2025 Events
We have an incredible 2025 planned, bringing in several talented presenters.
Pat Burns Seminar
Seminar Dates : May 2 - 4, 2025
This seminar is appropriate for dog and handler teams capable of running multiple marks and blind retrieves. Pat will facilitate setups to challenge each team, advance your handling skills, and address training challenges.
1 working spot left! Unlimited observer spots.
Pat brings 40 years of experience, including working with Handjem Retrievers to train champions like NAFC Grady and NFC Mickey. Mentored by legends Rex Carr and Mike Lardy, Pat developed a balanced, dog-first training philosophy that blends effective communication with respect. Through Elite Retriever Training, he now coaches handlers, sharing his expertise to create champions and strengthen dog-handler partnerships.
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Kevin Cheff Seminar
Seminar Dates : June 20 - 22, 2025
Kevin Cheff, "The Retriever Coach," brings 30 years of experience, training six Canadian National Champions, multiple US and Canadian National Finalists, and numerous Field Champions, with his dogs collectively earning thousands of all-age points. In 2015, Kevin transitioned from full-time dog training to instructing handlers, dedicating himself to teaching others the art and science of training their own dogs. His unique ability to communicate complex concepts, his patience, and his skill in reading both dog and handler make him an exceptional coach.
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Ray Voigt Seminar #1
Event Dates : July 19 - 20, 2025
Unique two-weekend seminar! Build on the skills learned in the first session, complete targeted homework in between, and return ready to elevate your training with Ray's guidance.
12 working spots available, unlimited observer spots.
Bio: During his time at Handjem, Ray helped train 50 Field Champions, 4 National Field Champions, handled 13 National Finalists, and coached 40 National Finalists. This training and handling seminar will discuss developing the skills needed to be successful at the All-Age Level.
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Ray Voigt Seminar #2
Event Dates : August 23 - 24, 2025
Unique two-weekend seminar! Build on the skills learned in the first session, complete targeted homework in between, and return ready to elevate your training with Ray's guidance.
12 working spots available, unlimited observer spots.
Bio: During his time at Handjem, Ray helped train 50 Field Champions, 4 National Field Champions, handled 13 National Finalists, and coached 40 National Finalists. This training and handling seminar will discuss developing the skills needed to be successful at the All-Age Level.
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Cancellation Policy
Cancellations 60 or More Days Before the Seminar
If you cancel your Working Spot 60 or more days before the seminar's start date, you are eligible for a full refund, minus any credit card processing fees.
Cancellations 59 Days or Less Before the Seminar
If you cancel your Working Spot within 59 days of the seminar's start date, you will be eligible for a full refund, minus credit card processing fees, only if the spot is filled.
We will make every reasonable effort to advertise and fill your spot, but if the spot cannot be filled within this time frame, you will not be eligible for a refund.