October 26 th & 27 th, 2013 Two Trials offered each day Trial Location: SandStorm Farm N3307 Rock Rd, Cascade, WI 53011 This trial has been approved by Barn Hunt Association, LLC and will be held under all BHA rules and regulations. Four Trials offered - earn a title in one weekend! Open to all Breeds & Mixed Breeds of all sizes These trials will be held indoors. Classes offered each day: Trial 1: RATI (optional class), RATN, RATO, RATS, RATM Trial 2: RATN, RATO, RATS, RATM There may be a short lunch break at the judge s discretion before the start of Trial 2. Day-to-Day & Trial-to-trial move ups available both days. Judges: Brenda Coffield, Ogden Dunes, IN Becky Heiner, Menasha, WI Helen Briwa, Oshkosh, WI Trial entry limits: 200 runs per day The trial OPENS September 10, 2013. Entries will be accepted in the order received until October 18, 2013 at 6:00PM with the Trial Secretary, or until maximum entry limit reached. Entry fees: $15 for Instinct Test; $20 for all other classes
EXHIBITOR INFORMATION Dogs may enter both the Instinct Test and Novice class in the same trial until the dog has earned the RATN title and then they cannot enter the Instinct Test. Dogs completing the RATN in the morning trial on Saturday/Sunday may be moved up to Open for the second trial. This is up to the handler and not required. Move-ups will be accepted on Saturday/Sunday up until ½ hour after the conclusion of Trial 1. Move-up forms will be available at the Secretary s table. All entries must be accompanied by entry fees to be valid. A returned check does not constitute a valid entry. There will be a $50.00 fee for all returned checks. No entries will be taken over the phone or electronically. Make check payable Sandra Hoesel Send entries & fees to the trial secretary. Trial Officials: Trial committee members: Trial Secretary: Trial Chair: Veterinarian: Kiel Veterinary Clinic 575 Belitz Drive Kiel, WI 53042 920.894.3414 Sandra Hoesel, Gail Donaldson, Craig Schrameyer, Lisa Quast Koenig, Patricia Dunleavy, Jodi Cieslak, Susan Olsen Gail Donaldson 3806 Oregon St, Oshkosh, WI 54902 gdonaldson001@charter.net 920.379.0792 Sandra L. Hoesel SandStorm N3307 Rock Rd, Cascade, WI 53011 SandStorm.Events@gmail.com Directions to Veterinarian from Trial Site: Exit grounds, turn right (North) to Hwy 28. Turn right (East) on Hwy 28 to Hwy 57. Turn Left (North) on Hwy 57 to Kiel. Follow 57 approx 17 miles to Cemetery Rd, Turn Right, go approx ½ mile to Belitz Dr, location is on the left. Hotels/Motels that may accept dogs. Owners assume full responsibility. Early reservations are recommended. Please check with hotels before registering. BHA rules & common courtesy: you are responsible for picking up after your dogs at the motels & the show site and keeping rooms clean. Please use plastic under crates in rooms. DIRECTIONS TO TRIAL SITE From Milwaukee: Hwy 43 North to Port Washington. Take Hwy 57 ramp North (Road splits, follow 57 to Plymouth). 57 North to Waldo, turn left (West) on Hwy 28. Continue West on 28 for 2 miles. Turn left (South) on Rock Rd. Site is on the East side of road, Driveway gates will be open at 6:45 a.m. Please drive down by barn to designated parking area. From Fond Du Lac: Hwy 23 East to Hwy 57 South to Plymouth. Take Hwy 57 South to Waldo, turn right (West) on Hwy 28. Follow directions above. Overnight parking at the site IS permitted; limited electricity available for RV parking. All dogs must be on a short leash and under control while on trial grounds. Approved collars include flat snap or buckle collars of solid construction and leather or nylon leads. Limited slip martingale collars are allowed. Single piece slip collars/leads are allowed. Harnesses, with the exception of headhalter types, are allowed. Dogs MUST run naked, without a collar/harness. Collars/harnesses which can be easily and quickly removed and replaced are strongly encouraged. NO flexi-leads allowed. Please bring adequate water for you and your dogs. It is also advisable to bring a crate or x-pen for your dog during times they may need to be left attended. There is NO SMOKING in this facility or on the grounds. If you must smoke, you will need to do so inside your vehicle and dispose of the butts in the vehicle also. Dog exercise areas will be marked, please pick up after your dog and dispose of waste in appropriate containers outside the building. We invite exhibitors & event workers to enjoy breakfast and lunch free of charge. Additionally, there are many restaurants within 10-15 minutes of the trial. There are no indoor restrooms at the site, but portable toilets will be available. La Quinta Inn: 920.457.2321, 2932 Kohler Memorial Drive, Sheboygan, WI 53081 AmericInn: 920.208.8130, 3664 Taylor Dr, Sheboygan WI 53081 Plymouth Inn: 920.893.5623, 606 E. Mill St, Plymouth, WI 53073
