AKC Herding Trial - Dates Approved

Pacific Northwest Herding Club's AKC Spring Trial will be held at PackLeader Farm, April 13-14
A and B ducks and sheep, C course and Tests (HT/PT) will be offered both days.
The judges will be Cathy Modica (Saturday) and Ron Fischer (Sunday).
Instinct Tests (HIC), judged by Ron Fischer will be offered on Saturday, only.
To be put on our mailing list to receive a Premium, please contact the Trial Secretary, Vicki Chalk
If you are interested in volunteering please contact the Chief Ring Steward,Gabrielle LaRoche.
If you are interested in stockhandling please contact the Chief Stockhandler,Barbara Davenport,
All other questions should be directed to the Trial Chair, Claudia Dickerson

Spring Trial - Save The Dates!

Our AKC Spring Trial will be held at PackLeader Farm, April 13-14
We will offer A and B ducks and sheep, C course and Tests (HT/PT) both days.
The judges will be Cathy Modica (Saturday) and Ron Fischer (Sunday).
Instinct Tests (HIC), judged by Ron Fischer will be offered on Saturday, only.
To be put on our mailing list to receive a Premium, please contact the Trial Secretary, Vicki Chalk
If you are interested in volunteering please contact the Chief Ring Steward,Gabrielle LaRoche.
If you are interested in stockhandling please contact the Chief Stockhandler,Barbara Davenport,
All other questions should be directed to the Trial Chair, Claudia Dickerson

Meeting Notice: December 19 at 7 PM

Call in number: (605) 715-4920
Access code 400-8018

Agenda
Regular Board Meeting

Approval of agenda (as presented or with additions offered by board members in attendance)

Secretary's Report

• Approval of minutes (as presented or with corrections/additions) for October 2012 (to be distributed via email) 
• Correspondence - none 
• Membership - no new members
• 2013 Dues are DUE

Treasurer's Report

Old Business

• Spring 2013 Trial - April 13-14
• One-day trial appended to specialty at Brigands April 20

New Business

• Future 2013 Trials 
• Fundraising 
• Education 

Next Meeting

• Regular Board Meeting - February 20, 2012 

 Adjournment

Fall Trial Premium is Available!

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD A PREMIUM LIST

AKC Licensed Herding Trials and Tests

Dates/judges: Saturday, September 29, 2012-- Carol Wolfram

                        Sunday, September 30, 2012 – Bridgette Tuerler

Location: PackLeader Farm, 14401 Crews Rd KPN, Gig Harbor, WA

Classes offered:

HT/PTsheep

A and B sheep – all levels

A and B ducks – all level

C sheep – all levels

Vicki Chalk, Trial Secretary
vchalk@comcast.net

Entries close September 12, 2012, 5 pm PDT.

Meeting Notice: Wednesday, August 15, 7 PM

Call in number: (605) 715-4920
Access code 400-8018

Agenda

Regular Board Meeting

Approval of agenda (as presented or with additions offered by board members in attendance)

Secretary's Report  

• Approval of minutes (as presented or with corrections/additions) for June 20, 2012 (distributed via email)
• Correspondence - none
• Membership - no new members

Treasurer's Report

Old Business

• Fall 2012 Trial - September 29 - 30

New Business

• Future 2013 Trials
• Fundraising
• Education

Next Meetings

• Pre-trail meeting - TBD
• Regular Board Meeting - October 17, 2012

Adjournment

Deadline for Trial Proposals Extended to June 27

The Pacific Northwest Herding Club is soliciting proposals for a fall 2012 trial.  The deadline for proposals has been extended to Wednesday June 27. Proposals should be submitted via email to the secretary at seabries@olypen.com. The Board is open to any type of trial - A, B, or C courses on sheep, ducks, or cattle in any location. Ideally, proposals should specify trial committee, chair, facility, and dates, and may include suggested secretary (not confirmed) and suggested judges (not confirmed), however any proposal will be considered by the Board.

June 20 Meeting Agenda

Call in number: (605) 715-4920
Access code 400-8018

Annual Membership Meeting Agenda

4 PM - Call to Order

Annual Elections

Adjourn and Reconvene as Regular Board Meeting

Regular Board Meeting Agenda

Approval of agenda (as presented or with additions offered by board members in attendance)

Approval of minutes (as presented or with corrections/additions)

• April 18, 2012 (distributed via email)

Secretary's Report

Treasurer's Report

Old Business

• New Members - 2nd reading and vote
• Kim Shira
• Donna Schoonover
• Vicki Chalk

New Business

• Fall 2012 Trial Proposals 
• Education Seminars 

Next Meeting - Regular Board Meeting - August 15, 2012

Adjournment

Annual Meeting Notice: Wednesday June 20, 4 PM

The PNWHC will hold its annual meeting and elections at the home of Bridgette and Bernie Tuerler on Wednesday, June 20 at 4 PM.  RSVP to Bridgette at bridgettevcd@msn.com for for directions and information.  The regular monthly meeting will follow the annual meeting.  Teleconferencing will be available for those unable to attend in person.  The agenda will be posted on the website prior to the meeting.

Call in number: (605) 715-4920
Access code 400-8018
Directions and information: bridgettevcd@msn.com

Proposals for Fall Trial Sought

The Pacific Northwest Herding Club is soliciting proposals for a fall 2012 trial.  The deadline for proposals is Tuesday June 19 via email to the secretary at seabries@olypen.com. Proposals should specify trial committee, chair, facility, and dates, and may include suggested secretary (not confirmed) and suggested judges (not confirmed).

