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2025 BSS Spring National Field Trial Entry Form
Event Date : 2025-04-10 - 2025-04-12
Location : Clark Farm and Stitt Plantation
Click to enter 2025 Spring National
By entering this event you agree not to hold the BSS or the landowner(s) responsible for loss of property, damage, or injury incurred during this event. The BSS is not responsible for loss, accident, or theft and further assumes no responsibility for any damage or injury sustained by the handlers or to any of their dogs or property and further assumes no responsibility for injury to children not under the control of their parents or guardians. You give the BSS the right to publish the results and photos as the entity with rights to the event and agree to have results published in any and all BSS media outlets.
The Boykin Spaniel Society and the field trial committee welcome you to the 2025 BSS Nationals. We hope that your weekend with us is a great one. A lot is planned, so check your schedules and the maps, and you will be fine. If all that doesn't work, please ask one of the marshals; they are at each stake under the orange marker flag.
Local landowners generously donated all of this year’s property. We are their guests and respect their land, roads, and facilities. Please pick up after yourself, others, and your dogs. Take a few minutes at each location and see if you can help us get invited back. Please leave it as you find it.
The first BSS field trial was held in Boykin almost 40 years ago, and we are happy to be back. If you have any questions or suggestions, please get in touch with any of the Directors or Nationals Committee members.
Camden City Arena - 420 Broad Street (Corner of Broad and Bull Streets) Camden, SC 29020
Check-in begins Thursday afternoon and runs through Friday morning at the City Arena.
The oyster roast and BBQ will be held Thursday at 5:30 pm in the Kershaw–Cornwallis House Rose Garden. The Kershaw-Cornwallis house is located on the historic Camden Revolutionary War Park grounds. Prepaid entry ticket only. No tickets will be available at the event.
Friday Night Banquet will begin at 6 pm at the Camden City Arena.
Prepaid entry ticket only. No tickets will be available at the event.
BSS Oyster Roast 5:30 pm - 8 pm ET
Event Date : 2025-04-10 - 2025-04-10
Location : Kershaw-Cornwallis House at 222 Broad Street Camden SC
To purchase Oyster Roast &/or Banquet Tickets click on the link to Hunt Secretary
Join us on Thursday evening, April 10th, for the highly anticipated annual Knock the Dust-Off oyster roast and BBQ! This lively event marks the true beginning of the weekend, bringing together old friends and new faces to indulge in the delicious smoky flavors of BBQ and the refreshing brine of oysters, all complemented by your choice of chilled wine or beer. This year, we are excited to host the oyster roast at the beautiful Kershaw-Cornwallis house and its enchanting rose garden, providing the perfect backdrop for a memorable evening. The Kershaw-Cornwallis house, a striking white Georgian-style building, is conveniently located on the hill behind the City Arena within the historic Camden Revolutionary War Park.
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to kick off your weekend in style!
Tickets are available for purchase for $60 per ticket online at https:huntsecretary.com OR
payment can be sent via US Mail to Elaine Baker at 1730 Five Points Road, Waco, GA 30182, with a postmark deadline of March 20, 2025. Please note that there will be no tickets sold at the door, so be sure to secure your spot in advance. We can't wait to see you there!
Click here to Download 2025 Banquet & Oyster Roast Ticket Request
2026 Boykin Spaniel Society Upland National Championship
Event Date : 2026-01-17 - 2026-01-18
Location : Shadow Creek Farm Ayden NC
2025 Boykin Spaniel Society Upland National Championship
We are guests of the owners, and they live here. I’m sure we can all respect the grounds, the owners, and the birds just like we do our dogs.
We hope that your weekend with us is a great one.
We will have a Handler meeting on 1/18/2025 at 7:30am.
All entries are accepted on the condition that the society, its officials, the membership and landowners are released from all liability for loss, damage or injury sustained by any dog or man in connection with or during the running of the trial. By signing, you agree NOT to hold the BSS responsible for loss of property or damage incurred during this event. By entry or attendance into this event you also give the BSS the right to publish the results, photos, and names and agree to have the results published in any BSS media outlet.
