CANINE PERFORMANCE EVENTS
SANCTIONED AGILITY TRIAL /AGILITY TRIAL PREMIUM LIST
SANCTIONED BYCANINE PERFORMANCE EVENTS, INC.
Event Date: August 8-9, 2009
Classes Offered:Saturday, August 8
Standard (2 rounds), Wildcard, Jackpot, and Jumpers
Sunday, August 9
Standard (2 rounds), Colors, Snooker, and FullHouse
Location:
Sugar Bush Farm, 760 East Rd, Stephentown, NY
Judges:
Doreen Lucius, Westminster, VT
Sonja Davis, Chesterfield Twp, MI
No more than 6 entries are allowed per envelope.
Only exception – all dogs within one envelope have the
same 5 digit CPE member ID number.
Entry Method – Postmark Date
Opening Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Ø Entries may not be postmarked before the postmark date above
Ø Entries received before the postmark date will be destroyed
Ø No entries can be accepted without a legible postmark date.
Ø All envelopes will be held for 7 days to allow for mail delivery. In the event that the trial limit is exceeded during the 7 days, entries will then be processed in postmark date order. A random draw will then be done from the entries for the postmark date when the limit will be reached.
Ø Overnight envelopes must have the recipient’s signature waiver signed or the envelope may be refused or delayed
Final Closing Date: July 28, 2009
No Refund of Pre-Entries withdrawn after the closing date
Note: checks will be cashed on or after July 28, 2009
Final Move-Up Date: noon ET, August 3, 2009Show Entry Limited to Runs per Ring:
Ring 1 - 300/ Ring 2 - 200 - NO Day of Show Entries
400 Runs will be held each day for volunteers
NO DAY OF SHOW ENTRIES -- NO FEO ENTRIES
This event will be held outside on grass in 2 enclosed rings
Electronic Timing will be used at this event
TRIAL CHAIRPERSON TRIAL SECRETARY
Trisha Stall Debbie Wlodarski
PO Box 321, New Lebanon, NY 12125 1578 State St Apt 1, Schenectady, NY 12304
(518) 331-7814 (518) 346-7988
Other committee members: Bob Domfort, Patti Domfort, & Jeff Boyer
MEMBERSHIP INFO: www.k9cpe.com/forms
Note: The following order is the scheduled order for the trial to be run. If the order needs to be changed for the trial due to extreme pre-trial circumstances, it will be posted in the confirmation letter sent to pre-entered exhibitors at least 7 days before the first trial day. The order will only be changed at the trial in the case of an extreme reason and must be agreed upon by the host club and judge(s).
Saturday, August 8 (Heights 4”–24”)
Ring 1 – DoreenStandard Round 1 (Levels C-1)
Standard Round 2 (Levels C-1) / Ring 2 – Sonja
(Levels 1-C)
Jumpers
Wildcard
Jackpot
Sunday, June 14 (Heights 24”–4”)
Ring 1 – SonjaStandard Round 1
(Levels 1-C)
Standard Round 2
(Levels 1-C) / Ring 2 – Doreen
(Levels C-1)
Colors
FullHouse
Snooker
TRIAL WEBSITE: www.agiledogs.net
JUDGES: Doreen Lucius, Westminster, VT
Sonja Davis, Chesterfield Twp, MI
MEASURING & CHECK IN
Friday: Measuring and check in 5-6pm
Saturday: Measuring 7:00 AM; General Briefing 7:30
Sunday: Measuring 7:15 AM to 7:30 AM
THERE WILL BE NO MEASURING OF DOGS AFTER JUDGE’S BRIEFING BEGINS– ALL DOGS WITHOUT A PERMANENT CARD MUST BE MEASURED BEFORE THE JUDGE’S BRIEFING TO SHOW THAT DAY – THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS
ENTRY ELIGIBILITY
Any trained, healthy dog 15 months or older may compete in a CPE agility trial. All purebred and mixed-breeds are equally eligible for entry. Bitches in season or any dogs who are blind, lame or aggressive towards people or other animals are not eligible to compete.
EFFECTIVE FOR ANY TRIAL HELD AFTER 01/01/03:
All dogs entered in a CPE agility trial MUST be registered with CPE prior to the host club's trial closing date.
OBSTACLES: The following obstacles shall be used. Obstacle specifications shall meet the current CPE obstacle requirements.
A-Frame – 9’ sides, sand painted / Dog Walk – 12’ planks, sand painted, slatsTeeter – 12’ plank, sand painted, slatless / Weave poles – 21” poles - center to center
Jumps: Bar, Spread (winged & wingless) / Open Tunnels / Closed Tunnel
Solid Tire / Pause Table – games only
PRIZES AND AWARDS
Ribbons will be awarded for 1st through 4th place for all classes. Teal rosettes will be awarded to all dogs receiving a qualifying score. Dogs getting a new title will receive a title rosette.
