A word of caution for those who have never been to H. Cooper Black properties . Beware of Red Ants also known as Fire Ants. It’s really the only thing we have to deal with
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2019 Master National Silent 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 Silent Auction and
Deadline Approaches for Annual Meeting Ballots
Attention: Master National Retriever Clubs MNRC Secretary Elaine Goodner has emailed Annual Meeting Ballots to all member clubs. Some clubs will receive two ballots because there are two names in the data base, but each
Advice for the First-Time Master National Handler
What advice do you have for the handler who is coming to the Master National for the first time? So many handlers come to this event each year, and we often forget what it was
AKC.TV Creates Hunt Test Video
Thank you AKC.TV ! You produced a super video for a general audience, one that explains what the AKC Hunt Tests are all about. A special thanks goes out to Doug Ljungren, Caroline Murphy and
Shop Till You Drop: MNRC Store Extravaganza
The Master National Retriever Club Merchandise Store will open on Friday, October 18th at 8 a.m.. This will be the last year Store Managers Pam Bunnell & Terry Elliot will be hosting the store. So
Annual Meeting Info, Judges Ballot Sent to Clubs
In the next few days contacts and delegates will be receiving documents pertaining to the MNRC Annual Meeting scheduled for Friday, October 18th in Cheraw, South Carolina. Ballots for election of board members and selection of 2020
2019 Master National Flight Draw
H. Cooper Black Sporting Dog Facility The 2019 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
Entries for 2019 Master National Top 1,000
Congratulations to all those who have entered the 2019 Master National! Our event on October 17-27th in Cheraw, South Carolina will be the Largest Retriever Event in the world! 1,020 retrievers are expected to run
2019 Master National Entries Now Closed
The 2019 Master National Entry System is now closed. Good Luck and See you in Cheraw, SC! See a List of 2019 Entered Dogs 2019 Master National Premium 2019 Master National Event Page
How to Spot the Toxic Algae That's Killing Dogs
Dog owners in the Southeast are spreading the word about the dangers of contaminated water following the deaths of their beloved pets. In Wilmington, North Carolina, three dogs died after frolicking in a pond, while another succumbed
Remembering Past Master National Events
Here’s another installment of our Memories videos. All four parts will be shown at the 2019 Master National Opening Banquet on Thursday, October 17th. We hope you can join us!
2019 Master National Schedule of Events
Note: 2019 Master National Events take place in Hartsville & Cheraw, South Carolina Thursday, October 17, 2019 DeLoach Center at Coker College, 300 East College Avenue, Hartsville, SC 5:00 pm Social Reception & Silent Auction
2019 Master National Entered Dog List
Congratulations on entering the 2019 Master National! Our event on October 17-27th at the H Cooper Black Sporting Dog Facility in Cheraw, South Carolina is expected to be the Largest Retriever Event in the world.
FINAL UPDATE: Dogs Qualified to Run 2019 Event
As of July 27, 2019 there are 1,258 retrievers qualified to run the Event in Cheraw. This represents the largest single number in Master National History! Congratulations to all these fine retrievers. This represents a
DEADLINE IS THURSDAY: Photos of Retiring and Hall of Fame Dogs
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 2019 Master National in Cheraw, South Carolina
MNRC Club Fees Due August 1
Notice for 2019-2020 Master National Retriever Club dues were sent via email to all member clubs’ Contacts and Delegates of record on June 1, 2019. The $100. dues are due by August 1, 2019 and
2019 MNRC Vendor Application Form
NEW MNRC VENDOR APPLICATION FORM
2019 MNRC Vendor Regulations Letter
The Master National Retriever Club (MNRC) thanks you for your interest in being a vendor at our annual national event. We are an AKC recognized and licensed performance events club. MNRC is made up of
2018 MNRC Foundation Handler Awards Announced
The Master National Retriever Club Foundation is proud to announce the 2018 Handler of the Year. The Bill T. Teague Handler of the Year Award was earned by Lyle Steinman of Gower, Missouri and Natchez,
LAST CALL: Photos of Retiring and Hall of Fame Dogs
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 2019 Master National in Cheraw, South Carolina
MNRC Call for Donations
The qualification period for the 2019 Master National Retriever Club Annual Event closes in less than 20 days. Best of luck to all! The MNRC Annual Event is undoubtedly the world’s largest canine retriever event
MNRC Foundation Announces Humanitarian Sportsman Recognition
The Master National Retriever Foundation announces a new “Humanitarian Sportsman Recognition award for individuals or groups within the Retriever Hunting Test (RHT) Sport that participate in the Master National Retriever Hunting Test program and provide
Annual Meeting and Notice of Deadlines
Attention Master National Clubs. All Master National Clubs have been sent a notice of deadlines for nomination of Board Members and new business items for the Master National Annual Meeting. The meeting will be held
Calling for Photos of Retiring and Hall of Fame Dogs
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 2019 Master National in Cheraw, South Carolina
Important Notice: Judge Change for 2019
The Master National Retriever Club is pleased to announce that Stacy Overcash Atkins has accepted the invitation to judge at this year’s Master National. Atkins will replace Joe Eschert. Eschert was replaced from judging due
AKC Appoints Chair of Retriever Advisory Committee
Doug Ljungren, Executive Vice President Sports and Events of the American Kennel Club has appointed Jack D. Combs as the new Chair of the AKC Retriever Hunting Test Advisory Committee. “I’m very excited and look forward to working with the
Attention: Hunt Test Secretaries
A Special Note to all Master National Club Secretaries. There is a new Mailing Address for Marked Hunt Test Catalogues. Please send your club’s marked catalogue to : Frank Barton, c/o Barton Powersports, 1805 Wheeler
A Look Back at the 2018 Master National
As you prepare for the 2019 Master National in Cheraw, South Carolina take a look back at some of the scenes from the Master National of 2018 in Roseburg, Oregon.
2019 Master National Elected Judges
Congratulations to the newly elected judges for the 2019 Master National event October 17-27 at the H Cooper Black Recreation Area in Cheraw, South Carolina. Here is the slate elected by our Master National clubs.
Calling for Photos of 2018 Hall of Fame Dogs
It’s time to get your information together so you can include your dog in the 2018 Master National Hall of Fame Video. The video will premiere at the Handler’s Banquet at the 2019 Master National
AKC Appoints New Field Representatives to Retriever Program
The following is a press release from the American Kennel Club: March 09, 2019 The Performance Events Department is pleased to announce the addition of 3 new field representatives to the Retriever Program. Kevin Bunnell,
2018 New Master National Hall of Fame Retrievers
Congratulations to our new 2018 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
2019 Master National Hotels & Accommodations
Hotel Accommodations Hartsville, SC – approx. 25-30 minutes from H Cooper Black * Please check with the hotel on pet policy Hampton Inn – ****MNRC Headquarters**** 203 East Carolina Avenue Hartsville, SC 29550 843-332-2128
Double Your Impact to Fight Canine Cancer
In 2019 the American Kennel Club will match eligible donations and Donor Advised Fund transfers to CHF’s Canine Cancer Research Initiative with an equal donation to CHF for canine health research, up to $250,000. To
Minnesota to Host 2020 Master National
Congratulations to the Greater Minnesota Hunt Test Association (GMHTA) . The GMHTA has been selected to host our 2020 event in the St. Cloud, Minnesota area. Dates will be September 24th until October 4, 2020.
