The new MNH Qualifier Rule takes effect this year, which means all MNH dogs are automatically qualified to enter the 2016 Master National. Because this is the first year this rule applies, we have a bit
News
Master National Shout-Out
A big thank you to the 2015 Master National Host Club Co-Chairs Michelle Love and Laurice Williams for their outstanding dedication and work on this year’s event. Michelle and Laurice along with so many volunteers
New Master National Retiring Pin
The Board of Directors has instituted a new Retiring Dog Pin. Designed by John Gerbino, the pin is given to the owner of a retriever who is officially retired from Master National competition. Owners wishing to
2015 Diagrams: Mallard Pond L/W, Palmetto West, Bruce's Farm, Goose Pond L/W
Diagrams for Bruce’s Farm Land/Water, Mallard Pond Land/Water and Palmetto West, Goose Pond Water and Good Pond Land
2015 Opening Shots Mark Atwater
Many thanks to official MNRC Photographer Mark Atwater. Be sure to check UPCLOSEPHOTO.COM for pictures from each flight.
MN Invitations: Address corrections
Almost 1,300 Invitations for the 2015 Master National were mailed out to owners of qualified retrievers this year. In just one batch of invitations sent out last month, almost 40 invitations were returned for incorrect addresses. The
2015 Master National Entry System
The 2015 Master National Entry System will be available to use the first week of August. All Qualified Dogs will be accepted until the specified closing date. The Master National does not limit entries therefore
Special Offer: Master National Coffee Deal
A Master National Retriever Club Coffee Deal you can’t resist! The remaining Black Dog Coffee Traders coffee MUST BE SOLD. Special Offer: $8 per package plus postage. Contact our ‘store guru’ Pam Bunnell at 541-430-2192
UPDATE: Master National Training Property Draw
Marin Retriever Club would like to remind everyone that the FIRST DRAW for training properties will be Friday night October 3rd, at 6 p.m. at the Marin Retriever Club Tent on the test grounds. This
Handler Jackets from Marin Retriever Club
The Marin Retriever Club, our 2014 Host Club, is now offering Golden Lake Handler Jackets for sale with the Marin Retriever Club Commemorative 2014 logo embroidered onto the left chest! Golden Lake has several different
Meet Your Judges (2014)
Region 1 – Pennsylvania Megan Baker It all started with Dalmatians competing in obedience and agility in the late 80’s. After training with many retriever friends, I decided to try a Golden Retriever in 1991.
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
2013 Master National Women’s Challenge Trophy
Congratulations to the newest recipients of the Master National Women’s Challenge Trophy. Lesley Rae-Karnes with Windy City Snake Eyes MNH, qualified in 2010, 2011, 2013. Melissa Robinson Shanks with Pop’s Lucky 13 MNH, qualified in
2014 Master National Judges
The 2014 Master National event will be held in Corning, CA. Dates are Oct. 9-19, 2014. Congratulations to the following individuals selected to judge our next Master National. Region 1: Megan Baker and Michelle Love
Meet Your Judges (2013)
Region 1 – North Carolina Laurice Williams, Sr. It is a true honor to have been selected to represent Region #1 as a judge at the 2013 Master Nationals in Kansas. Thank you Region 1
2012 Master National Photos
Greetings to all. EVERYTHING we photographed has now been uploaded except the recovered files from Flight B, Series 1 (still waiting on Lexar) and photos from the Awards Ceremony. Thank you all for your patience.
