Sunday, April 27, 2014

2014 USCSDA Great Lakes Regional Championship

Well folks another one in the books for the 2014 USCSDA Great Lakes Regional Championship.
There was a mix of weather for the 2 day trial that drew 25 quality dogs, that was hosted by the Grand Valley bird Dog Club of New Hudson Michigan.  The positive Judging for the championship was performed by two horseback gentleman from Michigan who gave there undivided attention, Bill Branham of Carleton, Mi. and Bill Klenner of Belleville, Mi.


The Trial was ran for 2 days, with six braces the first day Friday under cloudy rain and Saturday being a Sunny windy.

There was a champion and runner-up champion named in this trial.
CH "Fireside Dale's Shady Banker" handled by Scott Chafee for Mary Beth Esser
RU CH One shot Remington handled and owned by Gregory Hilla

Lunch on Friday was Pizza provided by the club to keep everyone's energy level up.  On Saturday, Jimmy Cipp brought in the Pro Staff from the Highland Club, the Team Sposita, consisting of Ron Sr. and Ron Jr.  The meal was funded by last years winner Champion Craig Merlington whose dog "Call Me Kate" won. 
The meal of Pasta and Meatballs accompanied with a well seasoned pork tenderloin.
The meal was well received and the judges and the handlers were glad there was only 2 braces left.
 
  These Baby's were Mouth watering!  Gee no left-overs Mom
 
At the end of the meal a Cake was presented by the Grand Valley Bird Dog Club to last year Winning Champion " Call Me Kate", Craig Merlington  the cake for everyone.
 

 

Friday, April 25, 2014

Great Lakes Region 2014 USCSDA Open Championship

Championship starts the 25-26.  25 dogs drawn.

Well what can I say!  I think 25 Dogs, Starting on Friday the 25th and running Saturday the 26th.  Dinner Saturday 2pm?  Rained Friday till Noon?  who Ran?
Please fill in the blanks.  Sad for 2014

Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Results for the 2014 Spring Grand Valley FTC


Open Puppy:
1st- Texas Free Mason - Malzone
2nd- Dixie - Bricker
3rd- Buck - Naus


Open Derby:
1st- Indian Creek Spanish Fly - Malzone
2nd- Harwich Indian Creek Buck - Malzone
3rd- Hog Hill Katie - Malzone


Open Shooting Dog:
1st- Megan's Blackjack - Malzone
2nd- Merritt's Zackery - Malzone
3rd- Indian Creek Wingman - Malzone

Congratulations to winners, handlers and owners. And thanks to all participants.