A judge replacement has become necessary for the event. With regret, Dale Langhorne judge from Region 3 is under a Level 2 Evac for Fire due to Lava Fire area in western Idaho. The winds
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Dr. Kathryn Quarles Named 2023 Bill Teague Handler of the Year
Katie Quarles, DVM (retired) has been named the 2023 Bill T Teague Handler of the Year. The award presentation was made during the Redwood Empire Retriever Club Hunt Test Dinner on August 23, 2024. Representing
Please support our generous sponsors
As you begin your Pre-Master National trainig for the 2024 event, we would like to remind you to please support our generous Sponsors. Without their help the Master National event would not be possible. While
MNRC Clubs Please Return Your Annual Meeting Ballot
Please remind your local MNRC Club to email their ballots! It’s important to participate, we want to hear from you! Here is a copy of the Bylaws Change Proposal emailed to all MNRC member clubs
Important Information: Viewing Callbacks on a Cell Phone
For those of you checking the Running Order or other datatables such as Call Backs on a cell phone! Please remember to turn your phone to a landscape position so you can view all of
Running Order 2024
The Running Order for the 2024 Master National is complete. Dogs to the line ,Monday, September 23. Flight locations to be posted via Text Msg and MNRC website and on Social Media.
Is this Your First Master National?
The Master National Event can be overwhelming. Almost two weeks of Meetings, Activities and Competition. Most of our handlers have run the Master National several times but we dont’ want to forget those who are
Texas to Host 2025 Master National
The MNRC Board of Directors are pleased to announce the 2025 Master National event will be held in Giddings, Texas. The test will run from Thursday, October 30, 2025 and conclude by Sunday, November 9,
2024 Master National Flights
Note: Please contact Event Secretary Frank Barton at fbarton@bartonpowersports.com to report an error. Here are the Flight Draws for the 2024 Master National event.
Submit Your HOF and Retiring Photos
Special Notice: If your dog received his MNH title in 2023, you are eligible for the 2023 Hall of Fame Video. These videos will be shown at the 2024 Master National Handler’s Banquet in Paducah, Kentucky. If you are Retiring
Bylaws Change Proposal
Here is a copy of the Bylaws Change Proposal emailed to all MNRC member clubs from the Master National Board of Directors. The proposal will grant dogs, who pass the Master Amateur event 3 times and
Become a Master National Sponsor -See Your Name in the Catalog
Show your support of the Master National Retriever Club and see your name in our 2024 Event Catalog. The deadline for catalog ads is fast approaching so act now. If you would like to become
2024 Training Property Suggestions
It was announced in the spring on the Master National Blog that there will not be a property draw for pre-training in or near Paducah. To enable those who need training grounds during travels into
Entries for Master National Close
The Entry System for the 2024 Event are now closed. Mailed invitations to all 2024 qualifiers will not be sent before July 26. MNRC will send out a Congratulatory Qualification Acknowledgement at a later date.
Only a Few Days Left to Submit Photos For HOF, Retiring Videos
Special Notice: If your dog received his MNH title in 2023, you are eligible for the 2023 Hall of Fame Video. These videos will be shown at the 2024 Master National Handler’s Banquet in Paducah, Kentucky. If you are Retiring
Entered Dogs – 2024
Retrievers entered into the 2024 Master National Event in Paducah, Kentucky. The event runs from September 21 – October 2, 2024.
