The Official Publication of the German Shorthaired Pointer Club of Minnesota, Inc.

The Official Publication of the German Shorthaired Pointer Club of Minnesota, Inc. Editor s Corner Here it is already February, wow it goes fast. Seemed like hunting season just finished up. Now we have that 8-9 month wait until we get to do it again. Seemed to be a great year for pheasants no matter who you asked or where they went. I know I personally saw more birds this year than I had in the prior 5-8 years COMBINED. The new season of dog events are just around the corner. We kick off the year on March 1st for our Annual Awards Banquet and Dinner. Come and visit with old friends, meet some new ones, and honor the members, their dogs and their achievements. The field events kick off with a three day Walking Field Trial on April 11-13 at Kelley Farms. The following weekend will be our first Hunt Test of the spring. On the weekend of May 10-17 we will have our second Hunt Test of the spring. Later in May we will have our Spring Horseback trial over Memorial Day Weekend. In June it all wraps up with our Specialty Show on June 6th. Lots of things to do this spring. I encourage everyone to try to make an appearance at one or two even if you don't have your dogs entered. It can give you the opportunity to meet new people and get a first hand look at something while surrounded by people that can help explain what is happening. If your interested in more information, please get a hold of the proper contacts listed on page 2. They can answer questions you might have and make sure you get an event premium sent out to you. New Membership Applicants To be voted on at the March Meeting Randal & Karla McDowell Eden Prairie, MN 2008 Dues If your name on the mailing label is highlighted, your 2007 dues have expired and this will be your last newsletter. Individual $25, Family $30 Please send dues (payable to GSPCMN) to: Chris Benskin 22020 Jivaro St NW Oak Grove, MN 55303-8625 2008 Yearly Meeting Schedule March 3 September 9 May 6 November 11 July 8 January 6, 2009

2008 Officers: Acting President: Chad Hines (320)360-3603 willowcreekkennels@hotmail.com Vice President: VACANT SCHEDULE OF GSPCMN EVENTS March 1, 2008 Awards Banquet Holiday Inn, Elk River Chad and Jodi Hines (320)360-3603 Treasurer: Chris Benskin (612)396-8502 gspcmntreasurer@earthlink.net Secretary: Janelle Elfstrand (651)583-3137 GspcmnSecretary@Yahoo.com Board of Directors: Jodi Hines (320)360-3603 Todd Piechowski (763)682-9157 VACANT Bill Blanchard (763)422-9464 Mark Liljedahl (651)462-0219 March 4, General Membership Meeting, Board Meeting to Follow 7:00 PM Kelly s, 63rd and Boone Ave Brooklyn Park, MN March 29, 2008 Chukar Challenge Willow Creek Kennels, Little Falls, MN Chad Hines (320)360-3603 April 11-13, 2008 Walking Field Trial, Kelley Farms Marine on St. Croix, MN Chris Benskin (612)396-8502 April 19-20, 2008 Spring Hunt Test #1, Kelley Farms Marine on St. Croix, MN * Newsletter Information Advertising and Submission deadline is the 20th of the month for next month s edition. Advertising Rates: Business Card $2.50 per month 1/4 Page $5.00 per month 1/2 Page $10.00 per month Full Page $20.00 per month Joni Liljedahl (651) 462-0219 May 6, General Membership Meeting, Board Meeting to Follow Details the same as March 4th Meeting May 10-11, 2008 Spring Hunt Test #2, Kelley Farms Marine on St. Croix, MN * Joe Engel (763)262-1033 May 23-26, 2008 Spring Horseback Field Trial, Crow Hassan Park Reserve, Rogers, MN * Dan Erickson (763)473-6821 June 6, 2008 Specialty Show and Obedience/Rally Trial Scott County Fairgrounds, Jordan, MN * Mary Morris (701)642-4832 * Pending AKC Approval

