JohnRich 4 #1 May 6, 2004 In the news: The row over hunting has raged on since Labour came to power in 1997, and was re-ignited last month when 200 Labour MPs signed a Commons motion calling for the re-introduction of legislation. ...since 1995, the House has voted for a ban on a total of nine occasions, and that ministers should use the Parliament Acts to implement it. Such a move would mean that hunting could be banned by next spring. "The continuing obsession of some backbench Labour MPs with this issue will only add to the impression that politicians are out of touch with ordinary voters and they risk making their government look completely ridiculous." Full Story Save the fuzzy wittle wabbits! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andybr6 0 #2 May 6, 2004 FYI I think the article relates only to fox hunting. I dont know if you have that in the states so i am sorry if this sounds patronising; basicaly a lot of people on horses chase after a fox that has been released ahead of them. All fox holes are blocked up so the fox cant hide. The horsemen/women then pursue the fox with a pack of bloodhounds. No prizes for guessing what happens to the fox when it gets too tired to outrun a pack of dogs! I am almost certain that this does not relate to the shooting of "fuzzy wittle wabbits" or fuzzy wittle anything for that matter. ------------------------------------------------ "All men can fly, but sadly, only in one direction" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kennedy 0 #3 May 6, 2004 Where does it say that it only applies to fox hunting with hounds? The article only says hunting, which I take to mean all hunting. The only thing on that page to suggest fox hunting is the picture. Do you have another source that says only fox hunting is covered, and not, say, upland bird hunting? Or hunting "fuzzy widdle wabbits?"witty subliminal message Guard your honor, let your reputation fall where it will, and outlast the bastards. 1* Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kiltboy 0 #4 May 6, 2004 Most of the stuff I've read on this stipulates hunting with dogs so stag hunting could also be covered. Bird dogs can still be used for grouse shooting to retrieve the bird but not in a pack to chase down and kill the animal being hunted. David Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gawain 0 #5 May 7, 2004 QuoteFYI I think the article relates only to fox hunting. I dont know if you have that in the states so i am sorry if this sounds patronising; basicaly a lot of people on horses chase after a fox that has been released ahead of them. All fox holes are blocked up so the fox cant hide. The horsemen/women then pursue the fox with a pack of bloodhounds. No prizes for guessing what happens to the fox when it gets too tired to outrun a pack of dogs! I am almost certain that this does not relate to the shooting of "fuzzy wittle wabbits" or fuzzy wittle anything for that matter. Many "barns" or "stables" in the US also have Fox Hunts, but they don't use a real fox. I don't know when that happened. Personally, whether real foxes were used or not wouldn't bother me. My sister is a member at the Fairfield County Hunt Club and she participates regularly in many events, including hunts, shows. Not Polo though...those guys are nuts... So I try and I scream and I beg and I sigh Just to prove I'm alive, and it's alright 'Cause tonight there's a way I'll make light of my treacherous life Make light! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skyrad 0 #6 May 7, 2004 It is only talking about hunting with hounds. How do I know? Because this has been in the news for yaers. In fact they are suggesting that marksmen are used to cull the foxs instead. http://www.huntinginquiry.gov.uk/mainsections/huntingframe.htm Personaly I'm against such a ban.When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy. Lucius Annaeus Seneca Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr2mk1g 10 #7 May 7, 2004 QuoteWhere does it say that it only applies to fox hunting with hounds? It doesn't have to say it in the article - it's been in the news here for going on 10 years and over that time "hunting" has come to mean "fox hunting with a pack of hounds". In case you're not familiar with the scene - see the attached pic, (yes the silly clothes are mandatory). (sorry the pic's small) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JackC 0 #8 May 7, 2004 QuotePersonaly I'm against such a ban. So I expect that you've never had a pack of hounds and a dozen horses steaming through your back garden? Personally, "The Hunt" can go fuck themselves. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
