Circle of Friends Dog Agility Sept. 25, 26 & 27, 2020

Georgia International Horse Park 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway

Conyers GA 30013 Rockdale County

Judge:

Nick Sparks Nashville TN

Double run format

Building and Ring Surface info: Outdoors, under cover, on groomed dirt/sand

Contact Surface:

Rubberized contacts

Crating Set up times: Thurs., Sep. 24, after 1 pm

Briefing at: Printed & online briefing provided

before trial

First dog on the line at: 8:00 am

Preliminary Class Order: May change depending on weather, judge’s preference, time

or number of entries

Friday Class: Double Run Single Run

Jumpers 2

Regular 2

Tunnelers 2

Barrelers 2

Saturday Class: Double Run Single Run

Chances 2

Regular 2

Touch ‘n’ Go 2

Gamblers 2

Sunday Class: Double Run Single Run

Chances 1

Regular 2

Weavers 2

Jumpers 1

COVID-19 safety measures

will be in effect at the trial. As the trial date approaches, watch for

additional instructions.

Entries Open on: When premium is published

Entries Close on: Sept. 19, 2020

Crating available: Crating available on dirt or concrete

Entry Limits: 500 runs per day

Move ups: Move-up for next day accepted until

15 min after last class finishes on Friday and Saturday. No same-day move-ups.

Day of show Entries:

Day-of-show entries accepted at $15 per run at the trial, until trial fills.

Refunds:

100% refund given for requests received before the closing date. 75% refunds given for BIS, ill or injured dogs (with verification from a vet upon request), injured handlers (with verification from a doctor on request),

or family emergency. There shall be no refunds for entries withdrawn after the

closing date, or in the event a dog and/or handler are dismissed from competition,

regardless of the reason for such dismissal.

Checks not honored by the bank do not constitute a valid entry fee. There will be a

$30 service charge for bank returned checks.

Checks will be deposited Sep. 22. If the trial is canceled due to COVID-19, we

will shred or return your entry check.

If you feel ill or think you’ve been exposed to COVID-19 at any point before or during

the trial, don’t come to the trial! Call or text the trial secretary at 706-347-0328

or email joeyinga@gmail.com for a refund of unused runs.

If in doubt, stay home!

Show Committee Trial Chair, Diane Driscoll, 706-319-7405

Trial Secretary, Jonelle Wolf, 706-347-0328 (trial secretary email: joeyinga@gmail.com)

Asst. Trial Secretary, Vera Jeblick Chief Ring Steward, Mary Jo Thompson

Chief Course Builder, Sandy Langan Vendors/Hospitality, Nicola Kundrun

Confirmations:

Unless we need to provide additional information, we send one confirmation by

email. If you don’t have access to email, please note that on entry and include a SASE.

Food info:

The Winner’s Circle Grill, adjacent to the arena, will be open for breakfast and lunch

during the trial. Outside food and drink is not permitted in the Walker Arena. Please

support the concession stand so they can afford to open for our events.

Volunteer info:

Please volunteer at least once a day to keep the trial running efficiently. Sign up online

(see page 9) or at the trial. Volunteers earn worker bucks good for future entries or food.

We love our volunteers!

Awards and Ribbons:

Placement ribbons awarded through 4th place in each jump height for each class, except

Chances which is pass/fail. Qualifying ribbons awarded for each qualifying round in each

class. Title ribbons, NATCH ribbons and bars, and Outstanding/Superior ribbon tabs

available. High in Trial awarded for Elite, Open, Novice and Veteran dogs.

Equipment info:

Rubberized contacts and electronic timers.

Jump Height Info: MEASURING Measurement forms may be obtained at:

https://www.nadac.com/WPsite/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/HeightCardForm.pdf Dogs which require measuring:

Dogs in the Proficient Category, Novice, Open or Elite jumping 4”, 8”, 12” or 16”

Dogs which do not need to be measured: Dogs jumping 16” in the Veteran or Junior Handler Division Dogs jumping 20” Dogs in the Skilled Category Dogs with a permanent height card Dogs listed on the Height Exemption List

JUMP HEIGHTS There are four Standard Division-Proficient jump heights: 8”, 12”, 16”, and 20”. There are four Standard Division-Skilled jump heights: 4”, 8”, 12”, and 16”. There are four jump heights for the Veterans and Junior Handler divisions: 4”, 8”, 12”, and 16”. Please see the NADAC Rulebook for the full jump height table

Brief Summary of Rules: Please refer to www.nadac.com for a full explanation of all NADAC rules and up to date information.