Upcoming Area Events AKC FIELD TRIALS April 19-20 Twin Cities Vizsla Club* Crow Hassan Park Reserve, Rogers, MN April 26-27 Minnesota Brittany Club Crow Hassan Park reserve, Rogers, MN May 3-4, Lake Superior PDC, Walking FT* Sturgeon Lake, MN May 9-11, St. Croix Valley Brittany Club* Crow Hassan Park Reserve, Rogers, MN May 16-17, Twin Cities German Wirehaired Pointer Club* Crow Hassan Park Reserve, Rogers, MN May 31-June 1, St. Croix Valley Brittany Club, Walking FT* Four Brooks WMA, Milaca, MN AKC HUNT TESTS April 12-13, Twin Cities Vizsla Club* Willow Creek Kennels and Hunting, Little Falls, MN April 26-27, North Country Gordon Setter Club* Kelley Farms, Marine on St. Croix, MN May 3-4, Rice Creek Hunting Dog Club* Rice Creek, Little Falls, MN May 17-18, Lake Superior PDC* Sturgeon Lake, MN NAVHDA TESTS May 17-18, MN NAVHDA Chapter Four Brooks WMA, Milaca, MN NA Vince Steffens (763)494-9105 June 7-8, MN NAVHDA Chapter Kelley Farms, Marine on St. Croix, MN NA, UPT, UT Britton Toensing (763)529-4621 June 20-22, St. Croix Valley NAVHDA Chapter Kelley Farms, Marine on St. Croix, MN NA, UPT, UT Carey McMillan (715)234-3044 August 16-17, MN NAVHDA Chapter Iron Range Retriever Club, Virginia, MN NA, UPT, UT Jan Paavola (218)225-2284 August 30-31, MN NAVHDA Chapter Four Brooks WMA, Milaca, MN NA Diane McClaskie (651)674-8768 September 12-14, St. Croix Valley NAVHDA Chapter Kelley Farms, Marine on St. Croix, MN NA, UPT, UT Carey McMillan (715)234-3044 May 17-18, Central Minnesota PDC* Kelley Farms, Marine on St. Croix, MN May 31- June 1, Central Minnesota PDC* Willow Creek Kennels and Hunting, Little Falls, MN June 7-8, Twin Cities GWP Club* Kelley Farms, Marine on St. Croix, MN June 14-15, St. Croix Valley Brittany Club* Four Brooks WMA, Milaca, MN * Pending AKC Approval

Annual Awards Banquet Saturday March 1, 2008 Holiday Inn, Elk River, MN Social Hour starts at 5:00 PM Dinner at 6:00 PM Awards Presentation, Auction/Raffle to follow Dinner Call and ask about special room rates available for Banquet attendees. (763)656-4400 All members and their guests are encouraged to attend this years edition of the Annual Award Banquet. We will gather and enjoy some good company, partake of some fine food and drink, swap hunting/dog stories, and honor the accomplishments of members and their dogs from the 2007 calendar year. We are asking everyone that attends to bring something for the auction/raffle. Items don t have to be dog related. Jill Piechowski will be spearheading the annual photo contest with the winners receiving a prize. The contest will have three categories and winners selected by the banquet attendees. The categories are. 1. Comic Relief..a funny shot of your GSP. 2. Puppies..Any kind of photo of the littlest GSPs 3. Events.A picture of your GSP at an event such as a show, trial, test, or hunting All photos are to be snapshots, no professional photos are allowed. MENU All meals served with house salad, rolls, vegetable and starch du jour, except #5 #1 Grilled New York Steak $26.00 Topped with balsamic and shallot infusion #2 Herbed Baked Walleye Filet $25.00 Chefs special breaded walleye sauteed and baked to a golden brown and topped with lemon herb butter sauce and toasted almonds #3 Roasted Rack of Pork $23.00 Served with apple demi glaze and seasoned apple sauerkraut, #4 Herbed Crusted Chicken Breast $22.00 Breaded and sauteed then toped with a white wine sauce. #5 Children s Chicken Strip Basket $9.00 From MSP take MN-5 W to I-494 W to I-94 W toward St. Cloud. Exit on MN-101 N to CR 39, turn left onto CR 39 and first right to Quaday Ave. Hotel on right. From North take I-94 E to MN-101 N to CR 39, turn left on CR 39, right on Quaday Ave. Hotel on right. From East take 694W to I 94W to MN-101 to CR 39, turn left on CR 39, right on Quaday Ave. Hotel on right. Name: Meal # 1 2 3 4 5 Name: Meal # 1 2 3 4 5 Name: Meal # 1 2 3 4 5 Name: Meal # 1 2 3 4 5 Please indicate your name(s) and menu selection on the for above. Please make checks payable to : GSPCMN Please RSVP this completed form along with payment to the following address no later than February 14, 2008. No refunds or late responses will be accepted. Chad Hines Banquet Chair 22545 195th Ave Little Falls, MN 56345

