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A Licensed Event Regional Championship hosted by Playing Agility With Style Being Held At: Farr Field Waterbury, VT June 19 - 21, 2020 Closing Date: Monday, June 1, 2020 Secondary Closing Date: Monday, June 15, 2020 (For move up in level only) Judges Meredith Keraga - Lafayette, CO (Officiating Judge) Seth Dunn - Milford, NH (Measure & Supervise) Lauren Hansen - Jacksonville, FL (Officiating Judge) Renee King - Rosenberg, TX (Officiating Judge) 2020 Rules and Policy Announcements USDAA has announced a number of rule and policy changes that are being phased in throughout 2020. Certain of these affect the performance standards for the Table, Masters class Standard Course Time, a revision to the Super Q formula, opportunities for "FEO" runs, permitting a Group to host a Combined Relay class for all levels for titling purposes, crossover between programs, and more. One or more of these changes are to be in effect at this event. Please review the Rules & Policy Amendments on usdaa.com. These are hereby incorporated by reference into this Test Schedule. Declaration of Trademarks & Service Marks USDAA ® , the USDAA logo, CYNOSPORT ® the CYNOSPORT logo, DOG AGILITY MASTERS ® , GRAND PRIX OF DOG AGILITY ® , DOG AGILITY STEEPLECHASE ® , SPRING FESTIVAL OF DOG AGILITY ® , AGILITY DOG ® , ADVANCED AGILITY DOG ® , MASTER AGILITY DOG ® , AGILITY DOG CHAMPION ® , are the registered trademarks of United States Dog Agility Association, Inc. PERFORMANCE GRAND PRIX SM , PERFORMANCE VERSATILITY PAIRS SM , PERFORMANCE SPEED JUMPING SM , JUMPERS MASTER SM , GAMBLERS MASTER SM , SNOOKER MASTER SM , RELAY MASTER SM , PERFORMANCE DOG SM , ADVANCED PERFORMANCE DOG SM , MASTER PERFORMANCE DOG SM , and PERFORMANCE DOG CHAMPION SM are trade and service marks may not be used for commercial or other purposes without the express written consent of United States Dog Agility Association, Inc. Tournament-Sponsorship & Vendor info Local Qualifiers for Grand Prix of Dog Agility ® , Performance Grand Prix SM , Dog Agility Steeplechase ® and Performance Speed Jumping SM will be offered prior to the Regional classes. Dogs may NOT be entered in a combination of Championship and Performance TOURNAMENTS at this event regardless of eligibility. Max 200 will be supplying all the equipment. All the equipment is "For Sale" at the end of the show. Place your orders now. Thank you Max 200 for your Amazing support! Interested in being a Sponsor or Vendor? Contact Kim at [email protected] for info. Thank You!

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Page 1: Playing Agility With Style€¦ · Playing Agility With Style Being Held At: Farr Field Waterbury, VT June 19 - 21, 2020 Closing Date: Monday, June 1, 2020 Secondary Closing Date:

         A Licensed Event  

Regional Championship  

hosted by

 

 

Playing Agility WithStyle

 

Being Held At: Farr Field

Waterbury, VT

June 19 - 21, 2020 Closing Date: Monday, June 1, 2020 

Secondary Closing Date: Monday, June 15, 2020 (For move up in level only) 

 Judges

Meredith Keraga - Lafayette, CO (Officiating Judge) 

Seth Dunn - Milford, NH (Measure & Supervise) 

Lauren Hansen - Jacksonville, FL (Officiating Judge) 

Renee King - Rosenberg, TX (Officiating Judge) 

2020 Rules and Policy AnnouncementsUSDAA has announced a number of rule and policy changes that are being phased in throughout 2020.  Certain of these affect the performance standardsfor the Table, Masters class Standard Course Time, a revision to the Super Q formula, opportunities for "FEO" runs, permitting a Group to host a CombinedRelay class for all levels for titling purposes, crossover between programs, and more.  One or more of these changes are to be in effect at this event.  Pleasereview the Rules & Policy Amendments on usdaa.com.  These are hereby incorporated by reference into this Test Schedule.   

Declaration of Trademarks & Service MarksUSDAA®, the USDAA logo, CYNOSPORT® the CYNOSPORT logo, DOG AGILITY MASTERS®, GRAND PRIX OF DOG AGILITY®, DOG AGILITYSTEEPLECHASE®, SPRING FESTIVAL OF DOG AGILITY®, AGILITY DOG®, ADVANCED AGILITY DOG®, MASTER AGILITY DOG®, AGILITY DOGCHAMPION®, are the registered trademarks of United States Dog Agility Association, Inc. PERFORMANCE GRAND PRIXSM, PERFORMANCEVERSATILITY PAIRSSM, PERFORMANCE SPEED JUMPINGSM, JUMPERS MASTERSM, GAMBLERS MASTERSM, SNOOKER MASTERSM, RELAYMASTERSM, PERFORMANCE DOG SM, ADVANCED PERFORMANCE DOGSM, MASTER PERFORMANCE DOGSM, and PERFORMANCE DOGCHAMPIONSM are trade and service marks may not be used for commercial or other purposes without the express written consent of United States DogAgility Association, Inc.

