TENNESSEE TERRIER OLYMPICS

JACK RUSSELL TERRIER TRIAL I AND II

June 6 & 7, 2009

Sanctioned by:  The Jack Russell Terrier Club of America, Inc.

"Exhibitors and owners of terriers entered must be current JRTCA members"

APPALACHIAN FAIRGROUNDS

GRAY, TENNESSEE

Agenda Saturday & Sunday

Welcome to the Tennessee Terrier Olympics 2009

• Ø Our goal is to provide terrier owners an opportunity to gather and share in their mutual interest -these great little dogs known as Jack Russell Terriers and their colored terrier cousins.
• Ø We hope all who attend will enjoy the events and companionship, and leave with a little more knowledge and appreciation of our canine friends.
• Ø Please note pre-entries are REQUIRED for racing.
• Ø Please review trial rules and class times carefully. Every effort was made to schedule classes so you may enter as many events as possible. It is your responsibility to be aware of scheduled classes, in each division, and to be on time for every class. The committee will not be responsible for conflicts that may occur, and classes WILL NOT be held up due to conflicts between events. Please review the class list and agenda and plan your classes accordingly!
• Ø No puppy sales allowed at the trial site.
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General Rules For Exhibitors

• 1) All sanctioned classes are open to Jack Russell Terriers only.
• 2) Exhibitors or owners of terriers entered in sanctioned events must be current JRTCA members, and MUST not be a member of a conflicting JRT organization or register their JRT's in any all-breed registry or conflicting JRT organization registry. If exhibitor is found to be in violation of this policy, entry will be disqualified and no refunds given. If violation is confirmed after the trial, placements will be voided from all JRTCA records. Exhibitors must submit a completed entry form including a signed waiver for every trial they enter.
• 3) Entries must be within 10-15" JRTCA height standard for all sanctioned classes (with the exception of pups who have not yet met the 10" height standard). Measuring devices will be available on the trial grounds.
• 4) Puppies (under 12 months of age) are not eligible for championship in any division but their own. Puppies are eligible to compete only if they have reached their four month birthday (not 16 weeks). A puppy's age is the actual age the pup is on the day of the trial.
• 5) Bitches in season may not compete in any division. Pre-entry fees of bitches in season will be refunded with a veterinarian certificate from the owner or as otherwise agreed upon by the Trial chairperson.
• 6) Spayed or neutered terriers may compete in Miscellaneous Conformation. They may no compete in Puppy, Family, Open or Working Conformation.
• 7) A terrier bred by a Sanctioned JRTCA judge may not be shown under the Judge in the conformation division.
• 8) Terriers owned or co-owned by the Trial Chairperson, or any member in their household may not be entered in any phase of the competition with the exception of the Child and Youth Handling classes.
• 9) Terriers owned by judges may not be entered in the division in which they are judging, but may be entered the competition in any other division.
• 10) Terriers owned by stewards may be entered in any division provided they find a substitute to perform their duties or have someone else show their terriers.
• 11) Requests fro the measurement of a TERRIER BEING SHOWN IN ANY CLASS MAY BE MADE ONLY BY ANOTHER EXHIBITOR IN THAT CLASS, OR BY THE JUDGE. These measurements will be considered the official height of the terrier in question. Requests made by spectators will not be honored. Only JRTCA height cards issued after September 1999 will be honored.
• 12) Excessive use of squeaky or fur-like baiting devices by exhibitors is prohibited in the conformation ring and may result in the exhibitor being excused from the class. "Excessive use" will be at the judge's discretion.
• 13) Exhibitors participating in the JRTCA working Terrier classes or Certificate Go-to-Ground must submit appropriate JRTCA certificates with pre-entries or at the time of post-entry. The Judge may require a copy of the certificate be presented to the Ring/Den steward at the time of judging. Registered terriers may submit a copy of NHC application signed by a JRTCA Working judge within 30 days of the date it was issued.
• 14) Puppies under the age of three months are not permitted on the trial grounds. Any person violating this rule will be excused from all classes entered, and asked to leave the trial site.
• 15) All dogs must be leashed or crated except when competition requires off leash work. No liberty leashes allowed.
• 16) Overly aggressive dogs, or an owner's failure to control their dog, may result in disqualification at the discretion of the Judges or Trial Chairperson
• 17) The abuse of dogs or severe disciplining of dogs on the trial grounds is prohibited. Anyone demonstrating such behavior will be asked to leave the trial site and no entry fees will be refunded.
• 18) Dogs, other than JRT's, on the grounds may be excluded or permitted at the discretion of the Trial chairperson.
• 19) Exhibitors are responsible to double check the classes they have entered and be on time. No refunds will be given for missed classes.
• 20) The owner/handler of a terrier entering any class does so at his/her own risk and agrees to abide by the rules of the JRTCA and the trial A copy of the JRTCA rule Book can be obtained by contacting the JRTCA office [(410)561-3655] or downloaded from the JRTCA WEBSITE (http://www.terriers.com/).
• 21) Unsportsmanlike conduct, or the use of foul and abusive language, will not be tolerated. Anyone demonstrating such conduct will be asked to leave the trial site and no entry fees will be refunded. In addition, such conduct will be subject to penalties which may include the suspension of membership, restriction from entering the JRTCA National Trial, and/or fines.
• 22) Trial Chairpersons have the right to refuse any entry at their sole and absolute discretion.
• 23) THE JUDGES DECSIONS CONCERNING PLACEMENT ARE FINAL IN ALL DIVISIONS!

