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A Southern Celebration
2015 ASCA National Specialty
Stockdog Finals
Junior Handling Finals
Agility Finals
Conformation Finals
Obedience Finals
Rally Finals
October 9 – October 17, 2015
Calsonic Arena
721 Whitthorne Street, Shelbyville, TN. 37160
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ASCA Board of Directors
Mid South ASC
President: Ann B. DeChant
1st VP: Preston Kissman
2nd VP: Rick Hardin
Secretary: Ken Silveira
Treasurer: Pete Dolan
Directors: Cindy King, Rachel Vest, Jan Wesen, Jean Miller
Executive Secretary: Kalla Jaco
President: Shari Dodson
VP: Karen Booker
Secretary: Andrea Hoffmann
Treasurer: Melody Tillman
Affiliate Rep: Andrea Hoffman
2015 ASCA National Specialty Show Committee
Nationals Chairman
Nationals Assistants
Conformation - Nationals & Finals Secretary
Stockdog – Nationals & Finals Course Director
Obedience - Nationals & Finals Secretary
Agility - Nationals & Finals Secretary
Rally - Nationals & Finals Secretary
Junior Handling - Nationals & Finals Secretary
Tracking – Nationals Secretary
Versatility MVA/MVJ Secretary
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Peter Kontos
Andrea Hoffmann
Renee Watson
Cheryl Padgett
Pam Watson
Kristie Klein
Karen Booker
Jayne Lips (Nationals)
Renee Watson (Finals)
Terry Dickey
Darla Huffman
Renee Watson
Robin McNeill
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Board Liaison: Pete Dolan
Entry Clerk: Claire Baker
Judges’ Travel Contact: Peter Kontos
Banquet / Buffets Peter Kontos & Darla Huffman
Rosettes: Pat Doan
Office Manager: Renee Watson
Health Seminars: Kristie Klein
Hospitality: Melanie Magamoll& Shari Dobson
Welcome Bags Nan Payne
Awards: Michelle Caitlin
Webmaster: Jane Mohr
Entries Open June 1, 2015 and Close July 31, 2015
Entries postmarked before June 1 or after July 31 will be returned unopened.
Please send your entries no signature required. We will not make trips to the post office to retrieve these.
This is an ASCA sanctioned event and will be governed by the rules of the Australian Shepherd Club of America®.
For a copy of these rules, contact: ASCA® or go to www.asca.org
2015 ASCA Nationals Entry Clerk
Claire Baker
948 Beech Bend Dr
Nashville, TN 37221
2015 ASCA Finals Judges
Agility Finals
Judy Boone
Conformation Finals
Michael Ryan, Ron Moden, Ginger Abbott
Junior Handling Finals
Melinda Gann
Obedience Finals
Melanie Magamoll, Lyn Kalinoski
Rally Finals
Jayne Lips, Heidi Iverson
Stockdog Finals
Larry Teaff, Devona Myrick, Jan Wesen, Tanya Wheeler, Maxine Schvaneveldt, Preston Kissman
NOTICE: EACH FINALS WILL HAVE ITS OWN AWARDS PRESENTATION AND RECEPTION
FOLLOWING EACH FINALS COMPETITION. TIMES AND LOCATIONS WILL BE POSTED.
2015 ASCA National Specialty Judges
National Agility Trial
Judy Boone
John Raymond
Scott Lovelis
National Conformation Show
Best of Breed: Kristina Churchill
Intact Dogs: Richard Pittman
Intact Bitches: Susan Landry-Whiticar
Altered, Stockdog-WTCH: Lynn Hamon
Non-Regular (Puppies, Veterans, Stud Dog, Brood Bitch, Generations & Brace): Andrea Torres
Puppie Sweeps & Veterans Sweeps: Janet Kelly
MVA & MVJ: Anne Shope
Junior Handling:
Janet Kelly
National Obedience Trial
Utility A, ODX A & B, Novice B, Beg. Novice A & B, Team- Andrea Torres
Utility B, CDX A & B, Novice A, Team – Elaine LeRoy
First Available Judge – Brace & Seniors
National Rally Trial
Masters A/B/C & Excellent A/B/C: Tom Savarese
Advanced A/B/C: Lyn Kalinoski
Novice A/B/C & Team Relay Rally (Advanced Course): Lyn Kalinoski
Overflow Judge for Novice, Advanced & Team (if necessary):
National Stockdog Trial
Ducks: Devona Myrick
Sheep: Maarten Walter
Cattle: Canby Scott
National Tracking Test
TD/TDX: Jeff Whitsitt, Jane Kline
NO AWARDS OR RIBBONS WILL BE MAILED
2015 ASCA National Schedule of Events
Check show office message board daily for updates and/or schedule changes.
