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National Retriever Gundog Championship
Advancing the Highest Standards of Retriever Hunt Test Performance
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2026 National Qualifying Event
The 2026 National Qualifying Event will be held September 8-13, 2026 at West Kentucky Wildlife Management Area in Kevil, Kentucky. Entries and memberships are processed through Entry Express.
- Dates
- September 8-13, 2026
- Location
- West Kentucky Wildlife Management Area
- City
- Kevil, Kentucky
- Entries
- Through Entry Express
Mission Statement
Competition, sportsmanship, education, and fellowship.
The National Retriever Gundog Championship, Inc. is dedicated to advancing the highest standards of retriever hunt test performance through competition, sportsmanship, education, and fellowship. As an AKC Licensed Club, NRGC recognizes and celebrates exceptional retrievers and handlers while preserving the traditions and integrity of the retriever hunt test program.
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