2007 GSPCMN Award Eligibility Form Pursuant to the Annual Awards Section in the 2007 By-laws Book 1. I am the owner of AKC#, and was a member in good standing of the GSPCMN during the time award points were earned. 2. The award my dog is eligible for is as follows Minnesota Field Trial Dog of the Year Minnesota Puppy/Derby Dog of the Year Minnesota Master Hunter Award Minnesota Show Dog of the Year Minnesota Show Dog of the Year, Best of Opposite Sex Minnesota Obedience Dog of the Year Minnesota Agility Dog of the Year 3. My dog earned the following AKC or American Field Titles in 2007: 4. Name the shows, trials and/or stakes, together with the dates competed and points earned at each event areas follows: This section must be filled out in it s entirety! Use additional paper if needed. NAME DATES POINTS EARNED Person submitting forms are responsible for correct calculations of points earned. Form must be completed in full to be considered for award recognition. COMPLETED FORMS MUST BE RECEIVED ON OR BEFORE FEBRUARY 14TH, 2008. My dog actively promoted the GSP in Minnesota in accordance with Section 6 of the Annual Awards chapter. I, hereby certify that the forgoing is accurate and correct Signature Name: Address: Telephone#: ( ) - Mail this completed form to: Chris Benskin GSPCMN Awards Chair 22020 Jivaro St NW Oak Grove, MN 55303-8625 Or Fax to: (763)753-5924 Contact me if any questions, (612)396-8502 or gspcmntreasurer@earthlink.net. A follow up a few days after mailing or faxing your form wouldn t be a bad idea as my mail service is sometimes suspect

MEMBER HUNTING TALES Submitted by Gary Nehring I have a 2 year old male GSP (Fred) and we made it out to North Dakota twice this year. The first time wasn't much of a hunt, it was more of a shoot. We went out on opening weekend and ended up with 153 birds in 4 days. The dogs didn't get to hunt much but they sure got to do a lot of retrieving. Our second trip was better, as I was able to hunt by myself. My dog Fred and I filled out each of the 4 days that we were there, with many finds, points and retrieves. He is a very good bird dog!!! Although I haven't been doing a lot of bird hunting, I have been very busy hunting big game. The pictures of the Mountain Goat and the Bighorn Sheep are attached. Both of the animals were big enough to qualify for the Boone & Crockett Club all time record book. Hopefully, you can put the pictures in the newsletter to show the members what a old Life Time Member has been doing after competing in the Shorthair world. The Dog's Diary 8:00 am - Dog food! My favorite thing! 9:30 am - A car ride! My favorite thing! 9:40 am - A walk in the park! My favorite thing! 10:30 am - Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing! 12:00 pm - Milk bones! My favorite thing! 1:00 pm - Played in the yard! My favorite thing! 3:00 pm - Wagged my tail! My favorite thing! 5:00 pm - Dinner! My favorite thing! 7:00 pm - Got to play ball! My favorite thing! 8:00 pm - Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing! 11:00 pm - Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing! The Cat's Diary Day 983 of my captivity My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects. They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength. The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape. In an attempt to make them sick, I once again vomit on the carpet. Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates my capabilities. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a "good little hunter" I am. "bleep"! There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of "allergies." I must learn what this means, and how to use it to my advantage. Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow, but at the top of the stairs. I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches. The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released, and seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously retarded. The bird must be an informant. I observe him communicate with the guards regularly. I am certain that he reports my every move. My captors have arranged protective custody for him in an elevated cell, so he is safe. For now...

