Water Seminar with Deanna Alko
Registration is now open for the Old West Newfoundland Club Water seminar for 2021. View/Download Registration PDF.
Seminar
Water Seminar Canceled
Due to concerns with the Coronavirus, the OWNC Water Seminar scheduled for May 23-24, 2020 has been canceled.
STD OWNC Water Seminar
OWNC is proud to welcome guest instructor Deanna Alko for a water seminar the weekend of May 23-24, 2020.
Please save the date, registration details will be posted once finalized.
Water Seminar Registration
2019 OWNC Water Seminar with Ron Horn
Would you like to increase your knowledge and abilities in water training?
OWNC is excited to bring you another amazing water seminar the weekend of June 22-23, 2019 at the Vineyards Campgrounds in Grapevine, TX. The seminar is lead by OWNC’s very own, longtime newfoundland enthusiast, Ron Horn.
Read about Ron Horn’s background
Ron will be going over water work from A to Z. We will be touching on all levels, from WD to WRDX. Whether you’re just starting out or you are stuck in a training rut and need help, this seminar is perfect for you!
Register
Teams
Cost Per Team will be $50 for the weekend. A team is one handler and a maximum of 2 dogs. It is the handlers responsibility to switch dogs out as needed. Working time will be the same for each team regardless of how many dogs you are working.
Auditing/Non-Working Spots
Cost for auditing is $25 for the weekend
Priority for working spots will be given to OWNC MEMBERS. Working spots are limited so don’t hesitate to register.
If working spots are not filled, we will allow other breeds to enter.
In season bitches will not be permitted to participate.
Register Now
Download the event brochure
Entries must be postmarked no later than June 3, 2019
Schedule (Sat & Sun)
| 7:30 a.m. | Setup |
| 8:00 a.m. | Instruction/Working Time |
| 11:00 a.m. | Lunch |
| 12:00 p.m. | Instruction/Working Time |
| 3:00 p.m. | End |
Lunch
We’ll be placing a group lunch order to Big Daddy’s Restaurant across the lake for lunch each day. You can bring cash, or bring your own lunch.
Things to Bring
- Crate(s)
- Sun cover – there will be a covered pavilion but you may still bring a sun shade for your crate as the sun moves
- Fans
- Water for you and your dog
- High Value Soft Treats such as Meatballs,Turkey, liver, hotdogs, cheese – bring twice the amount you think you’ll need
- Water Equipment – (if you have it)
- Life jacket and water shoes (requirement for anyone getting in the water)
- Dog’s favorite toy
- Sunscreen
- Poop bags
- Long leash/line if needed – NO FLEXI LEADS
- Lunch if you don’t plan on ordering with the group
Accomodations
La Quinta
Dallas DFW Airport North (4.3 miles from site)
4850 West John Carpenter Freeway
Irving, TX 75063
972-915-4022
Super 8
250 East Highway 114 (SE Corner of Hwy 114 & Main St)
Grapevine, TX 75051
817-796-9994
Vet On Call
Animal Emergency Hospital of North Texas
2700 West State Hwy 114
Grapevine, TX
817-410-2273
2019 OWNC Water Seminar with Ron Horn
Would you like to increase your knowledge and abilities in water training?
OWNC is excited to bring you another amazing water seminar the weekend of June 22-23, 2019 at the Vineyards Campgrounds in Grapevine, TX. The seminar is lead by OWNC’s very own, longtime newfoundland enthusiast, Ron Horn.
Read about Ron Horn’s background
Ron will be going over water work from A to Z. We will be touching on all levels, from WD to WRDX. Whether you’re just starting out or you are stuck in a training rut and need help, this seminar is perfect for you!
Register
Teams
Cost Per Team will be $50 for the weekend. A team is one handler and a maximum of 2 dogs. It is the handlers responsibility to switch dogs out as needed. Working time will be the same for each team regardless of how many dogs you are working.
Auditing/Non-Working Spots
Cost for auditing is $25 for the weekend
Priority for working spots will be given to OWNC MEMBERS. Working spots are limited so don’t hesitate to register.
If working spots are not filled, we will allow other breeds to enter.
In season bitches will not be permitted to participate.
Register Now
Download the event brochure
Entries must be postmarked no later than June 3, 2019
Schedule (Sat & Sun)
| 7:30 a.m. | Setup |
| 8:00 a.m. | Instruction/Working Time |
| 11:00 a.m. | Lunch |
| 12:00 p.m. | Instruction/Working Time |
| 3:00 p.m. | End |
Lunch
We’ll be placing a group lunch order to Big Daddy’s Restaurant across the lake for lunch each day. You can bring cash, or bring your own lunch.
Things to Bring
- Crate(s)
- Sun cover – there will be a covered pavilion but you may still bring a sun shade for your crate as the sun moves
- Fans
- Water for you and your dog
- High Value Soft Treats such as Meatballs,Turkey, liver, hotdogs, cheese – bring twice the amount you think you’ll need
- Water Equipment – (if you have it)
- Life jacket and water shoes (requirement for anyone getting in the water)
- Dog’s favorite toy
- Sunscreen
- Poop bags
- Long leash/line if needed – NO FLEXI LEADS
- Lunch if you don’t plan on ordering with the group
Accomodations
La Quinta
Dallas DFW Airport North (4.3 miles from site)
4850 West John Carpenter Freeway
Irving, TX 75063
972-915-4022
Super 8
250 East Highway 114 (SE Corner of Hwy 114 & Main St)
Grapevine, TX 75051
817-796-9994
Vet On Call
Animal Emergency Hospital of North Texas
2700 West State Hwy 114
Grapevine, TX
817-410-2273
Meet Ron Horn
I’ve been fascinated by the Newfoundland breed for more than sixty years, but my true passion for the breed began in 1989 when I attended my first water test. One year later my girl, Ally, became my first dog to earn a WD. Ally began a tradition of active Newfoundlands being a part of our family. Over the years our Newfoundlands have participated in nearly every dog-related activity available. One of my most happy moments was the day our Lucy earned her WRDX.
As a result of living with these wonderful Newfoundlands, I participate in a variety of dog-related activities, such as judging Water (Mentor) and Draft (Mentor) Tests for the NCA, and doing CGC tests for the AKC. I also teach seminars on Newfoundland Water and Draft activities, regularly serve as a tracklayer for AKC Tracking Tests, and am a Tester/Observer for Alliance of Therapy Dogs Incorporated. In addition, I serve as an instructor at Blue Springs ‘n Katydid Dog Training Center where I teach puppy kindergarten. I also judge the Working and Non-Sporting Groups in conformation as well as Rally for the AKC.
It is an honor to be invited to present a water seminar for the Old West Newfoundland Club. It is my greatest desire to help each participant be able to enjoy the innate water life-saving skills of our breed and to increase their personal skill level as a Newfoundland Water Rescue trainer.