Please note that NADAC trials should provide a safe and fun environment for both exhibitors and their dogs.

Aggressive dogs will not be tolerated and will be excused from the trial.

The show committee has the right to refuse any entry. Anyone not currently in good standing with NADAC will not be allowed to enter this trial.

Exhibitors, through submission of entry, acknowledge that they are knowledgeable of NADAC rules and regulations, and agree to abide by all rules in effect at the time of this trial.

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.

Checks not honored by the bank do not constitute a valid entry fee. There will be a $25.00 service charge for bank returned checks.

Dog must be registered and have a valid registration number before entries will be accepted. http://nadac.com/afrm/dogregfrm.asp A copy of the current Exhibitors Handbook may be downloaded free from the NADAC web site: www.nadac.com

Bitches in heat, lame, or blind dogs are ineligible for entry, as is any dog with a deformity which may cause a judge to not be able to reasonably assess the dog’s ability to function and perform agility obstacles safely, and in a manner that is in the best interest, health and welfare of the dog.

No food, clickers, or other aids or devices shall be permitted on the course or within 10 feet of the ring. Food or a small non-audible toy can be in a secure container (ziplock bag is acceptable) in your pocket during your run but it cannot be used during your run, nor can you indicate to the dog it is there. Only Intro and Novice handlers my bring a non-audible toy into the ring for training purposes. They cannot earn a Qualifying score and must declare to the judge they are training before they commence their run. Please read the Exhibitor’s Handbook for more information about toys and training in the ring.

The sponsoring clubs will not be responsible for the loss or damage to any dog exhibited, or for the possessions of any exhibitor whether the result be accident or other cause. It is distinctly understood that every dog at this event is in the care and control of his owner or handler during the entire time the dog is on the show premises.

Circle of Friends Dog Agility. LLC Sept. 25, 26 & 27, 2020, 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway, Conyers GA 30013

Make Checks Payable to: Circle of Friends Dog Agility Mail entries to: Jonelle Wolf, Trial Secretary, 1081 Timothy Rd., Greensboro GA 30642

email joeyinga@gmail.com, phone 706-347-0328

Owner Dog

Name Call Name

Address NADAC Reg #

City/State/Zip Date of Birth

Phone Height at Withers

Email Breed

Handler, If not owner Emergency Contact Name/Phone

PLEASE INCLUDE A COPY OF YOUR DOG’S HEIGHT CARD IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ONE ON FILE.

CATEGORY: PROFICIENT SKILLED

DIVISION: STANDARD VET DOG VET HANDLER JUNIOR HANDLER

I WANT MY DOG TO JUMP: 4 8 12 16 20

Class Level Day

Intro Novice Open Elite Friday Saturday Sunday

Regular Rd 1 Rd 2 Rd 1 Rd 2 Rd 1 Rd 2

Chances Rd 1 Rd 2 Rd 1

Jumpers Rd 1 Rd 2 Rd 1

Touch n Go Rd 1 Rd 2

Tunnelers Rd 1 Rd 2

Weavers Rd 1 Rd 2

Barrelers Rd 1 Rd 2

Gamblers Rd 1 Rd 2 In consideration of the acceptance of this entry, I/we certify that I/we have knowledge of, and are familiar with, and agree to abide by, the Rules and Regulations of NADAC in effect at the time of this trial, and by any additional rules and regulations as approved by NADAC for this trial. I/we certify that the dog entered is not a hazard to persons or other dogs. I/we further agree to be bound by the “Agreement” printed on page 5 of this premium

Number of Total Runs Entered (per dog): # ___________ □ 1- 6 Runs = $11 each = ___________ □ 7 or more runs = $10 each = ___________ □ Junior Handler = $5 each = ___________ □ Day of Show (after closing) $15 each = ___________

TOTAL ENCLOSED =___________

Owner/Exhibitor: ____________________________________Date______________________

Parent or Legal Guardian of Junior Handler_________________________________________