In Memory of WCK s Rolling Thunder SH Boomer November 10, 2002 - December 23, 2007 To an Athlete Dying Young by A. E. Housman (1859-1936) The time you won your town the race We chaired you through the market-place; Man and boy stood cheering by, And home we brought you shoulder-high. To-day, the road all runners come, Shoulder-high we bring you home, And set you at your threshold down, Townsman of a stiller town. Smart lad, to slip betimes away From fields were glory does not stay And early though the laurel grows It withers quicker than the rose. Eyes the shady night has shut Cannot see the record cut, And silence sounds no worse than cheers After earth has stopped the ears: Gilbert s K-9 Structure & Movement Seminar Enhancing your Win Capability From Beginning to Winning www.gilbertk9.com February 16 & 17, 2008 Total Recall, Hugo Minnesota Registration deadline: January 31, 2008 Don t miss this wonderful learning opportunity coming to our area. JUNIOR HANDLERS FREE, WITH A PAID ADULT. Sponsored by Greater Twin Cites Fox Terrier Club. Please contact Donna at djelson@cableone.net or 701 282-9284 for more information Now you will not swell the rout Of lads that wore their honours out, Runners whom renown outran And the name died before the man. So set, before its echoes fade, The fleet foot on the sill of shade, And hold to the low lintel up The still-defended challenge-cup. And round that early-laurelled head Will flock to gaze the strengthless dead, And find unwithered on its curls The garland briefer than a girl's. SAINT PAUL RIVERCENTRE JANUARY 18TH, 2008 JANUARY 19TH, 2008 JANUARY 20TH, 2008 1:00PM - 9:00PM 9:00AM - 6:00PM 10:00AM - 5:00PM National Pheasant Fest 2008 will mark the event's second go-round in "The Land of 10,000 Lakes." Previous Fests were held in Bloomington, Minn. (2003), Omaha, Neb. (2005), and Des Moines, Iowa (2007). The 24,510 people who attended the 2007 Fest in Des Moines helped make that the largest PF event ever held, but National Pheasant Fest 2008 promises to be the largest and most complete event in the organization's history. National Pheasant Fest 2008 will feature hundreds of exhibits, seminars, special events and other attractions. The family event will offer something fun for everyone, from puppies and paintings to guns and gun dogs, and everything in between. http://www.pheasantsforever.org/page/pheasantfest.jsp

3rd Annual Spring Chukkar Challenge Saturday, March 29th, 2008 Willow Creek Kennels and Hunting Little Falls, Minnesota 2008 SPRING CHUKAR CHALLENGE RULES: The event will be conducted in an Open class format. That means 2 hunters and 1 dog per run or you are welcome to run alone. OPEN CLASS/ HUNTING DOG 4 Chukar -8 shell limit (1 extra bird planted for the first run) 2 hunters / 1 dog Time limit-20 minutes Time stops when fourth bird is in hand, eight shells are used, or 20 minutes has elapsed. The 4 birds must consist of Chukar. Do not shoot any other type of bird. Run Limitations: Handler-5 runs total, Dog- 1 run OPEN CLASS SCORING SYSTEM 100 pts for each bird bagged 100 pts for each bird dog establishes a point on (3 seconds) 50 pts----for find (dog must be working bird, scent or sight) 100 pts for retrieve to within one step of handler (dog must retrieve) 50 pts----for retrieve (dog must show intent to bring bird in) 25 pts----for each unused shell 2 pts------for every 1-second not used GENERAL RULES All dogs must be a fully recognized pointing breed. Dogs in season will not be allowed to run in the event. All handlers must wear blaze orange vest or hat. No running allowed Birds trapped by dogs must be thrown in the air and a shot fired. Time starts when a dog or team member crosses the starting line. Training collars are allowed Birds will be dizzied but not put to sleep when planted Boundaries- birds will be planted in the specified field but there will not be specific boundaries marking the field. Team members must stay on the property at all times. Do not go beyond any orange flags. There will be a judge in the field. A dog can run only once. A dog that breaks after a bird is flushed, but not hit and retrieves that bird back to its handler will be penalized 1 shell and 1 minute for each occurrence. It will be the judge s discretion whether or not the bird was hit. Judges decisions are final and may not be argued. At the end of the run, dogs are to be leashed immediately and led out of the field. No one other than the handler/s, dog and judge are allowed in the field during a run. SAFETY If both gunners are unable to shoot a bird for danger of hitting other individuals and/or dogs, whether after one or more shots, the judge or gunner (s) may call a safety. The judge will OK all safeties under his judgment and at his discretion. A safety awards full points for the retrieve. The bird involved with the safety is DEAD for the remainder of the run and may not be scored again. A shell is deducted for each safety called. Safety Comes First!!!!!! A bird in the hand is not worth a shooting incident. Please be aware of the location of your teammate, dog, judge, and the gallery BEFORE your gun is fired!! Automatic Disqualification Factors Attempting to clean the field of birds. Running. Shooting more than four birds during your run. Shooting at birds on the ground. Failure to leash dog at the end of the run. Not following outlined rules. Information All birds are yours to keep if you choose. If you don t want them, please dispose of them properly. The tiebreaker will be determined by the time the first bird is in the bag. If a tie still exists, a run-off will be held as time permits. Open Class Broke Dog All rules and scoring are same as above with these exceptions: Dog must be steady to wing, shot, and release for the 100 points for the point. Dog must retrieve to hand promptly and tenderly for the 100 points for the retrieve.

