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Breed: German Shorthaired Pointer
Date of Birth: 01/20/2024
Available Date: 03/17/2024
Location: Hamersville, OH 45130

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GSPCI hosted a Combined Trial April 2023

Northwest Region – The German Shorthair Pointer Club of Idaho hosted a Double/Double Amateur/Open Combined Trial April 1st & 2nd 2023 near Boise, Idaho.  People from 5 states representing multiple regions attended this event.  Saturday started out cold and rainy for the first few hours.  A special thanks to Northwest Region Judges; Nance Ceccarelli, Meki Porter, Mike Smith & Mike Ouchida for judging through the difficult conditions.  As well as bird handlers Justin Musgrave & Todd Woods.  They really went the proverbial extra mile.

Several new to NSTRA people participated in the trial and all placements Saturday went to Amateur/Open teams.  In A Field – John Bunn’s GSP Sugar had 5 finds with 4 retrieves for 1st place, Quinn Inwards Whirehair Jade had 4 finds with 3 retrieves for 2nd place, Paul Schneider’s Setter Jazz had 4 finds with 3 retrieves for 3rd place with Ross Brown’s Brittany Scarlett receiving 4th with 3/3 and a back.

In B field –  John Bunn’s GSP Sugar went 4/4 for 1st.   Only 1 point separated 2nd and 3rd place.   Vaughn Olson’s Griffon Ghillie going 5/4 for 2nd place and Nelson Banuelos’s pup Gunner went 3/3 with a back for 3rd place, & Ross Browns Brittanies receiving 4th Scarlett 3/2 with a back and Indie 3/3 for 4th Open.

It was a special day for John and Sugar, as these were Sugar’s first, first place finishes.  With a few placements but not getting the elusive first, John was beginning to feel like always the bridesmaid but never the bride.  John and Sugar also received a GSPC of Idaho sponsored, custom knife and handcrafted leather sheath made by   Mike Okamura for Sugar being high point dog on Saturday.

We were greeted with better weather on Sunday.  Judging responsibilities were handled by: Jim Wall BSR,  Joel Cartwright UT, Gary Thompson Jr  & George Clark Jr. from NW region.

 

A field – Donaye Smith’s Setter Fame placed 1st with 5/5, Quinn Inwards Whirehair Joker 2nd Open/1st Amateur with 4/4, Mike Ouchida’s Setter Cooper placed 3rd open with 3/3 and a back.  Rounding out the Amateur placements:  Brian Croziers GSP Curly received 2nd with 3/3 and a back and Paul McCawley’s Moby received 3rd with 3/3.  Quinn Inwards Whirehair Jade received 4th Amateur/Open  with 3/3. 

B field – Ryan Fortier’s Setter Cash placed 1st Amateur/Open with 4/4 and a back, Ross Brown’s Brittany Indie received 2nd Open with 4/4,  Fortier’s Red Setter Penny was 3rd Open & 2nd Amateur with 4/4,  Mike Smith NW Setter Molly received 4th Open with 3/3.  Rounding out the Amateur placements,  Quinn Inward’s Whirehair Joker received 3rd  with 4/3 & a back, and Paul Schneider’s Setter Jazz received 4th 3/3.

Quinn and Joker also received a GSPC of Idaho sponsored, custom made Mike Okamura knife and handcrafted leather sheath for Joker being high point dog on Sunday.

Congrats to everyone that ran and special congrats to those who placed .  Thanks to the GSPC of Idaho, Friends and Trialers that helped make this a successful weekend of trialing.

Submitted by John Bunn   Field Photos by Scott Kragerud.

2020 NSTRA Field Trial

The GSPCI will be hosting a NSTRA field trial, March 28th and 29th, 2020. Chukar Double-Double.

Location: Hwy 16 (9.5 miles north of Intersection Hwy 44 and Hwy 16) Eastside of Hwy 16. 

Trial will start at 8:00 am sharp and run until 5:30 or 6:00 PM both days.

