These Grand tests are considered the 'Retrievers Super-bowl'. The Upland test consists of a simulated walk-up with a subsequent quartering or tracking test. The Upland dog is required to honor another dog, be steady to wing and shot and will be presented with a minimum of two birds to flush in the quartering test. Successful completion of each test earns the dog ten points. Members of local clubs typically get together to train, conduct Club business, hear presentations, hold fun hunts and Licensed Hunt Tests.
Most clubs have training grounds for their members.
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