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
Board News
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
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
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
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
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
Meet the 2020 Master National Judges
The MNRC wants to thank the dedicated judges who will give up two weeks of their life to become a part of Master National History. Here’s a look at these impressive hunt test judges. CLICK
Foundation Selects Sallie Sullivan Handler of Year
Sallie P. Sullivan of Thomasville, Georgia has been selected by the Master National Retriever Club Foundation as the recipient of the 2019 “Bill T. Teague Handler of the Year.” She becomes the first woman to
MNRC Announcement Regarding COVID-19 Situation
The Master National Retriever Club is acutely aware of the circumstances developing due to the cancellation of AKC hunt tests in response to the COVID-19 situation. The MNRC supports all member clubs who have made
2020 Master National Tests Will Use Ducks Only
A notice to our 2020 Master National Retriever Hunt Test participants from MNRC President Allen Dillard: As our event continues to grow, it has reached a size that has forced the Master National Retriever Club
AKC Entry Notice Urgent Action Required
The AKC has requested that Entry Express comply with the AKC Rules/Regulations when accepting entries as agent for clubs hosting AKC events. Chapter 1, Section 16 of the Regulations & Guidelines for AKC Hunting Tests
Calling for Photos for Hall of Fame and Retiring Videos
It’s time to get your information together so we can include your dog in our Master National Videos. The videos will premiere at the Handler’s Banquet at the 2020 Master National in St. Cloud, Minnesota
Meet the New Master National Hall of Fame Retrievers
Congratulations to our new 2019 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
2020 Master National Area Hotels
2020 Master National Area Hotels **Committee Recommended Residence Inn St. Cloud ** HOST HOTEL Waite Park, MN Reserve by Phone 320-640-0200 Rates for this property: $99 – $154 Courtyard St. Cloud **HOST HOTEL Saint Cloud,
Judges Elected for 2020 Master National
The judges election was announced at the 2019 Annual Meeting, Friday, Oct. 18 by MNRC Secretary Elaine Goodner. Region 1 Megan Baker and Christian Ricker and Robert Johnson Region 2 Jimmy Olsweski; Alan Bruhin and
Changes to the MNRC Board of Directors Announced
The Master National Retriever Club announces the following changes to the current Board of Directors. Region 1 Director Keith Maready will become Region 1 Vice President following the resignation of current VP Robert Rascoe. Robert
2020 MNRC President, Chief Marshal Begin Term
Congratulations to our 2020 Master National Retriever Club President Allen Dillard. After serving on the Board of Directors as Vice President of Region 2, Allen will lead the team for the 2020 event in St.
New: 2020 List of MNRC Clubs
Attention Club Secretaries: Please take a look at our updated 2020 list of MNRC Member Clubs to be sure your club is listed. If your club is not showing, your dues are in the arrears.
AKC Retriever Hunting Test Advisory Committee (RHTAC) Report
AKC Retriever Hunting Test Advisory Committee (RHTAC) Report Presented by President Jack D. Combs at the MNRC Annual Event October 18, 2019 DeLoach Center at Coker College Hartsville, South Carolina Mr. Bill Teague has served
MNRC Foundation Report
Report on status of Foundation to MNRC Delegates & Members, October 18, 2019. Cheraw, South Carolina As previously reported, the establishment of the Foundation that functions as a totally separate, IRS 501 (c) (3) organization
Last Call: Entries for Youth, Handler of Year, Humanitarian Awards
Entries for the Master National Retriever Club Foundation awards will soon close. Please take a few minutes to review the requirements for A Youth Handler, Handler of the Year, and Humanitarian Award and nominate someone
Handler's Banquet Opens 2019 Event
Thank you Michelle Love and Rex Gibson for organizing a fabulous Handler’s Banquet. It was great to see so many ol’ friends enjoying a yearly reunion plus meeting all the new Handlers who joined us
Get Your Free Closing Ceremony Award Photo
Professional Photographer Barbara Bozeman of Sights & Hounds Photography is offering the Closing Ceremony Award Photos to all for FREE. She has posted the photos on her Sights & Hounds Facebook page. Sights & Hounds
Call for Entries for Youth, Handler of Year, Humanitarian Awards
Entries for the Master National Retriever Club Foundation awards are now open. Please take a few minutes to review the requirements for A Youth Handler, Handler of the Year, and Humanitarian Award and nominate someone
AKC Announces Hunt Test Rule Changes
Mr. Doug Ljungren, Executive Vice President, AKC Sports & Events announced new rule changes at the 2019 Master National Handler’s Meeting on Friday, October 18th. Ljungren said the AKC Board Of Directors voted to make
