The Rainier Hunting Retriever Club (RHRC) is located in the Puget Sound region of Washington State. Club members enjoy training and competing with their dogs. Many retriever breeds and skill levels are represented but one thing we hold in common is the love of a well-trained working dog.
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Fall Fun Day and Volunteer Appreciation – Saturday, October 26
Pack up your gear and grab your pup(s) for a fun day on the Cascade Retrievers Training Grounds in Monroe. We are celebrating the end of the testing season, opening of hunting season and our VOLUNTEERS!!! There will be training set-ups for all levels (Junior, Senior, Master) and your Rainier Board will furnish lunch. Come and have fun with friends and furry four-footed ones. Please RSVP to Betsy, [email protected].
Cascade Retrievers Training Grounds
Monroe, WA
Saturday, October 26
9 AM – 3 PM
Lunch Provided
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Rainier Hunting Retriever Club celebrates its 40th ANNIVERSARY
Our August Hunting Retriever Test was held August 10th and 11th, 2024 on the Snoqualmie Valley Retriever Grounds. This year, we are celebrating our 40th Anniversary. To celebrate. every entry to our August test received a free raffle ticket for one free entry to many field events in 2025 (both AKC and UKC). We are grateful to the many clubs that honored RHRC. A heartfelt “Thank You” for free entries to their tests:
American Kennel Clubs (AKC):
Rainier Hunting Retriever Club
Puget Sound Labrador Retriever Club
Sand & Sage Hunting Retriever Club
North Idaho Retriever Club
Oregon Hunting Retriever Club
Oregon Retriever Trial Club
Greater Pacific Northwest Retriever Club
Evergreen Golden Retriever Club
And from the United Kennel Club (UKC):
Cascade Hunting Retriever Club
Whistling Wings Hunting Retriever Club
Newaukum Hunting Retriever Club
Participants were able to purchase additional raffle tickets for these drawings, as well as a chance to win a Pheasant Hunt in Eastern Washington, Purina dog food, Avery hats, and other specialty items.
On Saturday, RHRC provided a Picnic-Style Celebration Lunch to judges, workers and contestants. There were lots of smiles by the end of the weekend.
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A recap of RHRC’s 2024 events include holding our annual Awards Banquet in January. Members and their dogs were recognized for the hard work they put in during the 2023 testing season. Member of the Year was awarded to Misalyn Armstrong and the President’s Award went to Jean Fowler. Our special guest speaker, Dr. Adam Black DVM, shared information about the Avian Flu as well as the recent respiratory illness being seen in dogs across the country.
In February, RHRC held a training day at Cascade Retrievers in Monroe, WA. Many members and non-members had fun getting ready for the summer event season.
March brought a 2-day AKC Advanced Retriever Hunting Test Seminar for Judges and Handlers hosted by RHRC. We are grateful to the Master National Retriever Club for their $1,000 grant to assist with the costs of the event.
In May, RHRC hosted 3-day AKC Sanctioned Hunting Retriever Test at the Snoqualmie Valley Retriever Grounds. Thanks to the members, friends, professionals and judges who helped make this a reality for those who wished to compete.
In June, many RHRC members participated in the 2024 Master Amateur Invitational Event held on the Snoqualmie Vallely Retriever Grounds. Retrievers and their Amateur Handlers from all over the country participated in this premier retriever event.
Betsy got her first hunting dog in 2003, and in 2007 participated in her first hunt test. She has been "hooked" ever since. She has owned both retrieving and pointing dogs and enjoys upland bird hunting. In 2016 she completed her AKC Hunt Test Judge requirements for retrievers.
Liz participated in her first hunt test with her chocolate Labrador "Hudson" in 2005. She has been a part of the community ever since, active in hunt tests and judging at all levels. A long time member of RHRC, she has held positions on the Board, chaired and volunteered for annual events and hunt tests. She currently runs "Vincent" and "Oliver" at Master level and "McCormick" is her upcoming star!
Misalyn has been captivated with Hunt Tests since 1996. She enjoys training, competing and judging dogs. She appreciates the camaraderie amongst other competitors in the sport. She trains, competes and loves her two girls (dogs) Harlee and Ellee.
Lee has been hooked on the hunt test game since 2005. Currently he has two dogs that he competes with, Zen and Otto. Lee has learned that no matter what happens during the day, there is always room to sprinkle in some fun. He is a certified CPA.