Rock Road Barn Hunt Trial: Schedule & Instructions RUNNING ORDER/SCHEDULE: Small To Large Dogs Both Days 6:45a.m. Driveway Gates Open 7:00 a.m.- 7:30 a.m. Check in, Registration 7:30-8:00 a.m. RATI & RATN briefing Trial 1 Ring 1 8:00 a.m. RATI start (Briwa) RATO to follow RATI RATS to follow RATO RATM to follow RATS Trial 2 RATM to follow Trial 1 RATS to follow RATM RATO to follow RATS Ring 2 8:30 a.m. RATN start RATN to follow trial Trial1 Dogs will be run in height order, dogs being handled by the same person will be separated into different staged groups. HEIGHT DIVISIONS Dogs 13" and under small Dogs 13.1 to 18" medium Dogs over 18" large AWARDS: Rosettes will be awarded for first through fourth place in Novice, Open, Senior, and Master classes in each height division. Ribbons will be awarded for all qualifiers in the regular classes and the Instinct Test. High In Class rosettes will be offered in Novice, Open, Senior, and Master classes. Title rosettes will be awarded to all dogs earning a title. Please bring weather appropriate gear. These trials will be held indoors but the facility is affected by the outside temperature. There will be crating space available inside but please make sure your crate is secure as the dogs may be highly excited. Bitches in season are eligible for entry but will be required to be kept separate from all other dogs and will be run in panties at the end of their class/trial. Entry fees for bitches that come into season will be refunded until closing time of the trial if you wish to withdraw. After the trial closes on October 18, 2013, entry fees will not be refunded. If bringing a bitch in season, please inform the trial committee prior to the trial, and you must inform all exhibitors at the judge s briefing. As is the norm with all other dog events, please keep bitches in season controlled and limit their exposure. Loud/Disruptive dogs Dogs that are loud and disruptive may be asked to locate away from the rings/crating area and/or staged away from the other dogs getting ready to compete. Any dog behaving in a threatening or aggressive manner toward another dog or a person may be dismissed from the trial if justification is found to do so by the judge and/or trial committee. Terrier sparring is not allowed on trial grounds. Any dog that is sick, injured or lame will be excused from the trial grounds. Refunds Entry fees will not be refunded in the event that a dog is absent, disqualified, excused, or barred from competition by action of the Event Committee. No entry fee will be refunded if the trial cannot open or be completed by reasons of riots, civil disturbances, fire, acts of God, public emergency, an act of a public enemy, or any other cause beyond the control of the organizing committee. This trial is being held on private property please be considerate about picking up after your dogs and leaving the grounds as you found them. Any exhibitor failing to do so may be excused without benefit of refund if the Event Committee deems the exhibitor to be in violation of this requirement per BHA regulations.
Rock Road Barn Hunt Entry Form BHA LLC Licensed Barn Hunt Trials SandStorm Farm, N3307 Rock Rd, Cascade, WI 53011 Sat., Oct. 26, 2013 Trial 1 Instinct Novice Open Senior Master Sat., Oct. 26, 2013 Trial 2 Novice Open Senior Master Sun., Oct. 27, 2013 Trial 1 Instinct Novice Open Senior Master Sun., Oct. 27, 2013 Trial 2 Novice Open Senior Master Enter in Trial: Please check appropriate test date and class boxes above Fees: $15 Instinct Test; $20 all other classes (Due with entry); Includes $1.50 BHA Recording Fee. Entries with fees payable to: Sandra Hoesel Entries may be mailed to: Gail Donaldson3806 Oregon St. Oshkosh, WI 54902 *Dogs are required to have a Barn Hunt Registration number to show in Barn Hunt. Register your dog online at: www.barnhunt.com. Allow at least 48 hours to receive a Barn Hunt number. I enclosed entry fees in the amount of: $ Name of Owner s Agent/Handler (if any): *BHA Registration #: Full Name of Dog: Call Name: Breed: Sex: Date of Birth: Dog s height at withers: Actual Owner(s): Owner s Address: City: State: Zip: Bitch in Season : YES NO AGREEMENT I (we) agree that the person(s) and/or organization holding this event has the right to refuse this entry for cause, which the person(s) and/or organization shall deem sufficient. