The Board of Directors of the Master National Retriever Club is pleased to announce it has selected Will Kernodle and Doug McGuire as judges for the 2021 Master National event. Will Kernodle will represent Region
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MNRC Selects 2022 Master National Site
The Master National Retriever Club Board of Directors has selected the Columbia Basin area of Washington state to host the 2022 Master National event. The Tri Cities area of Washington includes the towns of Pasco,
AKC Hunt Test Advisory Committee Makes New Appointment
The American Kennel Club Hunt Test Advisory Committee is pleased to announce a new appointments to its group. Robert (Bob) Montler of Pennsylvania has agreed to serve in this volunteer position. Doug Ljungren, AKC Executive
Community Bids Farewell to Former MNRC President
A service celebrating the life of Bill Truman Teague was held in at the First United Methodist Church in Nacogdoches, Texas on March 20, 2021. The Master National Retriever Club was saddened to learn that
AKC Recommendations for Handling a Positive COVID Case During or After an Event
CLUBS: FOR YOUR INFORMATION. The American Kennel Club has released a set of recommendations regarding COVID. Please protect yourself and others from infection while at events by wearing a face covering over your nose and
Attention Clubs: Grants Available for Advanced Judging Seminars
The Master National Retriever Club (MNRC) wants to remind you about the Master National Retriever Club AKC Advanced Judges/Handler Seminar Grant Program. The deadline for submitting your grant request is February 1. The MNRC is
Former MNRC President, Bill Teague Dies
As news of Bill’s death reaches the Master National Community, the MNRC is receiving comments from those who have worked with him. So remember, “All days are good, some are just better than others.” ~Bill
Master National recognizes H. Cooper Black, Sand Hills Forest
On behalf of the Master National Retriever Club, Corporate Sponsor Liaison Michelle Love presented a special gift to Eric Dusa, Site Manager at the H. Cooper Black Memorial Field Trial and Recreation Area in Cheraw,
MNRC Foundation Report 2020
Master National Retriever Club Foundation (MNRCF) September, 2020 Please Note: Due to the Cancellation of the 2020 Master National, Foundation President Bill Teague was unable to deliver his yearly address to the MNRC community. It
2021 Hotel Accommodations
Best Western – McCall 211 S 3rd St, McCall, ID 83638 Phone: (208) 634-2230 66 rooms Special rate for Master National — dog friendly 15 rooms pet fee $30 Discount on pet fee
Charles Pugh Appointed Region 3 Director
The Master National Board of Directors has appointed Charles Pugh of Scurry, Texas Region 3 Director. Charles will fill the position left vacant as Chuck Strange becomes Region 3 Vice President. Congratulations Charles and we
Set Aside of Entries for Amateurs
November 2020 To: All Clubs Licensed to Host Retriever Hunting TestsSubject: Reduction of Mileage Conflict / Set Aside of Entries for Amateurs This is to inform your club of (2) upcoming changes to the Regulations
Foundation Presents First Humanitarian Award
The Master National Retriever Club Foundation is pleased to announce the selection of Rody Best as the recipient of the 2019 “Humanitarian Sportsman Recognition”. This is the first year for the Humanitarian Recognition and professional
Junior Handler Receives MNRC Foundation Award
Congratulations to Haleigh McKeithan, the Master National Foundation’s 2019 “Handler of the Year”, 13-17-year-old category. Haleigh is a 17-year-old Laney High School student in Wilmington, North Carolina. The award consists of a personal plaque, her
2021 MNRC President, Chief Marshal Begin Terms
The Master National Retriever Club Board of Directors are pleased to welcome our 2021 President Keith Winch (Region 3) and 2021 Chief Marshal Keith Maready (Region 1). The ‘Keiths’ will lead the Master National Board
New Secretary to Serve on MNRC Board
After eight years as Master National Retriever Club Secretary, Elaine Goodner has decided to retire. We thank Elaine for so many years of volunteer service to the MNRC. The Secretary position requires a great deal
A Look Forward to 2021
We are sad today, thinking the 2020 Master National Opening Banquet would be taking place tonight. We understand how all our handlers feel, having trained and tested their retrievers for a year, preparing for this
