Congratulations to our 2019 Master National Retriever Club President Jack D. Combs. After nine years serving on the Board of Directors Jack will take the head up the team for Cheraw, SC. Read Jack’s Bio
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MNRC Thanks Event Sponsors and Donors
As you begin training and testing for the 2019 Master National event we would like to remind you to please support our generous Partners. Without their help the Master National event would not be possible.
Master National Gets New Directional Signs
Many thanks to Graphic Designer John Gerbino for creating the great new Flight signs for the Master National event. The new clean look was well received by Sponsors and Handlers this year. John could not
Around The Flights 2018
With Set-Up week behind us, we are ready to roll. Here are some shots from around the flights.
Frankie’s Party 2018
For the first time since the first Master National (1991), Frankie Prendergast has been a part of the Master National event. This year, Frankie was unable to attend but with the help of Joe Rhinehart
Workers’ Appreciation Dinner 2018
Thank you to all our wonderful volunteer workers. Without you we would Not be able to continue a Master National event of this size. We hope you enjoyed the evening?
Wisconsin Amateur Field Trial Club Holds Junior Fun Test
We all know that getting juniors involved in handling dogs and running hunt tests is critical to the continuation of our sport. The Wisconsin Amateur Field Trial Club is putting that belief in practice and
Clayton Crawford Award Announced
MNRC President Kevin Bunnell presented Annette Pacheco with the Clayton Crawford Award for her outstanding service and dedication as 2018 Hunt Test Chair. As a Board Member and Secretary of the host club, Umpqua Valley
Diagrams: 3rd and 4th Series
Flight A Strader Water Test This test is a Water Triple with a Single Blind. Bird #1 is a dead duck thrown across the pond from left
MNRC Announces Distinguished Service Awards
Pam Bunnell, Janet Peters and Terry Elliott
Diagrams: Series 2
Flight A Strader Land Water. This test is a Land Water Triple, single Blind with a Diversion Shot. Bird #1 is a dead duck thrown left to right directly in
AKC Reports on State of Hunt Test Program
The following is a report prepared by AKC Representative Joe Rhinehart delivered at the MNRC Annual Meeting, Friday, October 19, 2018. I have been tasked by the AKC with the assignment to present to you
Opening Ceremony 2018
In addition to the traditional Reception, Auction and Starting Dog Selection two “special” guests paid a visit to the MNRC Opening Ceremony and Banquet Thursday, October 18th to officially kick off the 2018 Event. Two
2018 Master National Diagrams: Series 1
Flight D Lynch Land Triple Lynch Land-Water. This test is a Walkup Land/Water Triple with a Flyer and a Single Blind. Bird #1 is a dead duck thrown right to
2018 Handlers and Annual Meeting
President Kevin Bunnell opened the meeting on Friday October 19, 2018. The Handler’s Meeting began with Chief Marshal Allen Dillard announcing the Judges pairing. He cautioned Handlers of the narrow bridges and curvy roads and
Important Notice: Bird Disposal
For those of you in Pre-National Training, here’s a message from MNRC President Kevin Bunnell regarding Bird Disposal! There are two locations for bird disposal! There is a dumpster located at Bunnell’s Overhead Door, 991
Master National Store Opens Friday
The MNRC Event Store will be opening Friday, Oct 19th at 8 AM. Note the time change, it’s earlier to accommodate crowds prior to our 10:30 am-11:30 am Mandatory Handlers Meeting. Please look for signs for
Master National to Begin Thursday
It’s all set to begin Thursday with the Handler’s Banquet, followed by Handler’s Registration and Mandatory Handler’s Meeting on Friday and our FIRST SERIES starting on Saturday! Good Luck to everyone and a Big Thank
Setup Week in Oregon 2018
Judges, the Board of Directors and volunteers from Umpqua Valley Retriever Club worked very hard setting up tests, unpacking boxes and getting everything ready for this week’s 2018 Master National event in Roseburg, Oregon. Thank
2018 Master National Schedule of Events
