Retriever Advisory Committee Meeting 2022
John Russell called the meeting to order at 1:05 pm
The additional Board Members present were Larry Morgan and Loren Morehouse.
Rule Book, Chapter 14 – Stakes not carrying points – Minor Stakes
Mitch Patterson stated he wished that the AKC would put in a rotation rule for minor stakes. John Russell suggested that that the first step was to get 1/3 clubs to sign a petition that they are in favor of this change. Then the RAC will look into this issue.
Next, Alex Washburn stated that the Rule Book says that blinds should be clearly marked with conspicuous objects. She thinks that the blind should be visible to all handlers, not just those with 20/20 vision.
Mitch Patterson pointed out that the Rule Book says a marked retrieve is of primary importance. If that is the case, then why is white tape put on the bird for visibility. If the tape makes it visible then they are seeing white tape and not marking the bird. John Russell stated that white tape is NOT used at National Events.
Chris Ledford questioned why can't Entry Express separate dogs like EE did in the past? Versus how the club secretaries do it now. When questioned, Entry Express said that the AKC wanted wanted it left to the club secretaries. AKC rep will advise.
Dave Furin advised that cable spools are being used like a hay bale to disguise bird boys like a holding blind. This may be a bad thing ... not real responses given at this time.
Meeting Concluded at 1:38 pm
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| (L to R) John Russell, Larry Morgan and Loren Morehouse |