ADDITIONAL EVENT INFORMATION |
**Owner and Handler MUST be a BSS Member**** ***BSR#*** Please enter your dog(s)'s BRS# under their information page. (You will notice a new BSR# section right above the owner information section.) Schedule of Events Shadow Creek Farm : 8128 County Home Rd, Ayden, NC 28513 Friday January 17th 2:00pm Pheasant tower shoot to start 5:30pm Dinner on grounds for Tower Shooters and Judges Saturday, January 18th 7:30 am Sign in at club house 8am All stakes begin running 12pm Lunch at the “ Goodness GraceUs” Food Truck 1pm Crazy Quail Challenge starts, sign up at the line Dark pm All stakes end, banquet to follow. Sunday, January 19th 8am All stakes resume testing 9am Crazy Quail resumes 12pm Lunch 5pm Awards ceremony, photos and goodbyes. |
BSS Annual Members Meeting 4 pm ET
Event Date : 2025-04-10 - 2025-04-10
Location : Camden City Arena, 517 Bull Street Camden, SC
At the conclusion of the BSF Health clinics is the annual BSS Members meeting at 4 pm on Thursday, April 10, 2025. The meeting is held in the conference room inside the Camden City Arena building 517 Bull Street, Camden, SC. Immediately following the BSS Members meeting is the BSS Board of Directors meeting where the 2025-2028 Board members are seated. All BSS members are welcome to attend.
The BSS
Board of Directors voted to recommend to the membership the five people listed
below to serve on the Boykin Spaniel Society Board of Directors for the term 2025-2028.
No additional resumes for consideration were submitted by the published
deadline other than the five individuals below.
The Following were recommended by the Boykin Spaniel Society Board of Directors:
Mrs. Mary
Deas “Deasy” Boykin Heimbach, Alexandria, VA (1st term)
Mr. Jim
Lollis, CPA, Gray Court, SC (1st term)
Fred J.
Wright, DVM, Wooster, OH (2nd term)
Mr. Dan
Reel, Savannah, GA (1st term)
Mr.
Jackson Hammack, Goleman, GA (1st term)
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BSS BOD Meeting at Spring National 5 pm ET
Event Date : 2025-04-10 - 2025-04-10
Location : Camden City Arena, 517 Bull Street Camden, SC
Paw Print Genetics DNA Clinic 10 am to 4 pm
Event Date : 2025-04-10 - 2025-04-10
Location : 517 Bull Street, Camden, SC
Paw Print Genetics will have their staff on-site at Spring National to provide reduced cost DNA testing. Testing will be first come first serve basis from 10 am to 4 pm
BSS BOD Candidate Deadline
Event Date : 2025-11-04 - 2025-11-04
Location : BSS Office
Any eligible BSS
member who wishes to serve a three year term on the BSS BOD is invited to submit
his or her resume or a letter no longer than 300 words describing his or her
experience or qualifications for a position on the BSS BOD to the BSS office
via US mail to PO Box 70, Rembert, SC 29128 postmarked on or before November 4, 2025, or via email to boykinspanielsociety1977@gmail.com by November4, 2025, at 4 pm ET.
BSS Board Candidate Resume Request
Event Date : 2025-10-01 - 2025-10-01
Location : BSS Office
Any eligible BSS member who wishes to serve a three year term on the BSS BOD is invited to submit his or her resume or a letter no longer than 300 words describing his or her experience or qualifications for a position on the BSS BOD to the BSS office via US mail to PO Box 70 Rembert, SC 29128 postmarked on or before November 4,2025, or via email to boykinspanielsociety1977@gmail.com no later than November 4/2025, at 4 pm ET.
July Magazine Deadline
Event Date : 2025-04-15 - 2025-04-15
Location : BSS Email
BSS October Magazine Deadline
Event Date : 2025-08-15 - 2025-08-15
Location : BSS Email
REQUIREMENTS FOR PHOTO SUBMISSION:
• The owner of the pup must be a current BSS member
in good standing
• The pup must be BSS registered
• The BSS registration number (BSR#) must accompany the
photo along with the owner’s name.
• The pup must be 12 months or less WHEN the photo was taken
• The pup must be the primary subject of the photo
• There is a 2 photo limit per pup
• Photos must be at least 300 dpi and do not crop the photo to
resize. Send the original photo for best resolution
• Photos must be received at the BSS office via email at
boykinspanielsociety1977@gmail.com by 4 pm EST on
August 15, 2023
• There will be a 1st Place Cover Puppy Winner and 2nd-4th
places awarded. Ribbons will be mailed to the four contest
placements and honorable mention photos.
