| We would like to invite you to join the Atlantshaf (Atlantic) Icelandic Sheepdog Chapter, currently encompassing the Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic states. Here we hope to provide area Icelandic Sheepdog owners with a network of fun like minded folks to organize to meet, compete and promote this fabulous breed. Events such as informal gatherings, meet the breed events, fun matches and the eventual AKC sponsored conformation, obedience, rally and agility matches will be planned. These events are not just geared towards the performance dog or the show dog but also our wonderful pets. Many activities will be planned so all dogs will be included regardless of whether they are altered or intact or level of obedience skills for fun for the whole family. Membership: Any Icelandic Sheepdog owner who is a member of the ISAA in good standing is welcome to join. There is a $10.00 annual fee per household which include a quarterly e- newsletter, discounted entry fees. The AISC adheres to the bylaws and code of ethics of the ISAA. If you would like to join the Atlantshaf Icelandic Sheepdog Chapter please contact Jo-Ann Secondino who is co-ordinating these efforts at e-mail First Event 2007: The AISC is happy to announce that our first fun match was held on June 10th in Turbridge, Vt. Along with enjoying the New England countryside, lots of good food and plenty of Icelandic Sheepdogs to keep you company there was a conformation event open to all with an AKC judge present to officiate. Ribbons were awarded and great raffle items were bid on by everyone. Second Event 2007: The AISC hosted a fun match in Hagerstown, Md. on August 25th . There was lots of fun competitions for all levels of obedience and a conformation event with an AKC judge present. Ribbons were awarded and more great raffle items won. There were 45 dogs present, making this the largest gathering of our fuzzy butts, to date, in the USA. Many Thanks to those who help make this event such a success. Also Thanks to everyone who took the time to come and play with us all. Third Event 2008: While everybody is gearing up and getting excited about conformation and performance events, I'd like to announce the AISC's planned Gathering. We are still pulling it together but ISAA and AISC members Mary Claire and Leo Johnston have generously offered to host our 2nd Annual Gathering at Fogles Dog training Center near Altoona, PA. We have our Conformation judge, he's an approved AKC Misc. class judge whose past assignments have been several other Spitz type breeds, we are sponsoring a CGC and we hope to do TDI in connection with it. There will be an "Agility 101 demo" given by Lois and a few other exciting things in the works. Below is just a little bit about our new Gathering location New Event Planned for 2008 Atlantshaf Icelandic Sheepdog Chapter Fun Match August 8th, 9th, and 10th, 2008 Fogle’s Dog Training and Boarding Center 865 Mark Hannah Road Ashville, PA 16613 Nestled in the mountains of Central Pennsylvania is a treasure beyond compare for dogs and their owners. It is Fogle’s Dog Training Center and Boarding Facility. This facility is a comprehensive complex that has everything that dog lovers and their pets could desire. It is a place where pets and owners can relax, romp, socialize as well as receive instruction, compete in competitions and advance their knowledge in all areas of pet ownership. This complex must be seen to be appreciated. It sits in the forested rolling hills of central PA on 150 acres. The complex consists of a large indoor training arena complete with padded heated floors and a large indoor heated swimming pool for pooch and owner use. Additionally, the property contains a one acre fenced agility field with an adjacent one acre fenced dog park. The dog park is complete with a picnic area with benches, water, and every accommodation. Under development up the road from the main complex is “the Meadow” which is suitable for endless star gazing and camping. Spending a warm summer night under the stars with your best pooch companion can’t be beat! Lois Fogle and her husband, George are the owners of this deluxe complex and are eager to host our Icelandic Event. Both Lois and George have their “Masters in Hospitality” but it is Lois who is the Certified Master Instructor. The Fogle’s have offered to assist us in putting together both a fun filled and educational event. Quality Inn Altoona qualityinnaltoona.com 2915 Pleasant Valley Blvd Altoona, PA 16602 (814) 944-4581 Get directions Mention Icelandic Fun Match for the $79.99 Rate Fogle’s Dog Park Camp On-Site No Electric or Hook-Ups Prince Gallitzin State Park 966 Marina Road Patton, PA 16668-6317 814-674-1000 Manager: Dan Bickel Web Address: www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/princegallitzin.aspx E-Mail: princegallitzinsp@state.pa.us Tentative schedule for AISC Gathering at Ashville, PA – August 8, 9, 10 FRIDAY – August 8 6 PM – 9 PM Social Meet & Greet – Banquet Room Quality Inn SATURDAY – August 9 9 AM – 11 AM Registration for Conformation Fun Match 9:30 AM – 11 AM Introduction to Agility – Instructor - Lois Fogel The Introduction to Agility will be geared toward puppies as well as adult dogs. i.e. low jumps and tunnels for the puppies. 11 AM – 3 PM Canine Good Citizen (CGC) and Therapy Dog International (TDI) Certification - Testing by AKC Certified Tester, Evie Stackhouse. $15 fee for either AKC CGC or TDI Certification. $25 fee if CGC & TDI tests are taken together.. CGC Testing: www.akc.org/events/cgc/training_testing.cfm. TDI Testing: http://www.tdi-dog.org/tditesting.html 11 AM – 12 PM Conformation 101 – Taught by AKC Judge. Mark Kennedy 12 PM – 1 PM Lunch Break 1 PM – 3 PM Conformation Fun Match – AKC Judge Mark Kennedy 3 PM – 4 PM Drawings for Raffle Items 4 PM – 5 PM Agility Practice Time 5 PM - ? Free Time on your own: Dinner/Relax/Socialize/Swim/Hike 6 PM – 9 PM Banquet room at Quality Inn available for socializing. SUNDAY – August 10 9 AM – 11 AM Agility Fun Match - Lois Fogel |
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