Thurs Oct. 8 –
Friday Oct. 9-
Tracking plotting day
Tracking
Show Site Move-In
Sat. Oct. 10Pre-trial- Agility
Pre-trial Rally/Obedience
Stockdog Finals
Pre-show conformation
Sun. Oct. 11Stockdog Finals Day 2
Rally Finals
Pre-trial Agility
Pre-show conformation/ obedience
Mon. Oct. 12Agility Finals
Pre-show Conformation
Pre-show Rally/Obedience
Pre-trial Stockdog trial
Welcome Banquet
Tues. Oct. 13Obedience Finals
Junior Handling Finals
Conformation Finals
Pre-trial Agility
Veterans and Puppy Sweeps
MVA Evaluations
Affiliate Meeting
Wed. Oct. 14National Stockdog trial- Day 1
National Rally Trial- Day 1
National Agility Trial- Day 1
National Non-Regular Conformation
Nationals Altered Conformation
Nationals Junior Handling
Parades During Conformation Lunch Break
Veterans/Titleholders & Rescue
General Membership Meeting
Thurs. Oct. 15- National Stockdog Trial- Day 2
National Rally Trial Day 2 (if necessary)
National Agility Trial- Day 2
Retired Agility Class
National Obedience Trial- Day 1
National Conformation- Intact Dogs**
Friday Oct. 16- National Stockdog Trial- Day 3
National Agility Trial- Day 3
National Obedience Trial- Day 2 (if necessary)
National Conformation- Intact Bitches**
Banquet
Sat. Oct. 17Conformation- Best of Breed
*awards ceremony following each Finals
**If either sex of Intact Conformation exceeds 175 entries,
the schedule will be adjusted to accommodate and posted.
National Website
Please check our 2015 ASCA National website at
http://www.asca2015.com
for the latest news, contact information, sponsorship
information, logo products and FAQ.
Facebook Page:
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2015 ASCA Nationals (Tennessee)
Information Center
A message board will be provided at the Show Office personal
information and updates on Nationals information.
Medical Information
Small Animal Vet
Emergency Vet
Southside Vet Hospital
Nashville Pet Emergency Clinic at
312 S. Cannon Blvd.
Murfreesboro
Shelbyville, TN
2223 NW Broad St.
Dr. Kristin B. Wilhelm
Murfreesboro, TN
931-684-1180
615-890-1259
Small & Large Animal Vet
Cascade Animal Hospital
2849 Fairfield Pike
Wartrace, TN
Dr. Bobby West
931-389-0449
Human Medical Emergency
Heritage Medical Center
2835 Hwy 231 N
Shelbyville, TN
931-685-5433
The Mid-South ASC reserves the right to amend, correct
and/or change any information contained herein due to any
errors or unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited
to the number of entries received, necessitating judge
and/or schedule changes.
ASCA Business Office
6091 E State Hwy 21, Bryan, TX 77808-9652
(979) 778-1082 www.asca.org
2015 ASCA National Entry Information
No entries will be accepted postmarked before June 1, 2015,
or after July 31, 2015. Entries must be on current official
ASCA entry forms appropriate for the specific discipline and
SIGNED ON THE BACK. Blank entry forms are available for
download at www.asca.org. Entries received without proper
fees will not be accepted. Returned checks do not constitute
a valid entry and will incur a $35 service charge. No facsimile,
telegraph, telephone, incomplete, email or computer entries
will be accepted. NO ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED THAT
REQUIRE A SIGNATURE. IF YOU USE OVERNIGHT MAIL, YOU
MUST WAIVE SIGNATURE. For immediate confirmation of
receipt, please enclose a stamped, self-addressed postcard.
Confirmation of receipt does not constitute an accepted
entry. Acknowledgment of entries will be made after close of
entries. Entry information will be used to create the 2015
National Catalog; please make sure entries are legible and
correct.
A COPY OF ASCA REGISTRATION PAPERS MUST
ACCOMPANY ALL ENTRIES FOR DOGS OVER 6 MONTHS OF
AGE. The age will be calculated as of October 9, 2015.
Please be sure to have proof of rabies vaccination.
Entrants are responsible for errors on entry forms and no
entry fee will be refunded in the event of such errors. No
entry shall be made and no entry shall be accepted which
specifies any conditions as to its acceptance. Entry fees will
not be refunded in the event that a dog is absent,
disqualified, excused by a veterinarian or judge, or barred
from competition by action of the Show Committee. If,
because of riots, civil disturbances, or other acts beyond the
control of management, it is impossible to open or complete
the show, no refund of entry fees will be made.
as a stud dog or brood bitch. Stud Dog or Brood Bitch
entered may be neutered.
Brace: Two dogs shown together, which must look and move
as one
$22.00
Veteran Dogs/Veteran Bitches: Veterans divided by age:
7-9 years, 10-12 years and 13 years and older.
$22.00
Generations: See Nationals Information
$22.00
Make checks or money orders payable in U.S. funds to
“MSASC 2015.” Foreign entries must be paid with funds
drawn on a U.S. bank. DO NOT SEND CASH. Entries received
without proper fee payment will not be accepted. Returned
checks do not constitute a valid entry, and an NSF fee of $35
will be charged.
