We usually start an hour or two after sun up. The more hunters the better. Usualy 4 to 6 beagles. It is a social event and we even bring the kids. The more hunters you have, the better chances you have of kicking up the rabbits. We do not jump shoot the rabbits. Its all about hearing the dogs working the scent of the rabbit. We typically hunt the really really thick stuff. Thicker the better. Briar proof clothing is a must, plus dont forget you blaze orange. Sometimes a rabbit does get away by holeing up or getting in a brush pile that the dogs can not get completly in. But, most times a run ends in a harvested rabbit. It may not be on the first, second or third circle or the same number of shots taken. This is where having a good number of hunters helps out the dogs from having an hour long chase. Rabbits are tuff to shoot, very smart and sneaky. Shots are typically up close and personal and happen very very fast. Rabbit hunting is great fun for all, especially if you have a great pack of beagles to hunt behind.