DIVISION A - RACING

SECTION 1:  Flat Racing

• 01 Pups, up to 6 months (non-sanctioned)
• 02 Shorties, 1 year and over. Under 10" (non-sanctioned)
• 03 Senior, 9 years and over. 10 to 12 ½"
• 04 Senior, 9 years and over. 12 ½" to 15"
• 05 Pups 6-9 Months. Up to 12 ½"
• 06 Pups 6-9 Months. Over 12 ½" to 15"
• 07 Pups 9-12 Months. Up to 12 ½"
• 08 Pups 9-12 Months. Over 12 ½" to 15"
• 09 Dogs 1 Year and Over. 10" up to 12 ½"
• 10 Dogs 1 Year and Over. Over 12 ½" to 15"
• 11 Bitches 1 Year and Over. 10" up to 12 ½"
• 12 Bitches 1 Year and Over. Over 12 ½" to 15"
• 13 Veteran Dogs 6 Years and Over. 10" up to 12½"
• 14 Veteran Dogs 6 Years and Over. Over 12½" to 15"
• 15 Veteran Bitches 6 Years and Over. 10" up to 12½"
• 16 Veteran Bitches 6 Years and Over. Over 12½" to 15"

SECTION 2:  Steeplechase Races

(Pups & Shorties over low hurdles, up to 8")

• 17 Pups, up to 6 months (non-sanctioned)
• 18 Shorties, 1 year and over. Under 10" (non-sanctioned)
• 19 Senior, 9 years and over. 10 to 12 ½"
• 20 Senior, 9 years and over. 12 ½" to 15"
• 21 Pups 6-9 Months. Up to 12 ½"
• 22 Pups 6-9 Months. Over 12 ½" to 15"
• 23 Pups 9-12 Months. Up to 12 ½"
• 24 Pups 9-12 Months. Over 12 ½" to 15"
• 25 Up to 12 ½" Puppy Championship. Open to 1^st place winners of Classes 5, 7, 21, & 23. No Entry Fee.
• 26 Over 12 ½" to 15" Puppy Championship. Open to 1^st place winners of Classes 6, 8, 22, & 24. No Entry Fee.
• 27 Senior, 9 years and over.Championship 10 to 12 ½" Open to 1^st place winners of Classes 3 and 19

•28    Senior, 9 years and over Championship..12 ½" to 15"  Open to 1^st place winners of Classes 4 and 20

(Over higher hurdles, over 8")

• 29 Dogs 1 Year and Over. 10" up to 12 ½"
• 30 Dogs 1 Year and Over. Over 12 ½" to 15"
• 31 Bitches 1 Year and Over. 10" up to 12 ½"
• 32 Bitches 1 Year and Over. Over 12 ½" to 15"
• 33 Veteran Dogs 6 Years and Over. 10" up to 12 ½"
• 34 Veteran Dogs 6 Years and Over. Over 12 ½" to 15"
• 35 Veteran Bitches 6 Years and Over. 10" up to 12 ½"
• 36 Veteran Bitches 6 Years and Over. Over 12 ½" to 15"
• 37 10" Up to 12 ½" Adult Championship. Open to 1^st place winners of Classes 9, 11, 29, & 31. No Entry Fee.
• 38 Over 12 ½" to 15" Adult Championship. Open to 1^st place winners of Classes 10, 12, 30, & 32 . No Entry Fee.
• 39 10" Up to 12 ½" Veteran Championship. Open to 1^st place winners of Classes 13, 15, 33 & 35. No Entry Fee.
• 40 Over 12 ½" to 15" Veteran Championship. Open to 1^st place winners of Classes 14, 16, 34, & 36. No Entry Fee.

