e. email addresses ect. and approaching us because of our roles i.e. Secretary and Treasurer. Please be aware that before you respond to any emails from either myself of from John just check that they are legitimate and please don't send any money or bank details.
Thanks Fiona
3rd May 2021 - Message from Westmorland Area
The trails at Kirkstone have been CANCELLED today due to weather conditions.
Thanks Fiona
1st May 2021 - Message from the Executive Committee following meeting last night
1. Confirmation that the HTA had now purchased a chip reading machine, this had been tested at Oulton and appeared to work satisfactory. Another two machines will be purchased and will be available for any area committee to use if needed.
2. Amended rule book is now available on webpage and printed versions will be available at the end of May for all members.
3. Covid 19 Rules were reviewed in line with changes in the national guidance. Amended rules will be published on the 17th May. This will result in the removal of the members only rule but will still require all trails to monitor and keep a record of any non members who attend the trails for Track and Trace purposes.
4. Revised Covid Rules will be shared with the Police again to ensure they are kept up to date. Police notification will continue to be made for each trailing event and will be reviewed on the 21st June.
26th April 2021 - Message from Christine McGee
Hound missing from trails at Cobra Castle - answers to the name of Sue belongs to Willie Marks contact number 01228560971, son's mobile number 07979201452
Or contact Christine on 07526350781 if any sightings
The Dog has now been found. Well done everyone.
Thanks Christine
25th April 2021 - Message from Margaret Baxter
Given that Lynn and Jayne have decided to run a Teams Competition then there is no need to have two Teams Competition. Lynn and Jayne have agreed to run this years team competition on behalf of myself and I will ensure that the Trophies are available for the winners as usual.
Details of this years competition are listed below.
Team Competition 2021. £5.00 per team four hounds in each. £100 extra sponsorship kindly donated by Paul & Lynn Garritty bookmakers. Beginning on Saturday 1st May.
Division 1 points earned in all grades except all ins 654321 as usual and double points for major trails. Division 2 lower grade trails only not including veterans. Points earned on Saturday/Sunday and at all major meetings - May Day, Produces, International, August & October.
In the event of a hound scoring points on both Saturday and Sunday only the higher ticket will count.
Please submit your team name, four hounds and manager to Jayne or Lynn by Friday 30th April. Prize money to be finalised once all entries are received.
Many Thanks Margaret
As Secretary I would like to Thank Margaret for all her hard work in setting up the Teams Competition in the first instance and running it all these years. Well Done Margaret and Thank you very much. I would also like to Thank Lynn and Jayne for organising this years Teams Competition.
Message from the Secretary
Miterdale Loyalty is missing following the trial trail at Kirkstone Pass. Black and white bitch. Please contact Steph Steel on 07485068955 if you see the hound.
Miterdale Loyalty has now been found. Well done to all.
Thanks Fiona
18th April 2021 - Message from Secretary
Please note change of time for trails on the 24th April at Oulton, now running at 4.30pm for hounds instead of 1.0pm.
Thanks Fiona
Message from the Executive Committee following a meeting on the 16/04/21
1. The Executive reviewed how trial trails had progressed and were please that these seems to have gone well and dogs are coping having reducing running time. The Chairman thanked those areas that had hosted trial trails which had given everyone the opportunity to get some running with their hounds.
2. Confirmation was given regarding the review and printing of a new rule book. This will now progress and the rule books will be available to every member shortly.
3. A Chip machine would be purchased this next week ready for the start of the season. This will be tested at the first trail at Oulton and if it does what is required then additional chip machines will be purchased to aid in the identification of hounds that only have a chip number and no ear number due to the inability to apply ear numbers during the Covid Lock down period.
4. The Executive Committee requested that Promoters consider putting on some All In trails to assist those dogs who are only eligible to run in the long trails.This may avoid dogs being lost or finishing exhausted due to the potential of the weather warming up and dogs not yet been fit.
5. Westmorland Area will be holding an area meeting following the trial trails this week to review how the area will move forward given the low numbers on the Area Committee.
6. A number of other areas are also struggling for committee members, without the area committees then the number of trails and trail venues will reduce. Any one interested in becoming part of an area committee would be more than welcome. Please step forward and support your local area.
The Executive Committee would like to wish everyone well for the new season.
Thank You - Chairman Barry Laidler.
13th April 2021 - Message from Secretary
Please note change in time for Saturdays trials 17th April at The Grassings now 11.30am instead of 6.30pm
Thanks Fiona
6th April 2021 - Message from Secretary
Dear Promoters - Given that last year was an exceptional year and fixtures were changed to accommodate the major trails etc. I have uploaded
a copy of the fixtures for 2019. Hopefully this will allow fixtures to fall back in line with how there were. As secretary i would appreciate if fixtures
could be finalised as soon as possible each month as i need to request Occasional Licences and they need two weeks notice. So please ensure
i have all the necessary information to complete the request and the block advert.