Dogs Carrying Over Two Passes To 2021
Here is a list of dogs carrying over 2 passes to the 2021 Master National qualifying year from 2020. List of Dogs Carrying Over 2 PassesDogs that received a qualifying score at the 2019 event
MNRC Clubs: Please Vote Deadline is Sept. 24
Important Reminder: Ballots are due by email or USPS mail by September 24th. Please ask your delegate or club contact to VOTE! Information about Board of Directors positions and Annual Meeting materials have been emailed
Idaho to Host 2021 Master National
Congratulations to the Treasure Valley Hunting Retriever Club . TVHRC has been selected to host our 2021 Master National event in Valley County, Idaho. Dates will be September 30 until October 10, 2021. Located 112
Longtime MNRC handler, Bob Meyer Dies
We are saddened to report that longtime Master National handler and supporter, Robert Bob (Dusty) Meyer has died. Bob passed away on August 26, 2020, after years of battling with Alzheimer’s. He was 83 years
Attention MNRC Clubs: 2020 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
Deadline Extended for Hall of Fame and Retiring Videos
UPDATE: MNRC will produce the HOF and Retiring Videos for 2020. They will be posted 0n our Master National website / Social Media . And the videos will be shown at the 2021 Handler’s Banquet
MNRC Sets New Requirements for 2021 Event
Dear Members of the Master National Community, These past few weeks have been a reminder of just how connected we are to one another. I want to thank you for your patience as we adjust
Meet Your Judges (2020)
Region 1 – Pennsylvania Megan Baker Since my last Master National Judging experience in 2014 I have continued to give back to the sport we all love so much. I am currently running 4 Golden
Updated List of Qualifiers for 2020 Under New Rules
An updated list of qualifiers for the 2020 event has posted. As of June 26, there are 1,621 retrievers qualified under the Special Criteria for 2020. The 2020 Master National has been canceled. It was
2020 Master National To Be Canceled
It has become clear that we cannot provide for the health, safety, and well being of our participants, judges, hosts, and sponsors while at the same time conducting the event in a manner that respects
Deadline Nears for Hall of Fame and Retiring Videos
UPDATE: MNRC will produce the HOF and Retiring Videos for 2020. They will be posted Online. And shown at the Handler’s Banquet in 2021 in Idaho. It’s time to get your information together so we
National Master Videos – 2020
2020 & 2021 Retiring Dogs
Special Notice: MNRC Professional Trainers & All Handlers
On behalf of the Master National Retriever Club Board of Directors, and with fervent support from president Allen Dillard, Michelle and Rex want to express our collective concern about your personal, family and kennel health,
Region 4 Names New 2020 Master National Judge
The Master National Retriever Club is pleased to announce that John Kinnard has accepted the invitation to judge at this year’s Master National. Kinnard will replace Ron Margiotta.Margiotta had to withdraw from judging. John Kinnard
Important Notice: Judge Change for 2020
The Master National Retriever Club is pleased to announce that Dale Langhorne has accepted the invitation to judge at this year’s Master National. Langhorne will replace Eric Fryer. Fryer withdrew from judging due to health
Updated List of Qualifiers for 2020 Under New Rules
An updated list of qualifiers for the 2020 event has been posted. As of May 1, there are 1,475 retrievers qualified under the Special Criteria for 2020. The 2020 Master National will be held on
AKC Issues Retriever Hunting Test Suggested Best Practices
As Clubs begin to schedule AKC Hunt Tests again, the American Kennel Club Wednesday issued its suggested Best Practices for the safety of the handlers, club volunteers and exhibitors. Suggested Best Practices for the Well-Being
MNRC Makes Changes to 2020 Master National Qualification
The Master National Board of Directors is committed to providing updates regarding the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the 2020 event. The Board has completed an initial assessment and analysis of available 2020 qualification information,
Master National Retriever Club: COVID-19 Status Update
A message from President Allen Dillard: The Master National Retriever Club is continuously monitoring the status of the COVID-19 event and is committed to keeping you informed of any updates, developments, or changes that will
