Region 1 – North Carolina Ellison Armfield Congratulations on qualifying for the 2019 Master National! H. Cooper Black holds so many special memories for me, most notably when I set the dumpster on fire about
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LAST CALL: Photos of Retiring and Hall of Fame Dogs
It’s time to get your information together so we can include your dog in our Master National Videos. The videos will premiere at the Handler’s Banquet at the 2019 Master National in Cheraw, South Carolina
MNRC Call for Donations
The qualification period for the 2019 Master National Retriever Club Annual Event closes in less than 20 days. Best of luck to all! The MNRC Annual Event is undoubtedly the world’s largest canine retriever event
National Master Videos – 2019
2019 Hall of Fame AKC.TV 2019 Master National Event 2019 Retiring Dogs
MNRC Foundation Announces Humanitarian Sportsman Recognition
The Master National Retriever Foundation announces a new “Humanitarian Sportsman Recognition award for individuals or groups within the Retriever Hunting Test (RHT) Sport that participate in the Master National Retriever Hunting Test program and provide
Taking a Look Back: Memories of MN
Take a look back and see how many of these handlers and folks you remember from Past Master National events. Enjoy the show.
Annual Meeting and Notice of Deadlines
Attention Master National Clubs. All Master National Clubs have been sent a notice of deadlines for nomination of Board Members and new business items for the Master National Annual Meeting. The meeting will be held
Calling for Photos of Retiring and Hall of Fame Dogs
It’s time to get your information together so we can include your dog in our Master National Videos. The videos will premiere at the Handler’s Banquet at the 2019 Master National in Cheraw, South Carolina
Important Notice: Judge Change for 2019
The Master National Retriever Club is pleased to announce that Stacy Overcash Atkins has accepted the invitation to judge at this year’s Master National. Atkins will replace Joe Eschert. Eschert was replaced from judging due
AKC Appoints Chair of Retriever Advisory Committee
Doug Ljungren, Executive Vice President Sports and Events of the American Kennel Club has appointed Jack D. Combs as the new Chair of the AKC Retriever Hunting Test Advisory Committee. “I’m very excited and look forward to working with the
Officials Welcome Master National to Cheraw
It was an extremely successful weekend in Cheraw, SC for the CSL team Michelle Love and Rex Gibson. The Cooper River Retriever Club was holding a Hunt Test at H Cooper Black (April 26-28) and
Attention: Hunt Test Secretaries
A Special Note to all Master National Club Secretaries. There is a new Mailing Address for Marked Hunt Test Catalogues. Please send your club’s marked catalogue to : Frank Barton, c/o Barton Powersports, 1805 Wheeler
A Look Back at the 2018 Master National
As you prepare for the 2019 Master National in Cheraw, South Carolina take a look back at some of the scenes from the Master National of 2018 in Roseburg, Oregon.
2019 Master National Elected Judges
Congratulations to the newly elected judges for the 2019 Master National event October 17-27 at the H Cooper Black Recreation Area in Cheraw, South Carolina. Here is the slate elected by our Master National clubs.
Calling for Photos of 2018 Hall of Fame Dogs
It’s time to get your information together so you can include your dog in the 2018 Master National Hall of Fame Video. The video will premiere at the Handler’s Banquet at the 2019 Master National
AKC Appoints New Field Representatives to Retriever Program
The following is a press release from the American Kennel Club: March 09, 2019 The Performance Events Department is pleased to announce the addition of 3 new field representatives to the Retriever Program. Kevin Bunnell,
2018 New Master National Hall of Fame Retrievers
Congratulations to our new 2018 Hall of Fame Master National Retrievers! These retrievers have successfully Qualified at three Master National events. New Hall of Fame retrievers will have their names added to the MNRC Hall
2019 Master National Hotels & Accommodations
Hotel Accommodations Hartsville, SC – approx. 25-30 minutes from H Cooper Black * Please check with the hotel on pet policy Hampton Inn – ****MNRC Headquarters**** 203 East Carolina Avenue Hartsville, SC 29550 843-332-2128
Double Your Impact to Fight Canine Cancer
In 2019 the American Kennel Club will match eligible donations and Donor Advised Fund transfers to CHF’s Canine Cancer Research Initiative with an equal donation to CHF for canine health research, up to $250,000. To
Minnesota to Host 2020 Master National
Congratulations to the Greater Minnesota Hunt Test Association (GMHTA) . The GMHTA has been selected to host our 2020 event in the St. Cloud, Minnesota area. Dates will be September 24th until October 4, 2020.
New Region 4 Director to Serve on MNRC Board
Meet Patty Polish the newest addition to the Master National Board of Directors. Patty will serve as Region 4 Director. Take a minute to learn more about Patty from her Bio. Patty Polish My husband,
Retriever Journal Features 2018 Master National
Thank you The Retriever Journal, Writer Janet Wood and Photographer Nicole Boettger for the wonderful overview of the 2018 Master National in Roseburg, Oregon. The story really captured the atmosphere and camaraderie which we all
List of Qualifiers for 2019 Master National
The first list of qualifiers for the 2019 event has been posted. As of January 12, there are 193 retrievers qualified to enter the 2019 Master National on October 17-27, at H Cooper Black in
Attention Clubs: Grants Available for Advanced Seminars
The Master National Retriever Club (MNRC) wants to remind you about the Master National Retriever Club AKC Advanced Judges/Handler Seminar Grant Program. The MNRC is partnering with member clubs to support Advanced Judges Education seminar
Memories 2: A Blast From the Past
Another look back at our past with photos of handlers, judges and retrievers of past events.
Memories 1: A Blast From the Past
Here is a bit of our history we hope will spark fond memories of events, people and retrievers of the past. Enjoy!
2018 Master National Retiring Dogs
Congratulations to the marvelous retrievers who Retired from Master National Competition in 2018. Even though this may be the finish of their competition life we hope they will be enjoying many more years of retrieving
2018 Hall of Fame Retrievers
Congratulations to these amazing retrievers! These fabulous canines have qualified at three Master National events and represent the 2018 newest inductees into the AKC Master National Hall of Fame. Kudos to the owners, handlers and
New Region 1 Director to Serve on MNRC Board
Keith Maready of Newport, North Carolina has been appointed to the Master National Retriever Club Board of Directors as Director for Region 1 for the current year. Keith fills a one-year vacancy left by Director
Host Committee Named For 2019 Master National
In 2019 a Master National Host Committee, not an official club, was selected to run the event. The Event will be chaired by CSL Board Member Michelle Love along with key committee members. Those members
2019 MNRC President, Chief Marshal Begin Term
Congratulations to our 2019 Master National Retriever Club President Jack D. Combs. After nine years serving on the Board of Directors Jack will take the head up the team for Cheraw, SC. Read Jack’s Bio
MNRC Thanks Event Sponsors and Donors
As you begin training and testing for the 2019 Master National event we would like to remind you to please support our generous Partners. Without their help the Master National event would not be possible.
Master National Gets New Directional Signs
Many thanks to Graphic Designer John Gerbino for creating the great new Flight signs for the Master National event. The new clean look was well received by Sponsors and Handlers this year. John could not
Around The Flights 2018
With Set-Up week behind us, we are ready to roll. Here are some shots from around the flights.
Frankie’s Party 2018
For the first time since the first Master National (1991), Frankie Prendergast has been a part of the Master National event. This year, Frankie was unable to attend but with the help of Joe Rhinehart
Workers’ Appreciation Dinner 2018
Thank you to all our wonderful volunteer workers. Without you we would Not be able to continue a Master National event of this size. We hope you enjoyed the evening?