Tournament-Sponsorship & Vendor infoLocal Qualifiers for Grand Prix of Dog Agility®, Performance Grand PrixSM,

Dog Agility Steeplechase® and Performance Speed JumpingSM will be offered prior to the Regional classes. 

Dogs may NOT be entered in a combination of Championship and Performance TOURNAMENTS at this event regardless of eligibility.

Max 200 will be supplying all the equipment. All the equipment is "For Sale" at the end of the show. Place your orders now. Thank you Max 200 for your Amazing support!

Interested in being a Sponsor or Vendor? Contact Kim at [email protected] for info. Thank You!

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 Organizing Committee

The Organizing Committee is the governing body for this event and shall be the sole authority on matters relative to conduct of the event. 

Sandi Bixler Email: [email protected] Phone: (603) 315-6844 

Valori Duff Email: [email protected] Phone: (603) 289-5169 

Seth Dunn Email: [email protected] Phone: (781) 856-1726 

Valori Duff Email: [email protected] Phone: (603) 289-5169 

Chairperson

Co-Chair

Co-Chair

Secretary

Contact Organising CommitteeEmail is preferred - Please no calls before 9AM or after 9PM

 Site Information

Farr Field2201 Bolton Road (US Route 2), 

Waterbury, VT 05671United States

 View on Google Maps 

Surface Type: Outdoor on Field Grass Ring Configuration: 3 rings 100'x120' Fully fenced. Amazing thick green grass. 

Directions to the Site:From the North:

Take exit 10 (waterbury/stowe exit) off I-89, turn onto Route 100 South. At the roundabout keep right onto Route 2 West, continue on Route 2 West for 2miles. Trial site is on the left in the field behind the Waterbury Flea Market.

From the South:Take exit 10 (waterbury/stowe exit) off I-89, turn onto Route 100 South. At the roundabout keep right onto Route 2 West, continue on Route 2 West for 2

miles. Trial site is on the left in the field behind the Waterbury Flea Market.

From the East:Take exit 10 (waterbury/stowe exit) off I-89, turn onto Route 100 South. At the roundabout keep right onto Route 2 West, continue on Route 2 West for 2

miles. Trial site is on the left in the field behind the Waterbury Flea Market.

From the West:Take exit 10 (waterbury/stowe exit) off I-89, turn onto Route 100 South. At the roundabout keep right onto Route 2 West, continue on Route 2 West for 2

miles. Trial site is on the left in the field behind the Waterbury Flea Market.

Site Comments: Other Information: All rings have snow fencing 

 Check-in & Measuring

Dog Measurements & CertificationAll dogs not jumping 24" in the Championship Program or 20" in the Performance Program at local and regional events must be measured unless they have permanent USDAA or World Cynosport Dog Registration status or a temporary card with 3 signatures as required by the regulations, making the dog eligiblefor their jump height (prior to 3 years of age). Please note that only dogs 18 months of age and entered in the event may be officially measured.

Regional - Special MeasuringAny dog entered in tournaments that does not have a completed registration card, i.e. three measurements that place the dog in a specific jump height, mustbe measured prior to competing at a Regional Championship event or Cynosport® World Games in order to confirm that the dog is eligible for the heightentered.

If the dog measures up, the competitor must jump the dog at the higher jump height in all classes regardless of the jump height in which the dog earned itsqualifications. If the competitor had a bye at the lower height, the bye is forfeited, and the competitor must compete in all rounds that may have beenbypassed as a result of the bye.

Check In

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THURSDAY:

Check in 5:00pm--7:00pm

FRIDAY--SATURDAY--SUNDAY:

Check-in and measuring - 6:30am to 7:15am.Judges briefing - 7:15am.Judging begins upon completion of walk-throughs (Times are subject to change - please refer to the final confirmation). Please note starting jumpheights will vary

Catalogs will be available the Wednesday prior to the trial at www.K9Agilityservices.com

Grand Prix VouchersIf you have a bye into the Grand Prix/PGP Finals (Rd 2), you will be AUTOMATICALLY entered in Rd 1 onSaturday for NO CHARGE.It will be YOUR CHOICE as to whether you run in Rd 1 or not. Regardless of your score in Rd 1, you can still run in Rd 2, because of your bye voucher.

A Dog that Measures Up at Check-In - May Run FEOIf a judge's measurement of a dog at check-in establishes that the dog is ineligible for the height class in which entered, the competitor may 

 Run the dog at the higher height in the same program based upon the measurement, Modify the entry to enroll the dog in the proper height class in the Performance Program, Modify the entry to enroll the dog in the proper height class in the Veterans Program if the dog is 8 years old Run For Exhibition Only (FEO) at the next lowest jump height, but only in the program entered.

Because entry into a higher height is permitted in the Performance and Championship Programs, a dog measuring lower may not be moved to a lower heightin either program.

Course MapsMISC will be offered in each ring as a WARM UP  before competition begins on Friday and Saturday mornings. 

All the equipment will be set up in each ring as a standard style course. Each competitor will be assigned a ring, randomly. 

NO REGIONAL COURSE MAPS WILL BE AVAILABLE UNTIL THE COMPLETION OF THESE WARM UP CLASSES. MISC maps will be posted outside of each ring. 

