Shakerag Hounds

05/15/2026

What everyone’s been waiting for is almost here! OBSTACLE CHALLENGE! Mark your calendars for June 13!!!
It’s going to be EPIC!
It’s a long 4+ mile trail ride with judged obstacles.

05/11/2026

Celebrating 50 years of membership!

Connie Washburn joined Shakerag Hounds in 1976 and has been a dedicated riding member ever since.

Connie also plays an important role behind the scenes, managing the Shakerag Clubhouse—decorating for events, stocking supplies, and helping create the welcoming atmosphere we all enjoy.

We are grateful for Connie’s many years of commitment and the steady presence she brings to our club. Here’s to 50 years and counting!

05/09/2026

We had a fabulous time at the Foxhunting 101 clinic! So many friends came out to join us for a “deep dive” into the how’s & why’s of reverse field, checks, staff left/right, ware hole, etc. After the mounted ride we had a lovely hound walk through the trails followed by a great fried chicken lunch hosted by Connie Washburn & John Greenfield. Thank you to our whippers-in for assisting in the ex*****on of aforementioned manuevers! Thanks to all of our members who came out to help teach!
HUGE thanks go to Heidi Hook (honorary secretary) and Jacob Cotton (huntsman) for organizing and executing a really great day! We hope to see all of our guests out in the hunt field! 🦊🐶🐎

05/08/2026

Shakerag Hounds is honored to recognize Jessica Cardot for her years of dedicated service to our club.

Jess first caught the hunting bug through her work exercise riding and training for local farms and hunt members. After officially joining Shakerag Hounds in 2014, she quickly became an active and valued member of the community.

She began whipping-in early on, showing a natural instinct and intuition with both hounds and territory. Over the years, Jess worked tirelessly in the kennels and with the pack, always putting in the time and care that strong hound work requires.

Jess also dedicated herself to landowner relations, hosting our annual Landowners Party each year. Alongside her mother, Jan Cardot, she prepared delicious meals, decorated the clubhouse, and gathered thoughtful door prizes to welcome and thank the landowners who so generously open their properties to our club.

In 2016, she joined the Hunt Committee and went on to serve as Hunt Committee Chair, working closely with the Masters to ensure smooth and successful operations. In 2024, Jess was elected Master-- a testament to her leadership, dedication, and deep commitment to the sport.

Jess’ service as Master coincided with a historic time for Shakerag, as the club transitioned from an almost 40-year period with only two huntsmen. She played a key role in helping to find, select, and integrate new professional staff, ensuring the continued strength and future of the hunt.

When Jess stepped down to move to Aiken, she made it clear that her connection to Shakerag remains strong. She intends to continue her membership and looks forward to hunting with us, especially at our Elberton fixtures!

While Jess has moved away, her impact on Shakerag is lasting. We are grateful for all she has given to the club and hope to see her back in the field with us next season.

05/06/2026

Jenny Lamb’s Steak & Guinness Pie was a hit at one of our Clubhouse hunt breakfasts, and she was kind enough to share the recipe with us. It’s the kind of hearty, stick-to-your-ribs dish that brings everyone back for seconds. Enjoy!

05/03/2026

Despite the cold, wet weather, Shakerag Hounds had a fantastic showing at the Carolina Hound Show! Our staff and juniors represented our hounds beautifully, and it was so good to reconnect with friends over a wonderful tailgate. Many of our members kept the celebration going at the Kentucky Derby party as well—what a weekend!

Thank you to everyone who played a part in making it such a success. 🐾 🦊

04/29/2026

Join us for a fun filled and educational morning learning “HOW TO” fox hunt!! Bring your horse, a helmet and a thirst for knowledge and we will get you and your horse ready for next season 🦊🐶🐎

04/17/2026

Curious about fox hunting? Join us for this FREE introductory clinic 5/9/26!!! 🦊🐶🐴

04/15/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to the Hunter Pace! We had a wonderful day and a fantastic lunch! Below are the division winners:
BLUE BIRD: 1st- Scott and Tawny King, 2nd- Amanda Garner and GJ Derry, 3rd-Margaret Korges and Gail Ford
CHECK CAST & RUN: 1st-Frances Chapman and Christine Williams, 2nd-Heidi Hook, Lisa Weinwurm, Rosie Harris, Addie Harris, Anna Hefner, Ella Fish, Ashley Finley, Kyana Deroschers
3rd-Evan Crisp,Alex Chapman, Alaina Brook
TALLY HO: 1st-Kat Meier and Sidney Willis, 2nd-Stephanie Bryant and Anna Franic, 3rd-Kaitlin Higbie, Riley Sutherland, April Green

04/14/2026

Shakerag Hounds presented at the 4-H club last night! It was an honor to share the history of foxhunting and we hope they will join us next season! 🦊🐶🐴

Thanks to Shakerag Hounds for talking to us tonight!