Welcome to the German Shorthaired Pointer Club of Washington!
History
Our Mission
Established in 1951, the German Shorthaired Pointer Club of Washington promotes the German Shorthaired Pointer and hosts Field Trials, Hunt Tests, Conformation Specialty Shows, Fun Days, and supports Rescue of GSPs.
In The Beginning
Two Hall of Fame, GSP Club of America, GSPC of WA members start this picture off. On the left is R.L. (Bob) Holcomb, professional gundog trainer and importer of Radbach and Grief lines. When Bob was stationed in Germany after WWII, he sent some very good German dogs to his clients in California and Washington. The genetics of these dogs still have an impact on breeding in the United States. Bob was a first rank trainer and breeder, finishing nearly one hundred dogs in his career.
Second from left is Dave McGinnis, legendary All Age trainer and handler. Dave won a number of National Championships. Dave was always in the money and at times was unbeatable.
Third from the left is former member Bob Johnston, trainer and handler of many Field Champions, including a few of his own. Bob was also a former GSPC of WA board member.
On the far right is Walter Epps. As a member of the GSPC of WA, he also made his impact on the Field Trial circuit as he trained, finished, and competed a number of top flight dogs in this region.
Honorary Lifetime Members
The GSP Club of WA takes pride in honoring Lifetime Members who have dedicated countless hours to the Club, its members, serving on committees and the Board of Directors. These individuals have excelled in various venues with their dogs. Many continue to participate in club activities today.