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Gary Lockee's 100th Birthday and Rick Smith's Challenge
As many of you know, we will soon be celebrating an incredible centennial! Gary Lockee, a World War II veteran, retired U.S. Navy ship captain, and one of the National Bird Dog Museum's founders will be celebrating his 100th birthday on Aug.. more ..
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GSP Hall of Fame Saddle Giveaway
The drawing has been held for the Haggis Trooper Saddle being given away by the German Shorthaired Pointer Hall of Fame. All proceeds for this giveaway went to support the GSP wall in the GSP Hall of Fame here at the National Bird Dog Museu.. more ..
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Congratulations to 2022 Essay Contest Winners
The 2022 Bird Dog Foundation Annual Senior Essay Contest winners have been chosen. For the first time ever, there was a tie for third place. The winners are as follows:
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2022 Annual Bird Dog Foundation Senior Essay Contest
We just want to remind all graduating seniors about the BDF Senior Essay Contest. This contest is open to all graduating high school seniors who are U.S. citizens and residents of Tennessee, Mississippi, or Arkansas, and will be entering th.. more ..
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2022 Bird Dog Foundation Annual Art Contest Winners
The winners of the 2022 Bird Dog Foundation Annual Art Contest are as follows:
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Congratulations to the 2022 National Champion
The 2022 National Championship field trial winner is Lester's Shock Wave. The Bird Dog Foundation board and staff would like to congratulate owners Tommy & Bonnie Hamilton and handler Gary Lester.
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2022 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremonies
The 2022 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremonies will be held on February 12. The event will be sponsored by Purina, Garmin, Avery Outdoors, and Ainley Kennels and Fabrication. The reception will be sponsored by American Field. The list of this y.. more ..
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National Bird Dog Museum 30th Anniversary
The National Bird Dog Museum is celebrating its 30th Anniversary this year! The museum opened its doors on February 16, 1991 and has continued to grow ever since. The success of the museum has been primarily due to the tireless efforts of i.. more ..
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Hernando De Soto I-40 Bridge Closure
Although it is currently national news and many probably already know, we want to make sure to inform everyone that the Hernando De Soto I-40 Bridge across the Mississippi River is currently closed. All planning a visit to the National Bird.. more ..
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Congratulations to 2021 Essay Contest Winners
The 2021 Bird Dog Foundation Annual Senior Essay Contest winners have been chosen. The winners are as follows:
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2021 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremonies
The 2021 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremonies will be held on Saturday, June 12, starting at 9:00 a.m.
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Congratulations to the 2021 National Champion
The 2021 National Championship Field Trial winner is Coldwater Thunder. The Bird Dog Foundation board and staff congratulates owners Doug Arthur, Billy Blackwell, Rachel & David Russell, and handler Steve Hurdle.
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2021 Bird Dog Foundation Annual Art Contest Winners
The winners of the 2021 Bird Dog Foundation Annual Art Contest are as follows:
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Hall of Fame & Nationals Events Canceled
The National Bird Dog Museum has canceled the 2021 Hall of Fame induction ceremonies and the National Championship Field Trials Kick-Off Party. This decision was made by the Bird Dog Foundation's board of directors for the safety of our Hal.. more ..
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Paving Memory Lane Brick Contest
The staff of the National Bird Dog Museum would like to announce a new promotional contest for the Paving Memory Lane brick walk in front of the museum. If you have bought a brick since February 9, 2020 or if you buy one before September 9,.. more ..
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National Bird Dog Museum Now Open to Public
After being closed since March due to the COVID-19 virus, the National Bird Dog Museum is now re-opened to the public, but with some restrictions. There is a limit to the number of people we can allow into the museum at any one time. Before.. more ..
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Congratulations to the 2020 Essay Contest Winners
The 2020 Bird Dog Foundation Annual Senior Essay Contest winners have been chosen. The winners are as follows:
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Condolences to the Grubb Family
The National Bird Dog Museum and the field trial sport lost a great friend with the loss of David Grubb on January 7. David was a long-time bird dog trainer and was inducted into the Field Trial Hall of Fame in 2008. He will be missed. Our .. more ..
