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2026 BSS Spring National Field Trial Information
Event Date : 2026-04-09 - 2026-04-11
Location : Clark Farm and Stitt Plantation
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.
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The Boykin Spaniel Society and the field trial committee welcome you to the 2026 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 pm until 8 pm at the Market Building located on the grounds of the Camden Revolutionary War Welcome Center. Prepaid entry ticket only. No tickets will be available at the event.
Friday Night Banquet will begin at 5 pm at the Camden City Arena.
Prepaid entry ticket only. No tickets will be available at the event.
BSS Oyster Roast 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm ET
Event Date : 2026-04-09 - 2026-04-09
Location :
Oyster Roast & Barbecue
Thursday, April
9, 2026
5:00 pm – 8:30
pm
Get ready to kick off an unforgettable weekend on Thursday, April 9, 2026, with our annual “Knock the Dust Off” oyster roast and barbecue, part of the Spring National festivities. This is more than just an event; it’s a cherished tradition where friends reunite to indulge in mouthwatering BBQ and fresh, savory oysters, all complemented by a refreshing glass of wine or beer.
Join us at the stunning Market Building, nestled within the grounds of the Revolutionary War Visitor Center, located at 212 Broad Street, Camden, SC. This beautiful venue, designed to capture the essence of a historic open-air market, boasts charming brick fireplaces at either end, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Don’t miss out—entry is strictly by pre-paid ticket only.
Purchase your tickets for the Oyster Roast and Barbecue now at Dog to the Line https://dogtotheline.com/club/bss and prepare for a delightful evening that truly kicks off your weekend in style!
Ticket
purchase closes March 31, 2026
Don’t miss out—entry is strictly by pre-paid ticket only.
2026 Boykin Spaniel Society Upland National Championship
Event Date : 2026-01-17 - 2026-01-18
Location : Shadow Creek Farm Ayden NC
2026 Boykin Spaniel Society Upland National Championship
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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 01/07/2026 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 16th 2:00pm Pheasant tower shoot to start 5:30pm Dinner on grounds for Tower Shooters and Judges Saturday, January 17th 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 18th 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 : 2026-04-09 - 2026-04-09
Location : Camden City Arena, 517 Bull Street Camden, SC
BSS Members Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 9,
2026, at 4 PM, following the BSF health clinics. The meeting will take place in
the conference room of the Camden City Arena, located at 517 Bull Street,
Camden, SC. Immediately after the BSS Members Meeting, the BSS Board of
Directors Meeting will convene.
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BSS BOD Meeting at Spring National 5 pm ET
Event Date : 2026-04-09 - 2026-04-09
Location : Camden City Arena, 517 Bull Street Camden, SC
Boykin Spaniel Foundation Health Clinic 10 am to 4 pm
Event Date : 2026-04-09 - 2026-04-09
Location : 517 Bull Street, Camden, SC
The Boykin Spaniel Foundation would like to invite you to our
annual Heart and Eye Certification Health Clinic, alongside DNA testing,
patellar evaluations, and a microchip clinic on Thursday, April 9, 2026, from
10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. at the Camden City Arena, 517 Bull Street, Camden, SC.
As a valued member of the Boykin Spaniel Society, you are entitled to one complimentary heart and one eye certification clinic for your BSS-registered dog with your current membership. To further bolster the health of our beloved breed, the Foundation will cover all OFA recording fees, enhancing the vital health data we need to support and protect the Boykin Spaniel. Your dog’s information will be integrated into our Registry, contributing to valuable insights while maintaining your privacy—only aggregate data will be shared. If you prefer not to report results to the OFA, veterinary fees will be $100 each for the eye and heart tests.
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to champion the
health of our breed! Please have your BSS membership number and your dog’s BSS
registration number ready when you arrive for your appointment. Together, we
can ensure the continued well-being of Boykin Spaniels for generations to come!
BSS BOD Candidate Deadline
Event Date : 2026-11-04 - 2026-11-04
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, 2026, or via email to boykinspanielsociety1977@gmail.com by November4, 2026, at 4 pm ET.
BSS Board Candidate Resume Request
Event Date : 2026-10-01 - 2026-10-01
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 4,2026, or via email to boykinspanielsociety1977@gmail.com no later than November 4/202026, at 4 pm ET.
July Magazine Deadline
Event Date : 2026-04-15 - 2026-04-15
Location : BSS Email
BSS October Magazine Deadline
Event Date : 2026-08-15 - 2026-08-15
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 : 2026-11-15 - 2026-11-15
Location : BSS Email
BSS Board of Directors Meeting
Event Date : 2025-11-12 - 2025-11-12
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BSS Upland National Field Trial
Event Date : 2026-01-17 - 2026-01-18
Location : 8128 County Home Road, Ayden, NC
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BSS Board of Directors Meeting
Event Date : 2026-02-18 - 2026-02-18
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
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BSF Health Clinics 10 am - 4 pm
Event Date : 2026-04-09 - 2026-04-09
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 9th, 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 exams: patellar checks for $25, microchipping for $10, and discounted DNA testing with Paw Print Genetics.
