National Specialty 2023
October 23, 2023 – October 28, 2023
Join us this October for our 2023 National Specialty event in Asheville, North Carolina. Last day to book is Friday, September 22, so don’t delay.
Asheville Crowne Plaza Resort
1 Resort Drive
Asheville, NC, 28806
Hotel Information
Hotel Information
Hotel(s) offering your special group rate:
Room Block is Sold Out!
If you are planning on cancelling your reservation in our block or have a room to share please email NationalCoordinator@esaa.com so we can keep the rooms filled in our block at the group rate.
- Crowne Plaza Resort Ashville for 159 USD per night for Double Queen
- Crowne Plaza Resort Ashville for 174 USD per night for King (Limited number available must call to reserve)
Last Day to Book: Friday, September 22, 2023
Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville
1 Resort Drive
Asheville, NC 38806
828-285-2603
Group Rate Code for phone reservations 24 hours a day is English Setter Association of America. Online reservations can be made 24 hours a day at 1-844-330-0296 or at the link below use Group Code ESL:
Book your group rate at English Setter Association of America.
- Group rate of $159 per night for double queen rooms for guests with or without dogs.
- Group rate of $174 per night for king rooms for guests with or without dogs. (Limited number available must call to reserve)
- Group rates are subject to applicable state and local occupancy taxes in effect at the time of check-out. (Currently 13.5%)
- Book on or before Friday, September 22, 2023, to receive our special rate. All bookings after the cut-off are subject to availability and current hotel room rates.
- Cancellation policy is 48 hours in advance of reservation.
- Early departure policy is a 24-hour notice, or you will be charged a $50 fee.
- $50 non-refundable pet fee; one time charge per room.
- There is a maximum of 4 dogs permitted, per room. If more then 4 dogs are occupying a room, and additional $150 fee will be assessed.
- Plastic under all crates in guest rooms is recommended but is not required or provided by the Hotel.
- Dogs may not enter the hotel restaurant or bar.
- Dogs may not be left unattended in guest rooms, unless they are in a pet carrier or crate.
- Check in time is 3 pm and check out 11 am.
Every room features:
- Free Wi-Fi
- HDTV
- Telephone
- Mini-refrigerator and Coffee Maker / Tea Service
- Workstation
- Iron and ironing board
Local Attractions
Local Attractions
Biltmore House
1 Lodge Street, Asheville, NC 28803
Play in the Biltmore Estate’s 8,000-acre backyard with an array of outdoor activities, indulge in one-of-a-kind shopping, and savor their restaurants’ exceptional fare. Visit Biltmore in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Asheville, NC.
Chimney Rock Park
431 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC 28720
The Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) has long been the home to many aficionados, the meeting place for friends and the vacation destination for so many groups and families. NOC has been recognized by various media including Good Morning America, The New York Times, Outside, National Geographic Adventure and more. Stop by the NOC for an unparalleled outdoor whitewater rafting experience.
Grove Park Inn
290 Macon Avenue, Asheville, NC 28804
Built from granite boulders hewn from Sunset Mountain, The Grove Park Inn opened in 1913. At its opening dinner, William Jennings Bryan declared that it had been “built for the ages.” In the decades since it has become one of the South’s most famous and venerable resorts. From yesterday to today, The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa has remained a place dedicated to providing its guests with comfort — and genuine delight.
WNC Nature Center
75 Gashes Creek Road, Asheville, NC 28805
The WNC Nature Center is a living museum of plants and animals native to the southern Appalachian region. Our purpose is to increase public awareness and understanding of all aspects of the natural environment of Western North Carolina through hands-on and sensory experiences.
Cherokee Reservation / Harrah’s Casino
777 Casino Drive, Cherokee, NC 28719
Set in the beautiful homeland of the Cherokee Native Americans, Harrah’s Cherokee Hotel and Casino offers luxury and beauty both inside and out. This North Carolina hotel has a 15,000 square foot conference center, an indoor pool, and a workout room. Action-packed gaming includes slots, video poker, the Poker Pro poker room, and interactive video technology table games. Enjoy live entertainment at the Cherokee Pavilion, and culinary delights at the choice of restaurants.
Mt. Mitchell (largest mtn east of the Rockies)
2388 State Highway 128, Burnsville, NC 28714
There are a few places in the world that still stand apart from the ordinary. Rising more than a mile high, surrounded by the gentle mist of low-hanging clouds, Mount Mitchell State Park is one of these extraordinary places. In the crest of the timeworn Black Mountains lies the summit of Mount Mitchell, the highest point east of the Mississippi. For those who ascend this mighty peak, what looms in the horizon is a feast for the eyes—breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Grandfather Mountain State Park
9872 Hwy 105 W, Suite #6, Banner Elk, NC 28604
Grandfather Mountain inspires awe through an abundance of natural wonders. Designated by the United Nations as an International Biosphere Reserve and protected forever by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, there is nowhere else on Earth that you can enjoy such a variety of mountain life in one amazing place.