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 Tentative Schedule

Friday, June 19, 2020

Ring 1Event JudgeOther Nonstandard Class - Championship Heights Hansen, LaurenOther Nonstandard Class - Performance Heights Hansen, LaurenDog Agility Masters - Team Standard Agility Hansen, LaurenPerformance Versatility Standard Hansen, LaurenDog Agility Masters - Team Snooker Hansen, LaurenPerformance Versatility Snooker Hansen, LaurenDog Agility Masters - Three-Dog Relay Hansen, Lauren

Ring 2Event JudgeDog Agility Masters - Team Gamblers Keraga, MeredithPerformance Versatility Gamblers Keraga, MeredithDog Agility Steeplechase® - Local Preliminary Rd Keraga, MeredithPerformance Speed Jumping - Local Preliminary Rd Keraga, MeredithPerformance Versatility Relay Keraga, Meredith

Ring 3Event JudgeGrand Prix of Dog Agility - Local Qualifier King, ReneePerformance Grand Prix - Local Qualifier King, ReneeDog Agility Masters - Team Jumpers King, ReneePerformance Versatility Jumping King, Renee

Saturday, June 20, 2020

Ring 1Event JudgeOther Nonstandard Class - Championship Heights Keraga, MeredithOther Nonstandard Class - Performance Heights Keraga, Meredith

Standard Agility - Advanced Keraga, MeredithStandard Level 2 Keraga, MeredithStandard Agility - Starters  Keraga, MeredithStandard Level 1 Keraga, MeredithGamblers - Advanced Keraga, MeredithGamblers Level 2 Keraga, MeredithGamblers - Starters Keraga, MeredithGamblers Level 1 Keraga, MeredithSnooker - Advanced Keraga, MeredithSnooker Level 2 Keraga, MeredithSnooker - Starters Keraga, MeredithSnooker Level 1 Keraga, MeredithJumpers - Advanced Keraga, MeredithJumpers Level 2 Keraga, MeredithJumpers - Starters Keraga, MeredithJumpers Level 1 Keraga, Meredith

Ring 2Event JudgeDog Agility Steeplechase Regional Semifinals King, ReneePerformance Speed Jumping Regional Semifinals King, ReneeBiathlon MC Jumpers King, ReneeBiathlon MC Performance Jumpers King, Renee

Ring 3Event JudgeGamblers - Masters  Hansen, LaurenGamblers Level 3 Hansen, LaurenGamblers - Veterans Hansen, LaurenDog Agility Steeplechase Regional Finals Hansen, LaurenPerformance Speed Jumping Regional Finals Hansen, Lauren

Sunday, June 21, 2020

Ring 1Event JudgeJumpers - Masters  King, ReneeJumpers Level 3 King, ReneeJumpers - Veterans King, ReneeJumpers - Advanced King, ReneeJumpers Level 2 King, ReneeJumpers - Starters King, ReneeJumpers Level 1 King, ReneeSnooker - Advanced King, ReneeSnooker Level 2 King, ReneeSnooker - Starters King, ReneeSnooker Level 1 King, ReneeGamblers - Advanced King, ReneeGamblers Level 2 King, ReneeGamblers - Starters King, ReneeGamblers Level 1 King, ReneeStandard Agility - Advanced King, ReneeStandard Level 2 King, ReneeStandard Agility - Starters  King, Renee

Ring 2Event JudgeSnooker - Masters Hansen, LaurenSnooker Level 3 Hansen, LaurenSnooker - Veterans Hansen, LaurenRegional Grand Prix of Dog Agility Semifinals Hansen, LaurenPerformance Grand Prix Regional Semifinals Hansen, Lauren

Biathlon MC Standard Keraga, MeredithBiathlon MC Performance Standard Keraga, Meredith

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Standard Agility - Starters  King, ReneeStandard Level 1 King, Renee

Ring 3Event JudgeStandard Agility - Masters Keraga, MeredithStandard Level 3 Keraga, MeredithStandard - Veterans Keraga, MeredithGamblers - Masters  Keraga, MeredithGamblers Level 3 Keraga, MeredithGamblers - Veterans Keraga, MeredithRegional Grand Prix of Dog Agility Finals Keraga, MeredithPerformance Grand Prix Regional Finals Keraga, Meredith

 Entries & Acceptance

General Rule on EligibilityThis event is sanctioned by the United States Dog Agility Association, Inc. ("USDAA").

This test is open to all persons with dogs being at least 18 months of age (14 months of age pursuant to Chapter 10 for Intro Program when offered OR forSanctioned Match), regardless of pedigree or absence thereof, who have a current registration with USDAA and whose owners and the dog's handler arecurrently in good standing with USDAA.

This event will be held under USDAA® Official Rules and Regulations, a copy of which may be viewed and printed online at  USDAA Rules & Regulations, asamended.

Policy on Refusal of EntryThe Organizing Committee of an event may refuse the entry of any competitor or dog for just cause should the Committee view that participation by thecompetitor or dog could be prejudicial to the sport. However, in such case, the Committee must notify the competitor in writing upon receipt of entry, but in nocase, more than three days following the event closing date for acceptance of entries. The burden of responsibility for the appropriateness of such actionrests solely with the host group and its Organizing Committee.

