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| L-R: Jon, Sal, John & Bruce |
One of my friends has been hosting an annual outing to The Hunt in Fall Hills, NJ since the mid 1990's. Proceeds from the ticket and private tail gate slot sales are contributed to Somerset Medical Center Foundation is a non-profit organization that solicits and administers funds on behalf of Somerset Medical Center, in Somerville, New Jersey.
Our first year of attendance, it was raining, cold and muddy and we were newbies who did not realize that having a paid slot closer to the rail and a small buffet of food to nosh on during the day was the way to go.
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| A view of the rail from behind our buffet |
Since that time, my friend's family business has annually procured multiple rental spots a row away from the rail. We all buy our individual admission tickets and then contribute for the spread of food and drink.
There have been many a year that in spite of the day being bright and sunny, previous day(s) of rain, have muddied the grounds and made for a muck festival with slipping and sliding of humans and vehicles. This year we were spared the mud. Hurrah!
Unlike Virginia Steeple Chase Races, The Hunt is not held during a time of the year that is advantageous to sun dresses, hats and dress shoes, etc. Over the years, I have noticed that the attire for the day has become more in tune with the late October weather and a potential day of walking among muddy fields. Denim jeans and rubber stable boots and/or wellies were the staple footwear at this year's event.
