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Friday, June 16, 2023
2023 NARC Annual Meeting
Friday, June 16th at 3:00 pm (MDT) – Polson High School Gym, Polson, MT
Meeting called to order by Cindy Howard, 2023 NARC President at 3:00 pm.
Cindy Howard delivered the Pledge of Allegiance, and a moment of silence for dogs and handlers lost this year.
Thanks were given to the Landowners, the Judges, and Setup Crew for their hard work and a wonderful week!
Introduction of the Board:
Secretary/Treasurer: Kyle Broussard
4th Vice President: Joel Harris
3rd Vice President: Sonya Harrigfeld-Jackson
2nd Vice President: Jim Rickoff
1st Vice President: Michael Coutu
President: Cindy Howard
Kyle Broussard delivered the roll call. Roll call to accept minutes was accepted.
Financials
$9000 was put in the bank from last year’s NARC thanks to Sonya! She did an excellent job.
Motion to Accept a New Club
Blackduck Retriever Club – accepted
Guest Speaker – Stacy West, AKC Rep
Stacy spends half of his time in our performance events section, and half of his time in Government Relations – the Patriotic Puppy Program.
Stacy gave information and background on the program, which aims to breed/produce more working K9s in the USA.
General Announcements
Guest Speaker – Fran Smith, President of the Labrador Retriever Club
The LRC cares greatly about performance dogs!
Fran reviewed the Conformation Certificate and discussed the 9 components of the evaluation. She and Grayson Kelly are evaluating dogs for the CC today after the meeting. The fee is $20. Dogs must have proof of a D-Locus test to be eligible to get a certificate.
Fran said that the lab Gensol is the most reasonably priced dilute test.
Appreciation Gifts
1. Judges
a. The judges received beautiful hand-made wooden plaques, as well as hand-sewn, monogramed tote bags.
2. Field Trial Chairman
a. Joel Harris received a beautiful hand-made wooden plaque.
Guest Speaker – Jim Rickoff, Retrievers Forever
This new organization will provide funding and advice for grounds acquisition and development, and canine health topics. All donations are tax deductible.
For more information, visit www.retrieverforeverfoundation.org (which will launch in late July)
Welcome - New Managing Editor for Retriever News
Kelsey Wehr spoke briefly giving her background and vision. Reminder, the Retriever News is owned by both National Clubs and welcomes all input.
Recognition – 2022 National Amateur Retriever Champion
Ray Voigt, Purina (right), presented Alvin Hatcher (middle) and Alan Pleasant (left) with a portrait painting of "Dozer" - NFC-AFC Holland Cliffs Blade a Fine Line.
Sponsor Appreciation
Gwen Jones and Joel Harris presented Purina (Karl Gunzer, Ray Voigt and Kelsie Toth) and Avery (David Carrington) with gifts of appreciation.
Guest Speaker – Trudy Gage, PulseVet (Zomedica)
Trudy spoke briefly about this proven, regenerative therapy.
Guest Speaker – Eric Schreiber, Chief Commercial Officer & Peter Selover, Chief Executive Officer – Synovetin OA
This revolutionary treatment targets osteoarthritis.
40% of dogs are thought to have OA, potentially higher in our athletic dogs.
Visit activedognow.com to find a vet licensed in this treatment.
Thank You!
Cindy Howard then thanked Land Owners and Test Site owners with gifts:
Luann Pleasant
Judy Rasmuson
Greg Bartlett
Colby Williams
Cindy & Breck Howard
AKC Reps on Site:
Russ Reavis
Jerry Manny
Stacy West
Photographer:
Mark Atwater – UpClose Photo
Announcers:
Ed Nessleroad
Alex Washburn
Report
The 2024 NARC will be held in Maine.
Chairman will be Mitch Brown.
Chief Marhsal will be Richard Dresser
Headquarters: Fireside Inn and Suites. Waterville, Maine. Special rate - $89.
Judges:
Series 1 & 2
Double, then a blind. Will use all roosters.
Gun Changes will be absolute and posted daily.
Test Dogs Introduced
FC-AFC Duso’s Not Fade Away, “Buddy” GM. Owner/Handler John Robinson, Kalispell, MT
FC-AFC Glenhoma’s Soggy Bottoms Mildred, “Milli” LM. Owners: The Davis Family, Owasso, OK. Handler: Seth Kelly
Starting Dog
Joel Harris brought FC-AFC Chopper’s Final Approach to the stage. She retrieved bumper #92.
Alex Washburn and AFC Coolwater’s Man Behind the Curtain, "Wizard" will start the 1st Series!
Meeting called to order by Cindy Howard, 2023 NARC President at 3:00 pm.
Cindy Howard delivered the Pledge of Allegiance, and a moment of silence for dogs and handlers lost this year.
Thanks were given to the Landowners, the Judges, and Setup Crew for their hard work and a wonderful week!
Introduction of the Board:
Secretary/Treasurer: Kyle Broussard
4th Vice President: Joel Harris
3rd Vice President: Sonya Harrigfeld-Jackson
2nd Vice President: Jim Rickoff
1st Vice President: Michael Coutu
President: Cindy Howard
Kyle Broussard delivered the roll call. Roll call to accept minutes was accepted.