NSF Check/Credit CardAny check or credit card that is charged back by the bank or other financial institution may be assessed a service charge of up to $40 per incident at thediscretion of the host group.

Returned checks or credit card returns do not constitute a valid entry. Amounts shall be paid within 30 day of postmarked notice of the returned payment ifsuch date follows the event date. Any fees not received within 30 days of notice will result in cancellation of event results for all classes related to the entryfor which payment was made. No reinstatement of results is possible, and all awards must be returned within 10 days of notification or the dog's registrationmay be suspended pending restitution.

Any unpaid fees or shortfalls must be paid prior to the start of the event, or entry is canceled without recourse.

Refund PolicyThere shall be NO REFUNDS for entries withdrawn after the closing date for acceptance of entries, for absentee, dismissal from the event as a result ofdisciplinary action, dismissal from a class, or for any other reason. Also, no entry fees will be refunded if the event cannot open or be completed by reason ofriots, civil disturbances, acts of terrorism, fire, "act of God", public emergency, strike, or any other cause beyond the control of the host organization.

Bitches In SeasonPAWS allows Bitches in Season to complete in all classes when running in britches.

The competitor must notify the trial secretary and the gate sheets marked to indicate the BIS. BIS will run in their assigned run order.

Submission of Entries with Secondary Move-Up DateAll entries or cancellations must be received at the Secretary's address no later than the closing date, after which time no entries will be accepted orcancelled. For entries received by the closing date, the level of entry into a given class may be advanced by notifying the Secretary in writing via email by the"Secondary Closing Date". No other changes, cancellations or additions may be made after the initial closing date.

To be accepted, entries must be complete, signed (by parent or legal guardian if handler is a minor), received by the closing date and accompanied by thecorrect fees and include a valid USDAA registration number on a completed registration form.

Next-Day Move-Ups Allowed At This EventCompetitors earning a qualification during the Event that is needed to complete a title may advance their level THE NEXT DAY at the same event, i.e.move-ups on consecutive days ARE allowed.

Competitors are responsible for keeping accurate records of their qualifying scores and the judges from whom these scores were earned prior to this eventto ensure that the dog is eligible to move up based upon scores earned at this Event. Competitors are advised to confirm scores earned with the scorekeeperand judge at the conclusion of a class to ensure the qualifying score has been accurately calculated and awarded in accordance with regulations. If for anyreason it is determined that the score or previous scores were inaccurate, making the entry ineligible for the higher level class, any results (including awards)shall be forfeited and the entry will be deemed invalid without refund or other recourse.

Move-up forms supplied by this event must be used to notify the secretary BEFORE she leaves the site the day on which you earn your title.

Regional - Provisional GP/PGP/STP/PSJ Entries

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Provisional entries will be accepted for competitors who have not earned a qualifying score prior to the closing date, which is required for entry to theRegional classes for Grand Prix, Performance Grand Prix, Steeplechase and Performance Speed Jumping.  Qualifying opportunity in the Grand Prix/PGP orSTP/PSJ through local qualifers is offered at this Regional Championship event.  

A separate payment for provisional entry fees to the tournament classes is required and must be designated on the Entry Form, or such payment will benonrefundable should the dog not be eligible to run.

Express & Overnight EntriesEntries sent by Fedex, Express Mail or other courier service will only be accepted if the waiver allowing delivery without signature is signed. The club willnot be responsible for deliveries delayed if a signature is required.

Eligibility Notification for Provisional Regional EntryIf you have entered the Regional Grand Prix/Performance GP and/or Steeplechase/Speed Jumping and/or Masters Challenge Biathlon on a provisionalbasis, written notification of eligibility MUST be given to the secretary of record no later than noon on Monday, July 7th prior to this regionalchampionships. 

This notification may consist of confirmation that the dog is eligible for the regional classes entered OR that the local qualifier(s) entered at the regional is stillneeded for eligibility.  If no notification is given, you will forfeit provisional entry fees.  Notification must be made via email to View Note  with a readreceipt.  The secretary cannot be responsible for undelivered/misaddressed emails.

 Media Release & Rights of Privacy Waiver

Media Rights ReleaseI HEREBY GRANT TO USDAA and its affiliated companies, representatives, agents and assigns, all rights and permission to use or appropriate his/her andtheir dog's name, biography, likeness, photograph, voice, performing persona, or other indicia of identity for broadcast, telecast, cablecast, transmission ordistribution in any format or media known now or in the future.

Waiver of Rights to Privacy, Publicity & PersonalityFURTHER, I HEREBY RELEASE United States Dog Agility Association, Inc. and its affiliates, representatives, agents and assigns from any claim or cause ofaction for invasion of the rights of privacy, right of publicity, right of personality, or any similar right.

 General Entry Conditions

Prohibitions on Aids & DevicesNo leads, collars, food, toys or other aids or devices shall be permitted on the course at any time, except as provided for in Chapter 10 when Intro Programclasses are offered, or in Chapter 8 when Junior Handler Program classes are offered.

