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
Master National
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
New RV Park added to 2025 Master National
The Hill RV Park in Bastrop, Texas has been added to our list of accommodations for the 2025 Master National. TheHillRV.com has pictures and details. We are a new park with resort features such as
New Studio 6 Extended Hotel Opens In Giddings
The new Studio 6 Extended Stay is now open in Giddings, Texas and PETS ARE ALLOWED! Studio 6 Extended Stay301 Cefco LaneGiddings, TX 78942 Phone 979-212-8191
2025 Qualifiers for Master National
New Updates: Qualifier List for 2025 Here is the latest list of Qualifiers for the 2025 Master National event provided by our official source, Retriever Results. Please Note: this list only includes the results of
Important Dates Pertaining to MNRC Annual Meeting
Please Note: This notice was emailed to all MNRC Clubs. If you want to have input on this please be sure to contact your club officers! The 2025 Master National Retriever Club’s Annual Meeting will
Reminder: Submit Your HOF and Retiring Photos
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
Roseburg, Oregon Selected as 2026 Site
The Master National Retriever Club Board of Directors is pleased to announce it has selected Roseburg, Oregon as the site for the 2026 Master National. The event will be held October 2-11, 2026. Opening Ceremonies will
Attention: MNRC Member Clubs
An important notice to the MNRC hunt test community regarding Club renewals. MNRC Secretary Dede Patterson has emailed all MNRC Clubs a membership notice. Club dues for the 2025-2026 are due on August 1, 2025.
Board Appoints New MNRC Treasurer
Congratulations to Paul W. Brady of Lakeway, Texas on his appointment to the Board of Directors as our new Master National Treasurer. His background and skills positions him well to take over the duties of
First Call for Photos for HOF and 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 Bastrop, Texas. If you
New AKC Hunt Test Rules
Attention Hunt Test Handlers. There are two new Retriever Hunt Test rules that will begin on July 1, 2025.
Retriever Results to Provide Qualifiers to MNRC
The Master National Retriever Club is pleased to announce that Retriever Results will be its Official Source of tracking Master National Qualifying passes. During the Qualifying Year (August 1 to July 31) please continue to look
Meet Your Judges (2025)
Region 1 – North Carolina Deb Bodner I am deeply honored to be chosen to judge the Master National. It is a privilege to be able to participate at this level in a sport that
2025 Preview Land Properties
During the MNRC Winter Board Meeting, the Texas Host Committee showed Board Members some of the properties that could be used for the 2025 event. Many thanks to Committee Chairman Kevin Buchman, members of the
Yankee Waterfowlers to Host AKC Advanced Judges Seminar
Yankee Waterfowlers Hunting Retriever Club to Host AKC Advanced Judges Seminar Yankee Waterfowlers Hunting Retriever Club will host an Advanced Judges/Handler Seminar Friday and Saturday, May 9-10, 2025 at Auer farm and at the Nod Brook
Correction: Date Change for WA Test
A new Region 4 Master National Club will hold its first Hunt Test soon. The Samish Retriever Field Trial Club is hosting their first Hunt Test on April 11-13, 2025. There will be a 100-dog
Bronze Labrador Sculptue Unveiled in Thomasville
A bronze Labrador sculpture was recently unveiled at the 29th Wildlife Arts Festival in downtown Thomasville, GA to a crowd of over 150 supporters. The bronze sculpture honored Master National icon Sallie Perkins Sullivan, for
2025 Judges Panel Announced
The 2025 Judges Panel for the Master National is complete. The event will be held Thursday, October 30 – Sunday November 9 in Bastrop/Lee County Texas. Below are the judges selected by the Board of
Board Appoints New Hunt Test Secretary
Congratulations to Nicole Boettger of Celeste, Texas on her appointment to the Baord of Directors as our new Master National Hunt Test Secretary. Her background and skills positions her well to take over the duties
2024 Master National Photo 3
More photos from the 2024 Master National in Paducah, Kentucky.
2024 Master National Photos 2
More photos from the 2024 event held in Paducah, Kentucky.
2024 Master National Photos 1
Take a look back at the 2024 Master National in October at the West Kentucky Wildlife Management Area in Paducah, Kentucky . Thank you to the handlers who sent us photos. And if you don’t
Master National Dogs Featured in Kentucky Magazine
Carol Ullerich, a local author from Paducah, Ky. visited the 2024 Master National event and wrote about three Master National dogs and their handlers. The dogs she featured were chosen because they were of interest