MN Black Lab Vodka Raffle Winners
Master National Corporate Sponsor Liaison Alice Rodriguez would like the Black Lab Vodka Raffle Winners to know they haven’t been forgotten! Due to Hurricane Sandy, the Black Lab Vodka bottles that were scheduled to be
Master National Photos Online
Here’s an Update from UpClosePhoto: All right, making some progress. For those of you that had us do commission shoots of your dog, we have begun uploading those images. Here is a link to the
Handlers Instructions from the Judges
HANDLER’S INSTRUCTIONS FROM THE 2012 MASTER NATIONAL JUDGES (Presented at Handler’s meeting, October 19, 2012) 1. Gun safety: Shoulder gun on marks as if shooting birds, use both hands; 2. Handler may safely put gun
2012 Master National Distinguished Service Award
[slideshow]Sallie Sullivan is a true Icon of our sport. In 1999, Sallie served as President of the Master National Retriever Club and in 2003 hosted the Master National event at the Borderline Plantation in Thomasville,
2012 Master National Committee Assignments
The 2012 Master National Committee Assignments have now been posted online. Please check this list before arriving at the Master National so you will be familiar with your Committee Chair and assignment. You are expected
Notice From Eukanuba
Attention Master National Competitors: Eukanuba Performance 30/20 will be available for sale at: Tractor Supply Company, 1404 US Highway 80W, Demopolis, Alabama 36732 Phone: (334) 287-3503 Rick Dirmeyer, representing Eukanuba, will be at the Master
Master National Training & Services Brochure
The Black Warrior Retriever Club Training and Services Brochure is now available in electronic form on the BWRC website. Hard copies of the brochure will be available at the Best Western Headquarters motel about Oct.
Black Warrior Retriever Club 'Dinner on the River'
The Black Warrior Retriever Club cordially invites you to attend the “Dinner On The River,” Saturday, October 20th at 7 p.m. The dinner will be held at the Demopolis Civic Center, 501 N. Commissioners Ave.
Patrick 'Pat' David McHale
The Master National Retriever Club Board of Directors would like to express their deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Pat McHale. Pat passed away in a tragic accident Sept. 24, 2012 at his
Important Notice About Training Birds For Master National
Only training grounds listed in the Training and Services Brochure are exempt from State Licenses! This ONLY apples to Ducks. Pheasants are not regulated by the state therefore NO Permit is required. Click Here for
2012 Master National Flights are posted!
The 2012 Master National flights are posted. Dogs are listed alphabetically until the numeric draw. CLICK HERE TO CHECK FLIGHTS
News of Master National Event Store
Pam Bunnell sends us new information regarding the Master National Event Store. The store will be open on Oct. 19, 2012 at 9 a.m. at the New Era Building in Demopolis. It will be open
Chase Away K9 Cancer video request
Chase Away K9 Cancer will be producing a video for this year’s Master National event. If you have a dog who has been affected by cancer and would like to be included in the video
Order Your Master National Training Birds
Training Birds are available for 2012 Master National from Buettner Farms. Price: $13.50 ducks and $14.50 rooster pheasants Please put in your orders before Wed Oct 10th by either calling/texting Kiley Buettner at 605 351
Meet Your Judges (2012)
Region 1 – South Carolina Michelle Love Region 1 – North Carolina Sidney H. Williams Region 2 – Wisconsin Carol Hynes Region 2 – Wisconsin Rich Pika Region 3 – Texas Bill Teague Region 3
2012 Master National Photographer
The Master National Retriever Club is pleased to announce the selection of Mark L. Atwater of UpClose Photo as the Official Photographer for the 2012 Master National Oct. 18-28th in Greensboro, Alabama. Mark’s retriever photography
2012 Master National Accommodations
Even if you haven’t officially qualified for the 2012 MN, the Board is suggesting you make your hotel reservations early! Hotel rooms will fill up fast! Black Warrior Retriever Club: Where To Stay For private
Remembering Larry Buettner
On behalf of the Master National Retriever Club, the Board of Directors would like to express their sympathy to the family and friends of Larry Buettner. Larry died on March 25that his farm near Webb,
2011 Master National Videos
Be sure to watch the 2010 MN Hall of Fame Inductees, the 2011 MN Retired Dogs and the Tribute to Frankie Prendergast videos now available online! Just go to the Master National Video page for
2011 Master National Photos
2011 Master National Photos taken by Steve Surfman Photography are now available to order online. To view and purchase photos please visit www.stevesurfman.com Click the orange Photo Reflect link at the bottom of the page.