Trial Cost will be $55.00 per run

Meals for Sat. and Sun = $30.00 [2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, one dinner (Make Checks Payable to GSPCI). Lunch will be served between 12:00 and 1:00 PM both days. Dinner on Saturday night will be served at 6:30 PM

Awards – Winners Photos taken at 6:00PM Saturday
Awards – Winners Photos taken at conclusion, Sunday

2020 GSPCI Hunt Test

The 2020 AKC Hunt dates are March 14 and March 15. This is combined event with the Idaho Brittany Club. This will be a great opportunity to get four qualifications in one weekend at this “Double-Double” hunt test.

The event will take place once again at the Rich Cornell Ranch in Mayfield, Idaho.

2020 Picnic Hunt Test Dates and Information

The 2020 Picnic Hunt Test will be starting on February 1nd at 9 am at the Spring Valley Ranch in the Eagle Foothills. Feel free to arrive early (8am/8:30am) to work with your dogs and sign up for the events. This event is NOT co-hosted with the Brittany Club this year. We will need more volunteers and more help this year. Please contact Pat for more information.

Saturday: February 1
Sunday: February 9
Saturday: February 15
Sunday, February 23

Start Time: 9:00 AM

Location: Proceed North of Eagle on Eagle Road. Eagle Road turns into Willow Creek Road. Go beyond the subdivisions to E. Aerie Ln. Turn right on the frontage road just south of Aerie Ln and look for participants approximately ¼ mile to the east, on the lower road. There are two roads, the dirt road will be the one for the trials.

Entry Cost: $6.00 Junior, $10.00 Senior/Master—Pigeons provided Personal training pigeons cost: $6.00 ea. (Available only if not needed for events)

Coffee, morning nibbles and Lunch (donations welcome) will be provided by the GSPCI. Donations welcome- Cash or checks are acceptable.

Ribbons provided for qualifying scores. Use of dog training aids allowed (except for GSPCI members seeking annual Picnic Hunting Test Trophy).

Gunners must have a valid Idaho hunting license. Hunter orange vest required for participants in all shooting events.

Use of dog training aids allowed (except for GSPCI members seeking annual Picnic Hunting Test Trophy).

What can you get out of participating?

  • Help your brag dog earn the annual GSPCI picnic hunt test traveling trophy.

  • Learn what is required to handle dogs in official AKC Hunting Tests.

  • Apprentice to judge, safely gun, and plant birds for field events and training.

  • Learn AKC Hunt Test performance standards for junior, senior and master level dogs.

  • Evaluate your dog for hunting and performance strengths and weakness and set objectives for your training program.

  • Meet new and old friends and swap dog adventures, hunting stories, and or tall tales.

  • Show off your new dog!

Contact Nate Crofts for more information or to express your interest in helping out: transporting birds, providing lunch, gunning, planting birds, judging, or learning any of the above.

Remember, water for your dog, training aids, blank pistol, if gunning gun and ammo, weather appropriate clothing and footwear—donations of firewood for the fire barrel appreciated.

Annual Holiday Party – January 4, 2020

Our Annual Holiday Party will be held on January 4, 2020 at 6:00pm at the Maple Grove Grange on at 11692 W. President Way, Boise.

Please bring your favorite snack(s), casserole, or side dish. Also bring your longest pheasant or chukar tail feather, and a low cost ($15 or less) gift per attendee for the traditional gift exchange. Club will provide the drinks and additional snacks.

We will also celebrate the accomplishments of 2019 and the “Dog of the Year” will be awarded. This is also a great time to buy your 2020 GSPC of Idaho Calendars with the winners of our photo contest.

See you there!

2019 Chukar-O-Rama Winners

Another great club event and many thanks to everyone who came out and participated. Pat O’Kief chaired the event yet again and we appreciate his dedication to the club and this event.

Also, thanks to the great group of volunteers who donate their time and expertise to judge, plant birds, prepare and serve lunch and do all the little things required to make this annual club event a success.

Here are our Open Division winners:

1st Pat O’Kief & Koa (time 3 min. 48 sec.)
2nd Luke Smith & Huck – (time 5 min. 4 sec.) – not in picture
3rd Todd Woods & Duke (time 5 min. 42 sec.)
4th Pat O’Kief & Millie (time 7 min. 54 sec.)