**Please use separate entry form.
Mail Entries via U.S. Postal Service to:
Claire Baker
948 Beech Bend Dr
Nashville, TN 37221
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation of entries, RV space, advertisements, vendor
space, and all other items must be in writing and postmarked
no later than July 31, 2015. No refunds will be given for
requests postmarked after July 31, 2015, with the following
exceptions: (1) a tracking entry that is pulled prior to the
start of the test which can be filled with an official alternate,
or (2) stock entries that are withdrawn and filled from the
waiting list. These two exceptions will have their entry fees
refunded.
Stockdog, Obedience, Agility, Rally, Conformation and
Juniors Finals ASCA will contact qualifying participants with
invitations, fees and directions. Send entries and fees directly
to ASCA. Send Junior Finals entries to the 2015 Nationals Entry
Clerk, Claire Baker.
Confirmation of Entries
After close of entries you will receive a confirmation of all
classes entered for each dog. Please read your confirmation
and check it for accuracy. CHANGES WILL NOT BE MADE
AFTER AUGUST 21, 2015.
2015 ASCA National Classes and Entry Fees
Agility
$135/6 runs or $27/run
All Champion classes will be offered in the following divisions:
Standard, Veterans and Junior Handlers. ACE classes will be
offered in the following divisions: Standard and Senior.
2 Rounds Regular:
Elite, Open, Novice B, Novice A
2 Rounds Jumpers:
Elite, Open, Novice
2 Rounds Gamblers: Elite, Open, Novice
Conformation—Intact and Altered*
$27.00
Non-Regular Conformation*
$22.00
Puppies divided by sex and color: 2-4 month, 4-6 month.
*Calculate age for all conformation classes as of
October 9, 2015.
Stud Dog/Brood Bitch: Two to four “get” of the dog or bitch,
at least two of which must be entered in a regular
conformation class. No progeny shall be entered in this class
WTCH Class : Not divided by sex
$22.00
Most Versatile Entry**
$27.00
Most Versatile Junior*
$10
*Indicate on stock entry as additional class.
Junior Handling**
$10
Pee Wee 3-5; Sub-Jr. 6-7; Novice Jr. 8-12;
Open Jr. 8-12; Novice Sr. 13-17, Open Sr. 13-17
** Please use separate entry form for Junior Classes
ASCA Junior Handling Finals (Must use a separate entry form)
Obedience
$27.00
Utility A/B ,ODX A/B, CDX A/B, Novice A/ B, Beg. Novice A/B
Non-Regular Obedience
$22.00
Brace, Team, and Seniors
$27.00
Rally Trial
Masters A/B/C, Excellent A/B/C, Advanced
A/B/C, Novice A/ B/ C
$22.00
Non-Regular Rally
Team (fee per team member; Advanced level
course will be used)
Stockdog Trial
Ducks
Sheep
Cattle
Started, Open, Advanced, Junior, Novice
Tracking
TD
TDX
Parade of Veterans/Titleholders
$40.00
$50.00
$60.00
$55.00
$75.00
$22.00
Retired Agility Class
$22.00
Parade of Rescue
No Fee
Finals Information
Agility Finals
Consult the Finals section of the ASCA Agility Rule Book. At
the completion of the Agility Finals, after all scores have been
tallied, awards will be presented.
Conformation Finals
See Chapter 15 of the Conformation Rule Book. Altered and
Intact Conformation Finals Awards will be presented
immediately following each Finals competition.
Junior Handling Finals
See Chapter 11 of the Junior Handling Rule Book. Use
separate entry form. A change of dogs must be made at least
one hour prior to the judging of the class and be approved by
the Junior Chairperson and at least one other Show
Committee or ASCA official. The “Keely Bryan Memorial
Scholarship” is given for Finals Best Junior and Finals Reserve
Junior.
Awards are presented in the ring at the completion of each
class. Junior Finals Awards and the 500 Club Parade will take
place immediately upon the completion of Junior Finals.
Obedience Finals
See Chapter 10 of the Obedience Rule Book. Bitches in heat
are allowed to compete, see Section 9. Upon completion of
the Obedience Finals and after all scores have been tallied,
the ASCA Obedience Finals Awards will be presented
immediately after the event.
Rally Finals
See Chapter 13 of the Rally Rule Book. Bitches in heat are
allowed to compete, see Section 2. Upon completion of the
Rally Finals and after all scores have been tallied, the ASCA
Rally Finals Awards will be presented immediately after the
event.
Stockdog Finals
See Chapter 12 of the Stockdog Rule Book.
Five to 10 head of livestock will be used for each run. Sheep
will be wool or hair; cattle will be beef crosses; ducks will be
mixed.
Day 1 - First Elimination Round: Handlers meeting at 7:30
A.M., Course E. Second Elimination Round: To begin after a
short lunch break or at the discretion of the Nationals Trial
Committee, Course A. Day 2 - Final Round: Handlers meeting
at 7:30am, Course C. The Stockdog Finals Awards will be
presented at the conclusion of competition, after scores
have been tallied.
Nationals Information
Most Versatile Australian Shepherd
The Most Versatile Aussie Award is offered to recognize the
dog that best combines the attributes of working ability and
trainability and that faithfully represents the Breed Standard.