We will be awarding a special prize to each team having a perfect weekend (all Q’s). This is to recognize those teams who embody the CPE philosophy of consistency. Good luck to all!
FOURTH ANNUAL CRYSTAL’S SPIRIT AWARD
This award is given in memory of Crystal, Trisha’s first agility dog and her inspiration for starting AgileDogs Agility Training. The judges will give this award to a dog/handler team that aren't necessarily the fastest or get the most Q’s, but that has the most fun and the handler gets the most out of the dog - you know, like Crystal was in her day.
Read more about Crystal’s Spirit Award and Crystal at www.agiledogs.net (click on the trials page, there’s a link at the top).
NOTICE TO EXHIBITORS
ü The safety of the dogs is our primary concern. By entering this trial, exhibitors acknowledge that they are familiar with the rules and regulations of this sport, and that their dogs are familiar with and able to perform all obstacles safely.
ü Entry fees will not be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified, excused, or barred from competition by action of the show committee. A refund of all but $5 will be given for bitches in season. A letter from your veterinarian is required.
ü It is expressly understood that exhibitors alone are responsible for the behavior of their dog(s) and / or children. Any exhibitor whose dog(s) and / or children create unnecessary disturbances or repeatedly engage in unsafe or disruptive behavior may, at the discretion of the show committee, be asked to leave the show site. In that case, no refund of any fees paid will be made.
ü No entry fee will be refunded if the trial cannot open or be completed by reason of riots, civil disturbances, fire, an act of God, public emergency, act of a public enemy, or any other cause beyond the control of the organizing committee.
ü Exhibitors are responsible for complete, accurate, and legible information on the entry forms: illegible or incomplete entries cannot be entered in the show.
ü Obstacles shall meet the specifications for obstacles in the current edition of the Regulations for Agility Trials.
ü Both rings will be completely enclosed.
ü RV parking and overnight camping for RV’s and tents is allowed. No Hook ups available. See registration form on bottom of page 4.
ü The vet closest to the show site is Animal ER of the Berkshires (at the Pittsfield Veterinary Hospital),1634 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA 413-997-3425.
ü The photographer at this event - Barry Rosen Photography – http://barryrosen.com!
ü The food vendor is unknown at this time. We will post information to the website as it becomes available.
ü Vendors of dog-related items and services are welcome! Fee is $20 per day (or like amount donated to the worker’s raffle each day) for a 10’ x 10’ space, and is payable on Saturday morning at the latest to the trial secretary’s table. All vendors must pre-register with Trisha Stall (518-331-7814, ).
DIRECTIONS TO SUGAR BUSH FARM - 760 East Road, Stephentown, NY 12168
From the East: Take the Mass Pike to the end. Continue on I-90 to the next exit, B-3 in Canaan, NY. At the end of the ramp go right, 22 North. In New Lebanon, Route 20 and 22 run together for a short while. Make sure you stay on Route 22 by bearing left just before the a boarded-up gas station on the left. Continue approximately 4 miles to the traffic light in Stephentown where Routes 22 and 43 intersect. Go straight to continue on 22 North. Follow Directions from the 22/43 Intersection below.
From the West: Take I-90 East to Exit 11E - Route 20 East. Continue on Route 20 East until it joins Route 22 North. Follow Directions from the 22/43 Intersection below.
Alternate directions from the west (takes less time, but has hilly and curvy sections just North of Stephentown): from the non-toll section of I-90 take exit 8, Route 43 Eastbound. Follow for approximately 8 miles to the intersection of routes 66 and 43 in Sand Lake. Turn right at the light to stay on route 43. Follow for approximately 10 more miles through Stephentown to the light at the intersection of Routes 22 and 43. Turn left at the light to stay on route 43. Go approximately 1/2 mile on Route 43; just past Dave's Mini Mart and Gas station on the left will be Provost Road on the right (it's a dirt road). A Dog's Best Friend is the first house on the right; go past the house to the training building and ring area.
From the North: From Hoosick Falls you will take Route 22 South. Go through the town of Berlin. Approximately 3 miles south of the Berlin Jr./Sr. High School on your left is Giles Road or County Route 33. Take that road, it takes a sharp right at a horse farm (you’ll see tan buildings and split rail fencing on the right). You will go over a little bridge, you'll see farm buildings and straight ahead on the right you will see the training building - white domed roof with tan walls and windows. There is a driveway marked by two metal fence posts just before the building; follow that driveway to the ring and parking.
Directions from the 22/43 Intersection: Heading North on Route 22, you'll go up a hill where 22 becomes 2 lanes. It goes back down to one lane after you get to the top of the hill and you will pass a mobile home park on your right. Just after that there is a brown house with a big satellite dish. The road right next to that house is Giles Road or County Route 33. Take that road, it takes a sharp right at a horse farm (you’ll see tan buildings and split rail fencing on the right). You will go over a little bridge, you'll see farm buildings and straight ahead on the right you will see the training building - white domed roof with tan walls and windows. There is a driveway marked by two metal fence posts just before the building; follow that driveway to the ring and parking.