New Belgium Brewing Company
21 Craven Street, Asheville, NC 28806
Sierra Nevada Brewing Company
100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, NC 28732
Blue Ridge Parkway
Parkway headquarters is at Milepost 384, Asheville, NC 28803
The Blue Ridge Parkway is more than a road – it’s a beautiful journey that entices visitors to explore a 469-mile gateway to America’s rich cultural heritage including Cherokee traditions, music, crafts, agriculture, and nature. Your journey is just around the corner! Split-rail fences, old farmsteads, mountain meadows and scenic overlooks with endless vistas make the Blue Ridge Parkway a popular attraction. The Parkway incorporates numerous campgrounds, picnic areas, trails, and waterfalls.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
107 Park Headquarters Road, Gatlinburg, TN
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a hiker’s paradise with over 800 miles of maintained trails ranging from short leg-stretchers to strenuous treks that may require backcountry camping. But hiking is not the only reason for visiting the Smokies. Car camping, fishing, picnicking, wildlife viewing, and auto touring are popular activities.
The North Carolina Arboretum
100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC 28806
Just as our experience of nature is intimate, visitors to The North Carolina Arboretum connect with plants in personal ways that are as diverse and rich as the land itself. Whether you enjoy strolling through gardens, exploring exhibits, enriching your mind, or hiking and biking, the Arboretum offers activities for all ages, including 434-acre natural treasure with 65 acres of cultivated gardens and 10 miles of hiking and biking trails and more.
Thomas Wolf House
51 N Market Street, Asheville, NC 28801
Considered by many to be one of the giants of 20th Century American Literature, Thomas Wolfe immortalized his childhood home in his epic autobiographical novel, Look Homeward, Angel. Wolfe’s colorful portrayal of his family, his hometown of Asheville, North Carolina, and the Old Kentucky Home boarding house earned the historic Victorian home a place as one of American Literature’s most famous landmarks.
Folk Art Center
Milepost 382, Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville, NC 28805
The Folk Art Center is home to the Southern Highland Craft Guild. The center showcases the finest in traditional and contemporary crafts of the Southern Appalachians. In addition to an Eastern National bookstore and Blue Ridge Parkway information desk, the center houses three galleries, a library, and Allanstand Craft Shop. Beginning in March each year, visitors can see live craft demonstrations daily in the Folk Art Center lobby.
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
226 Everett Street, Bryson City, NC 28713
With 53 miles of track, 2 tunnels and 25 bridges, the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad offers a variety of excursions that explore the amazing landscape of Western North Carolina. With the romance and mystique of an era gone by, guests on-board the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad will enjoy scenic train journeys across fertile valleys and through river gorges in a spectacular region near The Great Smoky Mountains.
Flat Rock Playhouse Theater
2661 Greenville Hwy, Flat Rock, NC 28731
The Playhouse’s dual mission of producing the performing arts and providing education in the performing arts includes a ten-show professional series; a summer and fall college apprentice and intern program; performances and cabaret series by the YouTheatre; year-round classes and workshops for students from kindergarten through adults. Flat Rock Playhouse now hosts over 90,000 patrons annually and is a major contributor to the local economy and the Arts in North Carolina.
Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures
One Resort Drive, Asheville, NC 28806
Set on a 124-acre resort property with magnificent 150 year old white oaks. “Fly” 20 to 70 feet above ground on zip line sections from several hundred feet long to 1200 feet long. This urban course offers the convenience of being adjacent to a major resort and downtown Asheville. Includes 10 zip sections, 3 sky bridges, and a new innovation “flying staircase” plus a 54-foot tower with spectacular views of downtown Asheville and the surrounding mountains.
Transportation & Directions
Transportation & Directions
Airport Shuttle
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL): Shuttle not available.
Greenville-Spartanburg (GSP): Shuttle not available.
Charlotte-Douglas International Airport (CLT): Shuttle not available
Local Shuttle
Crowne Plaza Resort
Radius Covered: Downtown Asheville
Hotel offers downtown shuttle service for $8 round trip. The shuttle drops off and picks up hotel guests at a central location in downtown Asheville, convenient to over 250 different shops and restaurants. Shuttle schedule/availability subject to change.
Directions from Airports
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL): Turn left at the light on Airport Rd. Go to the 3rd light and turn left on Exit Ramp for I-26 W. Take I-240 to Asheville. Go 3 miles and take Exit 3-B. Turn right on Regent Park Blvd. Go to Resort Dr. There you’ll find the hotel.
Greenville-Spartanburg (GSP): Take I-85 N. to I-26 W. Merge onto I-240 E. Take Exit 3A for Patton Ave. At the second light make a right and follow the road until you see the Crowne Plaza sign on your left. Make a left and follow the road to registration.
Charlotte-Douglas International Airport (CLT): Take I-85 S. to US-321 N. to I-40 W. Take I-240 W. to exit 3B and drive to Resort Drive. Follow the road to registration.