Qualifier List Updated to July 31
Here is the new list of qualifiers for the 2024 event. Please note: this list only includes AKC published results of tests held through July 31, 2024. If you think your dog should be listed,
Training Birds Available for 2024 Master National
Notice of availability of training birds for the Master National. Training bird orders can now be placed with both of this year’s bird vendors. For ducks: Buettner Farms 605-351-1811 For Pheasants: Creekside Pheasant Farms 270-699-6041
Work Continues on Paducah Grounds
Last week, some members of the Board of Directors visited the West Kentucky Wildlife Management Area in Kevil, Kentucky, site of the 2024 Master National. MNRC President Keith Kiesow and 2024 Chief Marshal Annette Pacheco
2024 Schedule of Events
Saturday, September 21, 2024Kentucky Wildlife Management Area, 10535 Ogden Landing Road, Kevil, KY 42053 3:00 pm MNRC Store & Vendor Village Open Handler Registration – Organized by Flight3:00 pm – 3:45 pm Flights A, B &
Entry System for 2024 MN Opens July 26
The Entry System for the 2024 Event will open on Friday, July 26 and will remain open until Friday, August 9 at 6 pm CST. Dogs who are qualified and who enter in that 2
Notice of Annual Meeting Sent To MNRC Clubs
FYI to our Master National Community: The following email has been sent to all MNRC Member Clubs Master National Member Clubs The following information is regarding the Master Nation Retriever Club 2024 Annual Meeting and
Membership Fees Due August 1
MNRC Secretary Dede Patterson has emailed all MNRC Clubs a membership notice. Club dues for the 2024-2025 are due on August 1, 2024. Membership dues are $100. Please remind your club to send in their
Meet Your Judges (2024)
Region 1 – North Carolina Robby Griffin First, I would like to thank the Region 1 board members for selecting me, and the entire board for approval. Born and raised in Raleigh, NC, my wife
Reminder: Send Photos for HOF and Retiring Videos
Special Notice: If your dog received his MNH title in 2023, you are eligible for the 2023 Hall of Fame Video. These videos will be shown at the 2024 Master National Handler’s Banquet in Paducah, Kentucky. If you are Retiring
MNRC CLUB 2024-2025 Dues Notice
An important notice to the MNRC hunt test community. MNRC Secretary Dede Patterson has emailed all MNRC Clubs a membership notice. Club dues for the 2024-2025 are due on August 1, 2024. Membership dues are
Qualified To Run 2024 Master National
A new list of qualifiers for the 2024 event has been posted. There are 459 retrievers qualified to enter the 2024 Master National as of April 30, 2024. This year’s event will be held September
New Address for Marked Catalogues
A Special Reminder to all Master National Club Secretaries. There is a new Master National Hunt Test Secretary and a new Mailing Address for Marked Hunt Test Catalogues. Please send your club’s marked catalogue to :
Judges Selected for 2024 Master National
The 2024 Judges Panel for the Master National is complete. The event will be held Saturday, September 21 – Wednesday October 2 in Paducah, Kentucky. Below are the judges selected by the Board of Directors.
2024 MNRC Bylaws Updated
The Proposed Bylaws Amendments submitted for a vote to the MNRC Member Clubs has passed. Here is the updated and final version. Thank you for voting.
Bylaws Amendments Pass
The Proposed Bylaws Amendments submitted for a vote to the MNRC Member Clubs passed with a vote of 55 Clubs for the Proposed Bylaws Amendments and 2 Clubs Against. Thank you for participating in the
Call for Photos for Hall of Fame and Retiring Dog Videos
Special Notice: If your dog received his MNH title in 2023, you are eligible for the 2023 Hall of Fame Video. These videos will be shown at the 2024 Master National Handler’s Banquet in Paducah, Kentucky. If you are Retiring
A Final Goodbye
A Celebration of Life in honor of Sallie P. Sullivan was held on Saturday, March 16, 2024 prior to the opening of the Tallahassee Hunting Retriever Club Spring Hunt Test at Borderline Plantation in Thomasville,
Important Information About ’24 Event
A message from MNRC President Keith Kiesow The Master National Retriever Club Board of Directors have been hearing rumors about the MNRC 2024 event. I would like to clarify any rumors circulating that may be
Board Appoints New Region 3 Director
Congratulations to Mike Woodbury of Texas. The Board of Directors has appointed Mike the new Region 3 Director, filling the vacancy left by Charles Pugh. Charles has moved to the Vice President of Region 3.
Thank you Purina Pro Plan
A big shout-out and thanks to Pruina Pro Plan for the outstanding Workshop sponsored by Nestle Purina in Thomasville, GA on March 7 and 8, 2024. The free workshop featured Mike Lardy and Steve Yozamp
