Pre-entries close 9:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 15, 2009

At 19340 SW Alexander Street; Aloha, OR 97006-2310.

LATE ENTRIES CLOSE

TEST: 8:00 AM on Day of Trial, Saturday, April 18, 2008
TRIAL: 15 Minutes After Completion of JC Tests on Day of Trial,
Saturday, April 18, 2009
TEST: 8:00 AM on Day of Trial, Sunday, April 19, 2008
TRIAL: 15 Minutes After Completion of JC Tests on Day of Trial,
Sunday, April 19, 2009
At the Secretary’s Table

Misty Rivers Plantation, Cathlamet, WA 98612

Licensed by the American Kennel Club

ALL-BREED

AKC LURE COURSE TESTS & TRIALS

Saturday, April 18, 2009, All-Breed Lure Coursing Test/Trial, Event # 2009497402

&

Sunday, April 19, 2009, All-Breed Lure Coursing Test/Trial, Event # 2009497403

Misty Rivers Plantation

117 Cross Dike Road, Puget Island, Cathlamet, WA

Entry fees

Tests: Pre-entry: $20.00 each hound (no price break on test entries)

Day-of-trial: $25.00 each hound

Trials: Pre-entry: $20.00 first hound

$18.00 first additional hound, common owner
$16.00 each additional hound, common owner.

Day-of-trial: $25.00 each hound

Permission has been granted by the American Kennel Club

For the holding of this event under AKC Rules and

Regulations.
James P. Crowley, Secretary

WILLAMETTE VALLEY BASENJI CLUB

OFFICERS

President Donna Lubbe

Vice-President Kathy Britton

Secretary Jackie Jones

Treasurer Julie Leicht

Board Members Ellen Bramble, Terry Jones, Dee Lowit

TEST/TRIAL JUDGES:

SATURDAY TRIAL & SUNDAY TEST/TRIAL:

Mr. Greg Ward, #Z530; 9 W. Salmon Avenue; Spokane, WA 99218
A, Az, Ba, B, G, Ib, IW, IG, P, PP, RR, Sa, SD, TR, SL, W


SATURDAY TEST/TRIAL & SUNDAY TRIAL:

Ms. Laura Young, #ZD536; 21809 NE 9TH Street, Sammamish, WA 98074
A, Az, Ba, B, G, Ib, IW, IG, P, PP, RR, Sa, SD, TR, SL, W


FIELD COMMITTEE:

Field Chairman …...... Kathy Britton

Asst. Field Chair Jackie Jones

Field Secretary Connie Paulsen

Asst. Field Secretary Dianne Kroll

Lure Operator Doug Bright, Howard Brawn, Phil Allen

Huntmaster Connie Paulsen, Debbie Petersen

Field Clerk Jackie Jones, Coby Whitehead, Libby Getty

Paddock Stephanie McLeod, Coby Whitehead, Donna Lubbe

Inspection Committee Connie Paulsen, Connie Bright, Jackie Jones

Stephanie McLeod, Debbie Petersen, Donna Lubbe
THANKS TO THE AFGHAN HOUND CLUB OF GREATER PORTLAND FOR THEIR GENEROUS SUPPORT AT THESE TRIALS!

TRIAL HOURS: 7:00 AM until completed

ROLL CALL: Field Committee: 8:30AM

Tests: 8:45AM

Trials: 20 Minutes After Completion of JC Tests
** Early inspection may not begin prior to published trial hours **

Entries accepted until closing on day of trial. Late, incomplete, unsigned, or conditional entries will not be accepted. Those wishing confirmation must include their email address on their entry forms. Entries WILL NOT be acknowledged by mail or telephone.

PLEASE FILL OUT **ONE ENTRY** FOR EACH DAY !!!

RIBBONS: TEST: Qualifying Course = Dark Green Ribbon

TRIAL:1st = Blue, 2nd = Red, 3rd = Yellow, 4th = White, 5th = Gray

Best of Breed = Purple Gold, Best In Field = Red, White Blue

TROPHIES: Best of Breed: Dog Toy offered by Willamette Valley Basenji Club

Best In Field: WVBC Logo Director’s Chair, offered by the WVBC

ELIGIBLE BREEDS & REGISTRY: Only purebred Afghan Hounds, Basenjis, Borzois, Greyhounds, Ibizan Hounds, Irish Wolfhounds, Italian Greyhounds, Pharaoh Hounds, Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Salukis, Scottish Deerhounds and Whippets that are one year of age or older, that have been registered with The American Kennel Club, or part of an AKC-registered litter, or otherwise, if whelped outside of the United States of America and owned by a resident of the USA, or of a country with a foreign registry organization whose pedigrees are acceptable for AKC registration and is registered with that registry, or that have been granted an Indefinite Listing Privilege (ILP), are eligible to participate in lure coursing tests and trials. Azawakh, Portuguese Podengos (Medio & Grande ONLY), Sloughis, and Thai Ridgebacks one year of age or older, that have been recorded with the Foundation Stock Service, or that have been granted an ILP are eligible to enter in Lure Coursing Tests and Trials and be awarded the prefix title of Field Champion and the suffix titles of Junior Courser, Senior Courser or Master Courser. Hounds may not be entered as “registration pending” or “ILP Pending.” Breed disqualifications apply. **Note: Azawakhs, Italian Greyhounds, Portuguese Podengos, Sloughis, and Thai Ridgebacks are not eligible to compete for Best in Field.**