The Versatility Chairperson and MVA Show Committee are
solely responsible for Versatility record-keeping from start to
finish. The competition will be conducted using the rules in
Chapter 1 of the MVA National Rules. Bitches in season will
run at the end of each class (or as posted) with the same
requirements as listed in the Agility/Obedience/Rally Finals.
MVA Participant ribbons will be presented on Tuesday to
each dog upon completion of their MVA Evaluation. The 2015
Most Versatile Aussie award will be presented Friday in
conjunction with the banquet. The “Joseph Hartnagle
Memorial Award” and the “Jean and Bob Carrillo Memorial
Award” will be presented to the Most Versatile Aussie.
Conflicts: If you have a conflict with events, conformation
takes priority. Notify ring stewards 30 minutes before the ring
starts to get scheduling worked out. We will try to be
accommodating, but we must know you have a conflict. If you
do not make it to do your run by 30 minutes after the
completion of the class, we will not look for you, and you will
forfeit your run.
Most Versatile Junior
This award is for the Junior Handler who has the highest
combined scores in junior handling, stockdog and the
performance events. The dog must be owned or co-owned
by the Junior or his/her immediate family and a co-owned
dog must reside in the junior’s home 75% of the year. The
Most Versatile Junior competition will be conducted in
accordance with Section VI of the Junior Showmanship
Program Rule Book. Please write a short 100-word
description of the Junior and his/her dog to be read at the
MVJ awards presentation on Friday at the banquet. The
“Sandy Tubbs Memorial Award” will be given for the Most
Versatile Junior.
Agility
Entry is on a first-come, first-served basis by postmark date.
All entrants must be in good standing with ASCA and no entry
will be accepted for any dog or handler disqualified from the
ASCA agility program. The National Trial is one trial held over
three days and will be held in the Champion arena on a
packed dirt surface under cover. The trial will be judged by
three judges, judging in three rings, with a limit of 350 runs
per judge per day. Bitches in season will compete pursuant to
ASCA Agility Rules. Dogs jumping in the 20+” and the 24”
classes will be scored together and class placements will be
combined. Obstacles used during the trial are defined in the
ASCA Agility Rule Book.
Measuring Policy - All standard division dogs entered in 20”
or less (or VET/JH/ACE dogs entered in 16” or less) without an
ASCA, AKC, or NADAC height card must be measured at
check-in. This includes 20” jumping dogs not entered in 20+.
Please mail a copy of the approved height card with the trial
entry form. The obstacles that will be made available to the
judges include: dog walk, A-frame, teeter, closed tunnel (w/
6’fabric chute), open tunnel, tire jump (displaceable), weave
poles (24” spacing), non-winged hurdles, winged hurdles, and
double bar hurdle. All contacts have rubber surfaces; dog
walk and A-frame are slatted. Electronic timing equipment
will be used. Move-ups for the Nationals trial close on
OCTOBER 5, 2015, 5 PM CST. Weave poles and a jump will be
provided for warm-up. There is crating space available
around the agility ring area for competing dogs. In order for
the trial to run smoothly, we need helpers. Please consider
volunteering and fill out the coupons found following the
entry blanks. Agility Awards: For championship program: 1st
through 6th place rosettes, qualifying scores, HIT for Novice,
Open, Elite for the Standard Division; Junior Handler, Veteran,
Veteran 10 plus, and Over-All. For ACE program: 1st through
6th place rosettes, qualifying scores, HIT for standard division
and HIT for senior division. High in Trial Awards will be
calculated using the formula outlined in the ASCA Agility
Rulebook.
RETIRED AGILITY CLASS : For any dogs that have retired
from agility. Course will be a modified jumpers course with
10 obstacles or less. Dogs may jump 0” (bar on ground), 4”
or 8”. Please bring a 4-5 sentence intro to be read as dog
approaches the start line. Rosettes for all dogs entered.
Conformation - Altered and Intact
Conformation will be held on packed dirt. No grooming will
be allowed within the conformation arena but holding crates
will be allowed (no ex-pens). Class schedules are subject to
change and any updates will be posted at the Show Office.
Judges will not wait for any dog holding up a class. Owners or
agents are responsible for having their dogs at the ring when
their class is called to be judged. Neither the MSASC nor its
show committee is responsible or obligated to furnish any
service of notifying exhibitors of the start of class judging.
Dogs will enter the ring in catalog order unless otherwise
posted. A maximum of 175 dogs/bitches will be judged by
any one judge on any one day. If entries warrant, the
Conformation Secretary reserves the right to divide classes
into groups. In such case, the judge will designate which
entrants will return for class placements from each group.
Overflow will be done by the assigned judge(s) and will begin
with the 6-9 class and move through until the necessary
overflow number has been met. Awards include rosettes for
1st through 6th class placements, BOB, BOS, BOW, WD, WB,
Reserve WD, Reserve WB, and 10 Premier Dogs and 10
Premier Bitches.