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry and of the holding of this event and of the opportunity to win prizes, ribbons, and/or trophies, I (we) agree to hold Barn Hunt Association, LLC, the eventgiving club, their members, directors, governors, officers, agents, or event secretary and the owner(s) and/or lessor(s) of the premises and any provider of services that are necessary to hold this event and any employees or volunteers of the aforementioned parties, and any BHA LLC approved judge, judging at this event, harmless from any claim for loss or injury which may be alleged to have been caused directly or indirectly to any person or thing by the act of this dog while in or about the event premises or grounds or near any entrance thereto, and I (we) personally assume all responsibility and liability for any such claim; and I (we) further agree to hold the aforementioned parties harmless from any claim for loss, injury or damage to this dog. Additionally, I (we) hereby assume the sole responsibility for and agree to indemnify, defend and save the afore-mentioned parties harmless from any and all loss and expense (including legal fees) by reason of the liability imposed by law upon any of the aforementioned parties for damage because of bodily injuries, including death at any time resulting there-from, sustained by any person or persons, including myself (ourselves), or on account of damage to property, arising out of or in consequence of my (our) participation in this event, however such, injuries, death or property damage may be caused, and whether or not the same may have been caused or may be alleged to have been caused by the negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees, agents, or any other persons. Signature of owner or his agent duly authorized to make this entry: Rock Road Barn Hunt Entry Form BHA LLC Licensed Barn Hunt Trials SandStorm Farm, N3307 Rock Rd, Cascade, WI 53011 Sat., Oct. 26, 2013 Trial 1 Instinct Novice Open Senior Master Sat., Oct. 26, 2013 Trial 2 Novice Open Senior Master Sun., Oct. 27, 2013 Trial 1 Instinct Novice Open Senior Master Sun., Oct. 27, 2013 Trial 2 Novice Open Senior Master Enter in Trial: Please check appropriate test date and class boxes above Fees: $15 Instinct Test; $20 all other classes (Due with entry); Includes $1.50 BHA Recording Fee. Entries with fees payable to: Sandra Hoesel Entries may be mailed to: Gail Donaldson3806 Oregon St. Oshkosh, WI 54902 *Dogs are required to have a Barn Hunt Registration number to show in Barn Hunt. Register your dog online at: www.barnhunt.com. Allow at least 48 hours to receive a Barn Hunt number. I enclosed entry fees in the amount of: $ Name of Owner s Agent/Handler (if any): *BHA Registration #: Full Name of Dog: Call Name: Breed: Sex: Date of Birth: Dog s height at withers: Actual Owner(s): Owner s Address: City: State: Zip: Bitch in Season : YES NO AGREEMENT I (we) agree that the person(s) and/or organization holding this event has the right to refuse this entry for cause, which the person(s) and/or organization shall deem sufficient. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry and of the holding of this event and of the opportunity to win prizes, ribbons, and/or trophies, I (we) agree to hold Barn Hunt Association, LLC, the eventgiving club, their members, directors, governors, officers, agents, or event secretary and the owner(s) and/or lessor(s) of the premises and any provider of services that are necessary to hold this event and any employees or volunteers of the aforementioned parties, and any BHA LLC approved judge, judging at this event, harmless from any claim for loss or injury which may be alleged to have been caused directly or indirectly to any person or thing by the act of this dog while in or about the event premises or grounds or near any entrance thereto, and I (we) personally assume all responsibility and liability for any such claim; and I (we) further agree to hold the aforementioned parties harmless from any claim for loss, injury or damage to this dog. Additionally, I (we) hereby assume the sole responsibility for and agree to indemnify, defend and save the afore-mentioned parties harmless from any and all loss and expense (including legal fees) by reason of the liability imposed by law upon any of the aforementioned parties for damage because of bodily injuries, including death at any time resulting there-from, sustained by any person or persons, including myself (ourselves), or on account of damage to property, arising out of or in consequence of my (our) participation in this event, however such, injuries, death or property damage may be caused, and whether or not the same may have been caused or may be alleged to have been caused by the negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees, agents, or any other persons. Signature of owner or his agent duly authorized to make this entry: Telephone: Email: Telephone: Email:
VOLUNTEER WORKER SIGN-UP Rock Road Barn Hunt Trial October 26 & 27, 2013 SandStorm Farm N3307 Rock Rd Cascade, WI 53011 Name: Email: Phone: Please check job & classes you are available to help with. We will accommodate you if you are running in the classes you are volunteering in. JOB Sat. Sun. Gate Steward Staging Steward Timer Course Builder Rat Wrangler Sheet Runner Leash Runner CLASSES RATI RATN RATO RATS RATM Thank you! It is the dedication of participants and volunteers that make these trials great. We sincerely appreciate your help and look forward to a fun, well-organized and productive Barn Hunt event.