Rustyaxecamp--
Well, the question of training is a good one indeed. If time permits and you are up to it there is probably nothing more frustrating or satisfying than training your own dog.
If you are going to use a trainer then find one who specializes in the breed you choose. Much better to get the pastry chef to make your turnovers and the choclatier to make your choclates.

Never hunted over PL or GWP so good luck with the choice. Need any info on CBR or GSP let me know. BTW my CBR loves the upland fields and on occasion even points, but her absolute favorite is duckhunting but these days there don't seem to be any ducks around.