Scott Corley of Oak Harbor, Washington has been elected to serve as Vice President of Region IV. Welcome Scott, we look forward to working with you this year. Read Scott’s Bio below. My name is
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2025 Master National Award Winners
The Clayton Crawford Award recipient is Kevin Buchman, Host Chair of the 2025 Event. The MNRC Distinguished Service Awards were presented to Michelle Love, CSL; Jimmy Hughes former MNRC Treasurer and Melissa Lutz Manager of
2026 Master National Team
The Master National Team will work with the Host Committee to prepare for the 2026 Event. Master National President Annette Pacheco will work with Chief Marshal Frank Barton and Assistant Chief Marshal Mike Woodbury. More
New Corporate Sponsor Liaison Appointed
The MNRC Board has appointed Yolanda Buchman as the new CSL. Yolanda served on the 2025 Host Committee and was a part of the Sheriff’s Posse. Yolanda replaces Michelle Love, who after 10 years of
For Sale: Guardian Dogs and Gun Stands
So many handlers have asked about buying a Guardian Dog Sign and Gun Stand that Host Chairman Kevin Buchman has inquired about getting some made. Here is a link and QR code to register for
Last Chance to Order MN Clothes
Good News for those wanting Master National clothing. The following items have been added to the store and will ship the week of Thanksgiving. The Master National Store open online
2025 Master National is Complete
It’s the day after and everyone has left the Fairgrounds. 2025 Master National was a big challenge with 1,173 dogs entered. Please thank our Judges, the MNRC Board of Directors; President Charles Pugh, Chief Marshal
Call Backs 2025
How to useSearch by dog or handler: Type all or part of the name in the search box above the table.Filter entries to display only a specific flight: Type the flight letter in the box
2024 Hall of Fame Video
Congratulations to these wonderful retrievers who earned the AKC their MNH title at the 2024 Master National in Kentucky. This video can also be viewed from our MN Homepage, then click Media > then Videos.
2025 Retiring Dogs Video
Many participants did not have the chance to see this video. Now you can enjoy them online, and if you have a Smart TV you can play the videos on our Master National Retriever Club
Judges Pairings
Flight A Judges Pairings Terrie Sato and Lillian Logan Flight B Ted de Looze and Fred Perini Flight C Dale Langhorne and Janice Masica Flight D Billie Helwick and Randy Morton Flight E Ken Gilbert
Stellar Water
Stellar Water This test is a walk-up water triple. The test starts with a diversion shot while the dog is in the holding blind, and a “Here Comes One” Dead bird number one, the walk-up
Homestead 2 Land Water
Homestead 2 Land Water Bird number one, Flyer is the right mark and is shot right to left down at around 70yards. Bird two, a dead bird is the middle mark and thrown left to
Strickland Land Water
Strickland Land Water This test is a land triple/water combo with a double blind and honor. Bird number one, dead bird is the left mark and is thrown right to left down the point at
Penn Vant Land
PennVant Land This test is a Land Triple, with a pheasant flyer, double blind and honor. Bird #1 is a dead pheasant from the middle station, thrown right to left and lands approximately 127 yds
Fuller 145 Land Water
Fuller 145 Land/Water This test is a Land/ Water Triple, with a duck flyer, double blind and honor. Bird #1 is a duck flyer from the left station, thrown right to left and lands approximately
Homestead Valentine Trees
Homestead 1 This test is a land triple with a double blind and honor. Bird number one, dead bird is the middle mark and is thrown left to right at 105 yards. Bird number two
Fuller 145 Land
Fuller 145 Land This test is a Land Triple, with a pheasant flyer, double blind and honor. Bird #1 is a dead pheasant from the left station, thrown left to right and lands approximately 61
Stellar Land Water
A Stellar Land Water This test is a land triple/water combo with a double blind and an honor. Bird number one, dead bird is the middle mark and is thrown left to right at 98
Cours Land
Cours time for a beer This test is a land triple with a double blind and an honor. Bird number one, dead bird is right mark and is thrown left to right at 85 yards.
Free Comprehensive Dog Profiles From Retriever Results
Congratulations to the owners, handlers and breeders with dogs qualified for the 2025 Master National. As an Event Sponsor, Retriever Results is giving the MNRC community a chance to see their dog’s like never before. Retriever Results is
Watch Out For Fire Ants
A word of caution for those who have never been to Texas properties . Beware of Red Ants also known as Fire Ants. Something you have to deal with in this area is biting ants
Slight Schedule Change For Thursday
There has been a slight schedule change to the MNRC Mandatory Handlers’ Meeting on Thursday. At 1 pm and prior to the start of the Handlers’ Meeting there will be presentations from the AKC, the
Celebrity Athlete Comes to Master National To Work
We had a very special worker helping to set up tests for the Master National this year. Gavin Scott Williams, starting baseball pitcher for the Cleveland Guardians of Major League Baseball worked not as a
Drivers Beware
On behalf of the Master National Board of Directors and the local host committee your safety, and that of our canine competitors, is paramount. To this end, there are traffic situations to make you aware
Stay Off Test Grounds
Folks have been spotted on Test Site grounds. Please be aware that unauthorized people are NOT allowed to be on test grounds until Friday. No exceptions! This is Unsportsmanlike Conduct. Stay away.
Nominate Someone for a Master National Foundation Award
Awards include Youth Handler, Handler of the Year and Humanitarian Sportsman Recognition MNRC Foundation Award Nominations will open on November 10, 2025. Deadline to submit nominations is December 15, 2025. All nominations should be sent
Master National Store Opens Online
The Master National store Online is now open at: www.MasterNationalStore.com Preorders are being taken Online. Getting a preorder in insures you get exactly what you want in the right size. The Master National store will
Still Need Accommodations for Texas?
There are RV Hook Ups and a new hotel available. There are some NEW RV Hook ups available for the 2025 event. The livestock arena at the Fairgrounds in Giddings is providing RV hook ups
Running Order 2025
The Running Order for the 2025 Master National is complete. Dogs to the line, Friday, October 31. Flight locations to be posted via Text Msg and MNRC website and on Social Media.
2025 Schedule of Events
Lee/Bastrop Counties, Texas Thursday, October 30, 2025Lee County Fairgrounds, 2495 US-290, Giddings, TX 78942 8:00 am – 4:00 pm MNRC Store & Vendor Village Open 8:00 am – 11:45 am Handler Registration – Organized by
Entered Dogs – 2025
Retrievers entered into the 2025 Master National Event in Bastrop, Lee County, Texas. The event runs from Thursday, October 30 to Sunday, November 9.
Important Notice to MNRC Member Clubs
Annual Meeting Business and Bylaws Proposal Submission Reminder Dear MNRC Member Clubs, We wish to express our sincere appreciation for your continued engagement and valuable insights that help guide the direction and success of the
Deadline Nears for Hall of Fame, Retiring Videos
Special Notice: If your dog received his MNH title in 2024, you are eligible for the 2024 Hall of Fame Video. These videos will be shown at the 2025 Master National Handler’s Banquet in Texas. If you are Retiring
Limiting Entries At The Master National
Prioritized Entry Announcement Please note: MNRC Secretary Dede Patterson has already emailed all MNRC Clubs this announcement. Out of respect to our clubs we waited to post publicly. In January 2025, the American Kennel Club
Become A Master National Sponsor – See your Name in the 2025 Catalog
Show your support of the Master National Retriever Club and see your name in our 2025 Event Catalog. The deadline for catalog ads is fast approaching so act now. If you would like to become