Adult Stakes Races (Non-sanctioned), winnings will be divided by 1^st -40%, 2d-20%, 3d-15%, 4^th-10%.  Fee $15.

• 41 Adults, 1 year & older 10 up to 12 ½"
• 42 Adults, 1 year & older, Over 12 ½" up to 15"

DIVISION B - YOUTH

All exhibitors in the Youth division must be current JRTCA members, either under Family membership or under an individual Youth membership....For more comprehensive rules, see GENERAL RULES FOR EXIBITORS.

• 43 Child Handler ...Open to any youth aged 5 through 9, handling a Jack Russell Terrier, 6 months of age or older. Judged on the child's knowledge of the Jack Russell and ability to present his/her dog (may be an adult dog or 6-12 month terrier). Quality of the dog NOT to be considered. To be held in the Conformation before 4 to Month Puppy conformation. Immediately after completion of racing).
• 44 Youth Handler ...Open to any youth aged 10 through 16 handling a Jack Russell Terrier. Judged on the youth's knowledge of the Jack Russell and ability to present his or her dog. Quality of the dogs is NOT to be considered. Terrier must be an adult dog) To be held in the Conformation Ring after Child Handler.
• 45 Youth Working Judge's Choice. Open to any youth handler aged 10-16. Judged on the youth's knowledge of hunting and the working terrier, and ability to answer questions presented by a JRTCA Working Judge; no terrier to accompany handler in class. "Optional."
• 46 Youth Handler - G-T-G ...Open to any youth aged 10 through 16 handling a Jack Russell Terrier (Must be same adult terrier as handled in Youth Handler Class unless dog has become injured or ill). Judged on the youth's ability to present his or her dog and knowledge of Go-to-Ground. To be run through the 10 foot novice tunnel; time or terrier's performance not to be considered.
• 47 YOUTH HANDLER HIGH SCORE & RESERVE. ...Awarded to the highest scoring youth and runner-up in classes 44, 45 & 46. The points are awarded as follows: 1^st= 8 points, 2^nd=6 points, 3^rd= 5 points, 4^th= 4 points, 5^th = 3 points, 6^th= 2 points and participation = 1 point. No entry fee.

Taking a Break from Conformation for Racing Ribbon Presentation

DIVISION C - CONFORMATION

SECTION 1.  4-6 Month Puppy Conformation

• 48 Dog Pups, 4 up to 6 months, smooth
• 49 Dog pups, 4 up to 6 months, rough and broken
• 50 Bitch pups, 4 up to 6 months, smooth
• 51 Bitch pups, 4 up to 6 months, rough and broken
• 52 Best 4-6 Month Puppy & Reserve. Open to 1^st and 2^nd place winners of classes 48 through 51. No entry fee.

SECTION 2.  6-12 Month Puppy Conformation

• 53 Dog Pups, 6 up to 9 months, smooth
• 54 Dog Pups, 6 up to 9 months, rough/broken
• 55 Dog Pups, 9 up to 12 months, smooth
• 56 Dog Pups, 9 up to 12 months, rough/broken
• 57 Best 6-12 Month Dog Pup & Reserve. Open to 1^st & 2^nd place winners of classes 53 through 56. No entry fee.
• 58 Bitch Pups, 6 up to 9 months, smooth
• 59 Bitch Pups, 6 up to 9 months, rough/broken
• 60 Bitch Pups, 9 up to 12 months, smooth
• 61 Bitch Pups, 9 up to 12 months, rough/broken
• 62 Best 6-12 Month Bitch Pup & Reserve. Open to 1^st & 2^nd place winners of classes 58 through 61 No entry fee.
• 63 PUPPY CONFORMATION CHAMPIONSHIP. Open to 1^st and 2^nd Place winners of Classes 57 and 62. No entry fee.

SECTION 3.  JRTCA Working Terrier Conformation

            Open to any JRTCA registered terrier owned by a JRTCA ember which holds a JRTCA Natural Hunting Certificate.  Terriers entering the Working section may NOT cross-enter into Open Section or Working Section.

• 64 BRONZE MEDALLION Dog. Open to any dog that has earned the JRTCA Bronze Medallion for Special Merit in the Field.
• 65 Working Terrier Dog, 10 up to 12 ½" smooth
• 66 Working Terrier Dog, 10 up to 12 ½", rough/broken
• 67 Working Terrier Dog, Over 12 ½" up to 15" smooth
• 68 Working Terrier Dog, Over 12 ½" up to 15", rough/broken
• 69 Best Working Terrier Dog & Reserve. Open to 1^st and 2^nd place winners of classes 64 through 68. No entry fee.
• 70 BRONZE MEDALLION Bitch. Open to any bitch that has earned the JRTCA Bronze Medallion for Special Merit in the Field.
• 71 Working Terrier Bitch, 10 up to 12 ½" smooth
• 72 Working Terrier Bitch, 10 up to 12 ½", rough/broken
• 73 Working Terrier Bitch, Over 12 ½" up to 15" smooth
• 74 Working Terrier Bitch, Over 12 ½" up to 15", rough/broken
• 75 Best Working Terrier Bitch & Reserve. Open to 1^st and 2^nd place winners of classes 70 through 74. No entry fee.