Non Regular classes
Puppy: All classes placed 1st through 6th. BOBp and BOSp
Veterans: classes placed 1st through 6th. Best Veteran and
Best of opposite sex veteran
Generation Entries: Three to five generations of direct
descendants to be judged for quality and uniformity in the
same manner as the Stud Dog /Brood Bitch classes. The
entrants can be altered, and 2-6 month old puppies are
eligible to be part of a group. A separate entry form must be
filled out which lists the first dog in the group (the oldest
generation). The balance of the group does not need to be
listed, but they do have to be entered in a class in the
Nationals in order to participate in the group. The first dog in
the group (oldest) DOES NOT need to be entered in another
class in the Nationals. This is a non-regular class. 1st through
6th place will be awarded.
WTCH Class: altered or intact, judged together, not divided
by sex; must have received confirmation of the WTCH title.
This is a non-regular class. 1st through 6th place will be
awarded.
Junior Handling
Ownership rules must be followed to earn points. Please refer
to the ASCA Rules and Regulations for Junior Handling and
Junior Finals at www.asca.org. A change of dogs must be
made at least one hour prior to the judging of the class and
be approved by the Junior Chairperson and at least one other
Show Committee or ASCA official.
Obedience
Obedience will be in the Warm Up Arena on a packed dirt
surface. The trial begins with group exercises followed by
individual exercises in each regular class. Non-regular classes
will follow, with group exercises followed by individual
exercises. Bitches in season will compete pursuant to ASCA
Obedience Rules, section 12.2. Individual exercises will run in
catalog order. Should the number of entries warrant hiring an
additional judge, this will be indicated in your confirmation
packet. Be sure to read the updated obedience rules
regarding new classes and senior provisions. Awards will
include rosettes for 1st through 6th place class placements,
qualifying scores, High in Trial, High Combined (Open B and
Utility), High Score Veteran, High Score Champion of Record
and High Scoring Junior. Move-ups for the Nationals trial
close on OCTOBER 12, 2015, 8 PM CST
Conflicts: If you have a conflict with events, conformation
takes priority. Notify ring stewards 30 minutes before the ring
starts to get scheduling worked out. We will try to be
accommodating, but we must know you have a conflict. If you
do not make it to do your run by 30 minutes after the
completion of the class, we will not look for you, and you will
forfeit your run.
Rally
Rally will be held in the Warm Up Arena on a packed dirt
surface. Classes offered will be Novice C/B/A, Advanced
C/B/A, Excellent C/B/A, Masters C/B/A and Team Relay Rally
(Advanced). Bitches in season will compete pursuant to ASCA
Rally Rules, Section14.4. Dogs will run in catalog as well as
jump height order. Team Relay Rally will be an Advanced
Course. All dogs are eligible for Team Relay Rally regardless of
their titles. Enter on the official ASCA Rally entry form.
Awards will include rosettes for 1st through 6th place class
placements, qualifying & X-qualifying scores, High Score
Masters, High Score Excellent, High Score Advanced, High
Score Novice, High Combined score in Excellent B & Masters
B, High in Trial from A & B Regular Classes, and High in Trial
Junior Handler. Dogs entered in C classes are not eligible for
High Scoring, HIT or HC awards. Move-ups for the Nationals
trial close on OCTOBER 12, 2015, 9 PM CST.
Conflicts: If you have a conflict with events, conformation
takes priority. Notify ring stewards 30 minutes before the ring
starts to get scheduling worked out. We will try to be
accommodating, but we must know you have a conflict. If you
do not make it to do your run by 30 minutes after the
completion of the class, we will not look for you, and you will
forfeit your run.
Stockdog
Courses: 180 runs on Course A, using 5 head of cattle; 180
runs on Course B, using 5 head of ducks; 180 runs on Course
A, using 5 head of sheep, divided over three days.
Policies: Entry is on a first-come, first-served basis by
postmark date; an official waiting list will be maintained. Run
order will be determined prior to the trial by a random draw
by the trial. Check posted run order daily for any changes. If
an entry is pulled prior to the start of the first day of trial and
that space can be filled from the official waiting list, a refund
will be made. Substitutions are allowed of another dog
owned or co-owned by the same owner who originally
entered the dog. Please notify entry clerk if moving up in
division as soon as possible prior to the Nationals. In order
for the trial to run smoothly, we need helpers. Please
consider volunteering and fill out the coupon found following
the entry blanks.
Awards will include rosettes for 1st through 6th place class
placements, qualifying scores, HIT Cattle, HIT Ducks, HIT
Sheep, Overall HIT, HC WTCH, HC Non-WTCH (only scores
from the Advanced classes will count for dogs who have not
completed their WTCH prior to 10/9/15), HC Open (only
scores from the Open classes will count), HC Started, HIT
Open Working Junior, and HIT Working Junior Handler.
Qualifying and non-qualifying scores will be used in the High
Combined calculations.
Replacement cost of livestock: $25/duck, $250/sheep and
cattle – current market value.