Here are our Derby Division winners:

1st Karyn Wood & Finn (time 10 min,)
2nd Gary Moen & Jewel (time 10 min,)
3rd Chris Hoppman & Radar (time 10 min.)
4th Philip Moon & Josie (time 10 min)

CHUKAR-O-RAMA is coming Saturday, May 11, 2019!

It is that time of year again – our most popular (and competitive) club event – the Chukar-O-Rama!

Each contestant starts with their dog, 5 shells and 10 minutes on an open cheat-grass covered hill to hunt up 3 chukars (point, shoot, and retrieve).

Pat O’Kief is the chairman and needs volunteers for planting birds, 2-3 ATV’s, and help with food. Please reach out to Pat if you would like to volunteer or sign up for activities ahead of time.

Fees for the event: $40 for first dog, $35 for each dog after that. For example, if you have 2 dogs it will be $75 instead of $80 and so forth.

Please read all the rules and fill out an entry form to reserve your spot as soon as possible.

2019 Picnic Hunt Test Information

The 2019 Picnic Hunt Test will be starting on February 2nd at 9 am at the Spring Valley Ranch in the Eagle Foothills. Feel free to arrive early (8am/8:30am) to work with your dogs and sign up for the events. This event is NOT co-hosted with the Brittany Club this year. We will need more volunteers and more help this year.

Saturday: February 2, 2019
Sunday: February 10, 2019
Saturday: February 16, 2019
Sunday: February 24, 2019

Start Time: 9:00 AM

Location: Proceed North of Eagle on Eagle Road. Eagle Road turns into Willow Creek Road. Go beyond the subdivisions to E. Aerie Ln. Turn right on the frontage road just south of Aerie Ln and look for participants approximately ¼ mile to the east, on the lower road. There are two roads, the dirt road will be the one for the trials.

Entry Cost: $6.00 Junior, $10.00 Senior/Master—Pigeons provided Personal training pigeons cost: $6.00 ea. (Available only if not needed for events)
Coffee, morning nibbles and Lunch (donations welcome) will be provided by the GSPCI. Donations welcome- Cash or checks are acceptable.
Ribbons provided for qualifying scores. Use of dog training aids allowed (except for GSPCI members seeking annual Picnic Hunting Test Trophy).
Gunners must have a valid Idaho hunting license. Hunter orange vest required for participants in all shooting events.
Use of dog training aids allowed (except for GSPCI members seeking annual Picnic Hunting Test Trophy).

What can you get out of participating?

  • Help your brag dog earn the annual GSPCI picnic hunt test traveling trophy.

  • Learn what is required to handle dogs in official AKC Hunting Tests.

  • Apprentice to judge, safely gun, and plant birds for field events and training.

  • Learn AKC Hunt Test performance standards for junior, senior and master level dogs.

  • Evaluate your dog for hunting and performance strengths and weakness and set objectives for your training program.

  • Meet new and old friends and swap dog adventures, hunting stories, and or tall tales.

  • Show off your new dog!

Contact Pat O’Kief for more information or to express your interest in helping out: transporting birds, providing lunch, gunning, planting birds, judging, or learning any of the above.

Remember, water for your dog, training aids, blank pistol, if gunning gun and ammo, weather appropriate clothing and footwear—donations of firewood for the fire barrel appreciated.

GSPCI Eleventh Annual Calendar Photo Contest

It’s that time of year! GSPCI members are invited to submit their dog photos for judging, (must own dog(s) in photo). Members can submit photos taken by other club members or professional photographers. Photos taken by professionals must be called out on entry form and signed by the professional. Photos taken by professionals other than club members will not be eligible for GSPCI prize placements.

Key Dates:
Submission Deadline: Midnight on Saturday October 6, 2018
Membership Vote: Tuesday, October 9, 2018, at the General Meeting
Prizes: Awarded at the regular December club meeting.

Photos may be submitted by email or regular mail. It is the member’s responsibility to provide an 8 x 10 photo with member’s full name and address printed clearly on the back of print for all digital submissions. Members may bring the print to the meeting on Tuesday, October 9 as long as the emailed photograph is received by the deadline.