Dr. Robert McFarlane, owner of BigWoods On The Trinity decided to step out-of-the-box and give us his take on what to expect in eateries for those attending the Master National. Dr. Bob’s Eats About Town
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Opening Ceremonies 2017
There was lots of excitement and anticipation as the Master National gets under way at this year’s Opening Ceremony.
Handler's and MNRC Annual Meeting
Handler’s Meeting: President Larry Kimble opened the meeting with a moment of silence remembering former Master National President John Blackbird. The Handler’s Meeting began with Chief Marshal Jack Combs announcing the Judges The 2017 Judges:
Setup Week Wednesday 2017
Judges, committee members and assistant stake marshals to set up tests. Corporate Sponsor Liaisons Michelle Love & Rex Gibson plus volunteers prepare the Handler’s bags. Store ladies Pam Bunnell and Terry Elliott and friends unpack
2017 Master National Event Schedule
Note: Watch for updated postings at the Event Headquarters and on the Master National website. THURSDAY OCTOBER 12, 2017 Opening Ceremony Copeland Center at Lakeview Methodist Conference Center, 400 Private Road 6036, Palestine, TX 75801
Setup Week Begins 2017
The Board of Directors of the Master National Retriever Club plus members of the set-up committee are working with our Judges to make this a very special Master National.
Diagrams: House Pasture, Frantzen, Uncle Honey
House Pasture S. E. Franzten Uncle Honey
Diagrams: Crawlin Buck, Red Lakes, Baby Herrington
Crawlin’ Buck Red Lakes Baby Herrington
Diagrams: Whistling Duck, S. E. Nevada, Upitty
Whistling Duck S. E. Nevada Uppity
Diagrams: Bionic Thong, Blue Lagoon, Gar Hole
Bionic Thong
Diagrams: Middle Church, Pecan Blind, West Persimmon
Middle Church Pecan Blind West Persimmon
2017 MNRC Club Foundation Report
On Friday, October 13, Mr. Bill Teague presented this report before the MNRC Annual Meeting. It is a status report on the MNRCF. We open this report with a saddened heart as we mourn the
Retriever Hunting Test Advisory Committee (RHTAC) Report
RHTAC Report to MNRC, October 13, 2017 Retriever Hunting Test Advisory Committee (RHTAC) Report Master National Retriever Club’s Annual Event October 13, 2017 Palestine, Texas We open this report with a saddened heart as we
Very Special Items Highlight Thursday Auction
Just thought you would like to see some of the special items at this year’s auction. And also included that night is a shotgun raffle with only 52 tickets!
2017 Training Property Draw
A Training Property Draw will be held Tuesday, October 10th for training on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. That draw will also be held at the BigWoods equipment barn at 4.m. Thank you to East Texas
2016 Master National Annual Review
Friends of the Master National, On behalf of the Board of Directors, we want to thank you for your efforts to make the 25th Master National a success. Without your support, we could not accomplish
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The Master National community has lost a great friend. Former Master National President John Blackbird, of Mora, Minnesota and longtime field trial and hunt test competitor died suddenly September 9, 2017. Our deepest sympathies are
MNRC Foundation & AKC Join Hurricane Relief Effort
The Master National Retriever Club Foundation (MNRCF) is presenting a Relief Effort Challenge to the Retriever community. We are asking for your help in supporting the AKC Canine Relief Fund. Here’s how you can become
2017 Master National Training Birds
Ducks or pheasant training birds can be ordered from this year’s bird supplier, Clear Creek Game Birds. Contact Richard Chetney at 254-977-3917 to order birds. He is taking orders at this time. The price is $16 for either bird. Payment
Attention: MNRC Club Secretaries
Master National Secretary Elaine Goodner has sent all Master National clubs their 2017-2018 dues notice. Also sent to each club is a letter regarding the election of officers and other official business, Voting Ballots, and
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The Master National Retriever Club could not be prouder of its Diamond Sponsor Nestlé Purina. We are so fortunate to be associated with such a generous and caring company. Purina has donated $25,000 to Greater
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For those who might be interested Ad space is still available for the 2017 Master National Training Property and Information Guide. Call the Palestine Herald Press 903-729-0281.
Retriever Community Reaches Out to Help Hurricane Victims
A Huge Shout Out goes to the Retriever Community for coming together to help rescue and evacuate victims of Hurricane Harvey. Elaine Goodner and Rex Gibson, two Master National Board of Directors, reported stories of
2017 Master National Running Order
The 2017 Running Order for Flights A – F are now posted. Please check your flight and running order online. 2017 Master National Running Order Master National Flights (alphabetic order by handler first name)
Master National Flight Listing
The A-F (six flights) Flights for the 2017 Master National are posted. If you see a major error please email Hunt Test Secretary Frank Barton @ fbarton@bartonpowersports.com CLICK HERE TO VIEW ALL FLIGHTS
Chase Away K9 Cancer Video Tribute
Calling All Master National Handlers! Once again Cera Reusser of Chase Away K9 Cancer will be producing a video to honor dogs who are cancer survivors as well as those dogs who have, sadly, been
More Sponsors Join the Master National Team
Congratulations and Thank you to our newest Silver Level Sponsor of the 2017 Master National: Marks-A-Lot Kennels. In addition congratulations to our new Bronze Level Sponsors: Webshire Kennels, Duck Roost, Wolf Creek Retrievers, Gator Point
Texas Governor Welcomes Master National to BigWoods
The Master National Retriever Club received this honor today. A personal welcome from Texas Governor Greg Abbott. Texas has rolled out the red carpet to welcome handlers sponsors and friends of the Master National to
Master National Entered Dogs
A list of Entered Dogs has been posted. Please note, as soon as you enter the event, your dog will not immediately show up on this list. It may take 24-48 hours for your entry
MNRC to Retire the Women’s Challenge Trophy
In 2000, at the annual Master National event in Indiana, Michael O’Hearn introduced the Women’s Challenge Trophy Award. The WCT Award program was developed to provide special recognition to those handlers that were instrumental in
Handlers: Canine Influenza Virus Notice
If you are coming to Texas, please take precautions. There is a re-outbreak of the strain H3N2 virus. Make sure your dog is current on the latest strain of canine influenza. The best protection is
2017 Master National Invitations
About 1,100 invitations are being mailed to the owners of retrievers across the country who are qualified to compete in the 2017 Master National. The event is being held at the BigWoods on the Trinity
Calling 2017 Hall of Fame and Retiring Dogs
It’s time to get your information together so you can include your dog in the 2017 Hall of Fame or Retiring Dog videos for 2017. The videos will premiere at the Handler’s Banquet at the
Meet the 2017 Master National Judges
Attention all Master National Handlers! With about weeks to go we want you to meet your 2017 Slate of Judges! Thank you to our 12 judges for providing us pictures and biographies so that handlers
Dogs Qualified for the 2017 Master National
As of July 31, 2017 there are now 1,096 retrievers qualified to enter the 2017 Master National to be held October 12-22 at The BigWoods on the Trinity in Tennessee Colony, Texas. To view the
