Friday, June 24, 2016

Pat's Perspective


I feel like we are at the Kentucky Derby and we are watching the race in the final turn.  There are a handful of dogs locked up leading into the home stretch.  The excitement is intense.  Instead of taking 2 minutes it spans 8 days.

The rumor is that we are going to see a water quad.  I am familiar with the pond.  It is a large natural piece of water.  It has a lot of cover in it.  I am hearing they will have one of the marks thrown out of a boat.  You gotta love going "Old School".  A boat bird can be one of the most challenging retrieves.  When placed well,  the dogs will have to display lots of perseverance.  I am like a kid on Christmas Morning.

This has been one of the best run nationals I have ever witnessed.  The time has been managed magnificently.  By being so efficient, they will be able to test these remaining dogs thoroughly on the water.  A 20 minute water quad will separate the men from the boys.  I can't wait!

Pat Burns