Hunt Phone: (631) 909-2940

Welcome!
Welcome to the Smithtown Hunt!
Check out our EVENTS page! Let's connect on Instagram @thesmithtownhunt and FaceBook www.facebook.com/thesmithtownhunt.
Check out our EVENTS page! Let's connect on Instagram @thesmithtownhunt and FaceBook www.facebook.com/thesmithtownhunt.
JOINT MASTERS OF FOXHOUNDS
Christa Duva, MFH
Kevin R. Maple, MFH
Jagger Topping, MFH
HUNTSMAN
Christa Duva, MFH
SECRETARY
Mindy Homer
WHIPPERS-IN
Eve Kaplan-Walbrecht
Phoebe Topping
FLIGHT LEADERS
Mindy Homer
Mark Henkin
Cathleen Springer
RECRUITMENT DIRECTOR
Kerry Daly Ruggi
Thank you for your interest in the Smithtown Hunt. We are located in Long Island, NY and are strictly a drag scent hunt. Our members are a lively cross of age groups and experience, from lifetime foxhunters and veteran riders to new members and proud parents helping on foot and leading and supporting their juniors in the Hunt field. We hope you enjoy visiting our website. Tally Ho!
The Urrico Family Junior Scholarship welcomes one lucky young rider into the Smithtown Hunt community.
Program Overview:
One recipient will receive a Junior Membership for the 2025–2026 season (mid-September through March), including discounted Hunter Pace entries, access to social events, and mentorship.
Please note: the selected rider is
The Urrico Family Junior Scholarship welcomes one lucky young rider into the Smithtown Hunt community.
Program Overview:
One recipient will receive a Junior Membership for the 2025–2026 season (mid-September through March), including discounted Hunter Pace entries, access to social events, and mentorship.
Please note: the selected rider is responsible for securing their own mount for this opportunity.
Eligibility:
Open to riders 18 or younger who have never held a Smithtown Hunt membership.
Candidate Profile:
Passionate riders who care about horses, the environment, tradition, and being part of a close-knit, land-conscious community.
To Apply:
Email your contact information, riding experience, and a one-page summary explaining why you’d like to join to sonjaurrico@gmail.com.
Deadline:
September 1, 2025
As we enter our 126th season, we are especially proud of our heritage and land preservation efforts, allowing equestrians to enjoy beautiful outdoor spaces on Long Island. And with 14 junior members, the future looks bright! Click on link below and take a peek into the Smithtown Hunt!
You will forever be in our hearts! Thank you for keeping us all safe.
(2/14/1941 - 2/15/2024)
Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear.
Whether you're a member, a friend of the Smithtown Hunt, or a hound lover who wants to give back, we're making it simple to donate essential items to our hounds. Our wishlist features food, treats, flea and tick prevention, and more. Thank you for thinking of our hounds!