Thank you to Silver Sponsor Tangelo Products and Frank Barton for donating the use of six 2017 Polaris Ranger 900 vehicles to be used at each flight at the Master National. Each vehicle even comes
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Friends We Have Lost in 2016
At the 2016 Opening Ceremony, we would like to remember those in the Master National Community who have passed away over the last year. They can be handlers, trainers, judges, sponsors and other support folks
Judge Change for 2016 Event
Master National event Judge Rich Pyka of Region 2 has decided to withdraw from this year’s slate due to personal reasons. Thank you to 2011 Master National Judge DuWayne Bickle (Wisconsin) who will step in
Pre-National Training on Private Grounds
Important Notice regarding Pre-Master National Training Any handler training on grounds other than those provided by the Host Club require the attached dog training permit. Please check with the Missouri Department of Conservation for any
Master National Host Club Training
Important Notice to All Handlers Any handlers that train on grounds drawn from the official Pre-Master National Training Grounds lists do not need additional permits for using birds while training. You will be furnished a
2016 Master National Training Birds
Buettner Farms will be supplying the birds for the Master National and for Master National Pre-Training. Outside birds from other sources are not allowed on site. Please order your birds by September 20th with Kiley
Sports Medicine Q & A to be held at Master National event
Purina in conjunction with the Master National Board of Directors is pleased to announce a unique opportunity for the retriever community. Some of the leading Veterinary Sports Medicine specialists in the country will be available
The Worker’s Appreciation Dinner 2016
The Board of Directors of the Master National Retriever Club want to thank the Lynn Yelton and the Labrador Retriever Club, Inc. for their generous contribution to the Master National Worker’s Appreciation Dinner 2016. And the
Attention MNRC Clubs: 2016 Annual Meeting
Please Note: This is a notice to the General Membership. All of the documents mentioned here have already been emailed to all Master National Clubs. The Master National Retriever Club’s Annual meeting will take place on FRIDAY
2016 Master National Schedule of Events
Note: Watch for updated postings at the Event Headquarters and on the Master National website THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 29, 2016 Purina Event Center, St Louis, Missouri – Gateway Hall 200 Checkerboard Drive, Gray Summit, MO 63039
2016 Master National Running Order
The 2016 Running Order for Flights A – F are now posted. Please check your flight and running order online. Running Order Master National Flights
Important Notice to Handlers: Vaccine Recommendations
Make sure your dog is current on the latest strain of canine influenza. The vaccine you want to ask for is the H3N2 vaccine. If you dog has not been vaccinated do it now and
2016 Delegate/Proxy Form
Attention Master National Clubs If your club wishes to CHANGE its Delegate for the Annual Meeting or if your club will be represented by a Proxy at the 2016 Annual Meeting on Friday, September 30th, in
2016 Master National Entries Now Closed
The 2016 Master National Entry System is now closed. Good Luck and See you In St. Louis! See a List of Entered Dogs Master National Premium
Welcome to St. Louis 2016
Congratulations on qualifying your retriever for the 25th Anniversary Master National Retriever Club Event to be held in the St. Louis area September 29 – October 9, 2016.Thanks in part to the generous support of our sponsors this
Master National 2016 Update
The 2016 Qualifying Year has ended and we want to congratulate all of the fine dogs who have Qualified for this year’s event. Your accomplishment represents a great deal of dedication and skill on the
3 New Bronze Level Sponsors Announced
Congratulations to our new Bronze Level sponsors Castile Creek Kennels/ Country Vet, Honk Monsters Outdoors and Lone Duck Outfitters. Thank you for your generous support and we look forward to seeing you at this year’s event. And announcing
2016 By-Laws Proposal Fails
The vote tally of 2016 Proposal to Change Passing Margin from Two Thirds to Fifty Percent Plus One (50%+1) is complete. 58 ballots cast out of 178 member clubs constitutes a quorum. YES votes did