Statement of ResponsibilityCompetitors alone are responsible for the behavior of themselves, their dogs, children, and guests. A competitor whose dogs, children or guests createunnecessary disturbances or repeatedly engage in unsafe or disruptive behavior may, at the discretion of the Event Organizing Committee, be asked to leavethe test site.

Policy on Fault LimitsIn the event of a larger entry, fault limits may be set at the discretion of the Organizing Committee and/or Judge without pre-event notice.

Spam BlockerConfirmations will be sent via email using the secretary's address. If you have a spam blocker on your email account, please configure it to allow email fromthe secretary's address since confirmations will be sent from this account.

Bitches In Season Allowed at This RegionalSpecial provisions are being made for competitors who have bitches in season.  However, any dog that is ill or exhausted and pregnant bitches cannot takepart in the running of any class.  For details go to  USDAA Policy Statements, which are hereby incorporated by reference.

Fix & Continue Will Be Allowed At This EventThe USDAA Policy Statement on Training in the Ring or "Fix & Continue" has been adopted for this event and is hereby incorporated in its entirety byreference. Competitors are expected to familiarize themselves with this policy, which can be found on the USDAA web site at Official USDAA PolicyStatements.

Fix & Continue during a competition run generally provides for repeat of an obstacle at handler's discretion under conditions set forth in the Policy Statement.When discretion is exercised to utilize the Fix & Continue, their score will be recorded as an elimination and the maximum course time set to 60 seconds. Thispractice may be utilized only once in any Standard, Jumpers, or Relay class (including similarly-styled tournament classes at qualifying events). Thecompetitor must continue working the course in flow, while "fixing" and "continuing" on the course. See the Policy Statement referenced above for completedetails.

 Class Descriptions

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Titling Class Rules & DescriptionsOne or more titling classes shall be held at this Event from those described in Chapters 3 - 8 of USDAA Official Rules & Regulations, which aredownloadable from www.usdaa.com/regulations/usdaa-rules-and-regulations.cfm, and any amendments there to, which are hereby incorporated byreference.

Tournament Class Rules & DescriptionsOne or more tournament classes are being held at this event, the rules and description of which may be downloaded on the Internet at TournamentRegulations, and are hereby incorporated by reference. A written copy may be obtained from the Event secretary.

Team & Versatility Pairs Measure-up Policy - FEOThe handler of a dog entered in Team or Versatility Pairs that is required to jump a higher height by virtue of the judge's measurement must notify thesecretary immediately.   Should the higher jump height make the dog ineligible for their team (three jump heights), the secretary will make every effort to formcomplete teams from available dogs.  The dog may not be moved to Versatility Pairs.

In the event the competitor is unprepared to run their dog at the higher jump height, they may run in the tournament For Exhibition Only. No member of theTeam or Pair may earn a tournament qualification, but Team or Pairs partners are eligible for individual placements, tournament top ten points and LifetimeAchievement Qs in the individual tournament classes.

Veterans Program ClassesVeterans level classes offered at this event are open to a competitor with any dog that is at least eight (8) years of age as of the first day of this event.Previous experience in the sport sufficient to establish proficiency and confidence in performance is strongly encouraged.  A dog entered in a Veterans classon a day may not be entered in that class in the Championship or Performance Programs.  Complete program rules can be found at USDAA Rules &Regulations including amendments.

Masters Challenge Biathlon - Concurrent Titling ScoresThe Masters Challenge (MC) & Performance Masters Challenge(PMC) Biathlon tournaments each consists of two classes; Standard and Jumpers. Inaddition to the combined score of these two classes being scored for tournament qualification purposes, each class will be scored independently in order todetermine if title qualification has been earned for the MC and PMC standard and jumpers classes.

See complete biathlon tournament rules and title qualification rules at USDAA Rules & Regulations and Tournament Rules

Non-Titling Miscellaneous ClassesA Non-Titling Miscellaneous Class—Championship and Performance—is being offered on Friday and Saturday. 

Courses may be built in one or more rings to facilitate entry and completion of the runs in an expedient manner.  Classes are tentatively scheduled as firstclass of each day.

This class is being offered for training purposes and is open to all levels.  Audible toys are permitted. Special Note: a dog can be rewarded inside the ringwith a toy and/or occasionally run with the handler out of the ring and be rewarded with a food treat. After food rewards, the team may return to the ring andcontinue as long as they are within the permitted time.

Maximum time permitted on the course is 60 seconds. The time will start 5 seconds after the “GO” sound.There will be 2 horns -- one at 50 seconds signaling there are 10 seconds left, and another at the 60 second mark meaning time is up, the team mustexit the ring.Any harsh or abusive handling is strictly prohibited, will result in immediate dismissal from the ring, and shall be subject to disciplinary actionspursuant to Appendix C of the USDAA Official Rules & Regulations.This class is open to all levels and is considered FEO.

 Prizes & Awards

Regional Event AwardsTITLING CLASS AWARDS

Each Class:

Each dog earning a qualifying score will receive a maroon qualifying ribbon.Separate 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place ribbons will be awarded in each jump height for all classes.Title Rosettes will also be awarded for completion of AD,PD, AAD, APD, MAD, MPD, ADCH, PDCH and Lifetime Achievements.

Local Qualifier Grand Prix & Performance Grand Prix:

Regional Bye Vouchers to first place in each height class1st-4th placement ribbons in each jump height along with qualifying ribbons for qualifying scores.