Tracking
The tracking test will be held at Woodward Farm, Lewisburg,
TN 3TD's/3TDX's. Directions and draw information will be
posted on the Nationals website and will be mailed to each
entrant. The Tracking Test (TD) is limited to 4 entries and the
Tracking Test Excellent (TDX) is limited to 3 entries. The
potential exists we can add more TD tracks, but we will not
know until March. If we can add more, it will be announced. If
the TD or TDX entry limits are not reached, an additional 2
TDs may be added for each unused TDX or an additional TDX
may be added for every 2 unused TDs. Certification or a copy
of an equivalent title (see the tracking rules and regulations)
must accompany all TD entries. Uncertified dogs may enter
the TD test, but their entries will be drawn last in the draw for
test entry. Bitches in season may participate after all other
dogs have been tested, but they must be kept out of the
tracking area prior to their track.
Priority for the draw order:
1. Entries that do not have a title in the division (tracking)
2. Entries that are entered in versatility competition.
3. Entries that are titled.
4. For the TD Test only, uncertified dogs.
A DUPLICATE COPY OF ALL TRACKING ENTRY FORMS AND
CERTIFICATION SLIPS MUST BE SENT TO THE TRACKING
CHAIR BY THE ENTRY DEADLINE.
Darla Huffman
4901 Hwy 64E
Wartrace, TN 37183
Withdrawals after the close of entries will receive a refund if
there are alternates to take their place. Entries and
alternates will be confirmed with a judging program which
will include all details related to the test.
Awards will be given at the tracking site along with lunch to
celebrate your day.
Time and place for track drawing:
8:15 AM
Woodward Farm
2195 Palmetto Cemetery Road
Lewisburg, TN 37091
The first track will run as soon as practical.
Directions: (ALL MILEAGE IS APPROXIMATE)
From I-24 North:
Take exit 81A/US 231 South toward Shelbyville for 24 miles
(US 231 will make a couple of turns thru Shelbyville)
Turn Right on TN 64 for 15 miles
Turn Right on Hunter Road for 1.5 miles
Bear Right at fork onto Palmetto Cemetery Road
1st house on left
From I-24 South:
Take exit 97/TN 64 turning Left at the bottom of the ramp
toward Shelbyville for 15 miles
Turn Right on US 41A for 3.5 miles
Turn Left on US 231 South
(following US 231 South thru Shelbyville)
Turn Right on TN 64 for 15 miles
Turn Right on Hunter Road for 1.5 miles
Bear Right at fork onto Palmetto Cemetery Road
1st house on the left
Parade of Veterans and Titleholders
This is one class and may be entered only once per dog. Entry
will not be accepted unless accompanied by a typewritten,
double-spaced script, approximately 100 words in length by
entry deadline. An assembly time will be in the welcome
packet. Parade order will be by catalog order. Each entry will
receive a personalized rosette.
Parade of Rescue Dogs
This class requires no entry fee. However, an official entry
form must be completed and must be accompanied by a
typewritten, double-spaced script, approximately 100 words
in length and received by entry deadline. An ASCA
Registration Form is not required. An assembly time will be in
the welcome packet. Parade order will be by catalog order.
Each entry will receive a personalized rosette.
Class Sponsorships
FREE ADVERTISING in the Nationals Catalog with class
sponsorships….up to $100 = Business card
$100-$250 = ½ Page b/w
$251 & Up = Full Page b/w
Please visit the website to check class availability and to sign
up and pay for your class sponsorship.
Vendor Information
Vendors will be located indoors, in the Calsonic Arena. Each
8’ X 15’ space is available to rent at the rate of $325 for the
duration of the event or $70 per day. Multiple adjacent 8’ x
15’ spaces are available.
Welcome Reception Dinner
To celebrate the start of Nationals, we are hosting an
informal get together on Monday, October 12. A cash bar will
also be available. Please reserve your $5 tickets on the
summary submission form as reservations are required for
attendance.
Banquet
The National Banquet will be held at 7 P.M. on Friday night.
Reservations are required and can be made using the
summary submission form. The meal will be a buffet and the
cost will be $35 for adults and $15 for children under 10.
There will be a cocktail hour with a cash bar starting at 6 P.M.
Entertainment will be provided. MVA and MVJ will be
presented at this event.
Lodging
We have asked T3Travel to provide a selection of hotels. They
are able to work with the hotels in the area and negotiate
better rates. Please check www.T3Travel.com for more
information.
Website T3Travel.com
http://www.t3travel.com/booking/events/australianshepherd-club-of-america-nationals/
[email protected]
877 865-2018 x6
Host Hotel: Best Western Shelbyville has been booked for
Judges, BOD, and Nationals committee
RV/Tent Information
There are 290 RV spaces all with 30 amp hookups, 50 amp
hookups also available at designated sites, all include water
many include sewer. RV spaces will be assigned. Please
specify 30 or 50 amp with your reservation. Spaces will be
available starting at 12:00 P.M. on Friday, October 8, 2015.
No refunds will be given after July 31, 2015. Reservations will
be confirmed with entry confirmations. If you want an
immediate confirmation, you must include a self-addressed,
stamped envelope. Sites will be reserved in the order of
receipt and/or postmark date. RV rates are $45 per night or
$360 for the circuit (8 nights). There is a mandatory cleaning
deposit of $100 per RV reservation. This is to be made with a
separate check sent with your reservation. Your check will be
returned to you after inspection of your site when you are
ready to leave. You must send in your reservations together
in order to be parked together!
