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
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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
2016 Master National Ceremonies to be held at Purina Farms
The Dardenne Retriever Club announced that the 2016 Master National Opening and Closing Ceremonies will be held at Purina Farms in Gray Summit, Missouri. The activities will take place at the Purina Event Center and the
MNRC names new Corporate Sponsor Liasions
The Master National Retriever Club is pleased to announce the appointment of two new leaders for the Corporate Sponsor Program. Appointments include Michelle Love from the Carolinas and Rex Gibson from Katy, Texas. Michelle and Rex have accepted
Host Club Announced for 2016 Master National
The Dardenne Retriever Club will be the host club of the 25th Anniversary Master National event to be held in St. Louis, MO at the August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area on September 29 –
Master National 2015 Gallery
Thank you to Master National Board Member Randy Frager who shared some of his wonderful photos. Enjoy!
2015 Proposal for By Law Change on Judging Selection
Here is the Club by Club vote on the proposal to make a By Law Change on Judging Selection. 107 votes were cast. 71 votes are needed for 2/3 majority. 53 YES votes were cast
Master National Shout-Out
A big thank you to the 2015 Master National Host Club Co-Chairs Michelle Love and Laurice Williams for their outstanding dedication and work on this year’s event. Michelle and Laurice along with so many volunteers
New Master National Retiring Pin
The Board of Directors has instituted a new Retiring Dog Pin. Designed by John Gerbino, the pin is given to the owner of a retriever who is officially retired from Master National competition. Owners wishing to
2015 Master National Retriever License Plates
Take a look at some of the great license plates seen at the 2015 Master National. There are so many ways to say ‘retriever’ — and they are all good! Enjoy.
Closing Ceremonies 2015
Thank you to our Master National Sponsors, the magnificent judges, the Master National Board of Directors, Host Clubs Cooper River and Lumber River RC and the hundreds of volunteers that made this event the largest
Youth Handler & Handler of Year Award
“Youth Handler of the Year Award” Policy The “Youth Handler of the Year Awards” (Awards) were established by the Foundation in 2015 at the suggestion of an active supporter of the annual Retriever Hunting Test
2016 Master National Judges
The 25th Anniversary of the Master National will take place at the August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area on September 29 – October 9, 2016 in Weldon Spring, MO. The judges for the 2016
Meet Your Judges (2015)
Region 1 – Ohio Martin Bell It is an honor and privilege to be selected by the Region 1 Master National Retriever Club member clubs as one of their Master National judges for 2015 but
2015 Diagrams: Byrd's Campground, Furr's Pitt, Wood Duck, Clubhouse Land, Mallard Pond and Goose Pond
2015 Diagrams: Byrd’s Campground, Furr’s Pitt, Wood Duck, Clubhouse Land, Mallard Pond and Goose Pond. Thank you to Hunt Test Chair Frank Barton.
2015 Diagrams: Mallard Pond L/W, Palmetto West, Bruce's Farm, Goose Pond L/W
Diagrams for Bruce’s Farm Land/Water, Mallard Pond Land/Water and Palmetto West, Goose Pond Water and Good Pond Land
Frankie's Party at the 2015 Master National
Probably our biggest cheerleader is MNRC Handler Frankie Predergast. Frankie has attended EVERY Master National Event! And what’s even better he personally is responsible for hosting a great party each year for everyone to attend. Thanks