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.
April Magazine Article Deadline
Event Date : 2026-02-15 - 2026-02-15
Location :
BSS Bod meeting
Event Date : 2025-09-17 - 2025-09-17
Location : Conference Call
2026 BSS Spring National Field Trial dates
Event Date : 2026-04-09 - 2026-04-11
Location : Camden, SC
BSS Board Meeting
Event Date : 2026-04-09 - 2026-04-09
Location : Camden City Arena, 517 Bull Street Camden, SC
We invite you to join us for the upcoming BSS Board of
Directors Meeting on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 4 PM, right after the BSF
health clinics. This important meeting will be held in the conference room at
the Camden City Arena, located at 517 Bull Street, Camden, SC. Your presence is
valued, and we encourage everyone to attend as we discuss crucial matters that
impact our brown dog community.
2026 DEADLINE for Banquet & Oyster Roast Tickets
Event Date : 2026-03-31 - 2026-03-31
Location : Camden, SC
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DEADLINE For ONLINE National Entries
Event Date : 2026-03-31 - 2026-03-31
Location : https://dogtotheline.com/club/bss
Entries Close: March 31, 2026
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2026 BSS Puppy Photo Cover Contest
Event Date : 2026-08-01 - 2026-08-15
Location : boykinspanielsociety1977@gmail.com
2026 Spring National Tentative Schedule of Events
Event Date : 2026-04-09 - 2026-04-11
Location :
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Deadline to Enter 2026 Spring National
Event Date : 2026-03-31 - 2026-03-31
Location :
Entries close March 31,2026 at 11:59:59pm
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Map of Event Locations for 2026 Spring National
Event Date : 2026-04-09 - 2026-04-11
Location : Camden, SC
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Breeder Question and Answer Meeting
Event Date : 2026-04-09 - 2026-04-09
Location : Camden, SC
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Question and Answer meeting with Breeders with the Registration Committee
Registry Committee Meeting
Event Date : 2026-01-21 - 2026-01-21
Location : Conference Call
Registry Committee Meeting at 7:30 pm EDT. Breeder Program Applicants must have their applications submitted by 01/14/2026 for committee review.
Breeder Program Application Deadline for Committee Review
Event Date : 2025-10-21 - 2025-10-21
Location : Rembert/Boykin area
Breeder Program Applications must be received at the BSS office by October 21, 2025, for Registry Committee review.
Tennessee Valley Boykin Spaniel Club Training Day
Event Date : 2025-10-18 - 2025-10-18
Location : 639 Little Cover Road, Gurley, AL
MidAtlantic Training Day & Roustabout
Event Date : 2025-11-01 - 2025-11-01
Location : Shadow Creek Farm Ayden NC
Point of Contact is Steve Cox 919-353-0166
BSS Retriever Hunt Test and Trial
Event Date : 2025-12-06 - 2025-12-06
Location : Shadow Creek Farm Ayden NC
Retriever Hunt Test and Field Trial with the Carolina Boykin Spaniel Retriever Club
Point of Contact is: Johnny Ammons johnnya1049@yahoo.com
Western States Boykin Spaniel Club Pheasant Hunt
Event Date : 2025-11-01 - 2025-11-02
Location : Clear Creek Sports Club in Corning, CA
We will
be looking forward to seeing some of you at the Annual Western States Boykin
Spaniel Club Pheasant Hunt on Nov. 1 & 2 at the Clear Creek Sports Club in
Corning, CA.
Point of contact for pheasant hunt is mirvine357@at&t.net
Blue Ridge Boykin Spaniel Club Social and Training Day
Event Date : 2025-10-04 - 2025-10-04
Location : Elkin, NC
Oct 4 Club social and training following the Big Elkin HRC – Elkin, NC
Contact John Huddleston Boykinspaniel@gmail.com for more information
Camden Horse and Hound Boykin Spaniel Parade
Event Date : 2025-10-11 - 2025-10-11
Location : Camden, SC
Oct 11 Camden Horse & Hound Boykin Spaniel Parade, post-event gathering, Camden, SC Click for info on Horse and Hound event
contact: Mary Palmer Dargan at mpdargan@dargan.com
Blue Ridge Boykin Spaniel Club Glad Hill Preserve Hunt
Event Date : 2025-11-14 - 2025-11-16
Location : John Holland 365 Jack's Mountain Rd, VA, HipCamp Jack's Run
Nov 14-16 BRBSC Glade Hill ( preserve) John Holland 365 Jack's Mountain Rd, VA, HipCamp Jack's Run CLUB TRIP – 2-day hunt, overnight stay
For more information, contact John Huddleston Boykinspaniel@gmail.com
Blue Ridge Boykin Spaniel Club Upland Seminar with Kirk McConnor
Event Date : 2025-12-13 - 2025-12-14
Location : TBD
Dec 13-14 Seminar with Kirk McConnor- check back with the club for more details
Contact John Huddleston for more information Boykinspaniel@gmail.com
Blue Ridge Boykin Spaniel Club Kick Off the Boots annual Club meeting
Event Date : 2026-04-08 - 2026-04-08
Location : Dargan Woodcote, Camden, SC
Kick-off the Boots (ann. meeting in Camden) Dargan Woodcote- pre nationals club social