Tent camping will be on grass in specified areas on site.
Camping will be allowed in the stalls also. No propane heaters
or camp stoves are allowed in the stall areas. Tent rates are
$25 per night or $150 for the circuit (8) nights.
RV Rental
Cruise America
Contact person Nicole Lang
800 671-8042 x 7462
201 Donelson Pike
Nashville, TN 37214
Nashville RV, LLC.
website: www.williamsmotorhome.com
email: [email protected]
Phone: 615-884-5000
Fax: 866-431-7270
Stalls / Grooming Areas
Stalls may be rented at the show site. Please indicate which
you would prefer when you reserve your stalls. Stalls are 10 X
10 feet and have dirt floors. Stalls will be assigned. Each stall
has electrical access, but please bring extension cords and
power strips. Dog washing will be allowed only in designated
areas. All grooming spaces must be kept clean. Dogs may be
left overnight, but non-stop barkers will be asked to be
removed. Reservations are $175 per space for the show. No
per day reservations will be accepted. Any unreserved spaces
will be available at the show on a first-come, first-serve basis
at $200 per space. Contact the Show Office at the show for
an unreserved space. Group Reservations: Those wishing to
be assigned together should have ONE person reserve the
total number of spaces needed for the group. No refunds on
cancellations received after July 31, 2015. Immediate
cleanup of dog waste is mandatory. Failure to comply may
result in your removal from the grounds without refund.
Official Catalog Information
Pre-Ordered
$30.00
Day of Show
$35.00
Mailed with results emailed
$45.00
Results Only Emailed
$ 5.00
Catalog Advertising:
Full page (9.75" x 7")
$120.00
Half page horizontal (4.75" x 7")
$60.00
Business card
$20.00
Breeders Directory
$10.00
Ads may be sent any time prior to July 31, 2015. Submit ads
in camera-ready electronic format. Send payment with
summary submission form.
Email ads to: Tish Brockmire, [email protected]
Show Photographers
We have invited several photographers to come to the
Nationals in an effort to capture as many dogs as possible in
action. However, only the official win photographer will take
official win photos. If you win one of the placements which
require an official photo, there will be a card with your prize
that you must take to the official show photographer to have
your picture taken. This is the only way we have to keep
track of your win shots for the Aussie Times. We appreciate
your help and cooperation. ALL photographers taking photos
to be sold, including candid ring shots, must be an approved
photography vendor.
All rights to TELEVISE, VIDEO TAPE, ADVERTISE,
PHOTOGRAPH, PROMOTE or Otherwise exploit these events
are vested in Mid South ASC or in persons to whom
assignments of such rights have been made in writing by Mid
South ASC . All persons and animals on the Show grounds at
anytime while these events are in progress, do by attending
these events or participating therein, grant to the Club the right
to photograph, televise, video tape, audiotape or otherwise use
their likeness and voice in any manner without further release
or consent. Mid South ASC is not responsible for the actions or
products of the commercial vendors at these events.
Contact Debbie Anderson, [email protected]
Official Win Photographer
The Official Win / Conformation Photographer - The Dog
Sport Photographers
Obedience / Rally - Springfield Photography
Agility - Barry Rosen Photography & Gary Depp - In Motion
Photography
Stock - Gary Anderson Photography
Airport Information
Nashville International Airport / Nashville, TN
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport- Lovell Field /
Chattanooga, TN
Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport / Atlanta, GA
Shelbyville Municipal Airport / Shelbyville, TN
Calsonic Arena Information with Map of Show Grounds
http://www.calsonicarena.com/
Directions to Calsonic Arena:
From Nashville:
Take Exit 81 from I-24/US -231 S
Continue on N Main St (US-231-BR) for 22.5 m
Turn Left onto Madison St
Turn left onto Whitthorne St
From Chattanooga:
Take exit 105 from I-24
Turn left onto U.S. 41 S
Turn right onto 16th Model Rd
Continue onto Knob Creek Rd
Turn right onto TN-269 W/Rte 269 W/State 269 W
Turn left onto TN-64 W/Blackman Blvd E/Rte 269 W/State
269 W
Continue to follow TN-64 W
Slight right onto Madison St
GPS address: 721 Whitthorne St, Shelbyville, TN 37160
Golf Cart Rental
Golf carts are available to rent directly through:
1.DNR Enterprises/Xtreme Golf Carts
Ask for Doug
423-593-2430 or 931-680-1543
Turn right onto Celebration Dr
Turn left onto Whitthorne St
From Birmingham, AL:
The route from exit 81 is the easiest.
105 is a 2-lane winding road.
I-65 into TN
Exit 32 - Hwy 373 towards Lewisburg
Left on 431 Business - turns into Hwy 11/Alt 31
Right on Hwy 64 towards Shelbyville
Dead ends into Hwy 231
Left on 231 N
Right on Alt 41/Madison St
Left on Whitthorne St
Site will be on your left
SUMMARY SUBMISSION FORM
THIS FORM MUST ACCOMPANY ENTRIES AND BE POSTMARKED BY July 31, 2015
NAME:
ADDRESS:
PHONE:
CELL:
EMAIL:
NAME OF DOG/S ENTERED – FOR ADDITIONAL DOGS, PLEASE ATTACH AN ADDITIONAL SHEET.