Financials
$9000 was put in the bank from last year’s NARC thanks to Sonya! She did an excellent job.
Motion to Accept a New Club
Blackduck Retriever Club – accepted
Guest Speaker – Stacy West, AKC Rep
Stacy spends half of his time in our performance events section, and half of his time in Government Relations – the Patriotic Puppy Program.
Stacy gave information and background on the program, which aims to breed/produce more working K9s in the USA.
General Announcements
- Cindy Howard reviewed donations going to the Canine Health Fund and Retriever Hall of Fame.
- Cocktail party starts tonight at 6:30, Red Lion Inn.
- Sunday, the Double Header dinner starts at 6:30 at the Golf Course
- Worker’s Party is Tuesday night at 6:30 pm, band starts at 7:30 pm. Location: Heather Pfluger’s house.
Guest Speaker – Fran Smith, President of the Labrador Retriever Club
The LRC cares greatly about performance dogs!
Fran reviewed the Conformation Certificate and discussed the 9 components of the evaluation. She and Grayson Kelly are evaluating dogs for the CC today after the meeting. The fee is $20. Dogs must have proof of a D-Locus test to be eligible to get a certificate.
Fran said that the lab Gensol is the most reasonably priced dilute test.
Appreciation Gifts
1. Judges
a. The judges received beautiful hand-made wooden plaques, as well as hand-sewn, monogramed tote bags.
2. Field Trial Chairman
a. Joel Harris received a beautiful hand-made wooden plaque.
Guest Speaker – Jim Rickoff, Retrievers Forever
This new organization will provide funding and advice for grounds acquisition and development, and canine health topics. All donations are tax deductible.
For more information, visit www.retrieverforeverfoundation.org (which will launch in late July)
Welcome - New Managing Editor for Retriever News
Kelsey Wehr spoke briefly giving her background and vision. Reminder, the Retriever News is owned by both National Clubs and welcomes all input.
Recognition – 2022 National Amateur Retriever Champion
Ray Voigt, Purina (right), presented Alvin Hatcher (middle) and Alan Pleasant (left) with a portrait painting of "Dozer" - NFC-AFC Holland Cliffs Blade a Fine Line.
Sponsor Appreciation
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| (L to R) Gwen Jones, Kelsie Toth, Karl Gunzer, Ray Voigt and David Carrington |
Gwen Jones and Joel Harris presented Purina (Karl Gunzer, Ray Voigt and Kelsie Toth) and Avery (David Carrington) with gifts of appreciation.
Guest Speaker – Trudy Gage, PulseVet (Zomedica)
Trudy spoke briefly about this proven, regenerative therapy.
Guest Speaker – Eric Schreiber, Chief Commercial Officer & Peter Selover, Chief Executive Officer – Synovetin OA
This revolutionary treatment targets osteoarthritis.
40% of dogs are thought to have OA, potentially higher in our athletic dogs.
Visit activedognow.com to find a vet licensed in this treatment.
Thank You!
Cindy Howard then thanked Land Owners and Test Site owners with gifts:
Luann Pleasant
Judy Rasmuson
Greg Bartlett
Colby Williams
Cindy & Breck Howard
AKC Reps on Site:
Russ Reavis
Jerry Manny
Stacy West
Photographer:
Mark Atwater – UpClose Photo
Announcers:
Ed Nessleroad
Alex Washburn
Report
The 2024 NARC will be held in Maine.
Chairman will be Mitch Brown.
Chief Marhsal will be Richard Dresser
Headquarters: Fireside Inn and Suites. Waterville, Maine. Special rate - $89.
Judges:
(Central) Paul Panichi
(Mountain) Larry Morgan
(Pacific) Kurt Naisbitt
Dedication
This year’s NARC is dedicated to Anna Calvert and John & Missy Goettl (pictured above).
2023 Chief Marhsals Introduced:
Don Fregelette
Wayne Stupka
Presentation was given by Don, stay safe and have fun!!
This year’s NARC is dedicated to Anna Calvert and John & Missy Goettl (pictured above).
2023 Chief Marhsals Introduced:
Don Fregelette
Wayne Stupka
Presentation was given by Don, stay safe and have fun!!
Rotation:
5 Rotations were given:
92, 115, 22, 45, 68
After the first 5 rotations, the process is to go to the starting dog, add 5 running dogs, the 6th running dog will start the next series.
5 Rotations were given:
92, 115, 22, 45, 68
After the first 5 rotations, the process is to go to the starting dog, add 5 running dogs, the 6th running dog will start the next series.
- No dog will start a series twice.
- If a test is scrapped and resumed that same day, you will continue with the next dog in order.
- If a test is scrapped and started the next day, the original running order will be adhered to.
- 1st No Bird – Go back 6, run 7th
- 2nd No Bird – Go back 6, run 7th
- 3rd No Bird – Go to end
Series 1 & 2
Double, then a blind. Will use all roosters.
Gun Changes will be absolute and posted daily.