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2020 Art Awards Ceremony
The National Bird Dog Museum's 2020 Art Awards Ceremony was held on February 29. The event was very successful and attendance was high. For a full list of our art contest winners, check a few articles back in our current news.
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Condolences to the Gates Family
The National Bird Dog Museum and the field trial sport lost a great friend with the loss of Robin Gates on February 19. Robin was well known in the field trial world, as he has been handling dogs since he was 17. Robin had won the National .. more ..
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Congratulations to the 2020 National Champion
The Bird Dog Foundation board and staff congratulates the 2020 National Championship Field Trial winner - Miller's Speed Dial - and all those involved.
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Congratuations to the 2020 Art Contest Winners
Congratulations to all of our 2020 National Bird Dog Museum Art Contest winners! We had some great art this year. Thanks to all who participated.
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2019 Gun Giveaway
Congratulations to our 2019 Gun Giveaway winner - Andy Cooper of Piedmont, Oklahoma. Also congratulations to our gift card winners Daniel Bolden and Tristan Watkins.
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Condolences to the Vilagi Family
The National Bird Dog Museum and the field trial sport lost a great friend with the loss of Sigmond (Sig) E. Vilagi on August 14. Sig was well known in retriever circles. He was a lifetime member of the Wisconsin Amateur Field Trial Club, a.. more ..
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Condolences to the Hopkins Family
The National Bird Dog Museum and the field trial sport lost a great friend with the loss of David H. Hopkins on August 7. David was well known in Springer Spaniel field trial circles. He served on the board of the English Springer Spaniel F.. more ..
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National German Shorthaired Pointers of America Meeting
The National German Shorthaired Pointers of America Meeting was held at the National Bird Dog Museum on June 1. The museum was proud to host this event. We look forward to having the NGSPA here again.
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Grand Junction Farmers Market Ribbon-Cutting Reception
The ribbon-cutting for the Grand Junction Farmers Market was held on May 31. The Farmers Market is within sight of the National Bird Dog Museum and the reception was held here. Those present included U.S. Representative for Tennessee Dr. Ma.. more ..
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Region 6 and Mid-South Meeting and Awards Luncheon
The Region 6 and Mid-South Meeting and Awards Luncheon was held at the National Bird Dog Museum on May 18. The museum was proud to host this event.
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2019 Bird Dog Foundation Annual Essay Winners
The winners of the 2019 Bird Dog Foundation Annual Essay Contest are the following:
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2019 Bird Dog Foundation Annual Art Contest Winners
The winners of the 2019 Bird Dog Foundation Annual Art Contest are as follows:
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Congratulations to Dunn's Tried N True
2019 NATIONAL CHAMPION - DUNN'S TRIED N TRUE
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2019 Luke Meatte Anheuser-Busch Fish Fry
The 2019 Luke Meatte Anheuser-Busch Fish Fry was held at the National Bird Dog Museum on Thursday, February 14. The event was attended by over 225 people. It was sponsored by Anheuser-Busch, Milton Smylie, and Central Distributors of Jackso.. more ..
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2019 National Championship Field Trials Kick-Off
The 2019 National Championship Field Trials Kick-Off was held at the National Bird Dog Museum was held on Sunday, February 10. The Kick-Off was attended by close to 300 people. It was catered by Me & My Tea Room of Dancyville, Tennessee, an.. more ..
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2019 Bird Dog Hall of Fame Inductions
The 2019 Bird Dog Hall of Fame Inductions were held on Saturday, February 9, at the National Bird Dog Museum. The weather for the event was excellent - a sunny day with temperatures in the high 40s. The turnout for both the morning and afte.. more ..
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2019 Springer Spaniel Banquet
The 2019 Volunteer English Springer Spaniel Club Hall of Fame Field Trial #1 was held on the Sharon Farm and Cowan Farm and ran from February 6-7. The banquet was held at the National Bird Dog Museum on February 7, with the largest crowd ev.. more ..
