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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
Meet Your Judges (2017)
Region 1 – Connecticut Jack Belicka I would like to thank all the members of Region 1 who voted for me to judge the Master National. It’s an honor and a privilege to represent you
Master National Videos – 2017
2017 Hall of Fame 2017 Retiring Dogs
Minutes: 2016 MNRC Annual Meeting
2016 Annual Meeting of Master National Retriever Club September 30, 2016 Meeting called to order by President Jace Tramontin. A. Jace thanked all the sponsors. B. Reports 1. Bill Teague delivered Retriever Hunting Test Advisory
Accommodations Available at Lakeview Methodist CC
Here’s an alternative to traditional hotel rooms in Palestine. Guest rooms are still available at the Lakeview Methodist Conference Center during the Master National. Check out rooms, amenities and prices at www.lakeviewmcc.org Lakeview will be the
2017 Master National Entry Announcement
Entries for the 2017 Master National event will open on Tuesday, August 1, at 6:00 PM CDT and will close on Friday, August 18, at 6:00 PM CDT. Please note the 6 pm Central Time,
WHATABURGER Joins MNRC Team
Congratulations to Texas proud, WHATABURGER restaurants on becoming a Platinum Level Sponsor of the 2017 Master National. It’s great to have you on board joining our other great supporters. Diamond Sponsors: Nestle Purina Petcare and ASD
East Texas Black Gumbo RC Test
Master National host club East Texas Black Gumbo Retriever Club held a spring test at The Big Woods on the Trinity May 6 & 7.
The BigWoods on the Trinity Hosts Spring Hunt Test
Spring is here at The BigWoods on the Trinity, home of the 2017 Master National. Thanks to Drone Pilot Dr. Jay Herrington, here’s a sneak peek at the grounds as they prepare for the East
2017 Hotels/Motels, B&Bs & RV Parks
HOTELS/MOTELS in Palestine **Please be sure to check each hotel for their Pet Policy. Master National Retriever Club Host Hotel: HAMPTON INN & SUITES 903-723-0016 2700 S. Loop 256 Hampton Inn website Lakeview Methodist
MARC Opens Its Inaugural Event
Congratulations to all of the Amateur handlers who have qualified for the Inaugural Master Amateur Invitational. The event is being held April 23-29, 2017 in Cairo, Georgia. It’s great to see so many Master National
Oregon to Host 2018 Master National
The Master National Retriever Club Board of Directors is pleased to announce it has selected Roseburg, Oregon as the site for the 2018 Master National event. And congratulations to the 2018 host club, the Umpqua
Apply to AKC for a MNH Title
Are you new to the Master National Hall of Fame? Here’s a link to apply to the American Kennel Club for issuance of a Master National Hunter title! Congratulations! Apply to AKC for an MNH
MNRC Welcomes Two New Member Clubs
The Master National Retriever Club would like to welcome two new member clubs to the organization. All tests presented by these clubs will count toward the 2017 Master National Qualifying year. New to the list
Looking Back Master National 2016
As we look forward to 2017 at The Big Woods On The Trinity, here’s a look back to Greater St. Louis. A big Thank You to photographer and Region 4 Director Randy Frager.
MNRC Presents Donation to August A Busch Area
The Master National Retriever Club presented a check to the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation on April 1, 2017. The money is earmarked for improvements at August A Busch Memorial Conservation Area, specifically for retriever projects
Bill Autrey Named 'Handler of the Year'
Bill Autrey, has been named the 2016 Bill T. Teague Handler of the Year award recipient. Bill Autrey is the owner and operator of Autrey Kennels in Bentley, Louisiana. A large group of almost 100
2017 Master National Site Wins Texas Conservation Award
Check out this video showing portions of our 2017 Master National site. Some great shots of our amazing grounds! The Leopold Conservation Award winner for the Texas Parks and Wildlife 2015 Lone Star Land Steward
2017 Master National Site & Judges
Congratulations to our judges for 2017. Larry Kimble 2017 MNRC President announced at the Annual Meeting the 2017 Master National event will be hosted by Dr. Robert McFarlane and the East Texas Black Gumbo Retriever
Master National Retriever Club Foundation
Master National Retriever Club Foundation (MNRCF, Foundation) Report on status of Foundation to MNRC Delegates & Members, September 30, 2016, Purina Event Center, St. Louis, Missouri As reported last year at this meeting, the establishment
Retriever Hunting Test Advisory Committee (RHTAC) Report
Presented by Mr. Bill Teague at the Master National Retriever Club’s Annual Event, September 30, 2016, Purina Event Center, St. Louis, Missouri On behalf of this committee, I express our thanks to President Jace Tramontin
New Region 3 Director to Serve on MNRC Board
Meet Mr. Chuck Strange NOTE: Chuck will serve on the MNRC Board of Directors as Director for Region 3 as current director Keith Winch moves to the Vice President position. Chuck says he looks forward
New 2016 Hall of Fame Retrievers
Here is a list of the new Hall of Fame Qualifiers from the 2016 Master National. Congratulations to all of these wonderful retrievers! Each year we list only those retrievers who are new inductees only. For
Shout Out To Master National Presidents
More times than not, we receive negative comments and complaints about the largest retriever event in the country — the Master National. But each year we manage to present a quality event with an all
Frankie's Party A Master National Tradition
It all began in 1991 when Handler Frankie Prendergast decided to grill some steaks for his Master National friends in the parking lot of his hotel. Twenty-five years later, and with the help of his
2016 Workers Appreciation Dinner
Thank you everyone for attending this year’s Workers’ Party. Hope you had a good time? And thanks to CSL staff Michelle Love and Rex Gibson and host club chair Jeannie Greenlee on their efforts getting
Master National Blog: Tuesday – Saturday
Welcome to the Master National Blog. Click Here to read our previous reports from Saturday, Sunday and Monday . Saturday , October 8, 2016 Flight D Dorothy Ruehman MNRC Reporter Fifty two retriever teams started the
Master National Blog: Saturday, Sunday & Monday
Thank you to our MNRC Reporters. We appreciate your help. If you have a photo to share from your flight Email to masternational@gmail.com Monday, October 3, 2016 Flight A Jack Combs MNRC Reporter We started
Diagrams: Dove Field & ABC Field
This is a land Triple with a Double Blind, Diversion Bird and an Honor. Bird number1 is a flyer from a tree line and lands at 150yds. Bird #2 is thrown from the point of
Diagrams: Lake 11 & Lake 30
This is a water triple with blind and diversion shot. The test begins with a remote sit of the dog in front of the last holding blind. Bird #1 is thrown slightly to the left
2016 Master National Call Backs
Flights A and E from Series 1 have been updated and posted, other flights to follow. The link to the Call Backs will not change throughout the test. Depending on your browser settings, you might
Diagrams: East Field & Lake 5
East Field at Lake 6 – Land This is a land Triple with a Double Blind, Diversion Bird and an Honor. Bird #1 comes from the right tree line and lands 98 yards away. Bird