Directions From the North: Head south on I26 E. Take the exit onto I240 W I26 E US19 S US23 S toward W. Asheville. Continue on US19 S US23 S US74 ALT W. Turn right onto Regent Park Blvd. Turn left to stay on Regent Park Blvd. Continue onto Expo Dr. Turn left onto Resort Dr. The hotel will be on your right.
Directions From the South: Head northwest on I26 W. Follow signs for I26 W Asheville I240. Take Exit 3A and merge onto US19 S US23 S US74 ALT W. Turn right onto Regent Park Blvd. Turn left to stay on Regent Park Blvd. Continue onto Expo Dr. Turn left onto Resort Dr. The hotel will be on your right.
Directions From the East: Merge onto I40 W. Take Exit 53B for I240 W. US74A W. toward Asheville. Continue on I240 W. Keep left at the fork to continue on US19 S US23 S US74 ALT W. Turn right onto Regent Park Blvd. Continue onto Expo Dr. Turn left onto Resort Dr. The hotel will be on your right.
Directions From the East: Head east on I40 E. Take Exit 46B on the left to merge onto I240 E I26 W toward Asheville. Take Exit 3A on the left to merge onto US19 S US23 S US74 ALT W. Turn right onto Regent Park Blvd. Continue onto Expo Dr. Turn left onto Resort Dr. The hotel will be on your right.
Daily Schedule
Daily Schedule
Monday, Oct 23 | Day of Versatility
- 8 AM to 11 PM – Grooming Area Open – Expo Center
- 8 AM to 10 AM – Concessions Breakfast – Expo Center
- 8 AM to 2 PM – ESAA Board Meeting – Foxfire Room
- 8 AM – Breakfast
- 11 AM – Lunch
- 11 AM to 1 PM -Concession Lunch – Expo Center
- 2 PM – Obedience/Rally Judging – Expo Center
- 4 PM -CGC/CGCA & Trick Dog Testing – Expo Center
- 6 PM -Gun Dog Sweeps & Pizza Buffet/Cash Bar – Expo Center
Tuesday, Oct 24 | Day of Vision
- 6 AM to 11 PM – Grooming Area Open – Expo Center
- 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM – Concessions Breakfast – Expo Center
- 9 AM – 4 to 6 Months Puppy – Expo Center
- 9:30 AM – Futurity Judging – Expo Center
- 11 AM to 1 PM – Concessions Lunch – Expo Center
- 1 PM – Maturity Judging – Expo Center
- 2 PM – Stud Dog/Brood Bitch– Expo Center
- 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM – Appetizers/Cash Bar– Expo Center
- 4 PM – Veteran Sweepstakes – Expo Center
Wednesday, Oct 25 | Day with our Stars
- 6 AM to 11 PM – Grooming Area Open – Expo Center
- 8 AM to 2 PM – Health Clinic–Magnolia (Intake) & Dogwood
- 11 AM to 1 PM – Grooming Clinic & Boxed Lunch – Expo Center
- 2:15 PM – Hands on Judging, Top Twenty – Expo Center
- 5 PM – Versatility Showcase – Expo Center
- 5 PM to 8 PM – Appetizers/Cash Bar – Expo Center
- 6 PM – Top Twenty Showcase – Expo Center
- 7:30 PM – Top Twenty Winners Announced followed by Raffle Drawing
Thursday, Oct 26
- 6 AM to 11 PM – Grooming Area Open – Expo Center
- 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM – Concessions, Breakfast – Expo Center
- 9 AM – Regular & Non-Regular Dog Classes – Expo Center
- 11 AM to 1 PM – Concessions Lunch – Expo Center
- 1 PM – Regular & Non-Regular Bitch Classes – Expo Center
- 4 PM – Pee Wees – Expo Center
- 4:30 PM – Junior & Pee Wee Activities – Expo Center & Thomas Wolf Suite (Pizza Party)
- 6 PM – Judges Education – Dogwood (Classroom) & Expo Center
- 7 PM – Hospitality – Thomas Wolf Suite
Friday, Oct 27
- 6 AM to 11 PM – Grooming Area Open – Expo Center
- 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM – Concessions Breakfast – Expo Center
- 9 AM – Junior Showmanship Judging – Expo Center
- 9:30 AM – Arm Band Check-In Both Sexes – Expo Center
- 9:45 AM – Best of Breed Dogs – Expo Center
- 11 AM to 1 PM – Concessions Lunch – Expo Center
- 1 PM – Best of Breed Bitches – Expo Center
- 10 Minute Break
- Final Best of Breed Judging
- Best Puppy/Best Bred by Exhibitor/Best Veteran/Brace & Teams
- 5:30 PM – Social Time, Cash Bar & Raffle Drawing- Expo Center
- 7 PM – Annual Meeting and Banquet – Mt. Pisgah/ Mt. Pilot Ballroom
Saturday, Oct 28 | Central Carolina English Setter Club Regional Specialty
- 6 AM to 11 PM – Grooming Area Open – Expo Center
- 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM – Cash Concessions Breakfast – Expo Center
- 8:30 AM – Puppy & Veteran Sweeps – Expo Center
- 9:30 AM – Junior Showmanship – Expo Center
- 10 AM – Dog Classes – Expo Center
- 11 AM to 1 PM – Concessions Lunch – Expo Center
- 1 PM – Bitch & Non-Regular Classes – Expo Center
- 10 Minute Break
- Best of Breed Judging (Both Sexes Check-In) – Expo Center
Live Streaming Video
Live Streaming Video
ShowDogVideoPros will be LIVE streaming the show, as well as providing RECORDED streaming video class-by-class each day after the judging. Read info for signing up and buying a ticket.
