2022 Fall Fun Match
WESC 74th & 75th Specialty - June 18, 2022
2022 Spring Fun Match
2021 October Meeting
And Grooming Seminar
2021 Fall Fun Match
WESC Specialties - July 19, 2021- What Fun!
Spring 2021 Fun Match, Field Training & Annual Awards!!
NOVEMBER 2020 COVID FREE MEETING
2020 ANNUAL AWARD WINNERS
2020 FALL FUN MATCH
June 2019 WESC Back to Back Specialties New Lenox
2019 SPRING "B" MATCH, NEW LENOX, IL
2019 FIELD TRAINING IN FORREST, IL
Members of the WESC began training their dogs in field events with Terry Cope of the Rooster Heaven Hunt Club. Training will be ongoing throughout the Spring and is available to all WESC members and friends.
2018 HOLIDAY PARTY
The WESC annual holiday party was held on December 1st at the residence of Ross & Cynthia Rice. Twenty-five members (both 2 and 4-legged) attended and a great time was had by all!
Fall Field Event 2018
The Western English Setter Club (WESC) hosted its first field event on Saturday, October 6th and Sunday, October 7th. An ESAA Hunting Dog (HD) and Hunting Dog Excellent (HDX) trial was held at the Seneca Hunt Club in Seneca, Illinois.
Ten English Setters from three states participated in this inaugural event, with several other setters and their owners learning the basics of fieldwork during the training sessions that were offered each day. The contestants were joined by several WESC members, who came out just to watch and cheer on the participants.
In addition to the thrill and excitement experienced by all of the participants, highlights of the two-day event included a third HDX pass by Claire, owned by Karen Lishinski and handled by Ray McVeigh, earning her HDX title, and a third HD pass by Icey, owned and handled by Ross Rice, earning her HD title.
The judges also gave an honorable mention to Judi Hunter’s 9-month old puppy, Twizzle, who was in the field for the first time, and the most improved setter was Kizzy, owned and handled by Mary Ann Rodgers, who was also a first time field participant. Marley, owned and handled by Mary Nowak, and Sprout, owned and handled by Cindy Rice, recorded HD passes both days and are just one pass away from their HD title.
Thanks to the generosity of WESC members Jan and Konrad Wies, a trophy was commissioned to honor the best field dog during the weekend. The judges were split on their evaluations, with Icey earning the honor on Saturday and Claire capturing top dog honors on Sunday, so the title was awarded to both
Despite less than ideal weather conditions, all of the participants and spectators had a good time and each day was capped off with a delicious luncheon, courtesy of Cindy Rice and Mary Nowak. Be sure to join us in the spring when we’ll be back in the field.
Ten English Setters from three states participated in this inaugural event, with several other setters and their owners learning the basics of fieldwork during the training sessions that were offered each day. The contestants were joined by several WESC members, who came out just to watch and cheer on the participants.
In addition to the thrill and excitement experienced by all of the participants, highlights of the two-day event included a third HDX pass by Claire, owned by Karen Lishinski and handled by Ray McVeigh, earning her HDX title, and a third HD pass by Icey, owned and handled by Ross Rice, earning her HD title.
The judges also gave an honorable mention to Judi Hunter’s 9-month old puppy, Twizzle, who was in the field for the first time, and the most improved setter was Kizzy, owned and handled by Mary Ann Rodgers, who was also a first time field participant. Marley, owned and handled by Mary Nowak, and Sprout, owned and handled by Cindy Rice, recorded HD passes both days and are just one pass away from their HD title.
Thanks to the generosity of WESC members Jan and Konrad Wies, a trophy was commissioned to honor the best field dog during the weekend. The judges were split on their evaluations, with Icey earning the honor on Saturday and Claire capturing top dog honors on Sunday, so the title was awarded to both
Despite less than ideal weather conditions, all of the participants and spectators had a good time and each day was capped off with a delicious luncheon, courtesy of Cindy Rice and Mary Nowak. Be sure to join us in the spring when we’ll be back in the field.
Fall Fun March 2018
The weather for the Fall Fun Match could not have been better! The sun was shining, the dogs were cool and the northern breezes brought forth a beautiful sight with the arrival of Lori Stewart all the way from Canada. The 2-4 month class was a delight to watch as it is always a joy to get a glimpse of the new puppies. Thanks to Jan Wies for putting on a stellar match. Congratulations to all of the winners.
June 16, 2018 WESC SPECIALTY
The Western's Speciality Conformation Show was held on Saturday, June 16th at the Stone City Kennel Club in South Suburban New Lenox. Nearly 50 dogs from throughout the United States competed in this annual event. Thanks to all who participated and see you again next year!
May 2017 Spring Fun Match
Our Spring Fun Match was held at Francis Field in South Suburban New Lenox. After the judging was completed, a potluck luncheon was served and the monthly business meeting was held. Special thanks to Jan Zeich for judging the conformation portion of the day.
September 2017 - National Specialty Show
The English Setter Association of America's 2017 National Specialty Show was hosted by the Western English Setter Club at the Pheasant Run Resort in St. Charles, IL in September. Over 350 English Setters from across the country and Canada participated in the largest gathering of this Sporting Breed dog in the country.
The week long event began on Sunday, September 10th with an English Setter only Agility Trial at the nearby Car-Dun-Al training facility. Nineteen setters competed in this AKC sanctioned event, demonstrating a combination of speed, agility and training.
The week long event began on Sunday, September 10th with an English Setter only Agility Trial at the nearby Car-Dun-Al training facility. Nineteen setters competed in this AKC sanctioned event, demonstrating a combination of speed, agility and training.
On Monday, September 11th, an English Setter Walking Field Trial was held at the Des Plaines Fish and Wildlife Preserve in Wilmington, IL. The 40 entries in the AKC Sanctioned event enjoyed near perfect weather and field conditions.
On Tuesday, the focus of the show swung to the Pheasant Run Resort where Obedience and Rally events were held, demonstrating more of the abilities of this wonderful breed.
Puppies! Juniors! Veterans! Best of Winners! Best of Breed!
Top Twenty! Dual Champion! We Had It All!!!
Top Twenty! Dual Champion! We Had It All!!!
June 2017 - WESC Specialty at Grayslake
2017 Spring Fun Match
Our Spring Fun Match was held at Francis Field in New Lenox. The weather was perfect and the potluck was outstanding. It was fun to see the many new puppies who will be sporting their stuff at the 2017 National. A BIG Western English Setter Club Thank YOU to Amy Miller for judging.
2016 Fall Fun Match
Our fall Fun Match was held on September 17th at Dave and Judy Mates residence. Twenty-one club members were in attendance, along with numerous friends, relatives and over a dozen of our four-legged club members. Daniel Fabelo was our special guest and served as our judge. The weather cooperated as well and a great time was had by all.
September 2016 Pets-a-Palooza
Club members Nicki Belczak and Cindy Rice participated in a "Meet the Breed" event held at the Moosehart Academy on September 18th. The event, called Pets-a-Palooza, was sponsored by and benefited the Anderson Animal Shelter in Elgin and was attended by over 1000 local dog and cat lovers. Assisting Nicki and Cindy with the demonstrations were some of our four-legged members, Miss Sophie, Elsa and Rey.
Club members Nicki Belczak and Cindy Rice participated in a "Meet the Breed" event held at the Moosehart Academy on September 18th. The event, called Pets-a-Palooza, was sponsored by and benefited the Anderson Animal Shelter in Elgin and was attended by over 1000 local dog and cat lovers. Assisting Nicki and Cindy with the demonstrations were some of our four-legged members, Miss Sophie, Elsa and Rey.