Local Qualifier Steeplechase & Performance Speed Jumping:

1st-4th placement ribbons in each jump heightQualifying ribbons for qualifying scores. (there is no round two)

REGIONAL TOURNAMENT AWARDS

Regional Grand Prix & Performance Grand Prix and Regional Steeplechase & Speed JumpingRound 1:

1st-3rd placement ribbons in each jump heightQualifying ribbons for qualifying scores

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Round 2:

Regional Champion Trophy* awarded to 1st place in each jump height. Gold, silver, bronze medals* will be awarded to first through third place in each jump height.Special qualifying ribbons will be awarded for each qualifying score. Cynosport Bye Certificates awarded to those earning a Semifinalist Bye.

Go to view note for prize money payout chart (Steeplechase & Speed Jumping only).

 Team & Performance Versatility Pairs:

Regional Champion Trophy* to each member of the 1st place team/pair overall.Gold, Silver and Bronze medals* will be awarded to the first through third place team/pairs overall.Blue Rosettes for top team and pair ( consists of 2 mini dogs) (consists of 2 open dogs)

Masters Challenge & Performance Masters Challenge Biathlon Award:

Regional Champion Trophy* awarded to 1st place in each jump height.Gold, silver, bronze medals* are awarded to first through third in each jump height for Biathlon overall.

*Awards sponsored by USDAA.

 Hotel Information

Trapp Family Lodge 700 Trapp Hill Road Stowe, VT(800) 826-7000 (802) 253-8511

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The Mountaineer Inn at Stowe 3343 Mountain Road Stowe, VT

(802) 253-7525

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Innsbruck Inn at Stowe 4361 Mountain Road Stowe, VT(800) 225-8582 (802) 253-8582

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Northern Lights Lodge 4441 Mountain Road Stowe, VT(800) 448-4554 (802) 253-8541

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Gables Inn 1457 Mountain Road Stowe, VT

(802) 253-7730

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Commodores Inn 823 South Main Street Stowe, VT(800) 447-8693 (802) 253-7131

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Hob Knob Inn and Restaurant 2364 Mountain Road Stowe, VT

(802) 253-8549

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Gold Brook Campground 1900 Waterbury Road Stowe, VT

(802) 253-7683

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Mt. Mansfield Winter Academy 3576 Mountain Road Stowe, VT

(802) 454-0191

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Comfort Inn 56 Ralph Lehman Dr White River Junction, VT

(802) 295-3051

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Super 8 by Wyndham 442 North Hartland Rd White River Junction,

VT(802) 295-7577

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Stowe Cabins in the Woods 513 Cabin Lane Waterbury, VT

(866) 573-4235

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Direct # 802-244-8533 

Golden Eagle Resort 511 Mountain Rd Stowe, VT

(866) 573-4235

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Direct #802-253-4811 

Hilltop Inn Of VT 3472 Airport Rd Montpelier, VT

(866) 573-4235

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Direct # 802-229-5766 

Sun & Ski Inn and Suites 1613 Mountain Rd Stowe, VT

(866) 573-4235

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Direct # 802-253-7159 

Sonesta ES Suites 35 Hurricane Lane Williston, VT

(866) 573-4235

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Direct # 802-878-2001 

Other Lodging InformationThere are many options for lodging:

Check out www.AirBNB.com. They have numerous house and room options.Tent or RV Camping:  www.campvermont.comRV Rentals:  www.rvshare.com

Dry camping on site from June 15 - June 22 (Complete the RV/Camping Form included in the Test Schedule for this event.)

Rates:  $15.00 per night.Shade, grass, trails, river for swimming, kayaking, and such.  RV dumping will be available through the port-a-let service.  

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Tent/car camping $5.00 per night.

As always be sure your well behaved dogs are welcome when making your reservation.

Hotel PoliciesPlease Contact the hotels to CONFIRM their pet policies and please give PAWS your feedback on your stay.

Hotel Courtesies

ALL POOP IS TO BE PICKED UP   Bring a sheet to cover the beds Bring a towel to put under the water bowl and to dry your dogs if neededDO NOT LEAVE YOUR DOG ALONE IN THE ROOM AT ANY TIME

Things to Do in Vermonthttps://vacationidea.com/destinations/best-things-to-do-in-vermont.html

Hiking

https://www.alltrails.com/us/vermont

Dog Friendly Activities

https://www.bringfido.com/attraction/state/vermont/https://www.tripswithpets.com/pet-friendly-activities/all/united-states/Vermonthttps://www.gopetfriendly.com/activities/vermont/stowe/1.aspx

Dog Friendly Restaurants (outdoor seating)

https://www.yelp.com/search?find_desc=dog+friendly+restaurants&find_loc=Stowe%2C+VT+05672

 Other Information

FoodPlease check final confirmation for food vendor info

 

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 RV Information

 