Movies / Videos For Purchase
ShowDogVideoPros will be offering a full suite of video products for purchase both now (before the show), at the show, and afterwards. Visit our Flash Drive Video Store for the ESAA 2023 show.
Pizza Buffet
Welcome Pizza Buffet Reservation Form
On Monday, October 23, 2023 we will be having the Gun Dog Sweepstakes and a Pizza Feast with a Cash Bar
Pizza Buffet Orders Are Now Closed
Pizza Buffet: Assorted Freshly Baked Pizzas, including a Vegetarian Option
Pizza Buffet Cost: $20.00 per person includes service charge & tax.
Make payments via Stripe at http://national.esaa.com/ (in US Funds) or mail to:
Make checks Payable to ESAA
Tannley Goldberg, 32330 SE 307th Street Ravensdale, WA 98051
Cell: 253-861-8481
Email: tannley@outlook.com
Judges
National & Regional Specialty Judges
Monday, October 23, 2023
- Obedience/Rally – Judge- Cheryl Pratt
- Gun Dog Sweepstakes – Judge- Jennifer Radonis
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
- 4 to 6 Months Puppy Class, Futurity and Maturity – Judge – Joan Savage
- Stud Dog & Brood Bitch – Judge – Cindy Lane
- Veteran Sweeps – Judge – Tony DiSiena
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
- Versatility Showcase
- Top Twenty – Judges – To Be Announced
Thursday, October 26, 2023
- Regular & Non-Regular Dog Classes – Judge – Michael Faulkner
- Regular & Non-Regular Bitch Classes – Judge – Jill Warren
Friday, October 27, 2023
- Juniors Competition – Judge – Jill Warren
- Best of Breed – Judge – Jill Warren
Saturday, October 28, 2023 – Central Carolina English Setter Club Specialty
- Sweeps – Judge – Mary Merlo
- All Classes, Juniors, and Best of Breed – Judge – Collette Jaynes
Grooming
Grooming Reservations
- Reserved grooming spaces will be approximately 8’ x 8’. Electricity will be provided.
- An Asheville Crown Plaza Resort confirmation number is required to reserve a grooming space at the $85 rate. All grooming reservations are limited to 2 spaces with or without confirmation number.
- Asheville Crown Plaza Resort confirmation number requests have first priority for spaces until August 1, 2023.
- All grooming spaces in the Expo Center and the Blue Ridge Room (located outside the Expo Center in the hotel) are SOLD OUT.
- If you have a grooming space in the Expo Center that you are willing to share please contact Judi Hunter at judihunteres@yahoo.com.
- Free Grooming is available on the lawn just outside the Expo Center with no electric or tenting provided. Just bring your pop ups and generator if you are planning on grooming outside. Please let us know so we can save grass space.
- Price including electric will be:
$85 with Asheville Crown Plaza Resort Confirmation Number
$150 without Asheville Crown Plaza Resort Confirmation Number
- CRATES MAY NEED TO BE STACKED
- Members need to be aware that ESAA must meet their room quota with the Asheville Crown Plaza Resort, or we will be penalized.
- Grooming will be available Monday, October 23rd at 8:00 AM.
- Everyone will need to be out of the grooming areas by Sunday, October 29, 2023, by 12:00 P.M.
- There will be NO DOGS ALLOWED IN GROOMING AREAS OVERNIGHT. The Resort has strict rules pertaining to barking dogs. BARKING WILL NOT BE TOLERATED.
Grooming Seminar
Grooming Seminar Reservation
DON’T MISS OUT!
On Wednesday, 10/25/23 we are holding a Rare Grooming Lunch and Learn with the Experts from 11am to 1pm in the Expo Center.
Looking for answers to those challenging grooming questions? Well, here is your chance! Come see the Experts in Action. Enjoy a box lunch and mingle with your Setter friends in an interactive atmosphere. Wander from expert-to-expert grooming specific areas of each dog giving you many options and perspectives!
Boxed Lunch Choices:
Served with assorted condiments, seasonal fresh whole fruit, potato chips, cookie and choice of bottled water or soft drink.
- Veggie Sandwich: Cucumber, Lettuce, Sliced Tomato, Avocado, Sprouts on Wheat Berry Bread
- Turkey Sandwich: Smoked Turkey Breast, Baby Swiss, Arugula, Cranberry Aioli on Wheat Berry Bread
- Ham Sandwich: Black Forest Ham and Aged Cheddar Cheese, Crisp Lettuce on Brioche
This is sponsored in part by the ESAA Public Education Fund and includes a discounted box lunch for attendees.
