North Hills Hunt Info
North Hills Hunt Info
Website:
http://www.northhillshunt.com
- MFH Luke Matranga
- MFH Jim Urban
- MFH Steve Evans
- MFH Randy Mehlin
- MFH Jim Sophir
- Huntsman: MFH Steve Evans
- Hon Secretary: Sam Matranga
North Hills Hunt Officials (2008)
Saturday, March 22, 2008
Time: 9:30 Stirrup Cup
10:00 Hunt
1:30 Luncheon at kennels
Charity of Choice: Make-A-Wish Foundation
Directions: From Omaha, take I-680 North to I-29 North. Exit Loveland #72. At stop sign turn left (East). Proceed through tunnel and across railroad tracks to stop sign. Turn right (South) onto Highway 183 (Old Lincoln Highway). Proceed under Interstate Bridge. Take first left (East) onto Country Road G14. (Sign saying Branson Cemetery at turn) Proceed to top of hill where road “Ys”. Take left fork onto Whippoorwill Road (still G14) Proceed to 17434 Whippoorwill Road. Corner of 175th Street and Whippoorwill Road. Kennels is on the left.
Horse Boarding:
Call Hunt Secretary, Sam Matranga for information
Phone: 402-289-2032
Lodging: (Additional list available upon request)
Holiday Inn- Adjacent to Ameristar Casino
Special North Hills Hunt Rate-$109.00/with reservations made by Mar 14
712-322-5050
2202 River Road
Council Bluffs, Iowa 51501
Quarry:
Coyote and fox
Hunt country and Weather:
Our country is rolling hills, pasture, and crop lands with scattered coverts. The area is well paneled with limited gates. The temperature for March could be varied, with an average daytime temp of 42 degrees. The temperature range for March is a high of 76 with a low of 18. It would be best to check on the Internet before you pack.
Conditions and Attire:
There will be a non- jumping 2nd flight! All riders must sign a release for the current hunt season. Formal attire if convenient. Hardhat and boots with heels whenever mounted. Those awarded colors are invited to wear them.
Contact:
Sam Matranga
Hunt Secretary
402-679-6212 – cell
402-289-2032 - home
The address of the Kennels is: 17534 Whippoorwill Road