Sheep Shearing Demonstration Rescheduled

Have you ever wondered how to shear a 200 lb. sheep without hurting your back? 

If so, this event is for you!

Local expert Bridgette Tuerler will demonstrate how to shear a sheep on a stand.  In addition to the above, topics covered include care of animal, shearing technique, care of clippers (before, during and after shearing), what to do with the wool.

NEW DATE: Sunday, May 27 at 2 PM

For directions and information contact Bridgette Tuerler at bridgettevcd@msn.com

2012-2013 PNWHC Nominations

The Nominating Committee has met and proposes the following slate for the 2012-2013 year.   Carol Wolfram, President Maddy Turner, Vice President Gabrielle LaRoche, Secretary Bridgette Tuerler, Treasurer Claudia Dickerson, Member Nancy Macklin, Member   Relevant sections of the PNWHC bylaws for the annual meeting and elections below.   ARTICLE IV -- THE CLUB YEAR, ANNUAL MEETING, ELECTIONS   Section 1. Club Year The club’s fiscal year shall begin on the first day of July and end on the last day of June. The club’s official year shall begin immediately at the conclusion of the election at the annual meeting and shall continue through the election at the next annual meeting.   Section 2. Annual Meeting The annual meeting shall be held in the month of June, at which time officers and directors for the ensuing year shall be elected by secret ballot from among those nominated in accordance with Section 4 of this Article. They shall take office on July 1st. Each retiring officer shall turn over to the successor in office all properties and records relating to that office prior to July 1st.   Section 3. Elections The nominated candidate receiving the greatest number of votes for each office shall be declared elected. The nominated candidates for other positions on the Board who receive the greatest number of votes for such positions shall be declared elected.   Section 4. Nominations No person may be a candidate in a club election who has not been nominated. Additional nominations may be made at the June meeting by any member in attendance, provided that the person so nominated does not decline when their name is proposed.

Meeting Notice: Wednesday April 18, 7PM

Call in number: (605) 715-4920
Access code 400-8018

Agenda

Regular Board Meeting

Approval of agenda (as presented or with additions offered by board members in attendance)

Approval of minutes (as presented or with corrections/additions)

March 14, 2012 (distributed via email)

Secretary's Report - membership status

Treasurer's Report

Old Business

• Spring 2012 Trial, April 14 & 15 - debriefing
• Summer 2012 Trial, July 13, 14 & 15 - dicussion of cancellation, notice to membership

New Business

• Future 2012 Trials
• Fundraising - Instinct Tests

Next Meeting - Regular Board Meeting - June 20, 2012

Adjournment

Mtg. Notice: Wednesday, March 14, 7 PM

Call in number: (605) 715-4920
Access code 400-8018

Agenda

Special Board Meeting

Approval of agenda (as presented or with additions offered by board members in attendance)

Approval of minutes (as presented or with corrections/additions)

• February 29, 2012 (distributed via email)

Secretary's Report - membership renewal status

Treasurer's Report - IRS reporting

Old Business

• Spring 2012 Trial, April 14 & 15 - updates as necessary
• Summer 2012 Trial, July 13, 14 & 15 - contract status and nomination of judges 

New Business

• Future 2012 Trials
• Fundraising - Instinct Tests

Next Meeting - Regular Board Meeting - April 18, 2012

Adjournment

Make Your Reservations Now!

The Westwynd Motel has extended a discount to PNW Herding Club for our April 14 & 15 Trial. The Westwynd Motel has the closest accommodations to the trial site and is located at 6703 – 144th Street NW, Gig Harbor   1- 800-468-9963

• Single $65/night, 1 Queen, 1 dog/unit.
• 1 Bdrm Suite $70/night, 1 Queen and 2 daybeds, 2 dogs/unit
• 2 Bdrm Suite $80/night, 2 Queen and 2 daybeds, 4 dogs/unit

When asking the reservation mention the PNWHerding Club trial to receive your discount and show your premium list when checking in. Check-in must be between 2 pm and 9 pm unless prior arrangements are made. Additional dogs may be kenneled in vehicles as long as they are properly cared for and not disruptive to other guests.

The Westwynd is a small old fashioned family operated motel that is very dog friendly.  Make your reservations now to ensure you will get a room and please do what you can to maintain the good reputation herding folks have with this establishment.

Mtg. Notice: Wednesday, February 29, 7 PM

Call in number: (605) 715-4920
Access code 400-8018

Agenda

Regular Board Meeting

Approval of agenda (as presented or with additions offered by board members in attendance)

Approval of minutes (as presented or with corrections/additions)

• December 21, 2011 (distributed via email)

Secretary's Report - membership

Treasurer's Report

Old Business

• Spring Trial
• Summer Trial

New Business

• Future 2012 Trials

Next Meeting - Regular Board Meeting - April 18, 2012

Adjournment

Spring Trial - Save the Dates!

Our AKC Spring Trial will be held at PackLeader Farm on April 14 & 15, 2012.

We will be offering A and B ducks and sheep as well as C course and Tests (HT/PT) both days.

The judges will be Nancy Ward (Saturday) and Karen Trimble (Sunday).

To be put on our mailing list to receive a Premium, please contact the Trial Secretary, Nancy Macklin.

If you are interested in volunteering please contact the Chief Ring Steward, Gabrielle LaRoche.

If you are interested in stockhandling please contact the Chief Stockhandler, Barbara Davenport,

All other questions should be directed to the Trial Co-Chairs, Claudia Dickerson or Clary Douwes.