ORIGINALLY:
January 29, 2023 TDX Tracking Test
CANCELLED/POSTPONED/RESCHEDULED DUE TO SHEEP
ACTUAL:
From Sandra Zajkowski.
On July 9th we held:
• ACT 1 and 2 show
• Barbecue – Kudos to Liz Smith for coordinating
• Learned about the history of TRACS Tracking program and watched a video demonstrating dogs tracking – thanks Sue Larson and Cathy Beam for sharing your enthusiasm for this event
• Fun Runs
I had a number of people who came up after the ACT classes and again in the afternoon before they left and complemented the club on how this day was run and appreciated the chance to earn ACT certificates – I also enjoyed reading a number of happy facebook posts and photos showing the awesome ribbons won.
Carrie DeYoung from AKC spent most of the morning watching people run and interviewing various entrants for an article – she took a number of photos so keep an eye out for when the article comes out. She interviewed a number of youth that were showing in the ACT classes and shared her experiences with the various 4H agility programs throughout the USA. El Dorado County 4H helped throughout the day as they have done at various TRACS shows.
Carrie stated she believes this was the first ACT show in California and about the 20th nationwide
Terry LeClair not only donated the field and equipment he was also the ACT Evaluator.
Colton Meyer manned the gate for both ACT and Fun Runs – thank you
In the afternoon people had their choice of so many full courses that they could choose from or like me, winged it to work on specific items.
For those into numbers, this day had
• 61 Act runs
• 86 Fun runs
Resulting in:
Gross Income $1,170
expenses (AKC fees) $ 305
net profit $ 855
This day replaced the AKC show previously held at State Fair by TRACS and Sacramento Dog Training Club, where the profit was donated each year. In 2015 it was reported in the December minutes that the combined profit was $1,436.70 which would mean that $718.35 would be applicable to TRACS. It is nice to realize that this day maintained our contribution reputation.
Looking forward to holding our “Second Annual” day next year.
Sunday, January 25, 2015, Mather Regional Park – The first track was laid at 7:10 am in soupy
fog that challenged the abilities of the tracklayers. Fortunately the fog burned off sufficiently to
start the test on time about 30 minutes later. The day remained overcast with a slight wind and
temperatures in the 40’s. Thanks to the heavy rains in November and December, the fields
were in excellent tracking condition.
The draw for running order was held at 7:15 am, and the first team was in the field and ready to
go at 7:40. The judges and chief tracklayer ran an efficient and organized test; the tracks were
fair and fun. The test ended with six handler/dog teams earning TD’s. Congratulations to the
following teams:
Francis Keays and Rottweiler Mistyridge’s La Belle Aurore
Gwyndean Candelaria and Bernese Mountain Dog Blackcoral Ocean Sunset
Linda Alexander and German Shepherd Dog Amazing Thor Von Alexander
Julia Priest and German Shepherd Dog Agilquest U R Being Watched Von Sontausen
Heather McDowall and Golden Retriever Sunfires Shiny Trinket
Patty Nicholas and Border Collie Kit Kat Gimme A Break
The two teams that didn’t pass today performed well but made mistakes that brought the
whistle. They are sure to track another day and earn their titles.
Our judges this weekend were Bob Rollins and Kamrin MacKnight. It was a pleasure working
with them. They were pleasant and respectful of both workers and handlers.
A TD test wouldn’t be possible without the volunteers who come out and support the sport.
Thank you so much to the following workers:
Test Secretary – Jean Schafer
Chief Tracklayer – Sharon Prassa
Hospitality – Cathy Beam
Tracklayers: Cathy Beam, Sue Larson, Penny Larson, Meg Azevedo, Colton Meyer
Driver: Colton Meyer
Results for the September 2014 USDAA trial at Woodland can be found under the Events tab.
All information related to TRACS Spring 2014 agility trials is posted under the EVENTS tab on the website.
Starting end of January, USDAA is raising the cost to register a new dog IF DONE VIA A TRIAL ENTRY. As you all know, a new dog can be registered with USDAA at the same time as they enter their first trial. However, now owners will be charged a small premium for doing it that way. Starting end of the month, USDAA’s fees for new registrations will be:
- $25 if done with a trial entry
- $20 if done directly online by the owner, using the USDAA competitor services link, prior to sending in the dog’s first trial entry.
Note that doing it online gives you your new reg number immediately, right on the spot. You do not need to have a paid USDAA subscriber subscription, but you do need to have a (free) USDAA subscriber account. All explained under the www.usdaa.com competitor services link, and get back to me if there’s anything I can try to help clear up.
From Linda Greene
Check out the updated selection of jackets, hoodies, 1/4-zip sweatshirts, and more on the TRACS website: https://www.agiltracs.org/store/ to find out how you can round out your Fall/Winter agility wardrobe for as little as $10! (Note that the same information is available in the catalog pdf attachment)
Pricing includes an embroidered TRACS logo. For items you might leave at ringside, consider personalizing it with your name (or your dog’s) for only $2.50. If you want make our club really visible, a large (8″ x 3 1/2″) TRACS logo can be added to the back of most outerwear for an additional $15.
To place an order, download and print the form on the store page or use the attached pdf file. Orders and payment must be postmarked by Friday, October 19th.
Orders will be available for pickup at the SDTC Thanksgiving trial or at our December trial.
I’ll be happy to answer any questions and take requests for future clothing selections.
Linda
The entry for our October 2012 Variable Surface Tracking (VST) test is now available. Download it here (it’s a pdf)!
The VST test will be held October 28, 2012 at Sacramento State University and Cosumnes River College. Judges are Carol Pernicka and Marge Schultz.
Questions? Contact the test secretary, Jean Schafer.
TRACS President Susan Cochran (right) and CASF’s Dr. Cindi Delany (left)
Two Rivers Agility Club of Sacramento recently donated $2,500.00 to a local animal rescue organization “California Animal Shelter Friends Inc.” This shelter is owned and operated by one of our area’s agility competitors and veterinarian. Dr. Cindi Delany is the founder and heart behind this rescue organization. She currently competes in agility with two rescue Border Collies which she adopted through CASF.
As a non-profit organization, TRACS is very dedicated to giving back to our community and those in need. Every year we makes donations to worthy causes in hopes to change the lives of less fortunate animals and/or animals in need. We are delighted to have been able to make a difference in CASF through our donation.
Submitted by Susan Cochran, TRACS President
TRACS pulled off another wonderful USDAA agility trial this past weekend. Even though the temperatures soared a nice breeze billowed through the field and the trial went on without a hitch. This was our first trial for this June date. I do believe it is a keeper! I would like to thank everyone who came out and joined in making this trial super fun for all the exhibitors. TRACS really does put on the best trials ever! A special thanks to all the key workers who were responsible for all the variety of duties and details of the trial and who all did such a spectacular job. Everyone was great. Also a special thanks for those who just came out and worked – class after class or for set up or tear down. Your help was so much appreciated. If you were not able to join us this past weekend, I hope you will consider joining us for our next USDAA trial in September!
So until September, I hope to see you around some trials!
Susan
Trial Chair