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Field Trial Chairman: General Responsibilities
The Field Trial Chairman (FTC) is responsible for all phases of the organization and conduct of the trial. This responsibility begins following the decision by the Board of Trustees regarding the grounds, dates, judges, purses, and running order of the stakes. The Field Trial Chairman’s role is supervisory— that is, the Chairman can delegate duties as necessary and then coordinate the activities of those to whom specific responsibilities have been delegated. The Chairman is responsible to the Board of Trustees and the Association President for all decisions and actions. The Chairman should always be a good will emissary for the NGSPA and all of its activities. Field Trial Chairman: Specific Responsibilities
Judges Following their selection by the Board of Trustees, it is the responsibility of the Field Trial Chairman to contact all judges, confirm their acceptance, coordinate their duties if they are to judge more than one stake, and arrange travel, lodging, and incidentals of the judges’ stay at the trial. The Chairman should ensure that all judges are accorded proper dignity, courtesy, and respect, and must promptly report violations of this to the Board of Trustees for their review. Birds The Field Trial Chairman communicates with grounds officials with regard to bird populations and determines the necessity for liberated game. If necessary, he/she coordinates the purchase, housing, and liberation of all birds. Horses If a wrangler is needed, the Field Trial Chairman coordinates a service contract with the wrangler. Daily Running Time, Etc. All decisions regarding starting times, quitting times, delay decisions, etc., are the responsibility of the Field Trial Chairman & Stake Manager. Courses The Field Trial Chairman and Stake Manager are responsible for the layout of the course(s) for each event and any alterations that may be necessitated by unforeseen occurrences. Food Service The Field Trial Chairman will not be responsible for the food service at the trial. Social Activities The Field Trial Chairman is not responsible for the planned social activities but will work closely with the Social Director to ensure continuity between the running of the trial and all social activities. Trophies and other Awards The Field Trial Chairman will not be responsible for the selection and purchase of the trophies and awards. The Board will designate an individual to purchase these as well as to solicit donations to support their procurement. Judges’ Gifts The Field Trial Chairman will not be responsible for purchasing the gifts given to the judges. SUMMARY The Field Trial Chairman coordinates and supervises the trial. He/she works closely with the Association President, the Board, the Field Trial Secretary, and the Stake Managers to do everything possible to ensure the orderly running of a class trial leading to deserving National winners. |
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