A note about volunteering. If you’re not ready to enter, or if you would like to learn more about sporting dog events, a great way to do that is to volunteer! Whether you’re an old hand or a total newbie, there is always something to do. At a field event, for example, even a complete beginner can carry the basket for the shot birds (“shagging”). You get to walk just behind the judge(s) and get an upfront view of all the action. You could also sign people in or help with lunch. Clubs cannot put on these events without volunteer workers, so please consider contacting the sponsoring club and offering to help out.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Saturday-Sunday, April 26-27 (Far Meadow Farm, Chester Springs PA). AKC Spaniel Hunt Tests sponsored by Mid-Atlantic Hunting Spaniel Club. See HuntSecretary for Premium and to enter. Entries close April 15.
Thursday, May 8 @ 7:30 pm (Virtual) MSDA Board Meeting. All MSDA members are welcome to attend and participate. Contact the Secretary, Melissa McMunn, via Secretary@mdsportingdog.org if you are interested.
Saturday, May 10 (Mt Ararat Farm, Port Deposit MD). HRC Upland Hunt Tests sponsored by Conowingo Hunting Retriever Club. Four tests in one day. Premium and entries are on HuntSecretary.
Saturday, May 17 (Virtual). AKC Spaniel Hunting Test Judges’ Seminar. For new and experienced judges and handlers. Registration link is https://akc.jotform.com/250635905733863; registration closes May 7.
Saturday-Sunday, May 17-18 (Howard County Fairgrounds, West Friendship MD). All-Breed Dog Shows sponsored by Kennel Club of Anne Arundel. Entries are via Rau Dog Shows. Entries close April 30.
Saturday-Sunday, May 17-18 (PESSFTC Grounds, Bulger PA). AKC Spring 2025 Spaniel Hunt Tests. Sponsored by the Pittsburgh English Springer Spaniel Field Trial Club. Open to all eligible flushing breeds. Premium and entries at HuntSecretary. Entries close May 6.
Saturday-Sunday, May 17-18 (York Pointer & Setter Club, Wellsville PA). AKC Pointing Hunt Tests sponsored by Keystone Vizsla Club of Pennsylvania. Entries are via PerfDog. Entries close May 14.
Saturday, May 24 (Mt Ararat Farm, Port Deposit MD) Flushing Dog Training Day – Advanced Work Group.
Saturday, May 24 (McKee-Beshers WMA, Poolesville MD) Flushing Dog Training Day – Skill Building Group.
Saturday, September 13 (Rebel Ridge Farms, Elkton MD). MSDA’s Annual Field Day. This is a FUN field training day for all bird dogs and handlers. Great for beginners!
Want to see your club’s sporting dog event listed here? Contact Pamela DeSmidt via admin@mdsportingdog.org to be included on this calendar page and in our monthly newsletter. Of course, if you’re a member of Maryland Sporting Dog Association’s Facebook Group, you’re also welcome to share your event information there.
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