Official NACSW™
K9 Nose Work® Element Specialty Trials
Sunday, January 22, 2017
Enter L1 Container Trial
Enter L1 Exterior Trial
Volunteer
TRIAL LOCATION:
Springtown Association
931
Larkspur Dr.
Livermore, CA
Please Note:
It is not appropriate to visit the trial location prior to the trial date, nor should training
take place on trial grounds once an event is approved/announced. Our locations are real life search environments where people
work, go to school, etc. Pre-trial visits risk the host losing the opportunity to use the location again in the future.
Trial Host:
Pam Behrens/A Dog’s Day!
Sunday AM: Level 1 Containers
Sunday PM: Level 1 Exteriors
Certifying Official:
Rachelle
Bailey Austin
Judges:
Please Note: Competitors are not eligible to participate in a NACSW™ event if they are a student, immediate
family member, or member of the household of a listed judge or if the dog belongs to an immediate family member or lives in
the household of a listed judge. See the NACSW™ Rule Book for additional details.
Sunday AM:
Rachelle Bailey Austin & Bill Cantrell
Sunday PM:
Rachelle Bailey Austin & Bill Cantrell
Entry Cost:
Level 1 Containers: $65 per dog and handler team
Level 1 Exteriors:
$65 per dog and handler team
Number of Entries:
Level 1 Containers: 35 Entries
Level 1 Exteriors:
35 Entries
(payable via Paypal or credit card through the Paypal site - no
Paypal account required)
One dog per handler per Level/Element.
Registration Entry and Closing:
● Trial entry will open on Thursday, Nov 3, 2016 at 9:00 AM Pacific Time. Entries will
be awarded by random draw of all entries received between 9am Nov 3, 2016 and 9am Nov 5, 2016.
● Trial entry will close when entries fill after the draw period
or 9am Pacific Time on January 6, 2017.
●
NACSW reserves the right
to cancel a trial if minimum entry numbers are not met
●
The trial host of an event
has the right to refuse entry of any competitor or dog for just cause as approved by the National Trial Committee.
Just cause includes lack of adherence to NACSW rules and guidelines and the policies outlined in each event entry premium.
● Note: We will not be taking payment until you are given a space in the trial.
If you are given a space in the trial, you will receive information on how to submit payment. You
will then have 48 hours to complete your payment to confirm your space in the trial.
Registration Method:
All registration will be on-line via the link provided to the NACSW™ trial registration form.
Paper and phone entries will not be accepted. Completing the form is not a guarantee of entry. You will receive an auto-response
email confirming that we received your trial entry after registration - this email does not confirm your space in the trial.
There will be a separate confirmation from info@adogsday.net, to let you know if your entry has been given a space in
the trial.
Entry Method:
Trial
spaces will be awarded in the following manner:
●
Spaces will be awarded
by a random draw of all Qualified Entries (see below) received between 9AM Pacific time, Nov 3, 2016 and 9AM Pacific Time
on Nov 5, 2016.
● In the event that you are having technical difficulties with the
entry system, please email trialEntry@nacsw.net prior to the end of the draw period.
● If a trial level is not full after the draw of Qualified Entries, then there will
be a Secondary Draw of any entries received that did not meet the ORT or title requirements. These entries
will be accepted pending completion of the requirements.
Note: If you are entered in another trial before
this one and earn the title for the level you are entering (L1C/L1E) at this trial, you will forfeit your space in this trial.
You may request that the host add you to the list of those wishing to run their dog For Exhibition Only (FEO), in which case
you may be given a space in the trial if space remains after all Qualified Entries are accommodated. If you earn the title
level after the refund period has ended then you must contact the trial host at: info@adogsday.net within 48 hours of earning your title and at least 72 hours before
the trial you are registered for to let them know you are no longer eligible. If you contact the host within 48 hours of titling
and at least 72 hours before their trial and (1) they are unable to fill your space then you won't be given a refund but will
be allowed to keep your space in the trial and run your dog FEO or (2) they are able to fill your space then a refund will
be issued minus the processing fee listed in the cancellation policy. If you fail to contact the host within 48 hours of earning
your title and at least 72 hours before the trial you are registered for then you will forfeit your space, you will not be
allowed to run as FEO, and no refund will be issued.
●
After all entries received
during the draw period are processed, if the trial level is still not full, entries will continue to be accepted in the order
they are received through the closing date or when entries fill.
●
You may enter multiple
dogs for entry in the draw. However, only one dog/handler per level/element will be accepted into the trial.
