Hunt Test Schedule for 2021
June 5-6 (Tentative)
August 21-22 (Tentative)
June 5-6 (Tentative)
August 21-22 (Tentative)
Hunt Tests
Hunt Tests are used to evaluate dogs and handlers against a standard, which the national organization establishes. If the dog and handler passes the test, the dog earns points towards various titles. In HRC we focus on traits used to hunt so our tests incorporate as much hunting realism as possible. This includes the handler using and shooting over the dog at marks at all levels. We use ducks at all events except upland, where chukar or other upland birds are used, and mark distances are all within gun range or a range that you would see while hunting. There are no marks / blinds over 175 yards and most often they are much closer. The rules specific rules of the of the Hunts are developed by the HRC and vary depending upon skill level Started, Seasoned, Finished and The Grand and can be found here Hunt Test Rules.
Hunt Tests are used to evaluate dogs and handlers against a standard, which the national organization establishes. If the dog and handler passes the test, the dog earns points towards various titles. In HRC we focus on traits used to hunt so our tests incorporate as much hunting realism as possible. This includes the handler using and shooting over the dog at marks at all levels. We use ducks at all events except upland, where chukar or other upland birds are used, and mark distances are all within gun range or a range that you would see while hunting. There are no marks / blinds over 175 yards and most often they are much closer. The rules specific rules of the of the Hunts are developed by the HRC and vary depending upon skill level Started, Seasoned, Finished and The Grand and can be found here Hunt Test Rules.
Club Hunt Tests
Usually, the club conducts two Hunts a year in the Spring and Summer allowing HRC members four opportunities a year to earn points toward the current and next HRC title. The Upland test is usually offered two times a year. The club follows the rules and guidelines established by the UKC for Started, Seasoned, Finished, and Upland. Hunt Tests are a full weekend event with a tailgate dinner on Saturdays and awards handed out both days. Please note that our social plans may change depending on the current Covid 19 Guidelines and Procedures.
Usually, the club conducts two Hunts a year in the Spring and Summer allowing HRC members four opportunities a year to earn points toward the current and next HRC title. The Upland test is usually offered two times a year. The club follows the rules and guidelines established by the UKC for Started, Seasoned, Finished, and Upland. Hunt Tests are a full weekend event with a tailgate dinner on Saturdays and awards handed out both days. Please note that our social plans may change depending on the current Covid 19 Guidelines and Procedures.
- We usually conduct tests on Saturday for Started, Seasoned, Finished, and Upland.
- We usually conduct tests on Sunday for Started, Seasoned, and Finished.
- The weekend is festive with a tailgate dinner on Saturday night. Lunch is available for purchase both days.
- Advanced registration will be available on HuntSecretary.com.
A National Organization
You are not limited to running tests at just our club. There are over eight clubs in Washington, Oregon, Montana and Canada with more joining every year. If you're willing to travel the rest of the east of the Rockies there are hundreds of opportunities to run your dog in clubs in the Northeast, South, and Southeast. The Grand is an international event held semi-annually. Any dog who has obtained a Hunting Retriever Champion title is qualified to run in a Grand event.
You are not limited to running tests at just our club. There are over eight clubs in Washington, Oregon, Montana and Canada with more joining every year. If you're willing to travel the rest of the east of the Rockies there are hundreds of opportunities to run your dog in clubs in the Northeast, South, and Southeast. The Grand is an international event held semi-annually. Any dog who has obtained a Hunting Retriever Champion title is qualified to run in a Grand event.