Cold Trail Traditions

More Than a Hunt. A Way of Life.

Some traditions aren't taught. They're lived.

They're passed down through early mornings in the woods, the sound of hounds echoing through the timber, stories told around the tailgate, and the memories made with the people who matter most.

That's what Cold Trail Traditions is all about.

Cold Trail Traditions was born from a love of hound hunting, family, and the outdoor traditions that have shaped my life.

I grew up learning that hunting was about so much more than the harvest. It was about patience, perseverance, respect for the outdoors, and the relationships built along the way. Some of my most treasured memories were made in the woods, learning from those who came before me, especially my Pa.

Those experiences became more than memories. They became a part of who I am.

Today, as a wife, mother, and lifelong hunter, I have the privilege of sharing those same experiences with my own family. Watching my daughter grow up around the hounds reminds me just how important it is to keep these traditions alive.

Because one day, the stories we are making today will be the ones she tells tomorrow.

Why Cold Trail Traditions?

The name represents something every hound hunter understands.

A cold trail takes patience, determination, and a willingness to keep going even when the path isn't easy. It's a reminder that some of the best things in life aren't found by taking the easy road.

And traditions? They're worth holding on to.

Cold Trail Traditions was created to celebrate that way of life through apparel, children's books, journals, and products that reflect our love of hunting, hounds, and the outdoors.

Whether you're raising the next generation of hunters, listening to your favorite hound work a track, or simply holding on to memories of hunts gone by, I hope you find something here that feels like home.

Keeping the Tradition Alive

My hope is that Cold Trail Traditions becomes more than just a brand.

I want it to be a reminder of where we came from, the lessons we've learned, and the importance of passing those experiences on.

I'm thankful to God for the people, the hounds, and the opportunities that have made this way of life so meaningful.

Because at the end of the day, it's not just about the hunt.

It's about the hounds. The memories. The people. And the traditions we leave behind.

Welcome to Cold Trail Traditions.

May the Sound of the Hound Never Die!

— Summer

Founder, Cold Trail Traditions