Congratulations to the Rainier Hunting Retriever Club of Washington. The RHRC has received a grant from the Master National Retriever Club to help support a 2-day AKC Advanced Retriever Hunting Test Judge Seminar on April
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2024 Master National Hotels & Accomodations
Host Hotel: La Quinta Inn & Suites by Windham3960 Coleman Crossing Circle, Paducah, KY 42001Phone: (270) 443-4800 There are about 20 hotels in the area – all within 10 miles of the grounds. Here are some
Master National Icon Sallie P. Sullivan Dies
Sallie P. Sullivan, 86, of Thomasville, GA. was a former President, Handler of Year, of Master National Retriever Club Sallie Sullivan, a name known to the entire Hunt Test community, passed away on the evening
Apply to AKC for MNH Title
Are you new to the Master National Hall of Fame? The American Kennel Club has approved an MNH title for retrievers. The MNH, which stands for Master National Hunter, title will be in addition to
First Time Breeds Earn MNH Title
A Standard Poodle and a Boykin Spaniel are first in their breeds to be Hall of Fame retrievers. Congratulations to Duxbury My Ten Cents MH51 MNH SHU, call name Dime on becoming the first Poodle
Nominate Someone for a Master National Foundation Award
MNRC Foundation Award Nominations are now open. Deadline is November 30, 2024 Deadline is November 30, 2024 MNRC Foundation Award Nominations are now open. Deadline is November 30, 2024 All nominations should be sent to:
Board Appoints New Director
Congratulation to Troy Tilleraas of Iowa, newly appointed to the Board of Directors as a Director representing Region 2. Troy is no stranger to the Master National having judged the 2019 and 2022 Events and
Remembering Those We Lost in 2023
2023 was a particularly difficult year for the Master National community. We lost so many special friends to our sport in just one year. In remembrance of those lost, the MNRC presented a Memorial Banner,
2023 Property Owners, Sponsors Recognized at Opening Event
On behalf of the Master National Retriever Club, 2023 President Keith Maready expressed his appreciation to the Landowners and Sponsors of this year’s event at the Opening Ceremony on Thursday, October 26, 2023. Judy Rasmuson,
2023 Amateur Team Excellent Awards
Congratulations to our 2023 Amateur Team Excellent award winners. This award began with the 2018 Master National event to recognize those amateur handler/dog teams that have passed the Master National event three times. The winners
New 2023 Master National Hall of Fame Retrievers
Congratulations to our new 2023 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 of Fame
Region 1 Elects New Director
Congratulation to Jeffrey Henderson newly elected to the Board of Directors representing Region 1. Former Region 1 Director Robby Griffin did not seek re-election. MNRC thanks Robby for his years of dedicated service to the
SetUp Week 2023
Thank you to Barbara Bozeman of Sights and Hounds Photography for these photos taken during set up week October 21 – 25 at the Boston and Pavo Testing properties.
