A judge replacement has become necessary for the event. With regret, Dale Langhorne judge from Region 3 is under a Level 2 Evac for Fire due to Lava Fire area in western Idaho. The winds shifted and fire increased from 30000 to 60000 acres overnight. The fire perimeter line moved west closer to his residence. We will keep Dale and his family in our thoughts and pray that his home and family stay safe.
Chris Nagy, from Region 3 will replace Dale for the event. The MNRC thanks Chris for this last minute substitution. Welcome aboard Chris. Please read Chris’ bio below.
Chris Nagy, Kansas
I have been a dedicated amateur retriever trainer since 1987. I have enjoyed training several dogs to the master level as well as participating in the dog games and meeting
many great people along the way.
I currently live in Kechi, a small town north of Wichita KS. I moved to Kansas about 16 years ago from the Redding area in Northern California. In California I was a member of the Lassen Retriever Club for about 20 years. Since moving to Kansas I became a member of the Jayhawk Retriever Club.
I had the privilege of qualifying and running one of my first dogs in the 1994 Master National which was held in Region 4. There were 250 dogs entered, and it was considered a huge entry. Since then, I had to wait 20 years while balancing work and dog training to once again participate in a national event.
I had a wonderful lab qualify for the 2014 Master National. I came home with a plate and great memories. Since then I worked with another lab and passed her in two Master Amateur Nationals.
I have been a hunt test judge since 1990 judging all levels under different conditions and varying terrain. I truly enjoy watching the teamwork between the handler and their dog.
I want to see everyone succeed.
My continuing interest in retriever training was always helped by my pursuit of waterfowl and upland game. There is nothing more satisfying than making a good shot and then watching your retriever make a great retrieve. It takes teamwork to make that happen, that is what I look for when evaluating dog and handler.
Chris Nagy
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