•76    JRTCA WORKING TERRIER CONFORMATION CHAMPION & RESERVE.  Open to 1^st and 2^nd place winners of classes 69 and 75.  No entry fee.

Section 4.  Miscellaneous:  Open to any adult JRT including those spayed & neutered.   Judged on breed standard unless otherwise noted.

• 77 Spay/Neutered Working Terrier Class. Open to any adult spayed/neutered Jack Russell Terrier that holds a JRTCA Natural Hunting Certificate.
• 78 Spayed/Neutered 6-12 Month Puppies. Open to any puppy aged 6 up to 12 months that has been spayed/neutered.
• 79 Novice. Open to any adult Jack Russell Terrier that has never placed 1^st through 4^th in an adult regular or in any novice conformation class, at this or ANY prior sanctioned trial.
• 80 Neutered Dog/Spayed Bitch.
• 81 Veteran Terrier. Open to any Jack Russell Terrier 6 years or older. Judged on breed standard and condition of the dog. Entrants spayed or altered for health reasons will not be penalized.
• 82 Senior Veteran. Open to any Jack Russell Terrier 10 years or older. Judged on the Breed Standard and condition of the dog. Terriers may be spayed or altered (non-sanctioned).
• 83 Man's Best Friend. (Non-sanctioned) Open to any Jack Russell Terrier. Judged on companionship, cuteness, personality, obedience and tricks. Not be judged on breed standard.
• 84 Shorties. Open to any Jack Russell Terrier under 10" (non-sanctioned).

Suitability "Judges Choice."  Open to any adult JRT, including those which have been spayed/neutered.  The dog/bitch the Judge would choose to take hunting to each quarry listed below.  "Optional."

• 85 Suitability to Red Fox
• 86 Suitability to Raccoon/Badger
• 87 Suitability to Groundhog

SECTION 5  Open Adult Conformation

• 88 Bred by Exhibitor Dog. Open to any adult Jack Russell Terrier dog owned and bred by the exhibitor; must be handled by the breeder under whose kennel prefix the terrier is registered or member of the breeder's immediate family.
• 89 Dogs 1 year and older, 10" up to 12 ½", smooth
• 90 Dogs 1 year and older, 10" up to 12 ½", rough/broken
• 91 Dogs 1 year and older, Over 12 ½" up to 15", smooth
• 92 Dogs 1 year and older, Over 12 ½" up to 15", rough/broken
• 93 Best Open Dog & Reserve Open to 1^st and 2^nd place winners of Classes 88 through 92 above. No entry fee.
• 94 Bred by Exhibitor Bitch. Open to any adult Jack Russell Terrier bitch owned and bred by the exhibitor; must be handled by the breeder under whose kennel prefix the terrier is registered or member of the breeder's immediate family.
• 95 Bitches 1 year and older, 10" up to 12 ½", smooth
• 96 Bitches 1 year and older, 10" up to 12 ½", rough/broken
• 97 Bitches 1 year and older, Over 12 ½" up to 15", smooth
• 98 Bitches 1 year and older, Over 12 ½" up to 15", rough/broken
• 99 Best Open Bitch & Reserve Open to 1^st and 2^nd place winners of Classes 94 through 98 above. No entry fee.

•100Best Open Terrier & Reserve  Open to 1^st & 2^nd place winners of classes 93 & 99 above.  No entry fee.

DIVISION D -  GO-TO-GROUND  Classes are open to all terrier breeds that can fit in a 9" hole.  Terriers that complete in Novice classes may move up to the Open class on the same day upon payment of entry fee.

•101Pre-Novice Puppy  Open to JRT pups 4-6 months.  Entry in Pre-Novice class does not affect pup's eligibility to enter Novice class after 6 mos.  Of age.  (One minute to reach quarry; mark for 15 seconds; may leave earth and re-enter.)

• 102Novice Puppy. Open to JRT pups 6 up to 12 months which have not scored 100% in this class at a previous JRTCA trial. Entries earning a score of 100% in this class at this trial may, upon payment of the entry fee, enter the Open Puppy class at this trial. (One minute to reach quarry; may leave earth and re-enter several times; work quarry for 30 seconds.)