2008 Spring Chukar Challenge Fun Shoot Entry Form Name Phone Name Phone Dogs Call Name Breed Fee $40 Please circle which stake you would like to enter Open Class Hunting Dog Open Class Broke Dog ****Bring your own shells**** 1 person/2 persons-1 dog team Entry deadline 6:00pm March 22th 2008 Entry fees MUST accompany entries Make checks payable to GSPCMN. Enclose entry form and Fees. Chukar Challenge Chad Hines 22545 195 th Avenue Roasted Pheasant with Wild Rice & Mushroom Stuffing Never argue with an idiot. They will bring you down to their level and beat you with experience. 1 Pheasant 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped 2 celery stocks, finely chopped 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 3/4 cup sliced mixed mushrooms 1/3 cup dry white wine or broth 1/2 cup chopped dried apricots 1 1/2 cups cooked wild rice 1/4 cup chopped Italian parsley 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme salt & pepper to taste Heat the butter in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Put in the onion, celery, shallot and garlic, and cook, stirring, until soft (about 10 minutes). Add the mushrooms and cook for another ten minutes or until the mushrooms wilt. Add the wine or broth and scrape the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to release any browned bits. Cook until most of the wine or broth is evaporated. Put the cooked vegetables and mushrooms in a bowl; add the apricots, wild rice, herbs and salt and pepper. Stir to blend. Wash the bird and season it inside and out with salt and pepper. Stuff the bird loosely with the stuffing mixture, and place the bird on a rack. Roast at 400 degrees for 10 minutes; reduce to 350 F for about 25 minutes per pound or until the juices in the thigh run clear when it is pierced.

Individual Membership $25.00 Family Membership $30.00 German Shorthaired Pointer Club of Minnesota 2008 Membership Application Name: Spouse Name: Address: City: State: Zip Code: Home Phone: Work Phone: Email: Information: How many dogs do you currently own? What Breeds? Do you breed dogs? (Yes/No) If yes, how many litters do you have per year? If yes, what health clearances do you run on your dogs prior to breeding? Are you a member of any other breed club? ( Yes/No) Have you ever been suspended or expelled from another breed club? ( Yes/No) If you answered yes to the last question, explain the circumstances using an additional sheet of paper. Have you ever been suspended or fined by the American Kennel Club, Inc.? ( Yes/No) If you answered yes to the last question, explain the circumstances using an additional sheet of paper. What activities do you participate with your dog (s) in, circle all that apply. Hunting AKC Hunt Tests Field Trials Conformation Obedience Agility Would you be interested in helping at any club sponsored events? Circle all the apply. Specialty Show Hunt Tests Field Trials Awards Banquet Fun Days Novelties Newsletter Game Fair I agree to abide by all Club by-laws and breeding guidelines. I also certify that I/we are in good standing with the AKC. If either of these conditions are violated you may be suspended of removed from The German Shorthaired Pointer Club of Minnesota, Inc. Signature Date Please fill out and return with dues to: Chris Benskin Treasurer GSPC of MN 22020 Jivaro St Oak Grove, MN 55303-8625

FOR SALE 3 hole insulated dog box with bottom drawer storage. This box has always been under a topper and never exposed to outside weather. Very nice condition, vents on sides and back, lockable doors. Includes cold weather panels. Fits full-sized pickups. Asking $500. Contact: Chris Benskin (612)396-8502 gspcmntreasurer@earthlink.net German Shorthaired Pointer Club of MN Newsletter Editor Chris Benskin 22020 Jivaro St NW Oak Grove, MN 55303-8625 E-Mail: gspcmntreasurer@earthlink.net Be sure to check our website for more information at www.gspcmn.netkennel.com