TESTS OFFERED:

·  JUNIOR COURSER: Open to all eligible Afghans, Azawakh, Basenjis, Borzois, Greyhounds, Ibizan Hounds, Irish Wolfhounds, Italian Greyhounds, Pharoh Hounds, Portugese Podengos (Medio & Grande ONLY), Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Salukis, Scottish Deerhounds, Sloughis, Thai Ridgebacks, and Whippets. A hound running alone shall receive a certification from a Judge on one date and a second certification from a different judge at a later date, stating that the hound completed a 600 yard course with a minimum of (4) turns. The hound must complete the course with enthusiasm and without interruption. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT JUNIOR COURSER HOUNDS ENTERING THE OPEN STAKE FOR THE FIRST TIME HAVE SUCCESSFUL EXPERIENCE WITH OTHER HOUNDS BEFORE COMPETING.

TRIAL STAKES OFFERED:

·  Open Stake: Open to all hounds of an eligible breed that have attained at least one of the following. AKC Junior Courser, ASFA Field Champion Title, CKC Field Champion Title, AKC Field Champion Title. Hounds that are disqualified or dismissed twice from AKC, ASFA, or CKC Field trials may not be entered.

·  Open Veterans Stake: Open to all hounds of an eligible breed to enter Open or Specials stakes who meet the age requirement for a veteran as established by the breed’s parent club. Championship points will be awarded.

·  Specials Stake: Open to all hounds that are eligible to enter the Open Stake and have earned their AKC Field Championship Title. Specials may compete for LCX points.

·  Best In Field Will be Offered: All Best of Breed winners, with the exception of Azawakh, Italian Greyhound, Portuguese Podengo, Sloughi, and Thai Ridgeback, shall be eligible to compete.

GENERAL:

Ø  All hounds will run twice, in trios if possible, or braces, unless excused, dismissed, or disqualified.

Ø  Hounds not present at the time of roll call will be scratched after a 5 minute grace period.

Ø  Each entry will be examined at inspection for breed disqualifications.

Ø  Bitches in season and lame hounds will be excused.

Ø  Spayed or neutered hounds, without breed disqualifications, may be entered.

Ø  Battery powered, continuous loop lure machines will be used. Back up equipment will be available. Lure will consist of white plastic strips.

Ø  The course will be reversed for finals and run-offs.

Ø  THERE WILL BE A $5.00 FINE ASSESSED FOR ANY LOOSE HOUND NOT TAKING PART IN THE COURSE IN PROGRESS

Ø  PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN SHELTER, WATER, AND LUNCH.

Ø  THE FIELD COMMITTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO BAR KNOWN AGGRESSIVE HOUNDS FROM THE TRIAL SITE.HE ELMITTEE HAS THE RIGHT TO ASK ANY DISRUPE THE

accommodations that accept well behaved dogs include:

Ø  Full service RV park: Marv’s RV Park & Mobile Home Court, 266 State Route 4, Cathlamet, WA. (360)795-3453

Ø  Red Fern Farm B & B, 277 Cross Dike Rd, Cathlamet (360) 849-4108

o  NO DOGS IN THE ROOMS (at the B & B)

Ø  Aladdin Motor Inn (Best Western), 310 Long Avenue, Kelso, WA. (360) 425-9660

Ø  Budget Inn, 1808 Hemlock Street, Longview, (360) 423-6980

Ø  Motel 6, 106 N Minor Rd, Kelso, (360) 425-3229

Ø  Westport Motel, 49238 Hwy 30, Westport, OR (503) 455-2212

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED BY THE BRAWNS

It is dog-friendly and inexpensive!

Misty Rivers Plantation

Misty Rivers Plantation is the home of Howard and Judy Brawn along with several Irish Wolfhounds. It is located on Puget Island in Wahkiakum County, State of Washington. A bridge over the north channel of the Columbia River connects Puget Island with Cathlamet, WA. Ferry service across the south channel of the Columbia River provides access with US 30 in the state of Oregon. Located near the mouth of the Columbia, summer temperatures on Puget Island are moderate with a sea breeze each afternoon.

The lure coursing field at Misty Rivers Plantation is flat and mown. It is surrounded on two sides by a slough and fenced on the other two sides. Non-potable water is available at the site. Local food services are limited to small grocery stores and a few local restaurants. Come prepared.