Many thanks Fiona
31st March 2021 - Message from Secretary
With the May Day trails now been agreed to take place on the 31st May I need the Trophies back please from those who won the last May Day trails in 2019
There are four Lillian Harrison trophies and the Paul Snowden Trophy
Hounds that won in 2019 are as follows:
Miterdale Shadow (hounds)
Meadow Spot (Maidens)
Jenny's Oracle (pups)
Huntsman's Orchid (puppy maiden)
Huntsman's Major (open restricted)
Galemire Grace (veterans)
Please can you all have a look to see if you have the trophies and if you let me know then I will arrange to collect it from you.
Many Thanks
Fiona
27th March 2021 - Message from the Executive Committee
Below are the new rules that we will all have to follow for the 2021 season relating to Covid 19. Can all members please read them and follow accordingly. These rules will be reviewed as we move through the season and amended according to national guidance.
Anyone wishing to attend any of the Trial trails and the Championship trails must be a member of the HTA. Anyone wanting to become a member can do so by contacting John Bromage - 01946 23714 or by email - jdbromage@btinternet.com
Hound Trailing Association
2021 Covid-19 Official Practice Trials and Championship Guidelines
BEHIND CLOSED DOORS – MEMBERS ONLY - THIS IS REQUIRED FOR TRACK AND TRACE PURPOSES
Below are guidelines that must be adhered to at all official trial trails and championship trails.
ANYONE PRESENTING WITH SYMPTOMS OF COVID 19 SHOULD NOT ATTEND ANY HOUND TRAILING EVENT AND SHOULD SELF ISOLATE.
Entrance to The Field, Hound Entry and Donations
The entrance gate must have a table with 2 plastic boxes to receive the entrance fee and hound entry fee; the person manning the gate must be 1 metre from the table
and will take entries for the relevant grades advertised; exact money only as no change will be given. Payment must be made with plastic notes or coins only for cleaning
purposes.
Parking / Vehicles
Vehicles must be parked at least 1 metre apart, adhering to the social distancing policy; members must not enter other members’ vehicles and must stay at least 1 metre apart.
The Slip
The promoter must provide a rope on the ground with tape marking every 1 metre to adhere to social distancing.
If the slip is restricted and social distancing can’t be adhered to, in line with government guidelines a mask or face covering is advised to be used at the slip.
During these Covid-19 regulations there will be no ‘marking’ of any hound at the slip.
The Catch
Due to the frantic nature of the catch the HTA are fully aware social distancing will be very difficult so in line with government guidelines where social distancing can’t be
guaranteed all handlers are advised to wear a mask or face covering for the duration of the catch. The barrier should be as long as feasibly possible to accommodate the catch
and must be marked with tape every 1 metre.
Ticketing Hounds
The Judge, Camera operator and catchers are advised to wear a mask or face covering and catch the relevant ticketing hounds adhering to the social distancing measures.
Prize Money
Prize money will be made available on a table in an envelope for collection after the completion of the trail, all prize money not collected by the end of the meeting will go to the
promoter’s balance sheet.
Book Making and Catering
Bookmakers and Caterers are asked to implement their own covid-19 measures in line with government guidelines, members are asked to adhere to the social distancing
guidelines while in the bookies area and queuing for catering facilities.
The HTA will accept no responsibility for any measures individual bookmakers or caterers choose to implement.
Trail Layers
Those laying the trails must always wear gloves and dispose of them at the end of the trail laying.
Roads and Road Scouts
Only the road scout/s and their vehicle should be at any road crossing, strictly no other members at the road crossing.
Prize Draws
Promoters have the option to use a football scratch card to replace a prize drawing, this is similar to a ‘dog board’ and the winning team will receive a cash prize defined by the promoter.
The normal raffle prize process has been suspended for season 2021.
Maiden Trails& Open Restricted
These grades will revert to pre Covid-19 rules for season 2021.
Other Important Information
Promoters
These guidelines must be placed as a notice on the entry gate to every fixture along with a sign displaying ‘Behind Closed Doors - Members Only.
Promoters must disinfect all gates, fences and any other surfaces touched by members in the vicinity of the trail field when everyone has left the trail field.
Some members are in the category of over 70 and/or ‘increased risk’ groups, are they not permitted to attend the trail field? The HTA is aware that some members may be at ‘high risk’ of coronavirus, according to the most up-to-date NHS advice. Those individuals are advised to carefully consider the latest NHS guidance throughout the above regulations, to not bring additional risks to their own health and safety. Whilst the above regulations do not require the HTA to prohibit ‘increased risk’ individuals from the trail field, everyone is strongly urged to act in their own best interests in line with the NHS advice.