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 General Agreement

1.1 - Consideration & Waiver of LiabilityIN CONSIDERATION OF the acceptance of this entry and the opportunity to participate and/or to be judged in the event on the dates to which this entry formapplies (the "Event"),I AGREE TO HOLD HARMLESS each of the parties listed below (including each of their members, officers, directors, agents andemployees), hereinafter collectively referred to as the "Event Organizers", from any claim for loss or injury that may be alleged to have been caused directlyor indirectly to any person or thing by the act of myself or the dog listed on the entry form while in or upon the event premises or grounds or near any entrancethereto - 

The Event's Organizing Committee The Event Organizer, being the USDAA Affiliated Group (or Groups) hosting or otherwise responsible for conduct of the event United States Dog Agility Association, Inc. ("USDAA"), World Cynosport Limited and affiliated companies Event Sponsors Property Owners of the premises upon which the event is held 

I FURTHER AGREE TO HOLD HARMLESS the Event Organizers from any claim for loss or injury of the dog listed on my entry form for the Event as a resultof disappearance, theft, death or other act, whether such loss or injury is caused or alleged to be caused for any reason, including negligence.I ASSUME ALLRESPONSIBILITY AND LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIMS REFERENCED IN THIS "GENERAL AGREEMENT", INCLUDING LEGAL FEES.

1.2 - Acknowledgment & Acceptance of RegulationsI ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND USDAA® Official Rules and Regulations and rules for competition (e.g., tournament rules)that relate to the Event, whether incorporated in this General Agreement by reference or as stipulated herein for the Event to which this entry form pertains. 

I ACCEPT AND AGREE TO ABIDE BY any and all rulings of the Organizing Committee (and its members), the Event's Disciplinary Action Committee and/orUSDAA relative to matters related to the Event. 

1.3 - Acknowledgment & Representation of AccuracyI ACKNOWLEDGE, REPRESENT AND WARRANT that the information supplied by me in the entry form is correct and complete. If any portion of thisinformation is found to be invalid or insufficient to establish the validity of my entry, such finding shall render my entry invalid in its entirety, for which thereshall be no refund of fees paid or other recourse against the Event Organizers. Any acceptance of additional information or corrections to information after theclosing date shall be at the sole discretion of the Event secretary.

1.4 - Representation of Ownership or AgencyI HEREBY REPRESENT AND WARRANT that I am the owner of the dog listed hereon, or that I have full authority from the dog's owner as their agent toenter the dog in competition and to assume their responsibilities for the care, custody and control of the dog for entry to the Event, and

I AGREE TO HOLD HARMLESS the Event Organizers listed in paragraph 1.1 from any liability or claims, including legal fees, related to such ownership oragency status. 

1.5 - Media Release, Grants & Waivers of Rights to Broadcast & PromoteCOMPETITOR HEREBY GRANTS TO USDAA and its affiliated companies, representatives, agents and assigns, all rights and permission to use orappropriate his/her and their dog's name, biography, likeness, photograph, voice, performing persona, or other indicia of identity for broadcast, telecast,cablecast, transmission or distribution in any format or media known now or in the future.

1.6 - Waiver of Rights to Privacy, Publicity & PersonalityFURTHER, COMPETITOR HEREBY RELEASES United States Dog Agility Association, Inc. and its affiliates, representatives, agents and assigns from anyclaim or cause of action for invasion of the rights of privacy, right of publicity, right of personality, or any similar right.

1.7 - Signature/Electronic Submission ExecutionTHROUGH MY PHYSICAL SIGNATURE ON THE PAPER ENTRY FORM, OR THROUGH MY SUBMISSION OF AN ELECTRONIC ENTRY TO THEEVENT, I ACKNOWLEDGE, ACCEPT AND AGREE TO ABIDE by the provisions of this General Agreement, and all policies, rules, regulations andconditions of entry to the Event

FURTHER, IF ENTRY IS FOR A MINOR, THROUGH MY PHYSICAL SIGNATURE ON THE PAPER ENTRY FORM, OR THROUGH MY SUBMISSION OFAN ELECTRONIC ENTRY TO THE EVENT, I REPRESENT AND WARRANT THAT I AM THE PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN OF THECOMPETITOR/HANDLER entered in the Event, and I ACKNOWLEDGE that I have reviewed all provisions of this General Agreement, policies, rules,regulations, and conditions of entry to the Event with the Minor and I SHALL BE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR ACTIONS AND COMPLIANCE WITHALL RULES, REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND PROVISIONS FOR THE EVENT, AND ASSUME FULL LIABILITY FOR MINOR'S ACTIONS AND ACTIONSOF THEIR DOG.

USDAA® Official Entry Form - Playing Agility With Style - Waterbury, VT

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USDAA® Official Entry Form - Playing Agility With Style - Waterbury, VT June 19 - 21, 2020 - Closing Date: Monday, June 1, 2020 

Return to: Valori Duff, 44 Lincoln Drive New Boston, NH 03070 - Make check payable to: Playing Agility With Style 

Dog and Handler Information

Dog's Call Name:  USDAA#:  Breed:  Height:  Birthdate: 

Address:  City, St/Pr/Region: 

Postal Code:  Day Phone:  Night Phone: 

Handler:  Email:   

Class Entry Information

Jump Height: Veteran:  4"   8"   12"   16" Championship:   10"   14"   16"   20"   22"   24"    Performance:    8"   12"   14"   16"   20"