2022 Master National Hall of Fame Retrievers
Each year as the number of participants grows it becomes increasingly difficult to be able to view the Hall of Fame and Retiring Dog videos. This year, we did try to run the videos inside
2023 Master National Retiring Dogs
Each year as the number of participants grows it becomes increasingly difficult to be able to view the Hall of Fame and Retiring Dog videos. This year, we did try to run the videos inside
One More Week Left for Free Detailed Dog Profiles
Congratulations to the owners, handlers and breeders with dogs qualified for the 2023 Master National. As an Event Sponsor, Retriever Results is giving the MNRC community a chance to see a their dogs like never
2023 Master National Diagrams
Duboise Land Flight D Series 4-5 Paramore East Series 1-3 Flight A; Series 4-5 Flight E Nusbickel Flight Series 1-3 Flight B; Series 4-5 Flight H Whites Flight Series 1-3 Flight C; Series 4-5 Flight
Master National Auction Opens Online
The Master National Auction is now open online. The auction closes on November 1. Take a look at some of the great items we have. Also there are other items offered by the Local Host
Election Results From Annual Meeting
The Proposal to make By Laws changes failed. Frank Barton was elected Vice President for Region 2. Jeff Henderson was elected Director for Region 1. Charles Pugh was elected Director for Region 3 and Dede
Text To Get Mobile Snack/Drink Van
Local Paw Patrol Van benefits the Thomasville Humane Beginning Sunday October 29, a mobile snack van or for short “the Paw Patrol” will have mobile delivery of snacks and drinks as needed. Participants just need
Frank Barton Receives AKC Award
On Thursday, October 26, AKC Field Director, Russ Reavis presented longtime Hunt Test Secretary Frank Barton with this award for his 20 years of outstanding service to the Master National Retriever Club and the American
DuBoise Land
Duboise Land This test is a land triple with a flyer, double land blind and an honor. Bird #1 is the Flyer and it is thrown from Left To Right at 115 Yards. Bird #2
AKC Retriever Hunting Test Advisory Committee (RHTAC) Report 2023
Master National Retriever Club’s Annual Event October 26, 2023, Thomasville, GeorgiaSubmitted by Jack Combs, Chair RHTAC On behalf of this committee, I express our thanks to the MNRC Board and the American Kennel Club for
Rotations and Scratches
Series 1 56 Series 2 82 Series 3 108 Series 4 134 Series 5 26 Scratches By Flight A 70 A 88 ; B 33 B 39 B 67 B 78 B 82 B
GPS Hunt Test Locations
Here are Latitude & Longitude GPS Cordinates for our Hunt Test Locations. Parramore Center 30.7661231 -83.8079116 Use this gate for flight only Parramore North 30.7561592 -83.8272507 Stay out of Pecan Orchard, No driving/Parking! Parramore East
Starting Flights and Properties
Each Flight stays at the same property for three Series. Then moves. Starting Flights Friday. Flight A Paramore East; Series 4-5 Flight E Flight B Nusbickel; Series 4-5 Flight H Flight C Whites; Series 4-5
Judges Instructions
Have Fun and Enjoy the Master National Experience Should you need to handle on a mark, handle all the way to the bird. Proper Attire Bucket will be used to drop the birds in, please
Schedule of Events – 2023
Thomasville, Georgia Thursday, October 26, 2023Deep South Fairgrounds, 2057 GA 122, Thomasville, GA 31757 8:00 am – 4:00 pm MNRC Store & Vendor Village Open Handler Registration – Organized by FlightFlight Committee Worker Sign-Up during
Be a Hero and Join ‘Save A Dog’ Effort
A message from Master National Host Chair Beckey Malphus I am very honored to welcome all participants to the 2023 Master National here in Thomasville Georgia. October 26th is fast approaching. The Host clubs, Tallahassee
Diagram: Paramore Center Land, Land/Water/Water
Paramore Center Land This test is a land triple with a double blind and an honor. The flyer is the first bird down on the left side and lands 142 Yds away. Bird 2 is
Diagram: Hayes Land/Land Water/Water
Hayes LandThis test is a Land Triple with a Flyer, Double Blind, and Honor. Bird 1 is thrown left to right in front of the dog landing at 68 Yds. Bird 2 is the flyer
Diagram: Roegiers Land, Land/Water/Water
Roegiers LandThis test is a land triple, with a flyer, double land blind, and honor. Bird #1 is the middle bird and is thrown right to left landing 92 yds from the line. Bird #2
Diagram: Parkinson Land, Land/Water
Parkinson LandThis test is a land triple with a double blind and an honor. The flyer is the first bird down on the left side and lands 142 Yds away. Bird 2 is the middle
Diagram: Paramore North Land, Land/Water
Paramore NorthThis test is a land triple with a flyer, double land blind and an honor. Bird #1 is the Flyer and it is thrown from Left To Right at 130 Yards. Bird #2 is