[ Details ]2019 National Championship Field Trial Kick-Off
The National Championship Field Trial Kick-Off Reception & Dinner will be held on Sunday, February 10, at 6:00 p.m. The event will be sponsored by Purina, Garmin, Ainley Kennels & Fabrication, and Avery.
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2019 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremonies
The 2019 Field Trial Hall of Fame Induction Ceremonies will be held on Saturday, February 9. The ceremonies will begin at 9:00 a.m. with the induction of newly elected Cocker Spaniel, Springer Spaniel, and Retriever Field Trial Hall of Fame.. more ..
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Flooring Project Complete
The floor renovations in the Hall of Fame, library, and banquet hall have been completed. New carpet was installed in the Hall of Fame and library and a new tile floor has been laid in the banquet hall to replace the old carpet. The work wa.. more ..
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Condolences to the Taylor Family
We here at the National Bird Dog Museum are saddened by the loss of Marilyn Taylor, the wife of well known and longtime field trialer David Taylor of Neola, Iowa. Marilyn was a driving force behind many field trials for over thirty years. S.. more ..
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Condolences to the Epp Family
We here at the National Bird Dog Museum are saddened by the loss of Freddie Epp, a legendary field trial trainer and handler. He is a member of the Bird Dog Hall of Fame. Freddie passed away on November 2, 2018. He will be missed. Our thoug.. more ..
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Flooring Project Has Begun
Renovations to the museum's flooring has begun. A new tile floor is being installed now in the banquet hall and new carpeting will be installed in the Hall of Fame and the library in the coming days. The work is being done by Hill's Carpet .. more ..
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Condolences to the Hays Family
We here at the National Bird Dog Museum are saddened by yet another loss of a friend of the museum, Charlie Hays. Charlie was a former board member of the museum. He was very supportive of the museum and always had a kind word for everyone .. more ..
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Condolences to the Driggers Family
We here at the National Bird Dog Museum are saddened by another loss of one of our board members and friends, Don Driggers. Don was the former president of the Bird Dog Foundation's board of directors. He was very supportive of the museum. .. more ..
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Condolences to the Crouse Family
We here at the National Bird Dog Museum are saddened by the loss of one our board members and friends, Jim Crouse. Jim passed away on August 9, 2018 in an ATV accident. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Crouse family.
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National Bird Hunters Association Awards Banquet
The National Bird Hunters Association held their annual awards banquet here at the National Bird Dog Museum this year on July 28, 2018. The banquet was well attended and was a really fun event for everyone involved. We here at the National .. more ..
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Paving Memory Lane
The Paving Memory Lane fundraiser is still ongoing. The first group of bricks were put in place in January 2018. These engraved bricks allow you to immortalize your dog or a person that you feel should be honored or remembered. The bricks c.. more ..
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2018 Luncheon with the Living Legends
The 2018 Luncheon with the Living Legends was held on June 2, 2018. We came together for this truly special event to celebrate the lives of living legends of the field trial world. The legends shared some of the remarkable stories from thei.. more ..
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Upcoming Luncheon with the Living Legends
The National Bird Dog Museum presents Luncheon with the Living Legends. This event will be held on June 2, 2018 beginning at 10:00 AM. Admission is $25.00 per person.
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Congratulations to the following new Inductees
Congratulations to the following new Inductees of the Field Trial Hall of Fame.
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Congratulations to Lester's Sunny Hill Jo
Congratulations to Lester's Sunny Hill Jo, Winner of the 2018 National Championship, Owners: David Thompson & Gary Lester, Handler; Gary Lester.
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Paving Memory Lane
Our newest fundraiser will be known as Paving Memory Lane. The museum will be offering engraved bricks on which you can immortalize your dog or a person that you feel should be honored or remembered. The bricks can have up to three lines of.. more ..
[ Details ]2017 Field Trial HoF Induction
The 2017 Field Trial Hall of Fame Induction ceremony will take place at the National Bird Dog Museum on Saturday, February 11th, 2017, at 9:00 a.m local time.
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“Congratulations to the following new Inductees of the Field Trial Hall of Fame. The Ceremony for the Inductees will take place at the National Bird Dog Museum on Saturday, February 11th at 9:00 a.m. Local Time”.
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