AGREEMENT

The person who signs this agreement represents that he/she is authorized to enter into this agreement on behalf of both exhibitor and the owner of entered dog. In consideration of acceptance of this entry: 1.1. As used here "NADAC" means the North American Dog Agility Council, LLC., its members, officers, directors, employees, show chairs, show committees and agents. 1.2. Exhibitor/owner agree to abide by the rules and regulations of NADAC and any other rules and regulations appearing in the premium for this event. 1.3. Exhibitor/owner certify that the entered dog is not a hazard to persons, dogs or property and that the entered dog's rabies vaccination is current in accordance with the requirement of the state in which the dog resides. 1.4. Exhibitor/owner acknowledge all hazards presented by the event and the event premises, including, but not limited to, the condition of the surface, restrooms, security measures or lack of, electrical appliances, fittings, show rings, parking areas and the presence of unfamiliar animals and people; exhibitor and owner assume the risk of any harm arising from these. 1.5. Exhibitor/owner releases NADAC (including its respective officers, directors, employees, and members), Circle of Friends Dog Agility, LLC, (including its officers, directors, members, and event organizing committee), and the Georgia International Horse Park (including its officers, agents, and employees) and will defend them and hold them harmless from all present and future loss, injury, damage, claims, demands and liabilities involving the entered dog, the event or event premises. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing hold harmless provisions, exhibitor/owner hereby specifically assumes sole responsibility for and agrees to indemnify and save the aforementioned parties harmless from any and all loss and expenses (including legal fees) by reason of the liability imposed by law upon any of the aforementioned parties for damages because of bodily injuries, including death, at any time in consequence of my (our) participation in this event, howsoever such injury or death may be caused and whether or not the same may have been caused or may have been alleged to have been caused by negligence of the aforementioned parties or any of their employees or agents or any other persons.

ASSUMPTION OF THE RISK AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY RELATING TO CORONAVIRUS/COVID-19

This Form must be completely filled out by each attendee and participant, including children. The novel Coronavirus (“COVID-19")has been declared a worldwide pandemic by the World Health Organization. COVID-19 is extremely contagious and is believed to spread mainly from person-to-person contact. As a result, federal, state, and local governments and federal and state health agencies have recommended social distancing and have, in many locations, prohibited or limited the congregation of groups of people. The North American Dog Agility Council, LLC, (hereinafter “NADAC”), has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19; however, NADAC, cannot guarantee that you will not become infected with COVID-19. Further, attending and/or participating in a NADAC trial could increase your risk of contracting COVID-19. By signing this document, I acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume the risk that I may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 as a result of attending and/or participating in a NADAC trial and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, and death. I understand that the risk of becoming exposed to or infected by COVID-19 at a NADAC trial may result from the actions or inactions of myself or others. I voluntarily agree to assume all of the foregoing risks and accept sole responsibility for my decision to attend and/or participate in a NADAC trial, and any personal injury, disability, illness, death, damage, loss, claim, liability, or expense of any kind, that I may experience or incur in connection with my participation in a NADAC trial. I hereby release, covenant not to sue, discharge, and hold harmless NADAC, its directors, officers, employees, agents, representatives, volunteers, members, successors, and assigns, local trial hosts, judges, and participants from any and all liabilities, claims, actions, damages, costs or expenses of any kind arising out of or relating to my attendance and/or participation in a NADAC trial. I understand and agree that this Assumption of Risk and Waiver of Liability Relating to Coronavirus/COVID19 covers any claims based on the action or inactions of myself, NADAC, its directors, officers, employees, agents, representatives, volunteers, members, successors, and assigns, local trial hosts, judges, and participants, regardless of whether a COVID-19 infection occurs before, during, or after participation in any NADAC trial. Date: ___________________ Signature: __________________________________________________ Minor Child Name: _________________________________________________________ (if applicable) Signature Parent/Guardian of Minor Child: _________________________________________________ Note: If more than one child, a separate from must be completed for each child. Accepted by Local Trial Host: ___________________________________________________________ (Signature of Local Trial Host Representative) Accepted by NADAC, LLC upon execution

LODGING INFO: Call hotels in advance to check on their pet policies. Do not leave dogs alone in rooms. Protect bedding if you allow dogs on beds. Prevent excessive barking. Pick up after your dogs everywhere, every time. Be a considerate guest!