BSS Retriever Nationals, Camden, SC – Defending our High Point Club ribbon
Contact John Huddleston for more information Boykinspaniel@gmail.com
Carolina Boykin Spaniel Retriever Club Field Trial
Event Date : 2025-10-04 - 2025-10-04
Location : 25 Bednego Rd, Andrews SC 29510
October 4th CBSRC will hold its
first club trial of the year at Muddyfoot Kennels in Andrews SC. The address is
25 Bednego Rd, Andrews SC 29510.
For more information contact Josh Pope jpope003@aol.com
Carolina Boykin Spaniel Retriever Club field trial and MidAtlantic Boykin Spaniel Club Hunt Test
Event Date : 2025-12-06 - 2025-12-06
Location : 8128 County Home Rd, Ayden NC 285123 - Shadow Creek Farm
December 6th, CBSRC will host a 1-day club trial and BSS hunt test in conjunction with Midatlantic Boykin Spaniel Club at Shadow Creek Farm in Ayden, NC. The address is 8128 County Home Rd, Ayden, NC 28513. There are also two roustabouts planned for this event, and we will be running two fields.
For more information, contact Josh Pope at jpope003@aol.com
Bayou State Boykin Spaniel Club Meet & Greet
Event Date : 2025-10-18 - 2025-10-18
Location : Southside Regional Park 221 La Neuville Rd, Youngsville, LA 70592
Hey everyone! Just a reminder that our Bayou State Boykin Spaniel Club Meet & Greet is happening!!
Saturday, October 18th at 11:30 am at Southside Regional Park 221 La Neuville Road, Youngsville, LA
We've got some exciting timed competitions lined up!
40 yard Retrieve
Water Retrieve
100 Yard Long Distance Retrieve
Winners take home gift cards and Bayou State Boykin Club merch!
This is the perfect chance to meet fellow Boykin owners, enjoy the outdoors, and watch our dogs do what they love to do most
Alec Comeaux at bayoustatebsc@gmail.com
Great Lakes Club Hunt at Muzzy Pheasant Farm
Event Date : 2026-01-17 - 2026-01-17
Location : Muzzy Pheasant Farm, Corunna, MI
Club Hunt at Muzzy Pheasant Farm, Corunna, MI 9:00 a.m.
28-gauge competition timed event, with a limit on shells and the quantity of birds taken.
General field hunt
Potluck and social
Point of contact is Case DeYoung email to: cdeyoung1953@outlook.com
Great Lakes Boykin Spaniel Club sponsored Hunt at Pheasant Ridge
Event Date : 2026-02-07 - 2026-02-07
Location : Imlay City, MI
Club-sponsored Hunt at Pheasant Ridge, Imlay City, MI 9:00 a.m.
Group Hunts and guiding for groups of non-dog hunters
The club provides the meal at noon.
point of contact is Case DeYoung cdeyoung1953@outlook.com
Great Lakes Boykin Spaniel Club Prairie Ridge Pheasant Farm
Event Date : 2026-03-07 - 2026-03-07
Location : Prairie Ridge Pheasant Farm, Belding, MI
Prairie Ridge Pheasant Farm, Belding, MI 9:00 a.m.
General Pheasant Hunt and group social
Pizzas provided by the Club
Point of contact is Case DeYoung cdeyoung1953@outlook.com
Boykin Spaniel Health Testing Awareness Month
Event Date : 2026-09-01 - 2026-09-30
Location :
To protect the health and well-being of the Boykin Spaniel breed, both now and in the future, all Boykin owners are encouraged to have their dogs tested for inherited diseases, including Hip Dysplasia, Exercise Induced Collapse(EIC), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM), Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Patellar Luxation, and to have both eye and heart certifications conducted.
Preserve the legacy – know their DNA
Boykin Spaniel Society Banquet and Auction
Event Date : 2026-04-10 - 2026-04-10
Location : Camden City Arena, 517 Bull Street Camden, SC
Don’t miss out on the fantastic BSS Nationals Banquet and cocktail party happening Friday evening, April 10, 202,6 at the City Arena, 517 Bull Street, Camden, SC! It’s the perfect chance for all of us passionate Boykin Spaniel owners to come together, share heartwarming stories about our furry companions, and connect with others who truly get the special bond we share with our brown dogs.
Join us for delicious food and enjoy the open bar while having fun bidding on some amazing items at our auction! You’ll find exclusive Boykin art and that dream hunting or fishing trip you’ve always wanted. Plus, if you’re feeling lucky, our exciting raffles will offer a variety of great prizes, from hunting gear to delightful surprises!
Just a little reminder: entry is by pre-paid ticket only, so make sure to grab yours soon!
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Regional Club Committee Meeting 7 pm ET
Event Date : 2025-12-10 - 252025-12-10
Location : Conference Call
Executive Committee Meeting 6:30 PM ET
Event Date : 2025-12-11 - 2025-12-11
Location : Conference Call
