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.
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.
