WATEREE HOUNDS

EST. 2020

You Are Cordially Invited to Join The
WATEREE HOUNDS
For the 2025-2026 Season

GOOD HOUNDS • FINE HUNTING COUNTRY • SPLENDID COMPANY

Vince Paschal, MFH • Meredith Somerset, MFH • Ned T. Towell, MFH

Riding Memberships

Family Memberships
Patron Family $2,500

Eligibility:

  • Two adults who both ride + family members
  • Full hunting privileges for two adult riders
  • All family members eligible for social events

Privileges:

  • Two complimentary guests with no capping fee
  • Eligible for all leadership positions
  • Both adults eligible to earn Buttons and Colors

Benefits:

  • Buy 2 GA tickets, get free tailgate to Polo
  • Access to member-only events and activities
  • Hunt breakfast and social privileges
  • Newsletter and communications
Single Rider Family $1,750

Eligibility:

  • One adult rider + non-riding family members
  • Full hunting privileges for one rider
  • Family members included in social membership

Privileges:

  • Access to all hunt activities and social events
  • One complimentary guest with no capping fee
  • Rider eligible to earn hunt Buttons and Colors
  • Family social membership included

Benefits:

  • Buy 2 GA tickets, get free tailgate to Polo
  • Access to member-only events and activities
  • Hunt breakfast and social privileges
  • Eligible for all leadership positions
Landowner Appreciation Complimentary

Eligibility:

  • Landowners + family who allow hunt their property
  • Complimentary membership equivalent to Patron
  • Special recognition at all events

Privileges:

  • VIP parking and seating at all events
  • Two guest per season with no capping fee
  • Full hunting privileges for landowner and family

Benefits:

  • Special landowner appreciation events
  • Recognition in club publications
Individual Memberships
Full Adult (Ages 30+) $1,650

Eligibility:

  • Individual riders aged 30 and above
  • Full hunting privileges throughout the season

Privileges:

  • Access to all social events and hunt activities
  • Eligible for committee service and leadership roles
  • Eligible to earn hunt Buttons and Colors

Benefits:

  • Buy 2 GA tickets, get free tailgate to Polo
  • Hunt breakfast and social privileges
  • Newsletter and communications
  • Access to member-only events
Young Adult (Ages 19-29) $750

Eligibility:

  • Individual riders aged 19-29
  • Full hunting privileges throughout the season

Privileges:

  • Access to all social events and hunt activities
  • Clear pathway to full adult membership at age 30
  • Eligible to earn hunt Buttons and Colors

Benefits:

  • Hunt breakfast and social privileges
  • Newsletter and communications
  • Reduced membership fees
Junior (Ages 18 & Under) Complimentary

Eligibility:

  • Youth riders aged 18 and under
  • Full hunting privileges throughout the season

Privileges:

  • Access to age-appropriate social events
  • Mentorship from experienced members
  • Eligible to earn hunt Buttons and Colors at age 16

Benefits:

  • Special junior activities
  • Pathway to adult membership
  • Complimentary membership fees
Associate Memberships
First Year Trial Riding $750

Eligibility:

  • Individuals new to foxhunting
  • Full hunting privileges at reduced rate

Privileges:

  • Access to all social events and hunt activities
  • Clear pathway to full membership after one year
  • Includes all social membership privileges

Benefits:

  • Hunt breakfast and social privileges
  • Mentorship from experienced members
Associate Riding $750

Eligibility:

  • Maintain active membership with primary hunt
  • Letter from Master of primary club required

Privileges:

  • Full hunting privileges throughout the season
  • Access to all social events and hunt activities
  • Eligible to earn hunt Buttons and Colors

Benefits:

  • Hunt breakfast and social privileges
  • Newsletter and communications
  • Access to member-only events
Professional $750

Eligibility:

  • Equine professionals serving the hunt community
  • Full hunting privileges at reduced rate

Privileges:

  • Access to all social events and hunt activities
  • Professional networking opportunities
  • Eligible to earn hunt Buttons and Colors

Benefits:

  • Hunt breakfast and social privileges
  • Business networking within hunt community
  • If practice ceases, transition to Full Membership