EMERGENCY VETERINARY SERVICES:

Valley Vet Ocean Beach Veterinary Clinic

26072 Hwy 30 4011 Ocean Beach Hwy.,

Rainier, WA Longview, WA

(503) 556-3084 (360) 425-0850


Directions to Misty Rivers Plantation

By Way of I-5 North and South

Off of I-5 take Exit 39 West toward Kelso/Longview 0.2 miles.

Turn LEFT onto Allen St/WA-4. Continue on Allen St 0.9 miles. Allen St. becomes W Main St. 0.2 miles.

Turn Left onto W. Cowlitz Way / Wa 4 less than 0.1 mile. Turn Slightly Right onto Ocean Beach Hwy / Wa 4 go .25.2 miles.

Turn Left onto Main St / WA 409. Continue to follow WA 409 for 2.0 miles.

Turn Right onto W. BERNIE SLOUGH RD 0.8 miles.

Turn Left onto Cross Dike Rd after 0.7 miles. End at 117 Cross Dike Rd.

Off of Hi-Way 30 West from Portland Wahkiakum Ferry

In Westport Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto WESTPORT FERRY RD. 0.3 miles. WESTPORT FERRY RD becomes WAHKIAKUM FERRY (Check ferry schedule/fares) 1.3 miles. WAHKIAKUM FERRY becomes WA-409 1.7 miles.

Turn Left onto W. BERNIE SLOUGH RD. 0.8 miles.

Turn Left onto CROSS DIKE RD. 0.7 miles. End at 117 Cross Dike Rd.
Times for taking the ferry to/from the field:
Westport à Puget Island = 15mins AFTER THE HOUR

Puget Island à Westport = ON THE HOUR

BOTTOMS UP Espresso & Deli
will be on site again!
They will be offering Espresso and regular coffees, breakfasts (biscuits & gravy, breakfast burritos etc) and of course, burgers & dogs (regular & buffalo) with all of the trimmings and soda pop.


Saturday Test Course Diagram


Course is 715 yards and will be reversed for finals. Not drawn to Scale.

WVBC reserves the right to alter the course diagram as required by

weather and/or field conditions on the day of the trial


Sunday Test/Trial Course Diagram

Course is 685 yards and will be reversed for finals. Not drawn to Scale.

WVBC reserves the right to alter the course diagram as required by

weather and/or field conditions on the day of the trial


OFFICIAL AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB LURE COURSING ENTRY FORM

Club:
WILLAMETTE VALLEY BASENJI CLUB / Date:
Location:
MISTY RIVERS, CATHLAMET, WA / Event type
Test Trial
Class:
JC Open Special Veteran / Breed: / I Enclose Entry fees in the amount of : $
Breeder:
/ Reg. No:
/ Sex:
/ Date of Birth:
AKC No. AKC Litter No. ILP No. Foreign No. & list country
Full Name of Dog:
/ Call Name:
Sire:
Dam:
Actual Owner(s):
Owner’s Address:
City: State: Zip:
Name of Owner’s Agent/Handler (if any at Trial:
AKC Rules, Regulations, Policies and Guidelines are available on the American Kennel Club website: www.akc.org
AGREEMENT
I CERTIFY that I am the actual owner of this dog, or that I am the duly authorized agent of the actual owner whose name I have entered above. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry. I (we) agree to abide by the rules and regulations of The American Kennel Club in effect at the time of this trial, and by any additional rules and regulations appearing in the premium list for this trial, and entry form. I (we) certify and represent that the dog entered is not a hazard to persons or other dogs. The entry is submitted for acceptance on the foregoing representation and Agreement. I (we) agree that the club holding this event has the right to refuse this entry for cause which the club shall deem sufficient. In consideration of the acceptance of this entry and of the holding of this event and of the opportunity to have the dog judged and to win prize money, ribbons, or trophies, I (we) agree to hold the AKC, the event giving club, their members, directors, governors, officers, agents superintendents or event secretary and the owner or lessor 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 AKC 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 form 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 aforementioned 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. I (WE) AGREE THAT ANY CAUSE OF ACTION, CONTROVERSY OR CLAIM ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THE ENTRY, EXHIBITION OR ATTENDANCE AT THE EVENT BETWEEN THE AKC AND MYSELF (OURSELVES) OR AS TO THE CONSTRUCTION, INTERPRETATION AND EFFECT OF THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE SETTLED BY ARBITRATION PURSUANT TO THE APPLICABLE RULES OF THE AMERICAN ARBITRATION ASSOCIATION. HOWEVER, PRIOR TO ARBITRATION ALL APPLICABLE AKC BYLAWS, RULES, REGULATIONS AND PROCEDURES MUST FIRST BE FOLLOWED AS SET FORTH IN THE AKC CHARTER AND BYLAWS, RULES, REGULATIONS, PUBLISHED POLICIES AND GUIDELINES.
Signature of Owner or his
Agent duly authorized to make the entry:
Telephone: / E-mail Address:
Please separate
my hounds / Check if hound has been dismissed within the last 6 trials entered. Must be marked in order to qualify for a “clean” trial requirement.


PARKING
THERE WILL BE LIMITED CAMPING ON SITE.