(l-r) Maria Stine, MFH, Mecklenburg Hounds (NC); Tommy Gesell, whipper-in-in-training, Lowcountry Hunt (center foreground); Doug Russell, huntsman, Windy Hollow Hunt (NY); Anthony Gibbs, huntsman, Lowcountry Hunt; Jay Thomas, MFH and huntsman, Mecklenburg Hounds / Erik Olsen photo
Plantation Hunt Weekend with the Lowcountry Hunt envelops visitors into the iconic imagery of the old south and its fabled hospitality. Held this year from January 19–22, the long weekend included three hunts, an introductory trail ride, and parties galore. Hunting was enjoyed on two of the oldest and most beautiful plantations in South Carolina’s magnificent Lowcountry. From the salt marshes to the groves of ancient live oaks dripping with Spanish Moss, the landscapes are dramatic and stirring.
The Lowcountry Hunt was founded in 2006. Masters are Dr. Mark Shambley, Melinda Shambley, and Nina Burke. Huntsman Anthony Gibbs carries the horn. The hunt’s colors of indigo and gold were chosen to reflect the two vital and historic crops of the region: indigo and Carolina Gold rice.
Foxhunting Life presents a slide show of photographs by Erik Olsen which capture the beauty and camaraderie of this special event.
Posted January 25, 2012
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