Water Training - 2012
This summer we will be returning to the training format of combining beginning and advanced training on the same day. Joyce Butler will be returning as the training coordinator with help from the regular crew of assistants. This means that advanced training will be held in the morning on our training days followed by the beginners. We would encourage all to turn out for at least some of the morning session to see what is involved in training for NCA Water Rescue tests.
(Donations are accepted to defray the cost of renting the facilities)
Remember, you must bring the following safety equipment for each person that will be going into the water with their dog. If you don't have training equipment, bring your dog and some type of shoe to wear in the water and we will show you what you need and you should be able to borrow a life vest for the day.
Spectators are welcome. Children are not allowed in the water unless training a dog and must be over the age of 10 and supervised by an adult. If more than one person is in the water with the dog, each must have safety equipment:
- Personal flotation device - a life jacket that is properly sized to the individual.
- Appropriate footwear - we cannot guarantee what will be on the beach or in the water as the training area is also a popular fishing site. Flipflops are not acceptable.
- Leash and collar for the dog - we recommend that you get an inexpensive leash that you don't mind getting wet.
Other items that might prove useful.
- Water for your dog and family. Even if the weather is cool, your dog will need lots of clean water to drink. Although your dog may drink from the lake, if they have fresh water, they will probably spend less time drinking lake water.
- Training equipment and dog treats or toys that you will use during training
- Towels to dry both you and your dog before you get back in the car
- Lunch or snacks if you plan on spending the day or just need some additional nurishment
Just a NOTE: If you get a chance to voice your opinion regarding the facilities and operation of the Pennsylvania or Ohio Lake Pymatuning State Parks to your state representatives, please put in a good word. A lot of states are making significant cuts in the budgets of the Departments responsible for operation of the state park system. We have heard multiple stories of dog events being denied access because of these limited budgets. Arizona outsourced their park operation to organizations that did not understand the requirements and that have since gone bankrupt, causing the parks to be closed. Please support our ability to hold these training sessions and events by being vocal with your state legislators.
June 10, 16, 24, 30, 2012 July 8, 14, 22, 2012 