WGDS were once again asked to run the open scurry at the CLA Game Fair at Blenheim.

It was decided to rise to the challenge and with 14 helpers each day, 7 in the morning and 7 in the afternoon, we successfully set the test and ran the event.

It was unfortunate that we were rather out at the end of the line of scurries and so competitor numbers were down on previous years. Over the 3 days we had a total of 280.

The test proved to be quite challenging to some, the fastest time of the 3 days was 39 seconds for 2 retrieves. 1 seen over a fence into water and 1 blind. Some interesting handling techniques were also seen.

Again I have to thank all the members who helped and gave up their time to attend, and all those who offered but I couldn't use this time.

Ann Turner
Event & Field Trial Secretary