2018 Master National Roseburg Oregon Thursday, October 18, 2018 Douglas County Fairgrounds, 2110 SW Frear Street, Roseburg, OR 97471 Conference Hall 5:00 pm Social Reception & Silent Auction begins 6:00 pm Opening Ceremony
Important Notice: Judge Change for 2018
Master National Retriever Club is pleased to announce that former Master National Judge Fred Collins has accepted the invitation to judge at this year’s Master National. Collins will replace Keith Maready. Maready had to withdraw from
AKC Retriever Hunting Test Advisory Committee Report
2018 AKC Retriever Hunting Test Advisory Committee (RHTAC) Report Master National Retriever Club’s Annual Event October 19, 2018 Douglas County Fairgrounds Roseburg, Oregon On behalf of this committee, I express our thanks to Master National,
2018 MNRC Foundation Report
Master National Retriever Club Foundation (MNRCF, Foundation) Report on status of Foundation to MNRC Delegates & Members October 19, 2018 Roseburg, Oregon As reported last year at this meeting, the establishment of the Foundation that
Roseburg Workers Say Thanks to MNRC
It is not often, our Master National workers say a special thank you to us! The Roseburg church group, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, who helped us at the 2018 event, had a wrap up dinner
What You Need to Know About Shooting Birds In Oregon
If you are planning to shoot live birds, either at the Master National event or in Pre-Master National training, you should know that Oregon has some very strict Statues regarding licensing. Oregon considers pen-raised pheasants
Election of MNRC Board Members
In addition to the two By-Laws Amendment changes, MNRC Clubs also received a Ballot for the election of Board Members. Here is the slate clubs will be voting on: Vice President Region 1: Robert Rascoe
Master National Annual Meeting Ballots
Attention: Master National Retriever Clubs MNRC Secretary Elaine Goodner has emailed Ballots to all member clubs. Some clubs will receive two ballots because there are two names in the data base, but each club has
2018 Master National Live Auction and Raffle
We hope everyone returns home with a Master National Plate and Ribbon, but take a a look at the some of the great gifts you might also take home! The Master National Live Auction has
Important Message: By-Laws Change
Second By-Laws Change: Below is a second By-Laws change that will be on the ballot this year. Master Amateur Retriever Club (MARC) is a member club of Master National Retriever Club (MNRC). The Board of
Pre-Event Training Property Draw
Douglas County Fairgrounds 2110 Frear Street, Roseburg, Oregon I-5 Exit 123 Floral Building FRIDAY OCTOBER 12, 2018 5:30 Please park in South Parking lot; the lot closest to the RV park. SUNDAY OCTOBER 14, 2018
2018 Pre-Training Bird Order
Download 2018 Pre Training Bird Order CLEAR CREEK SPORTS CLUB TRAINING BIRD ORDER FORM DATE: ________ Name:_____________________________ Address:________________________________ Cell Phone:__________________ Email:_________________________ NUMBER OF DUCKS ORDERING AND DATE FOR PICKUP: Date_____ Qty. ____ Hens_____ Date_____ Qty.
2018 Master National Running Order
The 2018 Running Order for Flights A – E are now posted. Please check your flight and running order online. 2018 Master National Running Order
2018 Master National Flight Draw
The 2018 Master National flights are posted. Dogs are listed alphabetically within each flight. CLICK HERE TO VIEW FLIGHTS For problems contact Hunt Test Secretary Frank Barton fbarton@bartonpowersports.com
2018 Master National Grounds
Here’s a peek at a few of the properties that will be used for the 2018 Master National in Roseburg, Oregon. Take a look around.
2017 New Master National Hall of Fame Retrievers
Congratulations to our new Hall of Fame Master National Retrievers! And just a reminder, if you would like to be included in our Hall of Fame video this year, please gather up your information now!
Meet Your Judges (2018)
Region 1 – Virginia Robert C. Johnson I am honored to have the opportunity to be a part of this event, as I represent Region 1. Our events would not be possible without your participation,