Seminar & Boxed Lunch Cost: $25.00 per person includes service charge & tax.
Boxed Lunch Orders Are Now Closed
Make payments via Stripe at http://national.esaa.com/ (in US Funds) or mail to:
Make checks Payable to ESAA
Tannley Goldberg, 32330 SE 307th Street Ravensdale, WA 98051
Cell: 253-861-8481
Email: tannley@outlook.com
Banquet
Banquet
Banquet Orders Are Now Closed
Friday October 27th 2023 – Dinner Buffet, $53.00 per person includes service charge & tax, follow the forms below for more information and to send in your reservation.
Rv/Box Truck Parking
RV/Box Truck Parking
RV/Box Truck Parking is Full – For new reservations Please Contact BJ Parsons at bjsetters@aol.com to be added to the wait list.
RV/Box Truck PARKING RATE: $ 115.00 for the week
- NO power or water is available (dry camping).
- We have limited spaces available.
- NO Dumping allowed on Resort grounds. Dumping stations near the Resort are available atBear Creek (4 miles) & Lake Powatan (10 miles) Campgrounds.
- Possible Honey Wagon Dump mid to late week depending on cost and interest.
- RV guests may use gas powered generators.
- RV parking will begin on October 22, 2023 – October 29, 2023.
Raffle
Raffle
We are eager to make our raffle extra special this year, so please know your generosity is essential to the success of our event!
All donations are welcome, large or small. We want the raffle table to be overflowing so everyone has a good chance of taking home a raffle item!
There are three easy ways to donate:
- Bring your raffle donation directly to the National.
- Mail your donation to:
- Lynda Chase 1108 Evans Rd. Aiken, SC 29803
- Stripe online donation form:
Our raffle committee will be using the funds to purchase items for the raffle.
Regardless of how you decide to donate, please be sure to let us know so we can recognize your donation in our ESAA catalog and newsletter. Email Suzie Bosshart at benmer@mninter.net
Raffle Committee Members:
- Chairperson – Suzie Bosshart 763-567-0728 benmer@mninter.net
- Member – Gloria Dallum 218-343-3903
- Member – Renee Legierski 763-732-8453
- Media Coordinator – Julia Crawford-Ingvalson 608-213-7826
All Donors will be listed on the national.esaa.com website under the Raffle tab and they will be included in the catalog.
Top 20
Top 20
Entries and rosette orders for Top Twenty are due in full by the end of day, Monday, September 4th 2023.
Top 20 Breed & All Breed Qualifiers
Congratulations to all qualifiers!
The following dogs have qualified for the calendar year of January 1st 2022 to December 31 2022.
Forward any questions regarding Top 20, or Top 20 entries, email esaaTop20@gmail.com.
*PREVIOUS WINNERS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR COMPETITION BUT WE CONGRATULATE THEM ON THEIR achievements! PREVIOUS WINNERS CAN ORDER A ROSETTE AND MEDALLION FOR commemoration.*
Breed Statistics
- GCHP Stagedoor Mercury Comet Cyclone
- Tannley and Marshall Goldberg
- GCHG Ciara N Honeygait Belle of the Ball FDC CGC *
- Van Jacobsen, Lee Afdahl, John and Mary Nowak
- GCHG Sevenoaks Weymouthcatchingifre
- Justine Spiers, Caryl Hodges, Penny Disiena
- GCHS Sleepy Hollow’s American Patriot
- Lori Mowery and J Mowery
- GCHS Esquire’s Bow Tri Affair
- Lisa Nielsen and Christy Marley
- GCHS Penmaen Silent Night of Hemlock Lane
- William and Ellen Fischer
- GCHB Winchester’s An Apple a Day
- Rachel Barnes, Caryl Hodges, Stuart McGraw
- GCH Ciara N Honeygait Naughty By Nature
- John and Mary Nowak, Sabrina Rundle
- GCHB Set’r Ridge’s Creekscrossing Always on My Mind
- Nancy Alexander and Melissa Newman
- GCHS Stagedoor Tamarack Star Power
- Ellen Shanahan and Stacy Threlfall
- GCH Stardom Original Blend
- Renee Metz
- GCHB Jada Just Another Day in Paradise TKN
- Lorna Hastings Menaker and Lisa Moreau
- GCHB Sevenoaks Lady Penelope *
- S Nordstrom, F Ortiz
- GCHB Kaska Tamarack Just Imagine
