January 13 & 14, 2018
Nothing But Games Trial
A Limited AAC Sanctioned Agility Trial
Neitak Equestrian Centre, Stony Plain, AB
(Indoor on a sand mixture surface)
Our Distinguished Judges:
Meaghan O’Neill (AB)
Christina Sanders (AB)
Classes Offered:
2 Gamblers, 2 Snooker, 3 Jumpers,
2 Steeplechases and 1 Team
(Electronic Timing will be used)
Opening Date: December 1, 2017
Closing Date: December 22, 2017
Trial Secretary
Denise Reid-Clarke
(780) 473-8814 or
12951-202 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5S 0E2
Mailed or emailed entries postmarked between
December 1 and December 22, 2017 will be accepted. Emailed entries not valid until payment is received.
Tentative Order of Classes
Saturday / SundayGamblers 1
(ST/AD MO, MA CS) / Gamblers 2
(MA CS, ST/AD MO)
Snooker 1
(ST/AD MO, MA CS) / Team CS
Steeplechase 1 CS / Snooker 2
(MA CS, ST/AD MO)
Jumpers 1
(ST/AD/MA CS) / Steeplechase 2 CS
Jumpers 2
(ST/AD MO, MA CS) / Jumpers 3
(MA CS, ST/AD MO)
AAC ID Cards
NEW!!! All dogs must have an AAC ID card and must be presented at check-in for this trial. If your dog does not yet have an AAC ID card, the registration form can be found on the AAC website (www.aac.ca).
NEW!!! Height Categories & Jump Heights
Height At Withers / Regular / Specials / Veterans/Junior Handler / Double Drop Veterans
12 or less / 8 (or 12) / 4 / 4 / n/a
>12 to 15 / 12 (or 16) / 8 / 8 / 4
>15 to 18 / 16 (or 20) / 12 / 12 / 8
>18 to 22 / 20 (or 24) / 16 / 16 / 12
>22 / 24 / 20 / 20 / 16
Entry Changes/Move-ups
A dog that has entered this trial and subsequently earns a title or other entry change will be permitted to move-up in a class or change entry providing the Trial Secretary is notified by January 10, 2018.
If you get a title on Saturday, you may move-up to the next level on Sunday by filling out the class move-up form. The class move-up form will be available at the results table on Saturday.
Veterinarian
To be announced.
Ribbons & Rosettes
Ribbons for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th places and qualifying runs, will be given in each jump height category. Rosettes will be given for all titles.
Concession
A high quality hot and cold concession is provided by Neitak.
Class Descriptions
Regular Classes: These classes are open to all dogs, 18 months of age or older, as described within the current rules of the Agility Association of Canada.
Specials Classes: These classes are open to all dogs but are intended for dogs that are of a size or stature which limits their jumping ability. A dog may no longer compete in Regular classes after being entered at an official trial in any Specials class level, except that they may move to Veterans.
Veterans Classes: These classes shall be for dogs seven years of age or older that are currently competing in any Regular Class and for dogs five years of age or older who have competed in the Specials Class level for a minimum of twelve months.
Starters Games Classes: The Starters Games classes are open to dogs that have not earned two qualifying scores in a particular game. However, if at the time of entry to this trial a dog has earned two qualifying scores in a particular Starters level game, the dog must be entered in the Advanced Games Classes for that particular game.
Advanced Games Classes: The Advanced Games classes are open to dogs that have earned two qualifying scores in a particular Starters level game but have not earned three qualifying scores for a particular Advanced level game.
Masters Games Classes: The Masters Games classes are open to dogs that have completed three qualifying scores at the Advanced level for that particular game.
Gamblers Class: This game demonstrates the handler’s strategy and the dog’s ability to work at a distance from the handler. The object of the game is to accumulate as many points as possible during the Opening Sequence and successfully complete the main Gamble.
Jumpers Class: This game demonstrates a dog’s natural jumping ability. The dog is required to complete a course comprised of hurdles and tunnels as prescribed by the judge.
Steeplechase: This class demonstrates the dog’s ability to run and jump at speeds while maintaining control on the A-frame and weave poles.