23rd March - Message from Christine McGee
Just to let people know that it is with a sad heart that I need to let people know about the sad passing of Tom Gainford
from the Whitehaven Area. Tom and his wife Eileen had hounds for many years. Our thoughts go out to Eileen and family.
Christine McGee - Chair person - Whitehaven Area
20th March 2021 - Message from the Executive Committee
1. May Days trails (31st May) will be hosted by Whitehaven Area and will be held at Mockerkin
2. Bitch Produce trails (12th June) will be hosted by Keswick Area and will be held at Newlands
3. New revised Covid 19 Rules have been agreed and everyone will be able to see these on
the main page shortly. Hard Copies will be available for anyone who cannot access them from the
start of the Trials on the trail field.
4. A decision was made that the Official Championship trails will commence on the 24th April on
the Saturday rather than the 26th April on the Monday
5. The Executive Committee has agreed that the current rule book will be reviewed by Roy Laidler
and once reviewed will go to print so everyone should be able to have access to a hard copy of
the Rule Book. The Current Rule Book is available to view on the web page under the main tab.
6. The Executive Committee has agreed that ear marking will continue next season and as such
the Association will be purchasing new ear marking equipment. They have also agreed to
purchase chip reading machines due to the two years where ear marking was not possible and
the dogs identification will need to be through the chip implant.
7. Some of you will have noticed that a new Fixture tab has been added to the web page some
people are not able to see this on their devices if this is the case then these people need to
clear their browsing history on their device and it will appear.
8. Finally there was a discussion regard the impact that social media can have on the reputation
and good will of many who are involved in the sport and all members are reminded that inappropriate
use of social media will not be tolerated and that members can have action taken against them by
their local area committee. The Executive Committee requests that all members remain respectful
to each other so that everyone can enjoy hound trailing as they should be able to.
Thank You The Executive Committee
18th March 2021 - Message from the Secretary
Tom Bell has one dog pup still left for sale. Spring Ranger/Cloudy Mist
Anyone interested please contact Tom direct on Mobile No 07971779257 - PUP NO LONGER AVAILABLE
Thanks Fiona
16th March 2021 Message from the Secretary
The 2020 annual is now ready. Anyone wanting a copy can contact myself or John Bromage or wait until the trials start.
The 2021 annual should be ready by the end of April.
Thanks Fiona
9th March 2021 - Message from Andy Horn - Chairman for Aspatria and Wigton Area
Natural England have requested that no private practice trials should take place on the Wedholme Flow or Bowness Common
in the nesting season which commences on the 1st March to the 31st July. Only the agreed official practice trails in March\April and
the one Championship trail in may should take place on the Wedholme Flow, failure to comply with this will put future leave in jeopardy.
Thanks Andy
9th March 2021 - Message from the Chairman
It is with sadness that we learn that Jim Miller who was the official bookies runner for many years in the Keswick area has passed away. R.I.P.
The only entry cleark who could write two hounds on one line. Sadly missed.
Barry.
REHOMING - to book hounds in for re-homing, please contact Sue Lloyd (016974 78383 evenings) or e-mail her on trailhoundwelfare@hotmail.co.uk
Sue runs Lakeland Trailhound Welfare, and you can be assured that she will advise you and will make all arrangements for you.
The HTA has complete confidence in Sue, and we are extremely lucky to have her.
Latest slipping times:
April 1 - 6 7.15 pm
April 7 – 14 7.30 pm
April 15 – 22 7.45 pm
April 23 – 29 8.00 pm
April 30 – May 6 8.15 pm
May 7 – 13 8.30 pm
May 14 – 20 8.45 pm
May 21 – 27 9.00 pm
May 28 – July 8 9.15 pm
July 9 – 21 9.00 pm
July 22 – 28 8.45 pm
July 29 – Aug 4 8.30 pm
Aug 5 – 11 8.15 pm
Aug 12 – 18 8.00 pm
Aug 19 – 25 7.45 pm
Aug 26 – Sept 1 7.30 pm
Sept 2 – 8 7.15 pm
Sept 9 – 15 7.00 pm
Sept 16 – 22 6.45 pm
Sept 23 – 30 6.30 pm
Oct 1 – 6 5.45 pm
Oct 7 – 13 5.30 pm
Oct 14 – 20 5.15 pm
Oct 21 – 24 5.00 pm
Oct 25 – 27 4.45 pm
Oct 28 – 31 3.45 pm