- Ellen Shanahan and Brian Hubbard
- GCHB Esthete N Pajarito Don’t Stop Me Now RN ACT2 ACT2J
- Carl Necker, Jennifer Necker, Julie Bremser
- GCH Cinnabar’s Three Dog Night
- D Houghton, S Mapes
- GCHB Stagedoor Fast & Furious
- Natasha Stankovic-Brown
- GCHC Tirza’s Set The Stage on Fire JH
- Tiria Alcala
- GCHB Kelyric Trouble in Paradise
- Karen Kenndey and Lanore Matter
- GCH Ballymore Heartrob of Benmer BN JH BCAT CGC TKN
- Susan Bosshart
All Breed Statistics
- GCHG Ciara N Honeygait Belle of the Ball FDC CGC *
- Owner: Van Jacobsen, Lee Afdahl, John and Mary Nowak
- GCHP Stagedoor Mercury Comet Cyclone
- Owner: Tannley and Marshall Goldberg
- GCHS Penmaen Silent Night of Hemlock Lane
- William and Ellen Fischer
- GCH Firehouse N Wingfield Prime Time
- Don and Pat Coller, Eileen Hacket
- GCHB Set’r Ridge’s Creekscrossing Always on My Mind
- Nancy Alexander and Melissa Newman
- GCHG Sevenoaks Weymouthcatchingifre
- Justine Spiers, Caryl Hodges, Penny Disiena
- GCHB Winchester’s An Apple a Day
- Rachel Barnes, Caryl Hodges, Stuart McGraw
- GCHC Tirza’s Set The Stage on Fire JH
- Tiria Alcala
- GCH Wingfield N Chebaco Link to Bridgewood
- Don and Pat Coller, Eileen Hacket
- GCHS Esquire’s Bow Tri Affair
- Lisa Nielsen and Christy Marley
- GCHS Stagedoor Tamarack Star Power
- Ellen Shanahan and Stacy Threlfall
- GCHB Monimar N Hemlock Lane Dirt on My Boots *
- Deb Davis, Susan Schafer, Morgan Iverson
- GCH Tirza’s Country Squire Slash of Blue
- Deb Jauron, Donna Jordan, Tiria Alcala
- GCHB Esthete N Pajarito Don’t Stop Me Now RN ACT2 ACT2J
- Carl Necker, Jennifer Necker, Julie Bremser
- GCH Upland Chasing Yesterday
- Wanda Guitar
- GCHS Sleepy Hollow’s American Patriot
- Lori Mowery and J Mowery
- GCHB Jada Just Another Day in Paradise TKN
- Lorna Hastings Menaker and Lisa Moreau
- GCH Stardom Original Blend
- Renee Metz
- GCH Ballymore Heartrob of Benmer BN JH BCAT CGC TKN
- Susan Bosshart
- CH Windem’s Country Squire
- Jack Gohde, Shaun Jordan, Deb Jauron
NOHS Top 20 Qualifiers
The Following dogs have qualified for the calendar year of September 22, 2021 to September 21, 2022.
- GCH Summerhill This Girl’s On Fire
- Daniel Fabelo, Jayson Rankin, John Fabelo
- GCHB Stagedoor Fast & Furious
- Natasha Stankovic-Brown
- GCH Blu’Star’s Southern General RN DCAT CGC TKN
- Patricia Chin, Janis Flaherty, Michael Chin
- GCHB Esthete N Pajarito Don’t Stop Me Now RN ACT2 ACT2J
- Carl Necker, Jennifer Necker, Julie Bremser
- GCH Camellia Wild at Heart
- Lori Whorff, J Marshall Comerer Jr., Jarret Whorff
- GCHB Jada Thank Heaven for Little Girls
- Lisa Moreau, Ronald F. Moreau
- GCH Set’r Ridge’s Legend in the Making
- Melissa Newman, Gabriel Gebhard
- CH Wingfield Fancy Like Chebaco
- Ben Blasel, Amy Blasel
- CH Bull Mtns Set’r Ridge’s Quigley Down Under
- Rhonda Dillman, Anastasia Swarthout
- GCHB Set’r Ridge’s Somerset Cheerleader
- Julie Brimble, Melissa Newman, Kathleen McVey, Jessica Baker
- GCH Stardom Original Blend
- Renee S Metz
- CH Tamaracks Careless Whisper
- Victoria Kotrotsios
- GCHB Cannongate Fourwinds Sundance Kid
- Dennis P Sheridan, Jean Ann Sheridan, Mary Ciszek
- CH BJ’s Festivity Wildest Dreams
- Dr. Brenda J Parsons DVM, Kristin Apodaca
- GCHG Camelia Love is Here to Stay
- Lori, Conner, and Jarret Whorff
- CH Reidwood Ahead by a Century
- Lauren Brunton, Jean Brunton, Nancy Warner, Jeannette Warner
- CH Setterama’s Trading Post
- Katrine Kruders, Stephan Adams
- CH Huntwood Carob Bad Alibi
- Carol Ulrich, Robert Gleason, Judi M Hunter
- GCHB Tirza’s Set the Stage on Fire JH
- Tiria Briann Alcala
- CH Kaska’s Meant to Be CGC TKN
- Donnah Brnger, Lee Gancer, Lindsey Cook
Top 20 Raffle
Top 20 Raffle
Back again, the Top Twenty Raffle! Always top notch, we count on your sponsorship and support to make this a great feature of every national! We have three ways to help out (besides buying tickets!!)