Snooker Class:
This game demonstrates the handler and dog’s versatility as they work together against the clock. The object of the game is to accumulate as many points as possible by successfully completing obstacles in the prescribed order and within the allotted time.
Directions
Neitak Equestrian Centre is located 20 km south of Stony Plain on Hwy 779.
Directions from Edmonton using Hwy 16A:
Go west on Hwy 16A until you hit Hwy 60 to Devon. Go south on Hwy 60 until you get to Hwy 627.
**Go west on Hwy 627 to Hwy 779 (Rge Rd 10). (*the street signs increase to Rge Rd 280 & then drop to Rge Rd 10). Go south on Hwy 779 for 12 km; you will pass a “No Exit” sign but keep going the full 12 km. Look for the first farm on the right after Township Road 505 (50416 Rge Rd 10). You will see the “Neitak Equestrian” sign on the entrance gate.
Directions from Edmonton using HWY 2 South:
Go west on Hwy 19 Nisku or Hwy 39 Leduc until you get to Hwy 60. Go north on Hwy 60 through the town of Devon until you get to Hwy 627.
**Continue with the first set of directions**
Accommodations
66 Boulder Boulevard
Stony Plain
780-968-5123 / Travelodge Spruce Grove
20 Westgrove Drive
(Hwy 16A North)
Spruce Grove
1-866-962-6050
Ramada Inn & Suites
3301-43 Avenue
Stony Plain
1-866-449-2946 / Travelodge Stony Plain
74 Boulder Boulevard
Stony Plain
780-963-1161
**All of the above accommodations have restaurant facilities located in the hotel or within walking distance from the hotel**
Have a safe and happy Christmas & New Year.
See you in January, 2018!!
P.A.C.E. Trial Mail-In Entry Form
Trial Date: January 13 & 14, 2018
Return completed entry form, release & indemnity form (one per owner) with
fees payable to P.A.C.E. by e-mail at (e-transfer please use ‘Wicked’) or
by mail Denise Reid-Clarke, 12951-202 Street, NW, Edmonton, AB T5S 0E2
Entries must be postmarked/delivered between Dec. 1 - 22, 2017.
(Please use one entry form per dog and please print clearly)
OWNER INFORMATION Has any of this information changed? YES NO
Owners Name:Address:
City: / Province: / Postal Code:
Phone: / Email:
Handler (if different from the owner):
DOG INFORMATION Has any of this information changed? YES NO
Name (as indicated on AAC ID Card): / AAC ID #:Breed: / Birth Date (dd/mmm/yy): / Sex: / M / F
Dog competes in: / Regular / Specials / Veterans / DD Veterans / Jr. Handlers
Height at Withers: / Height Dog Will Jump: / 4” / 8” / 12” / 16” / 20” / 24”
Team partner: Draw or Dog: / Handler:
CLASS INFORMATION: Is this your first trial? YES NO
Saturday / SundayST Gamblers 1 / MA Gamblers 2 / Individual Runs/Weekend Packages:
AD Gamblers 1 / AD Gamblers 2 / Number of runs x $13/run / = / $
MA Gamblers 1 / ST Gamblers 2 / Weekend Package (10 runs @ $110) / = / $
ST Snooker 1 / Team 1 / Number of JH runs x $5/run / = / $
AD Snooker 1 / MA Snooker 2 / Less 10% PACE member discount / - / $
MA Snooker 1 / AD Snooker 2 / Less PACE coupons / - / $
Steeplechase 1 / ST Snooker 2 / GST # 830015749 / Total fees / = / $
ST Jumpers 1 / Steeplechase 2
AD Jumpers 1 / MA Jumpers 3 / The weekend package is per handler and can be
MA Jumpers 1 / AD Jumpers 3 / shared with as many dogs as you have!!!
ST Jumpers 2 / ST Jumpers 3
AD Jumpers 2 / *** Optional: Donation to IFCS Team $
MA Jumpers 2 / Donation to AB/NWT National Fund $
Please add this amount to your payment.
In consideration of the acceptance of the entry I/We agree to abide by the rules and regulations of AAC and P.A.C.E. in effect at the time of this trial, and by any additional rules and regulations as approved by the Board of AAC and/or P.A.C.E. for this trial. I/We certify that the dog entered is not a hazard to persons or other dogs. I/We further agree to be bound by the “Release and Indemnity” included as part of the Premium List.