REGISTERED NAME
CALL NAME
CLASS ENTERED
A DUPLICATE COPY OF ALL TRACKING ENTRY FORMS AND CERTIFICATION MUST BE SENT TO THE TRACKING CHAIR BY THE CLOSING DATE OF
ENTRIES.
CLASS TYPE
QUANTITY
FEE
TOTAL
Most Versatile Evaluation
$27
$
Intact Conformation
$27
$
Altered Conformation
$27
$
Non-Regular Conformation
$22
$
Junior Handling
$10
$
Junior Handling Finals
No Fee
Most Versatile Junior
$10
$
Regular Obedience
$27
$
Non-Regular Obedience
$22
$
Agility / Run
$27
$
Agility – 6 Runs
$135
$
Tracking TD
$55
$
Tracking TDX
$75
$
Stockdog Trial – Ducks
$40
$
Stockdog Trial – Sheep
$50
$
Stockdog Trial – Cattle
$60
$
Regular Rally
$27
$
Non-Regular Rally
$22
$
WTCH, Generations
$22
$
Parade of Veterans / Titleholders
$22
$
Retired Agility Class
$22
$
Parade of Rescues
No Fee
Vendor (complete form provided and a contract will be mailed)
$325
$
Stalls
$175
$
Classes Sponsored
Various
$
Banquet – Adult
$35
$
Banquet – Child under 10
$15
$
Pre-paid Catalog
$30
$
Marked & Mailed Catalog
$45
$
Results E Mailed - provide clearly printed email address
$5
$
Tent Space—Entire Show (complete form on back)
$150
$
Tent Space—Daily (complete form on back)
$25/Night
$
RV Space – Entire Show (complete form on back)
$360
$
RV Space – Daily (complete form on back)
$45
$
Welcome Reception
$5
$
Catalog Advertising (complete form on back)
Various
$
GRAND TOTAL: DUE AND PAYABLE AT THE TIME OF ENTRY SUBMISSION:
$
Please complete following forms for Catalog advertising, Vendor Space, RV and Tent Rental. We also need Helpers for
Agility, Obedience, Rally, Conformation and Stock. Please indicate which jobs you are willing to help with.
RV Space & Tent Camping Reservation Form
RV RESERVATIONS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A SEPARATE $100 CLEANING DEPOSIT CHECK!
#.......... RV spaces $360 for show (includes sewer or 2 pump outs, if necessary)
#.......... RV spaces at daily rate $45 per night (no pump outs)
#..........Tent Spaces $150 for show (no electric/water)
#..........Tent Spaces at daily rate $25 per night
Type of Camper..........................................................................Length ..................Slide Outs 1 side
2 sides . Power: 30 AMP
50 AMP .
Arrival date ......................Departure Date...................... License Plate State/Number............................Handicap (must show documentation)
NOTE: YOU MUST SEND IN CAMPING RESERVATIONS TOGETHER TO BE PARKED TOGETHER
Catalog Advertising
Ad sent to Tish [email protected]
Vendor Space Reservation
Reservations close July 31, 2015
Reservations close September 15, 2015
My business card is enclosed for printing in the catalog for $20
Company Name…………………………………………………………………
Please include the following circled information in the Breeders Directory
section of the catalog for $10:
Adults Puppies Obedience Tracking Conformation
Agility Stockdogs Handling Rally Stud Service
Name/Kennel Name: ..........................................................................
#...........8’X15’ spaces
Arrival Date…………….Departure Date…………….
Company………………………………………………………………….….
Contact Name………………………………………………………………..
Phone & Email……………………………………………………………….
Merchandise………………………………………………………………….
…………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………
Special Needs……………………………………………………………..…
Email & Phone #.................................................................................
Agility Helpers- Lunch Provided
NAME..…………………………………………………………………………
Cell Phone #………………………… E-MAIL…………..………………….
DAYS AVAILABLE………..…………………………………………………
JOB(S):
COURSE BUILDER
TIMER
SCRIBE
ASS’T SCRIBE
SCORE RUNNER
GATE STEWARD
RING CREW
LEASH RUNNER
SETUP
TEARDOWN
TABLE WORKER
Conformation Helpers – Lunch Provided
Name…….…………………………………………………..…………..
Cell Phone#..............................................................................................
Email…………………………………………………………………....
Time & Days Available………………………………………………..
Stock Helpers – Lunch provided
NAME..………………………………………………………………………………
Cell Phone #……………………………………………………………………….
E-MAIL ADDRESS…………………………………………………………………
DAYS AVAILABLE………………………………………………………………
JOB(S):
STOCK TIMER/SCRIBE
STOCK COURSE BUILDER
STOCK HANDLER
JUDGE TRANSPORTATION
Rally/Obedience Helpers –Lunch Provided
Name…………………………………………………………………
Cell Phone #.........................................Email………………………..
Classes Available………………………………………………………