Entry will go to the dog selected in the draw – you may not swap to an alternate dog. In
the event that multiple dogs are selected in the draw, you may select which dog you wish to enter. Once
a dog has been entered as a second dog/handler entry, you may not swap handlers after the draw to change the entry to a first
dog/handler unless the trial is not full.
●
Dogs may be given a space
in multiple trials of different level/elements during a trial weekend. No dog may enter the same element
at two different levels on the same trial weekend.
●
Some trial entries may
be given priority entry based on contributions to the organization and the trial process.
● If space remains after all qualified entries are accommodated on Jan 9, 2017, then
we may accept entries for those who have earned the current title level – and wish to retest at the same level. Entrants
retesting at the same level will be For Exhibition Only (FEO) and will not be eligible to receive title or placement ribbons.
FEO results will not be included in the posted trial results.
A Qualified Entry is one that meets all of the following criteria
1. Complete the on-line trial entry between 9AM Nov 3, 2016 and 9AM Pacific Time Nov
5, 2016.
2. The Handler is a NACSW™ member for the 2016-2017 membership
year (8/1/16- 7/ 31/17).
3.
The Dog is registered
with the NACSW™
4.
Dogs participating in
a trial must be at least one year of age.
5.
The Dog has passed the
appropriate ORT and prior title level at least 14 days before the trial opens for entries.
6. The Dog has earned the appropriate ORT and prior title level at least 14 days prior
to the trial date.
7. Qualified entry for Level 1 – Dog has not earned the Level 1 title for the
Element.
8. Qualified entry for Level 2 – Dog has earned the Level 1
title for the Element, but has not yet earned the Level 2 title for the Element
9.
Qualified entry for Level
3 – Dog has earned the Level 2 title for the Element, but has not yet earned the Level 3 title for the Element
You will be notified via e-mail of the results of the random draw by 5:00PM (pacific
time) November 14, 2016. If you are given a space in the trial, you will receive information on how to
submit payment. You will then have 48 hours to complete your payment to confirm your space in the trial.
A
waiting list for alternates will be started as soon as entries fill.
Alternates will be contacted when a space opens. Note:
Depending on last minute trial logistics, we may opt to not fill all canceled spaces.
Be sure you read and understand the guidelines for this trial before entering. By submitting a registration
for this NACSW™ Trial, you acknowledge that you have read, understand, and accept the policies and liability information
of NACSW™.
Cancellation Policy:
Refunds
The following cancellation policy applies:
·
For cancellation of entries on or before 5pm pacific time Dec 26, 2016– Full refund /Full refund minus $5 processing
fee.
· For cancellation of entries after 5 pm Dec 26, 2016 –
no refunds will be issued.
All cancellations must be emailed to info@adogsday.net.
Entry fees shall not be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified,
or excused by the NACSW™ official or judge.
This cancellation and refund
policy applies to competitors that must withdraw for any reason including but not limited to injury, illness, emergency, and
personal or work-related reasons.
No part of the fee will be refunded
if the trial cannot take place or be completed by reason of fire, civil disturbances, an Act of God, public emergency, or
any other cause beyond the control of the trial organizers.
Trial
Conditions:
At an Element Specialty Trial, there will typically be 3-5 searches for each trial. This
number may vary to allow for more locations to be obtained for trials. Difficulty will be adjusted by the
Certifying Official through selection of areas, hide placement, etc. Search areas will tend to be varied
in environment for each trial. For example, for a Level 1 Container search you might have container searches
in large spaces, small spaces, inside, outside, with elevation, etc. Modeled after real-life detection work, K9 Nose Work®
trials are held in many different locations, with a variety of terrain, under varying weather conditions. Dogs and handlers
need to be able to safely negotiate a variety of surfaces, including, but not limited to, tile, linoleum, carpeting, gravel,
asphalt, uneven surfaces, and slippery footing. Handlers should be prepared to deal with a variety of weather conditions,
including heat, cold, rain and snow. Trials frequently require covering extensive distances to get to and from the parking
area to each of the search areas and generally require that this be done across natural, uneven surfaces. Handlers should
be prepared for the physical demands and must be able to navigate the terrain with their dog accordingly. Participants should
expect to spend most of the day outside or in their vehicles as there are rarely indoor crating options at trials. Please
be prepared for you and your canine partner to deal with all of these varying environmental challenges. Handlers agree that
they are entering this trial at their own risk.