juanesky 0 #9 May 7, 2004 Is the queen or any royalty included in your regards?"According to some of the conservatives here, it sounds like it's fine to beat your wide - as long as she had it coming." -Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skyrad 0 #10 May 7, 2004 LOL........Don't have a back garden, but if they want to go steaming through my carpark they may feel free. When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy. Lucius Annaeus Seneca Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dropoutdave 0 #11 May 7, 2004 I think the fact there is a picture with a fox running and a guy on a horse in the article kinda suggests that it is about fox hunting. ------------------------------------------------------ May Contain Nut traces...... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skyrad 0 #12 May 7, 2004 Although the above article is about hunting with hounds it won't be long before shooting game will be under fire as well. I think you and John might find this article interesting. http://www.countryside-alliance.net/media-centre/nca/main/040430shc.html Also see http://www.countryside-alliance.org/cfs/index.htmlWhen an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy. Lucius Annaeus Seneca Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JackC 0 #13 May 7, 2004 QuoteLOL........Don't have a back garden, but if they want to go steaming through my carpark they may feel free. Yep, it's highly amusing to open your door to a 9ft snorting war horse with some toffee nosed twat on board saying "Excuse me old chap, but our quarry seems to have taken refuge in your out-buildings. Might we flush the little blighter out so we can continue in our sport?". erm.. no you may not. Now fuck off. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr2mk1g 10 #14 May 7, 2004 sounds like you're opposed to the person rather than the sport... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JackC 0 #15 May 7, 2004 Quotesounds like you're opposed to the person rather than the sport... I might have said yes if his horse wasn't stood on my rose bush. Apart from that, they're all top blokes. Even the lasses. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr2mk1g 10 #16 May 7, 2004 QuoteEven the lasses. heheh - you're not wrong. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skyrad 0 #17 May 7, 2004 Jodpurs!!!! Rumpypumpy!..............................Tally Ho!When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy. Lucius Annaeus Seneca Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jakee 1,608 #18 May 7, 2004 The last hunt that went through my village most of the 'lasses' were about 40 years old, 5'6" and weighed 13 stone. Uuugh There might have been some attractive ones towards the back but by then I was already blinded.Do you want to have an ideagasm? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Plummets 0 #19 May 7, 2004 Quote40 years old, 5'6" and weighed 13 stone. Umm.... size 16, oh good "Life is a bowl of deadly nightshade, stay way way out on the rim brother" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skyrad 0 #20 May 7, 2004 Just how I like 'em, more than enough woman for one man, but not quite enough for two! Tally Ho!...........WHAT!When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy. Lucius Annaeus Seneca Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jakee 1,608 #21 May 7, 2004 This is no laughing matter dude. The image of cellulite straining to escape lives with me to this day.Do you want to have an ideagasm? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnRich 4 #22 May 7, 2004 QuoteSo I expect that you've never had a pack of hounds and a dozen horses steaming through your back garden? Personally, "The Hunt" can go fuck themselves. Two words: barbed wire. That should keep the horses out. Actually, I don't understand why fox hunters are allowed to trespass on others private property in pursuit of their game. That wouldn't be allowed in America. What's with that? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jakee 1,608 #23 May 8, 2004 QuoteTwo words: barbed wire. I don't want any barbed wire round my back garden, It looks shit and gets in the way of trimming the hedge. QuoteActually, I don't understand why fox hunters are allowed to trespass on others private property in pursuit of their game. That wouldn't be allowed in America. What's with that? They're not allowed to, however when the pack of hounds is running ahead of the horses its kinda hard to keep them out. Something tells me your really not very familiar either with fox hunting or this act.Do you want to have an ideagasm? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
christelsabine 1 #24 May 8, 2004 This is the real connoisseur, giving here good advices.. Go back home and set up barbed wire around ... whatever you want. But don't do it somewhere else. dudeist skydiver # 3105 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
christelsabine 1 #25 May 8, 2004 Quoteyes the silly clothes are mandatory Hey! I do love this kind of clothes and use it! As you know, we do not have this kind of fox hunting over here. It's just like dragging hunt over a certain prepared distance which is not touching any private property. I love to wear the red or black jacket, my plastron, simply the complete riding habit! I think it t looks good. So, your pic could be little larger! dudeist skydiver # 3105 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