La Quinta Inn & Suites Atlanta Conyers (Exit 82 from I-20), 1184 Dogwood Dr., Conyers,

GA 30012 (770) 918-0092, 6.4 miles from trial site

La Quinta Inn & Suites Covington, 9159 Access Road NW, Covington GA 30014 (770)

784-9200, 7.1 miles from trial site

Motel 6 Conyers, 1351 Dogwood Dr. SW, Conyers GA 30012 (770) 483-3220, 8.3 miles

from trial site

Jameson Inn, Conyers 1070 Dogwood Drive, Conyers GA 30012 (770) 760-0777, 5.8

miles from trial site

Hampton Inn Conyers 1340 Dog wood Dr. SE, Conyers GA 30013 (770) 483-8838, 5.9

miles from trial site

Hampton Inn, Covington (Exit 93 from I-20) 14460 Lochridge Blvd, Covington, GA 30014

(678) 212-2500, 11.4 miles from trial site

Travelodge, Covington (Exit 93 from I-20) 10225 Hwy 142 N, Covington, GA 30014 (770)

784-1849, 9.3 miles from trial site

Comfort Inn, Conyers (Exit 80 from I-20) 1363 Klondike Rd SW, Conyers, GA 30094 (770)

760-0300, 7.3 miles from trial site

Country Inn & Suites, Conyers (Exit 82 from I-20) 1312 Old Covington Hwy SE, Conyers,

GA 30012 (770) 785-2400, 5.4 miles from trial site

DIRECTIONS: Charles C. Walker Arena is located inside the Georgia International Horse Park at

1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway, Conyers GA 30013, in Rockdale County, GA, approx. 24 miles

east of Atlanta. For more information, go to http://georgiahorsepark.com

From Atlanta and the west: Take I-20 east. Exit I-20 at Exit 82 (GA-20 N/GA-138 E) toward

Monroe/Conyers. Travel north on GA-20/GA-138 approx. 4 mi. Turn right onto Centennial

Olympic Parkway. The park entrance is 2 mi ahead on the right (beyond Gate B and the traffic

light). Follow signs to the arena.

From the east: Take I-20 west. Exit I-20 at Exit 84 (GA-162/Salem Rd). Exit right onto

GA162/Salem Road (which becomes Sigman Road) for approx. 1.1 mi. Turn right onto Gees Mill

Road for approx. 2.5 mi. Pass Gate A. Turn right onto Centennial Olympic Parkway. Pass Gate B

and the traffic light. Turn right into the main entrance to the park. Follow signs to the arena.

PARKING: The exhibitor parking lot is about 75 yds from the arena, behind the gazebo. Ringside

parking for handlers with handicapped stickers will be provided. Exhibitor parking is also

available along gravel driveways near the arena (see map). Park on sand or gravel, not on grass,

not even one tire. Leave space for large vehicles to get through. Do not park in fire lanes; you

will be ticketed and fined. If in doubt, ask a club member where to park.

HIGH IN TRIAL AWARDS: High in Trial ribbons will be awarded on Sunday for Novice, Open,

Elite, and Veteran dogs, based on Qs earned on Friday and Saturday.

ORDER OF CLASSES: Class order is listed on page one of the premium. Classes generally run

EONI (Elite, Open, Novice, Intro). Double-run classes generally run EEOONNII. Check your

confirmation and listen for announcements at the trial for any changes to the class order.

Emergency Medical Care for People:

Atlanta Plus Urgent Care, 2121 Salem Rd. SE, Conyers GA 30013

(770) 679-4360, call for hours, 4 miles from trial site

Piedmont Urgent Care by Wellstreet – Conyers, 1280 Dogwood Drive SE, Conyers GA 30013

(404) 994-4662, call for hours, 4.5 miles from trial site

Piedmont Rockdale Hospital, 1412 Milstead Ave., Conyers, GA 30012

(770) 918-3000, 5.7 miles from trial site

Emergency Medical Care for Pets:

Dennis Veterinary Clinic, 2145 Gees Mill Rd NE, Conyers, GA 30013

(770) 761-0120, call for hours, 3.6 miles from trial site

East Metro Animal Emergency Clinic, 6225 US-278 (off I-20 at Exit 90), Covington, GA 30014

(678) 212-0300, after-hours emergency clinic – call for hours

6.7 miles from trial

CONCESSIONS: The Winner’s Circle Café & Grill offers breakfast, lunch, bagged ice, beer, and wine.

Outside food is not allowed in the Walker arena. Coolers of food for your dogs are permitted, and you

may enjoy your own food and beverages in other areas of the park, such as your RV site. Please keep

personal food and beverages out of sight while in the arena.

CRATING: Social distancing will be in effect for the entire trial, including crating areas. Crating is

available on the concrete next to the ring, and on dirt in front of the ring as long as you do not impede

traffic and your dogs are not disruptive. You may use heaters and fans in the park. Heaters must be

placed on concrete or asphalt. The club provides extra power to the arena, but power may not be

available in all areas.