There are three easy ways to donate:
- Donate items:
Email to Cindy Rice, housemouse2000@comcast.net
- Donate Time!
Volunteer as little as one hour to help sell tickets at our raffle table on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday! Email esaaTop20@gmail.com to coordinate. Thank you!
- Stripe online donation form:
Top 20 Raffle Committee Members:
- Chairperson – Kayla Kozak esaaTop20@gmail.com
- Raffle – Cindy Rice, housemouse2000@comcast.net
All Donors will be listed on the national.esaa.com website under the Raffle tab and they will be included in the catalog.
Versatility Showcase
Versatility Showcase
To recognize and honor those who have earned Versatile English Setter (VES) titles by successfully competing in at least three different venues with their English Setters. The handlers and their dogs will enter the ring with the dogs on leash, their names and a short biography will be read. They will be presented with a rosette inscribed with the dog’s name and titles earned. Only dogs and handlers present at the National will participate in the Showcase.
To be eligible to enter the 2023 ESAA National Versatility Showcase on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, the first Versatility title must be earned and awarded by July 31, 2023.
DEADLINE: Friday, September 1, 2023
Show Secretary
Show Secretary
Patricia Shaw
Speciality Show Secretary
P.O. BOX 35
BURLEY, WA 98322
Cell-360-731-7855
Premium List:
Judging Program:
Preliminary Counts:
Online Entries:
https://patriciashawsss.com/english-setter-associations-of-america-inc/
https://patriciashawsss.com/central-carolina-english-setter-club/
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday – 9:00am to 6:00pm (PDT or PST)
Committee List
Committee List
Committees For ESAA National, Premium
Event Chairman | Linda Wozniak |
National Specialty Coordinator | Tannley Goldberg |
Advertising | CCESC |
Banquet/Tickets | Tannley Goldberg |
Banquet Favors | Paula Helming |
Bathing Station | Kristen Apodaca |
Catalog Advertising | Linda Lauby |
Catalog Sales Table | Cyndi Taves (preorder) |
Decorations | CCESC |
Chief Ring Steward | Linda Wozniak |
Canine Good Citizen/Trick Dog | Janis Flaherty |
Educational Program | BJ Parsons |
ESAA Raffle | Suzie Bosshart, Gloria Dallum, and Julia Ingvalson |
Futurity/Maturity | Kaitlin Daugherty |
Generalist | Charles Reitz |
Grooming Space | Judi Hunter, Chair (with CCESC Members) |
Grounds | Lynda Chase & David Otlewski |
Gun Dog Sweepstakes | BJ Parsons |
Health & Genetics Chair | Paula Spiering |
Hospitality | Carlotta Cooper, Bobby Higgins |
Hotel | Tannley Goldberg |
Judges Education | BJ Parsons |
Judges Liason & Hospitality | Linda Wozniak |
Juniors Activities | Kristen Apodaca |
2023 National Logo Wear | Lynda Chase |
Obedience/Rally | Linda Wozniak |
Photographer | Garth Gourlay |
Ribbons | Jessica Baker |
RV Reservations | BJ Parsons |
Top Twenty Event | Kayla Kozak |
Trophy Committee | Sandy Moody, John Fabelo & Suzie Bosshart |
Videographer | Dog Show Videos |
Website | Tannley Goldberg |
Welcome Committee/Bags | Cyndi Taves |
Committees For CCESC Regional, Premium
Show Chairman | Linda Wozniak |
Chief Ring Steward | Linda Wozniak |
Trophies | Kristen Apodaca, Paula Helming |
Catalog Advertising
National Catalog Advertising
Catalog Advertising Orders Are Now Closed
There is no better way to reach a national English Setter audience than to advertise in the National Specialty Catalog. These Catalogs are kept for reference FOREVER!
ADVERTISING IN THE NATIONAL CATALOG IS AS EASY AS 1-2-3:
- Create your ad and save it as jpeg or high-resolution PDF (ESAA will not be providing ad set-up this year. Below are names of people that can assist with your ad design. Contact them for information and fees).
- EMAIL ALL ADS TO: Linda Lauby linda@outerbankspress.com
- Pay for your ad on 2023 National website CATALOG ADVERTISING PAGE via the order form below.
ADVERTISING SPECIFICATIONS (all ads are full bleed, full color):
• Finished full bleed page size is 5.75″W X 8.75″H (Keep all pictures and type within the live area of 4.75″Wx 7.75″H)
• Acceptable formats are PDF or JPEG
• Ads should be set at 300 dpi and CMYK
(Ads sent in RGB will be returned for conversion)
The following people are available to help create ads. Please contact them for information and fees:
• Julie Luck: julie.luck4454@gmail.com
• Lisa Moreau: bisadvertising@yahoo.com
- Grace Szczurek: ads@photosbygrace.art
PLEASE NOTE: Give your designer plenty of time to complete your ad for submission by September 1, 2023
CGC & Trick Dog
CGC & Trick Dog
We are proud to offer these AKC tests at the 2023 National
- Canine Good Citizen
- Canine Good Citizen Advanced
- Trick Dog Title Certification
Monday,October 23,2023
Start time to be determined after Obedience/Rally Judging
Testing will be conducted by AKC certified CGCe valuator and ESAA member, Janis Flaherty
CGC and CGCA tests cost is $20.00 each
Trick Dog Title Certification cost is $20.00per level (TDN, TDI, TDA, TDP)
Pre-Registration Recommended
Walk-Ups are Welcome
(Walk-Ups will be taken in order, as time permits, after pre-registered dogs)
Direct questions to Janis Flaherty at englishsetter1@me.com
Judges Ed
Judges Education Seminar
The registration deadline is October 1, 2023.
