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Founded in 1926 and recognized by the Masters of the Foxhounds Association in 1959, the Rappahannock Hunt is one of the oldest and most famous in the country. Hunting was suspended during World War 11 but resumed in the early 1950s, with the late “Jim Bill” Fletcher as Master. Larry LeHew, a noted racing enthusiast and thoroughbred horse breeder, succeeded Fletcher in 1980 and is currently Master of Foxhounds for the Hunt.
“Jim Bill was a fearless rider, just fearless,” said LeHew. “We became good friends. I started riding in the 60s. When I first began foxhunting I didn’t even own a horse. I had to borrow one.”
Like most beginners, LeHew joined for the thrill of the riding and jumping. “We still have a lot of people (in the hunt) and that’s wrhat they want to do. After a few years, though, you begin to watch the hounds work and that’s when it becomes really interesting.”
Under Fletcher’s watchful eye and expert guidance, LeHew grew to love the sport. “You think it’s a very simple thing to do, jumping a horse over a fence, but foxhunting is dangerous. Still, after a successful day of hunting, you have a real feeling of pride. You never know what’s wait
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