But the fronts are lessening, warm days are more frequent, and cabin fever is about to lose its hold. But the fronts are lessening, warm days are more frequent, and cabin fever is about to lose its hold. Retrievers participate visually on land and water, and in a blind retrieve according to handler commands. The dogs do not compete against one another, but against class specifications.
Dogs earn points and titles through the field tests.
The Panhandle chapter is fortunate to have a black lab that has earned the title of Grand Master Hunting Retriever. Ronnie Hill of Lubbock can answer event questions or take entries, which must be received by April 2. If you're interested in turkeys, attend the Donley County Spring Turkey Strut Festival April 21-22. Besides the crafts and strutting contests, there will be a turkey cook-off. The Taylor Lakes Wildlife Management Area, a private bird sanctuary, will also host bird and wildlife tours.