BSS January Magazine Deadline
Event Date : 2025-11-15 - 2025-11-15
Location : BSS Email
BSS Board of Directors Meeting
Event Date : 2025-04-10 - 2025-04-10
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BSS Upland National Field Trial
Event Date : 2026-01-18 - 2026-01-19
Location : 8128 County Home Road, Ayden, NC
BSS Board of Directors Meeting
Event Date : 2025-02-04 - 2025-02-04
Location : Conference Call
BSS Nominating Committee Meeting
Event Date : 2025-11-07 - 2025-11-07
Location : Conference Call
BSS Pheasant Tower Shoot
Event Date : 2026-01-16 - 2026-01-16
Location : Shadow Creek Farm, Ayden NC
BSF Health Clinics 10 am - 4 pm
Event Date : 2025-04-10 - 2025-04-10
Location : 517 Bull Street, Camden, SC
The Boykin Spaniel Foundation BSF is pleased to announce the
hosting of its annual Health Clinic on Thursday, April 10th, from 10 am to 4 pm
at Camden City Arena located at 517 Bull Street, Camden, SC. This event is an
excellent opportunity for Boykin Spaniel owners to ensure the health and
well-being of their little brown dog. The clinic will offer a variety of
essential health screenings including heart and eye examinations, patellar
checks for $25, microchipping for $10, and discounted DNA testing.
Please note that appointments are required for heart and eye
exams, so we encourage all participants to scan the QR code provided below to
schedule their appointments in advance. All other tests will be conducted on a
first-come, first-served basis. As a special benefit, every current member of
the BSS can take advantage of one complimentary heart and eye exam for their
registered Boykin Spaniel. Please ensure you bring your BSS registration
certificate to get the required information needed to complete clinic
applications. Should owners wish to have
additional Boykins examined, those services will be available for $50 each.
Furthermore, the BSF is pleased to announce that it will
cover the submission fees for all OFA applications for registered Boykin
Spaniels. Attendees must be current members of the BSS and possess a registered
Boykin Spaniel to participate in the free clinics. We look forward to seeing
you at the clinic and supporting the health of our beloved Boykin Spaniels
together.
Click here to Download Heart Clinic Sign-up Click here to Download Eye Clinic Sign-up
April Magazine Article Deadline
Event Date : 2025-02-15 - 2025-02-15
Location :
BSS Bod meeting
Event Date : 2024-02-27 - 2024-02-27
Location :
BSS National Banquet & Auction Tickets
Event Date : 2025-04-10 - 2025-04-11
Location : 517 Bull Street, Camden, SC
To Purchase online Banquet and/or Oyster Roast tickets you will need to click the link Register with Hunt Secretary Register with Hunt Secretary
or click to download the paper application to US Mail the form for ticket purchase to Elaine Baker
2025 BSS Spring National Field Trial dates
Event Date : 2025-04-10 - 2025-04-12
Location : Camden, SC
BSS Board Meeting
Event Date : 2025-11-16 - 2025-11-16
Location :
US Mail in Oyster Roast & Banquet Ticket Request
Event Date : 2025-03-20 - 2025-03-20
Location : Camden SC
For those who would like to purchase Oyster Roast or Banquet Tickets and have NO dogs entered at National, you must complete the ticket request form and mail a check or money order to Elaine Baker at the address on the form. Postmark DEADLINE for ticket request via US SNAIL MAIL is March 20th .
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DEADLINE for Mail In National Banquet & Oyster Roast Tickets
Event Date : 2025-03-20 - 2025-03-20
Location : Camden, SC
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DEADLINE For ONLINE National Entries
Event Date : 2025-03-25 - 2025-03-26
Location : https://huntsecretary.com/premiumakc.asp?mhuntid=1006381
Entries Close: Wednesday, March 26, 2025 11:59:59 PM Eastern Time (ET)
2024 BSS Puppy Photo Cover Contest
Event Date : 2025-08-01 - 2025-08-15
Location : boykinspanielsociety1977@gmail.com
2025 Spring National Tentative Schedule of Events
Event Date : 2025-04-10 - 2025-04-12
Location :
Click here to Download 2025 Spring National Tentative Schedule of Events