Social Memberships

Social & Support Options
Family Social $550

Eligibility:

  • Families interested in hunt traditions and social activities
  • Access to all hunt breakfasts and social events
  • Invitation to hunt balls and formal events

Privileges:

  • Two complimentary guest privileges per season
  • Priority seating at hunt events
  • Club newsletter and communications
  • Educational programs about hunting & conservation

Benefits:

  • Networking opportunities with hunt community
  • Special family activities and children's programs
  • Opportunity to volunteer and support hunt operations
Individual Social $350

Eligibility:

  • Enjoy hunt fellowship and social traditions
  • Access to all hunt breakfasts and social events
  • Invitation to hunt balls and formal events

Privileges:

  • One complimentary guest privilege per season
  • Access to member-only social gatherings
  • Club newsletter and communications
  • Educational programs about hunting and conservation

Benefits:

  • Networking opportunities within hunt community
  • Opportunity to volunteer and support hunt operations
  • Pathway to riding membership if interest develops
Hunt Supporter $150

Eligibility:

  • Anyone interested in supporting hunt activities
  • Hunt newsletter and communications

Benefits:

  • Invitations to all hunt events and activities
  • FREE admission to stirrup cups and open hunt events
  • $50 per person option to attend member-only events

Your Wateree Hounds Year

A Season of Sport, Fellowship & Conservation

OCTOBER 2025

OCT 4th: FIRST DAY OF CUBBING!
OCT 4th: KICKOFF OYSTER ROAST - Finally Farm • 6-9 PM
OCT 11th: SOCIAL MEMBERS PARTY - Exclusive celebration!

NOVEMBER 2025

NOV 1st: HALLOWEEN HUNT
NOV 8th: OPENING MEET - Brewer Plantation • 10 AM
NOV 16th: WATEREE CUP POLO CLASSIC - Kirkwood Polo Field
NOV 23rd: COLONIAL CUP TAILGATE - Front Row Premium Seats
NOV 28th: HORSES & HEROES - 222 Broad Street • 6-10 PM
NOV 30th: TOWELL/BOYD CLINIC - Finally Farm

DECEMBER 2025

DEC 7th: CHRISTMAS PARTY - Proctor Hall • 6-9 PM
DEC 14th: BOYKIN CHRISTMAS PARADE - Downtown Boykin
DEC 27th: BOXING DAY MEET - Traditional holiday hunt

JANUARY 2026

JAN 25-30: SPORTING WEEK - The Ultimate Adventure!
• Daily Hunt Breakfasts
• Golf Tournament
• Moonlight Square Dance
• Polo Clinic
• Skeet Shooting
• Beagle Hunt & Soirée
• Wild Game Dinner

FEB - MARCH 2026

FEB 14th: SPOUSE HUNT
FEB 22nd: WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY
MAR 14th: HUNT BALL - Springdale Hall

APRIL - MAY 2026

APR 4th: ANNUAL MEETING - Kennels • 6-9 PM
MAY 2nd: DERBY BASH - Finally Farm, Bubble Bar & BBQ!

Member Responsibilities & Required Fees

All Riding Members Must:

✓ Provide SC hunting license & current Coggins test
✓ Submit signed liability forms
✓ Complete ONE option from each requirement below:

1. VOLUNTEER COMMITMENT
□ Volunteer at one Wateree Hounds event
□ OR Pay $75 volunteer fee

2. FULL CRY MAGAZINE SUPPORT
□ Sell one quarter-page ad in Full Cry
□ OR Purchase quarter-page ad: $210

3. HUNT BREAKFAST DUTY
□ Host one Hunt Breakfast
□ OR Sponsor a breakfast: $200

Note: Failure to meet Full Cry requirement will result in automatic billing.
Outstanding balances must be paid before next season's invitations.

All Riding Subscribers are required to join the MFHA. The cost of which is $50 and is built into your Subscription.

Ready to Join the Wateree Hounds?

Experience the tradition, fellowship, and sport of foxhunting in the heart of South Carolina

Contact Us to Join

PO Box 2225 • Camden, South Carolina
Questions? Email us at info@watereehounds.com