This trial location on an old golf
course. The parking lot is paved and pathways are in good condition. Search areas may include dirt, grass,
and gravel. Because of where the parking lot is situated, you may be asked not leave the property during
the trial. Please pack food, water and medications for you, and your dog, that you may need during the
duration of the trial. Due to unforeseen conditions, such as weather or change in availability of areas
at the location, the expected
Liability:
By registering for the trial, the competitor hereby assumes all
risks of, and responsibility for, accidents and/or damage to her/himself or to her/his property or to others, resulting from
the actions of her/his dog. The competitor expressly agree that the NACSW™, Pam Behrens/A Dog’s Day! and its assignees
or any other person, or persons, of said groups, shall not be held liable personally, or collectively, under any circumstances,
for injury, and/or damage to her/himself, for loss or injury to property, whether due to uncontrolled dogs or negligence of
any member of said groups, or any other cause, or causes. The competitor also agrees to assume all financial
liability that may be incurred by the NACSW™ due to the actions of themselves or their dogs regardless of the cause.
Dog Policies:
● All dogs must be on a 6’ leash at all times when not being
tested. NO flexi-leashes while not participating in a competition search.
● Reactive and/or spatially challenged dogs should wear a red bandana (to be provided by the dog’s
handler) to help signal others that the dog needs extra space from other dogs.
● Dogs will be toileted in designated areas and handlers must pick-up and dispose of waste.
● Dogs and handlers must stay in designated areas to avoid contaminating
testing space, interrupting a test, or from viewing any part of the testing.
● Please leave unentered dogs at home.
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Competitors should expect
to keep their dogs confined in a crate or vehicle when not competing. The logistics of a trial typically
do not allow for dogs to hang out on leash in between searches. Competitors should plan to provide their
own shade using canopies or shade cloths.
Females in Season:
Will be allowed to run wearing “pants” at the very end of the running orders after all other dogs
have been judged. Females in season will be parked and pottied in areas separate from the other dogs while at the trial if
the location logistics permit. Handlers must contact info@adogsday.net so plans can be made for the dog.
Rules:
Complete rules are available at www.NACSW.net. It is the responsibility
of each competitor to read and understand the current NACSW™ Rule book prior to participating in a NACSW™ event.
RV Parking:
There is space for RVs to park in the competitor parking area during
the trial day. To reserve a space you will need to contact the host after you receive a confirmation that you have received
a space in the trial. email info@adogsday.net to reserve RV space. No overnight RV parking is available.
Smoking:
Smoking is not allowed on this trial site, including the use of
e-cigarettes
Sportsmanship:
All competitors/handlers and spectators are expected to follow the rules of the NACSW™
and demonstrate good sportsmanship. This includes making sure the hide placements are unknown to the handler prior to testing
and kept secret from other competitors. Please do not discuss hide placement or any details of a dog's performance that may
provide information or clues to other handlers or may be overheard.
NACSW™
Scorebook and Ribbons:
Competitors
will need to bring their NACSW™ Scorebook to the registration table at the end of the element specialty trial if they
wish to have their results officially recorded by the score room workers. Scorebooks will not be collected at the beginning
of the day. If competitors wish to know the reason for any faults received they will need to stay until final results are
ready at the end of the element specialty trial to get that information from the score room workers. Results posted online
and written in scorebooks will list the number of faults received but will not explain the reason(s) for the fault(s). Title
ribbons can be picked up as soon as a competitor finishes their runs. It is not the responsibility of the host or NACSW™
to mail ribbons that aren’t picked up at the trial.
Volunteers:
Please note that competitors may not volunteer in
a trial they are competing in, however, they may volunteer for the Element Specialty Trial in the other half of the same day.
Spectators:
Family members and friends are welcome to watch certain elements if there is appropriate viewing space
for a gallery that will not interfere with the dog working or the judging. Limits may be put on the number of spectators depending
on the turn out. Children under 18 must be directly supervised by a parent/guardian at all times. Spectators MUST
check-in at registration, sign a waiver, and get a name badge. No dogs will be allowed in the spectator area. No
unentered dogs are allowed at the trial. Spectators are reminded that the hide placements must not be discussed nor should
they speak with any competitors about what they saw until after the trial is complete. Competitors are not allowed to watch
the trial at anytime.
Video Taping and Photography:
Videos and photos of the competition
or competition areas are not allowed at this time, except by any photographer/video service contracted by the host.
No portion of any event may be videotaped or photographed for commercial or other purposes without written authorization
from NACSW™. All photographs, video broadcast, and telecast rights for NACSW™ events are the exclusive property
of NACSW™.
As a condition of your entry, you agree to allow NACSW™,
or their agents, to video you and your dog, during the entirety of the NACSW™ event. These videos
are the property of NACSW™. All competitors, through entry at any NACSW™ event, waive any and
all rights relative to video broadcast or photography of such event.
Hotels and Directions:
A list of area hotels and directions will be provided with the confirmation information.
Questions:
All
trial related questions, contact Pam Behrens, info@adogsday.net.