A Judges ’Education seminar for
- Licensed judges who wish to add English Setters as a new breed.
- ESAA members
- Anyone interested in judging someday.
will be held on Thursday, October 26, 2023, in conjunction with the National Specialty.
Space is limited, so please reserve early to make sure you get a “spot.”
Juniors Activities
Juniors Events & Activities
Monday, October 23rd: Obedience Rally & CGC/CGCA/Trick Dog Testing
- ESAA Junior committee will cover the cost of any Junior Handling Team registering for the Canine Good Citizen test. The Junior handlers can apply for reimbursement after they have completed the test by emailing Kristen Apodaca at juniors@esaa.com
- Come join in the opening ceremony and see some true gun dogs in the Gun dog sweepstakes
Tuesday, October 24th: Veteran Sweeps
- Help decorate for Veteran Sweeps by emailing Kristen Apodaca at juniors@esaa.com
Wednesday, October 25th: Learn about our breed!
- Get involved!!!!
There are many opportunities for Juniors to learn about our breed and the Juniors Committee encourages you to meet other English Setter fanciers and learn about topics including health and genetics, judging, and what it takes to put on an event like the national. Here are some volunteer opportunities and please email these women in advance or seek them out when you arrive!
- Help decorate for the Top Twenty: contact Kayla Kozak – Top20@esaa.com
- Health Clinic & Genetics Clinic: contact Paula Spiering – HealthClinic@esaa.com
- Grooming Clinic: contact Susie Kerwin-Bush– President@esaa.com
Thursday, October 26th: Handling Seminar & Pizza
- Eileen Hackett has agreed to coach our junior exhibitors this year during our annual handling workshop. Bring your dog and come ready to learn. This will be in the competition ring immediately following Pee Wees. A pizza party and ice cream social for Juniors, Pee Wees, and their parents will follow. Please let Kristen Apodaca know by October 20, 2023 if you plan to attend the handling seminar, pizza party and ice cream social at juniors@esaa.com
Friday, October 27th: Junior Showmanship & Banquet
- ESAA will cover the cost of any juniors attending the banquet, please indicate that you have a junior attending when purchasing banquet tickets.
Want to participate but don’t have a dog? Don’t worry! We will help you find one so you can learn about this wonderful breed. Contact Kristen Apodaca for more information.
Please contact Kristen Apodaca if you have a dog you would like to share with a junior during the National Specialty.
Questions prior to the national please email: juniors@esaa.com
Junior questions during the National, please see Kristen Apodaca
Health Clinic
Health Clinic
The 2023 Health Clinic will be on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, from 8:00am-2:00pm at the host hotel. As in the past ESAA will be contributing funds towards screening to keep costs low for members. This year we will be offering AKC/DNA screening, and AKC Reunite ISO microchips. We will also offer Thyroid Panels submitted to Michigan State University, OFA, CHIC, and DNA Repository. Appointments and payment must be made in advance of the clinic.
REGISTRATION CLOSES: October 11, 2023. – Additions after the close of registration is on a space available basis and clinic time will not be extended. PLEASE PLAN TO ARRIVE 10 MINUTES BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENTAll tests are deeply discounted to members through funds allocated by ESAA.
If you do participate, please take the time to thank a member of the Board of Directors for this benefit.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION, FOLLOW THE ONLINE OR PRINTABLE LINKS BELOW.
Logowear
Logowear
Members should check out the products with the 2024 ESAA National Logo. There is a great variety of products!
For example, who can’t use a rain poncho to keep in their car for emergencies?
And can you ever have too many Rebecca Ray totes?
Those are just a few of the great items available!
2023 Logo Clothing Limited Availability
Zip Hoodies $50 plus $12 shipping
- Purple
- Red
- Forest Green
- Navy
Pull Over Hoodies $45 plus $12 shipping
- Purple
- Red
- Forest Green
- Navy
T-Shirts Short Sleeved $25 plus $12 shipping
- Gray Tie Dye
Vests $50 plus $12 shipping
- Black
- Blue
Please contact Lynda Chase before ordering for Availability and Special Orders:
lrchase@lyndachase.com or 586-980-7522
Address to:
Central Carolina English Setter Club 2023 ESAA National Logo Clothing Orders
1108 Evans Road Aiken, SC 29803