Day 1 logistics
Location: Howard’s Farm – 57338 Hillside Rd. St. Ignatius, MT
Caravan leaves from Red Lion at 5:00 am.
Arrive by 5:45 if not in the caravan.
If you are in the first 10 running dogs, advise the traffic committee and you will be parked closer to the line.
6:10 am – National Anthem
6:30 am – 1st Test Dog
7:00 am – 1st Running Dog
After the 1st series, all blinds should be filled before the test dogs run.
Do not use Round Butte Rd. starting Monday – it is going to be one lane due to construction.
Callbacks will be given by both the Marshals and Retriever News. If callbacks are not available by the end of the series, they will be posted at the host hotel and on Retriever News blog.
Airing Yards – Luann’s and Howard’s. Do not use ponds behind the house.
Training Grounds #10 is not open until tests conclude at the Howard’s.
Location: Howard’s Farm – 57338 Hillside Rd. St. Ignatius, MT
Caravan leaves from Red Lion at 5:00 am.
Arrive by 5:45 if not in the caravan.
If you are in the first 10 running dogs, advise the traffic committee and you will be parked closer to the line.
6:10 am – National Anthem
6:30 am – 1st Test Dog
7:00 am – 1st Running Dog
After the 1st series, all blinds should be filled before the test dogs run.
Do not use Round Butte Rd. starting Monday – it is going to be one lane due to construction.
Callbacks will be given by both the Marshals and Retriever News. If callbacks are not available by the end of the series, they will be posted at the host hotel and on Retriever News blog.
Airing Yards – Luann’s and Howard’s. Do not use ponds behind the house.
Training Grounds #10 is not open until tests conclude at the Howard’s.
Judge’s Directions
Handler on mat for all marks.
Dog on mat for all blinds.
When you are in the final holding blind, remove your dog’s lead when the working dog picks up the final bird.
No cell phones on the line.
Target day length is 11 hours, from the 1st running dog.
1st day is at Cindy Howard’s test site #5.
4 scratches – 16, 75, 79, 80
Handler on mat for all marks.
Dog on mat for all blinds.
When you are in the final holding blind, remove your dog’s lead when the working dog picks up the final bird.
No cell phones on the line.
Target day length is 11 hours, from the 1st running dog.
1st day is at Cindy Howard’s test site #5.
4 scratches – 16, 75, 79, 80
Test Dogs Introduced
FC-AFC Duso’s Not Fade Away, “Buddy” GM. Owner/Handler John Robinson, Kalispell, MT
FC-AFC Glenhoma’s Soggy Bottoms Mildred, “Milli” LM. Owners: The Davis Family, Owasso, OK. Handler: Seth Kelly
Starting Dog
Joel Harris brought FC-AFC Chopper’s Final Approach to the stage. She retrieved bumper #92.
Alex Washburn and AFC Coolwater’s Man Behind the Curtain, "Wizard" will start the 1st Series!
Special note – "Wizard" is the youngest dog entered!
Meeting Concluded
Meeting Concluded
Retriever Advisory Committee
2:05 pm – Meeting opens, in attendance:
Committee which consists of:
John Russell
Larry Morgan
Loren Morehouse
Bill Goldstein
Russ Reavis (AKC Rep)
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| (L to R) John Russell, Larry Morgan, Loren Morehouse, Bill Goldstein and Russ Reavis |
The meeting opened with John introducing 2 new people. The new field rep for the AKC, Stacy West, and the new Managing Editor for the Retriever News, Kelsey Wehr.
This past year, the rule was passed stating that no trials that carry championship points could be held during any AKC National Championship.
In the process to pass this legislation, more effort was needed by the Performance Events Chairman of the AKC. We’d like to thank Mr. Doug Lundren.
There is nothing new on the RAC agenda this year, so the floor was opened for conversation and topics from contestants.
In discussion was:
A. Seeing unnatural things in the field
a. Wooden spools to mimic hay bales.
b. Hunting blinds resembling hay bales
c. “Ring of Terror” – i.e. equipment used in the water so the birds don’t float away.
When questioned, AKC advised that they would not allow a wooden spool in the field. This is a safety concern. Hunting blinds that look like hay bales are ok.
B. Poison Birds
a. Being overdone - diversion birds should be used more. Marking is of primary importance, and it was said that if a mark is thrown, it should be picked up.
b. The opposite side of this discussion stressed time management, saying a “leave it bird” should be left out and not retrieved.
C. Questioning a Rule Change
a. Post COVID, once again, judges must take each bird from the handler. Thoughts were that the COVID rule should stand – giving judges option to take bird or have handlers drop them in bucket. Judges can look at the birds before they are taken back into the field. If there is a question on a bird, they can certainly look at it.
D. Interpretation of Rules
a. Current rules state that a gunner may not retire in the direction that their bird is thrown. Some trials were not upholding this rule.
b. It was questioned what a reasonable distance is to retire a gun
i. John Russell stated that factors and field design dictate what is reasonable. Our clubs must be reasonable.
E. Misconception that the AKC makes substantial money on field trials
a. AKC receives an application fee + $3.50 per entry
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