FOOD/TOYS IN POCKET: Food or a small, noiseless toy may be carried into the ring in your pocket in a

sealed bag or small container. The container cannot be visible in the ring or within 10 feet of the ring.

You cannot indicate to your dog that you have this item on you (by patting your pocket, etc.). Do not

remove the container or feed your dog until you are at least 10 feet outside the ring.

VOLUNTEERS: Our Volunteer Coordinator is Mary Jo Thompson. Please volunteer to work at least one

class each day. PLEASE SIGN UP IN ADVANCE, ONLINE if possible, to reduce traffic around the volunteer

board. Volunteers earn worker bucks good for future entries or food. Sign up online at:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1XeFTxCi6tdmtRmatfP2ScKM6qSl1r8QheVdm-

PIfgcc/edit?usp=sharing

You can also sign up on the volunteer board during the show. Thank you for volunteering!

VENDORS:

Vendors must be approved in advance and sign a liability release before close date. Vending is free

unless you require power and/or water (which are available for a fee). The club reserves the right to

decline a vendor reservation. Email Nikki Kundrun at nikki68@bellsouth.net for information and

reservations.

RV PARKING/CAMPING:

RV parking with water, electric, sewer, and showers is available onsite. RV parking is $25/night. There

are ten 30/50-amp RV parking spots near the arena available to exhibitors (see map). These are not

pull-through spots; they have water but no sewer (there is a dump station in the park). RV spaces are

first-come, first-served; your check reserves your spot. The main RV parking lot is also available; it is

approximately ¼ mile from the arena, so we recommend crating your dogs at the arena if you park

there. Golf carts are available for rent (see below). If you request a spot in the lot closer to the arena

and all spots are already reserved, you will be assigned a spot in the main RV lot. Do not pull RVs up to

the arena to park for the day; that is not permitted by the park. Please fill out and return the form for

RV parking reservations.

Your contact for RV parking & camping is Carol Greer. Please text/call her at 630-432-2010 at least 30

minutes before you arrive so she can unlock your parking spot. Please notify her in advance for early

arrivals or late departures.

Dry camping is available for $15/night, near the arena or in the main RV lot (see map). If you wish to

use electrical or water hookups at any time during your stay, please reserve a full-service RV parking

space and do not sign up for dry camping. Dry campers may use restrooms & showers in the main RV

parking lot. Fill out and return the form for RV dry-camping reservations.

Primitive tent camping in a field near the arena is available for $5/day. No electricity is available for

campsites, but tent campers may use restrooms & showers in the main RV parking lot. Do not leave

running heaters or generators unattended at campsites or anywhere in the park. Please fill out and

return the form for tent camping reservations.

Stall camping in Barn 6 is also available; ask trial secretary for stall camping info.

GOLF CART RENTALS:

The park offers golf carts for rent. Call Queen Sales at 770-860-9111 or 770-855-8793, or email them at

queensalesgihp@gmail.com for rates and information. Golf carts not available at all times of year.

Good Luck! Thank you for coming! Have a wonderful trial!

To reserve RV parking or campsites, please fill out form below and include it with your entry.

RV and camping contact: Carol Greer 630-432-2010.

Please send one check made out to: Circle of Friends Dog Agility, LLC:

Name: ____________________________________________________

Mobile Phone: _____________________________________________

Email: ____________________________________________________

Make/Model of RV: _________________________________________

State & License number: _____________________________________

Arriving on (date): _____________________ Departing on (date): __________________________

Electrical service desired (circle one): 30-amp 50-amp

RV PARKING FEES: Number of nights ________ x $25 = $ ________

Name: ___________________________________________________

Mobile Phone: _____________________________________ Email: _________________________________

Make/Model of RV: _________________________________ State & License number: __________________

Arriving on (date): __________________________ Departing on (date): __________________________

RV DRY CAMPING FEES: Number of nights ________ x $15 = $ ________

Name: ___________________________________________________

Mobile Phone: _____________________________________ Email: _________________________________

Arriving on (date): __________________________ Departing on (date):

__________________________

TENT CAMPING FEES: Number of nights ________ x $5 = $ _____

RV Parking Preference

(check one):

□ Closer to arena: not pull-

through, no sewer, 10 spots

available, first-come,

first- served

□ Main RV lot: pull-

through, full service,

¼ mi from arena