PLEASE SIGN AND DATE THE ATTACHED “RELEASE AND INDEMNITY” FORM (one per ownwer/handler not per dog) and mail with your TRIAL ENTRY FORM(S). ENTRY IS NOT VALID UNLESS RELEASE HAS BEEN SIGNED, DATED, AND ALL FORMS ARE SUBMITTED WITH THE CORRECT FEES.
***I UNDERSTAND THAT MY ENTRY IS ACCEPTED ON THE CONDITION THAT I AM WILLING TO VOLUNTEER.***
PERFORMANCE AGILITY CLUB OF EDMONTON EDMONTON, ALBERTA
Website: www.paceagility.org
Release and Indemnity
The “Releasor” is:
The Owner, being the owner of the dog; and/or
The Handler, being the person exhibiting the dog at the event, if other than the owner of the dog.
The “Releasees” are:
The Sanctioning Body, being the following and including it’s officers, directors, employees and agents:
Agility Association of Canada (AAC); and
The Club, being the Performance Agility Club of Edmonton (PACE) and including it’s officers, directors, employees and agents; and
The Premises Owner/Operator, being the owner/operator of the facility at which the Event is being held, which is more particularly described as;
Neitak Equestrian Centre, Stony Plain, AB
Definitions:
“Aggressive Behaviour” means that the Dog has attacked, or threatened to attack.
“Dog” means any dog, or dogs, at the event with the Releasor whether competing or not.
“Event” means but is not limited to, agility trials, demonstrations, instructional classes, scheduled practices and seminars.
“Hazards” mean and include, but are not limited to, the condition of the grounds, floors, stairways, halls, lighting, security measures or lack of, electrical appliances, fittings, show rings, parking areas and the presence of unfamiliar animals and people.
“Loss” means any damage or injury (including death).
“Rules” means the Official Rules and Regulations of the Sanctioning Body, the Club and the Premises Owner/Operator, and the additional rules appearing in the Agility Trial schedule for the Event and/or posted at the Event, if any.
Certification
I certify that:
1. I am the Owner of the Dog, or that I am the duly authorized Handler of the Dog;
2. I have read, understand and will abide by the Rules and Regulations of the Releasees in effect at the time of the Event;
3. The Dog does not have a history of Aggressive Behaviour and is not a danger to persons or other dogs;
4. The Dog’s vaccinations are current and in accordance with the requirements of the Sanctioning Body and the Club.
Acknowledgment
I acknowledge that:
1. Attendance at or participation in the Event will expose the Dog and myself to a number of Hazards which could result in Loss to the Dog or to myself;
2. There is a risk of Loss to the Dog caused by its attendance at or participation in the Event, including but not limited to, Loss caused by the premises, equipment, other dogs and other people;
3. There is a risk of Loss to myself and other persons in attendance with me caused by my attendance at or participation in the Event, including but not limited to, Loss caused by the premises, equipment, other dogs and other people.
Release
In consideration of the acceptance of my application for attendance at or participation in the Event, I hereby:
1. Release the Releasees from all nature of liability, including liability for negligence, whether gross negligence or otherwise, arising from my attendance at or participation in the Event, and freely assume all risks, including the risk of injury to my person, my property or the Dog, which may occur because of my attendance at or participation in the Event;
2. Release the Releasees from all liability of any nature, including liability for negligence, whether gross negligence or otherwise, for all loss, in relation to claims against me or through me, or against or through any member of my family or any other person accompanying me or attending as my guest or in my place, or arising as a result of any action or inaction by me or by the Dog, or its Owner or Handler, or by any member of my family or any other person accompanying me or attending the Event as my guest or otherwise. I expressly assume all responsibility and liability for all such claims.
Indemnity
In further consideration of the acceptance of my application for attendance at or participation in the Event, I hereby agree to indemnify the Releasees for any costs whatsoever, including legal costs, that the Releasees may incur as a result of, or which may arise, or be attributed to my attendance at or participation in, or the attendance at or participation of the Dog in, the Event.
Further Acknowledgment
I further acknowledge that:
a) I have been given the opportunity to read this form before signing it;
b) I have in fact read this form;