12/03/2024
Last week was a busy week for SWCSD! Starting on Sunday March 3rd, we hosted an Intro to Scent Work Bootcamp, aimed at providing new teams the equipment and basic skills to get started in AKC Scent Work. We look forward to hosting future Bootcamps regularly that are open to the public!
On Monday March 4th, we had a virtual General Members meeting - we kept the "business" portion of the meeting short so that we had plenty of time for a Mini-Virtual Seminar by our Secretary and long-time exhibitor, Aly Deines, on "What To Know Before You Show".
On Thursday March 7th, we had a fantastic Drop-In Scent Work Practice for members at Harry Griffen park, led by Sally, Bob, and Kay. We had Exteriors, Buried, and Container searches from the Novice through Master level! Around 20 dog-handler teams were challenged with damp, smelly grass, searches in real picnic areas, swirling winds, sun/shade challenges, and a whole new environment. Lots of great practice and learning experience, especially for a few of our members who competed at the SWC San Gabriel Foothills trial the following weekend!
Finally, on the following Sunday March 10th, we had a special Board Meeting to discuss a proposed class/drop-in location, as well as finalize our AKC licensing application, which was submitted to the AKC Scent Work Field Representative the next day!
SWCSD has been floored by the interest we've received so far and how lovely our community is already turning out to be. We look forward to re-opening new member applications shortly! In the meantime, please email [email protected] if you'd like to be added to our waitlist!