Seeking Volunteer For K-9 Cancer Fundraiser
We are seeking a volunteer to take charge of the K-9 Cancer Fundraiser held at the 2016 Master National event. The responsibilities for the “ambassador” for Chase Away K-9 Cancer are: Communicate with Cera on
Meet Your Judges (2016)
Region 1 – Georgia Chris Bodine It is an honor and a privilege to be elected a Master National judge and I would like to thank all the Region 1 clubs that placed their trust
Garmin Joins as MNRC Platinum Sponsor
The Master National Retriever Club is pleased to announce that Garmin has joined our team as a Platinum Sponsor for the 2016 Master National event. Thank you Garmin and welcome aboard! If your company is
MNRC Store Announces Special Jewelry Sale
A special Master National jewelry piece has been commissioned and custom designed especially for the Master National Retriever Club Event Store. It comes in your choice of a stunning necklace or a bangle bracelet. You
Announcing: Master National Donors List
If you would like to become a Master National Donor for the 2016 event please contact CSLs Michelle Love or Rex Gibson with your donation. Donors receive mention in the 2016 Master National catalog and a
Master National Videos – 2016
2016 Hall of Fame 2016 Retiring Dogs
New Sponsors Join MNRC Team
Congratulations to SportDOG brand on becoming a GOLD Level Sponsor of the 2016 Master National. Also welcome to Mom’s Gourmet our new Bronze Level Sponsor this year! It’s great to have you on board. And announcing our NEW
Attention MNRC Club Secretaries
Just a reminder to please send your marked hunt test catalogue to MNRC Hunt Test Chair Frank Barton. Please mail a catalogue to this address: MNRC Hunt Test Chair Frank Barton 1901-2 East Service Rd.
2016 Master National Judges
With just over three months until the 2016 Master National, it’s time to become familiar with the judges the MNRC Clubs have selected for this year’s event. Take a look at the impressive backgrounds from
Important Notice to MNH Handlers
The new MNH Qualifier Rule takes effect this year, which means all MNH dogs are automatically qualified to enter the 2016 Master National. Because this is the first year this rule applies, we have a bit
2016-2017 MNRC Dues Emailed to Clubs
Notice for 2016-17 Master National Retriever Club dues were sent via email to all member clubs’ Contacts and Delegates of record on June 1, 2016. The $50 dues are due by August 1, 2016 and should be
Attention Clubs: Raffle Donations Needed
Calling all MNRC Clubs! Would your club like to donate one item to be placed into a Regional Basket for the 2016 MNRC Auction? Each Region is going to assemble a basket that will be
AKC Outlines Four Changes to Hunt Test Regulations
In an email dated May 16,2016 the American Kennel Club notified all Clubs sanctioned to hold Hunting Retriever Tests, of four changes to the Retriever Hunting Test Regulations. Performance Events Department May 16, 2016 NOTE: TIME
Change in MNRC Event Qualifier Tracking
The Board of Directors of the Master National Retriever Club voted on May 11, 2016 to track qualifiers for the 2016 and future events within the framework of the MNRC organization. This change follows a
Attention Member Clubs & Delegates: Proposed By-Laws Change
All Master National Retriever Club Contacts and Delegates should have received two documents along with a ballot regarding proposed by-laws change for 2016. Please review these proposed by law changes with your membership and return the ballot
2016 Master National Hotels & RV Parks
25th Anniversary 2016 Master National Greater St. Louis Sept. 29-Oct. 9 August A. Busch Sr. Memorial CA is located in Weldon Spring, MO Hotel Accommodations ***O’Fallon, MO Please Note: Check with each hotel on their dog friendly policy.
2015 MNRCF selects Handler of the Year
The Master National Retriever Club Foundation is pleased to announce the recipient of the 2015 Handler of the Year Award. Ken Vidrine successfully met the criteria for the first annual Bill T. Teague Handler of
New National Retriever Club wins AKC recognition
On behalf of the Master National Retriever Club, the Board of Directors would like to Congratulate the independent Master Amateur Retriever Club on receiving recognition and approval from the American Kennel Club as the newest