HOTELS
SOME HOTEL COURTESIES TO OBSERVE: Please use care with your dogs so that we may continue to use them in the future!
· Berkshire Mountain House, Wyomanack St, 150 Berkshire Way, Stephentown NY, 800-497-0176; Bed and Breakfast. www.berkshirebb.com ; 10 minutes to site
· Berkshire Spur Hotel, Route 22, Canaan, NY (518) 781-4432; 10 minutes to site
· Best Value Inn, 576 Columbia Tpke., East Greenbush. (518) 477-9352; www.bestvalueinn.com; 35 min to site
· Chatham Travel Lodge, 598 Route 295, Chatham (518) 392-4066 www.chathamtravellodge.com ; 20 min to site
· Comfort Inn, 1055 South St, Pittsfield, MA; 413-443-4714; $25 pet fee; 20 minutes to site
· Cozy Corner Motel 284 Sand Springs Rd. & US 7, Williamstown, MA (413) 458-8006; www.cozycornermotel.com
· Crowne Plaza Hotel, Route 7 & West St on Park Sq, Pittsfield, MA; 800-749-4789; $25 pet fee; www.crowneplaza.com 20 minutes to site
· The Hancock Inn, Route 43, Hancock, MA (413) 738-5873. Bed and Breakfast. Mention AgileDogs for discount; www.thehancockinn.com; 15 minutes to site
· Howard Johnson Express Inn, Lenox, 462 Pittsfield Rd, Lenox MA; 413-442-4000; 25 min to site
· The Inn at Shaker Mill, 40 Cherry Lane, Canaan NY 12029 (518) 794-9345; Bed and Breakfast; www.shakermillfarminn.com; 5 minutes to site
· Jericho Valley Inn, 2541 Hancock Rd, Williamstown, MA, (413) 458-9511; pets allowed in cottages only; www.jerichovalleyinn.com ; 25 minutes to site
· Knights Inn Lenox, 474 Pittsfield Rd, Lenox, MA (413) 443-4468; small pets allowed add’l fee; 25 min to site
· Pleasant Valley Motel, 42 Stockbridge Rd (Route 102), West Stockbridge, MA; 413-232-8511; 20 min to site
· Rodeway Inn Castleton; 1666 Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush (518) 477-2606; 30 min to site
· Shaker Meadows Bed & Breakfast, 14209 Rte. 22, Canaan, NY 518-794-9385; Pets allowed only in suites (sleeps 4, in 2 separate rooms) and farmhouse; www.shakermeadows.com ; 5 minutes to site
· Spencerhouse B&B. 466 US Route 20, New Lebanon (518) 794-6500 www.thespencerhouse.com ; 5 min to site
· Travelodge Gt Barrington, 400 Stockbridge Rd, Gt Barrington, MA; 413-528-2340; 35 min to site
· The Villager Motel, 953 Simonds Rd, Williamstown MA; 877-986-6835; www.williamstownvillager.com; 45 minutes to site
CAMPGROUNDS
Ø Bonnie Brae Campground, 108 Broadway, Pittsfield, MA 01201 (413) 442-3754; Rates: $27/day, includes water/electric/sewer; 25 minutes to show site; www.bonniebraecampground.tripod.com/
Ø Woodland Hills Campground, 386 Fog Hill Road, Austerlitz, NY 12017 (518) 392-3557; Rates: $29 (full hookup), $26 (trailer), $22 (tent); 20 minutes to show site; www.whcg.net
Ø Alps Family Campground, Route 43, Averill Park, NY 12018-3427 (518) 674-5565, Rates: $15-25 (includes water and electric)
Ø Broken Wheel Campground, State Route 22, Petersburg, NY 12138 (518) 658-2925; Rates $20 (water), $24 (water and electric); 25 minutes to show site; www.brokenwheelcampground.com
Ø Aqua Vista Valley Campground, 82 Armsby Rd, Petersburg NY 12138 (877) 646-0653; Rates $26-$28 (includes water and electric); 30 minutes to show site; www.campingfriend.com/AquaVistaCampground/
Ø Fox Hill Camping Area, 603 Rt. 203, Spencertown, NY (518) 392-3714; 25 minutes from show site
Ø Hidden Valley Campgrounds, 15 Scott Rd, PO Box 700, Lanesboro MA 01237 (877) 392-2267, Rates $23 per family; 30 minutes to show site
See the forms page at www.k9cpe.com, for the CPE Entry Explanation page if you have questions about entering a CPE trial for levels, jump heights and height categories.