NCBCC News and Updates
March 17th, 2024
Sunshine and Spring Wishes
The weather is slowly warming and the days are finally getting longer! NCBCC has a few exciting events and announcements enclosed for you.
Logowear Opportunity
Using our incredible NCBCC logo, you have the opportunity to add to your wardrobe—sweatshirts and t-shirts are available in a variety of colors. Orders will be open until March 31st with and estimated delivery of April 16th—just in time for our April specialty!
Use this link to view options and place your order: https://www.customink.com/g/kvm0-00cu-ttpe
Rally Event Reminder
Rally Training Event
FREE to all NCBCC members and their Beardies and other owned breeds; $10 fee for Bearded Collie nonmembers.
Three member-coached practice rings. Includes Rally Instruction for Newbies plus
cones and jumps practice!
Two rings will be configured with courses from AKC’s Virtual Rally Program – Novice and Excellent – with an option to record runs on the member’s smartphone for submission to AKC.
Rally courses to change during the event.
Your Coaches:
Linda Porter
Lynne Corn
Tony Vallone
Leashes and flat collars are required. Bring a soft or hard crate and lots of treats!
You may bring more than one dog.
Club will supply water –bring your snacks
If you plan to attend, please respond to Tony Vallone at tjvallone@verizon.net by March 24.
There is a 30-dog limit. We will send additional info to all who register.
Saturday, Mar 30, 2024, 10:00 AM
Catoctin Kennel Club, Rock Hall Road, Point of Rocks, MD, USA
April Specialty Updates
NCBCC Specialty Weekend
Join us for the NCBCC Specialty weekend April 19-21, 2024 in Timonium, Maryland.
We’re once again making the Cherry Blossom Cluster a blockbuster beardie weekend, but supersizing our show with 3 specialties, including 3 puppy and veteran sweepstakes shows over 3 days. This year, we’re adding a special event offering Beginner puppy (BPUP) for our 4-6 month exhibitors!
Friday NCBCC Independent Specialty
Puppy & Veteran Sweepstakes - Julie Patzius (Lakewood)
Regular classes and BPUP - Shane Flint (UK - SandyTrail)
Saturday - BCKC Designated Specialty
Puppy & Veteran Sweepstakes - Lonnie Smith
Regular Classes - Alice Bixler (Bedlam)
Sunday BCKC Designated Specialty
Puppy & Veteran Sweepstakes - Pat Sherwood
Regular classes - Kevin Young (UK - Sunkap)
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Friday, Apr 19, 2024, 08:30 AM
Cow Palace, York Road, Timonium, MD, USA
Specialty Weekend Premium Lists
Friday: https://pdf.infodog.com/prm/088/prm088.pdf
Saturday & Sunday: https://pdf.infodog.com/prm/077/prm077.pdf
Grooming Space and Friday Lunches
Need to reserve grooming space for the Friday specialty? Email Laura at ncbccpresident@gmail.com with your name and number of crates and tables by April 4th.
Want to order lunch? Fill out this google form and you will receive an invoice.