If entering classes at DIFFERENT HEIGHTS in the SAME PROGRAM, submit a SEPARATE ENTRY FORM for each height class in that program.Friday. Jun 19, 2020 Veteran Championship Performance  $25.00 Tournament Qualifiers  Grand Prix of Dog Agility®  Performance Grand Prix

  $25.00 Tournament Qualifiers  Dog Agility Steeplechase®  Performance Speed Jumping

  $76.00 Tournament Qualifiers  Dog Agility Masters® Team   Versatility Pairs   Versatility Pairs list only one partner; if blank or incorrect, entry will be for draw team:    #1: Handler:  Dog:  USDAA#:  Jump Height: 

   #2: Handler:  Dog:  USDAA#:  Jump Height: 

   Team / Pair Name: 

  $12.00 Misc  Other Nonstandard Class - Championship Heights

  $12.00 Misc  Other Nonstandard Class - Performance HeightsSaturday. Jun 20, 2020 Veteran Championship Performance  $15.00 Standard    $15.00 Gamblers      MST  ADV  STR    PIII  PII  PI

  $15.00 Jumpers        ADV  STR      PII  PI

  $15.00 Snooker        ADV  STR      PII  PI

  $36.00 Tournament Qualifiers  Masters Challenge Biathlon®  Performance Challenge Biathlon

  $36.00 Regional    Steeplechase Regional  Performance Speed Jumping Regional

  $12.00 Misc  Other Nonstandard Class - Championship Heights

  $12.00 Misc  Other Nonstandard Class - Performance HeightsSunday. Jun 21, 2020 Veteran Championship Performance  $15.00 Standard      MST  ADV  STR    PIII  PII  PI

  $15.00 Gamblers      MST  ADV  STR    PIII  PII  PI

  $15.00 Jumpers      MST  ADV  STR    PIII  PII  PI

  $15.00 Snooker      MST  ADV  STR    PIII  PII  PI

  $36.00 Regional    Grand Prix Regional Semifinals  Perf. Grand Prix Regional Semifinals

  SUB-TOTAL  $40.00 Dog Registration (if not previously registered) - ATTACH SEPARATE FORM or Register Online  Discount (see footnote below for terms, if any discount is offered)

  Add my voluntary contribution of $1.00 or more to support USACS, a 501(c)(3) public charity.

  TOTAL FEES

GENERAL AGREEMENT ACCEPTANCE: Through my signature, I declare that I have read USDAA Official Rules & Regulations and the GeneralAgreement and the rules & conditions for entry set forth for this event in the Agility Test Schedule, and I acknowledge that I understand and agreeto abide by all such rules, regulations, policies and provisions stipulated therein, including any provisions incorporated by reference.

Signature:____________________________________________________ Date:___________________Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian, if a Minor:____________________________________________________ Date:___________________

Print & Sign Page 2This entry form is two pages. Print, complete and sign Page 2 for valid entry.

     ADV  STR      PII  PI

  $36.00 Regional    Grand Prix Regional FINALS (bye req'd)  Perf. Grand Prix Regional FINALS (bye req'd)

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Regional Qualification Information/Bitch In SeasonPRE-QUALIFICATION INFORMATION FOR REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS CLASSESA dog must be entered in EITHER Championship OR Performance tournaments based upon qualification throughout the year - see tournament rules.

Qualified for:  [_] Grand Prix   OR   [_] Perf. GP  at:   Event Group:________________________________  Date:_______________   Jump Ht: _______

        [_] Enclosed is a bye voucher & I have selected Round 2 on the entry form.   Pay for a single round only.  All dogs entered directly in Round 2 are              automatically entered in Round 1.  Regardless of results in Round 1 the dog will run in Round 2. 

Qualified for:  [_] Steeplechase [_] Speed Jumping at:  Event Group:_______________________________  Date: _________________  Jump Ht: _______

[_]  My dog has not qualified as of the closing date, but is entered in local qualifiers offered after closing OR at this event.  Enclose a separate check for each       class entered provisionally and indicate which class(es)w for:       [_] GP     [_] PGP      [_] STP      [_] PSJ    

[_]  My dog may be in season at this Regional.   

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USDAA® Official Dog Registration Form

DOG REGISTRATION - $40.00 FOR USDAA USE ONLY 

REG #  UJHP # 

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Dogs must be registered with USDAA in order to compete in USDAA sanctioned events. A registration card and number with a "U" prefix will be issued tofacilitate entry at USDAA events and tracking of show results in the regular classes. 

You must complete ALL information for a valid registration:

OWNER/HANDLER INFORMATION:

Primary Owner: _________________________________________________________________________________________ 

Name(s) to appear on awards:___________________________________________________________________________ 

Junior Handler: _____________________________________ DOB:_____________ Telephone: _____________________ 

Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________ 

City / State: _______________________________ Postal Code: ______________ Country: _____________________ 

Email Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________ 

DOG INFORMATION:

Formal Name: ___________________________________________________Call Name: _____________________________                               (Dog name to appear on certificates; please print clearly or type) 

Breed: __________________________________________ DOB: _____________________ Height @ Withers: ___________                (Specify breed or state "All American" to denote mix-breed)                               (Estimate if unknown)                                                          (To nearest 1/4") 

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