•103Novice Adult.  Open to JRTs 1 year or older that have not scored 100% in this class at a previous JRTCA trial.  Entries earning a score of 100% at this trial may, upon payment of the entry fee, enter the Open Adult Class at this trial.  (One minute to reach quarry, may leave earth and re-enter several times, work quarry for 30 seconds.)

•104Open Puppy  Open to JRTs 6 up to 12 months which have scored 100% in a Novice GTG class at this or a previous JRTCA trial.   Entries earning 100% at this trial may, upon payment of the entry fee, enter the Puppy Championship class at this trial.  (One minute to reach quarry; may leave earth and re-enter several times; work quarry for 30 seconds.)

•105Open Adult  Open to JRTs one year or older which have scored 100% in a Novice GTG class at this or a previous JRTCA trial.  (30 seconds to reach quarry; may leave earth once and re-enter; work quarry for 1 minute.)

•106 Shorties  (non-sanctioned)  Open to any adult Jack Russell Terrier under 10" (30 seconds to reach quarry; may not leave earth; work quarry for one minute.)  May not cross-enter into any other go-to-ground class.

•107Puppy Championship  Open to JRTs 6 up to 12 months which have earned 100% in an Open GTG class at this or a previous JRTCA trial.  A copy of the 100% open score sheet shall be submitted with the pre-entry or be shown to the Den Steward at the time of the class.  1^st and 2^nd place winners will be Puppy Go-to-Ground Champion and Reserve.  (30 seconds; may leave earth once and re-enter; work quarry for 1 minute.)

• 10810" up to 12 ½" Championship Certificate Open to JRTs 10" up to 12 ½", one year and older, which holds a JRTCA Trial Certificate. Copy of certificate must be submitted with pre-entry or be shown to the Den Steward at time of the class. 1^st and 2^nd place winners will be Champion and Reserve (30 seconds; may not leave earth; work quarry for one minute.)

•109 Over 12 ½" Up to 15" Championship Certificate  Open to JRTs Over 12 ½" up to  15", one year and older, which holds a JRTCA Trial Certificate.  Copy of certificate must be submitted with pre-entry or be shown to the Den Steward at time of the class.  1^st and 2^nd place winners will be Champion and Reserve  (30 seconds to reach quarry; may not leave earth; work quarry for one minute.)

•110Veteran Championship Certificate, 10" up to 12 ½"  Open to JRTs 10" up to 12 ½" which holds a JRTCA Trial Certificate.  Copy of certificate must be submitted with pre-entry or be shown to the Den Steward at time of the class.  1^st and 2^nd place winners will be Champion and Reserve (30 seconds to reach quarry; may not leave earth; work quarry for one minute.)  CROSS ENTERING IS NOT PERMITTED BETWEEN CERTIFICATE CLASSES.

•111Veteran Championship Certificate,  Over 12 ½" to 15"  Open to JRTs Over 12 ½" up to 15" which hold a JRTCA Trial Certificate.  Copy of certificate must be submitted with pre-entry or be shown to the Den Steward at time of the class.  1^st and 2^nd place winners will be Champion and Reserve  (30 seconds to reach quarry; may not leave earth; work quarry for one minute.)  CROSS ENTERING IS NOT PERMITTED BETWEEN CERTIFICATE CLASSES.

•112Senior Veteran Championship Certificate, 10" up to 12 ½"  Non-sanctioned Open to any adult Jack Russell 9 years of age or older.  .  1^st and 2^nd place winners will be Champion and Reserve (30 seconds to reach quarry; may not leave earth; work quarry for one minute.)  CROSS ENTERING IS NOT PERMITTED BETWEEN CERTIFICATE CLASSES.

•113Senior Veteran Championship Certificate, Over 12 ½ to 15",  Non-sanctioned Open to any adult Jack Russell 9 years of age or older.  .  1^st and 2^nd place winners will be Champion and Reserve (30 seconds to reach quarry; may not leave earth; work quarry for one minute.)  CROSS ENTERING IS NOT PERMITTED BETWEEN CERTIFICATE CLASSES

ATTENTION SHORTIES

Shorties that compete in a flat race, hurdle race and go-to-ground, will be eligible for an overall High Point Champion or Reserve each day.  The points awarded will be:

1^st = 6 points

2^nd = 4 points

3^rd = 3 points

4^th = 2 points

Participation = 1 point

SECTION 3:  Barn Hunt.  (non-sanctioned)  In a simulated barn environment where your terrier finds the hidden quarry in the fastest time.  Only his/her nose knows for sure!  This is a great fun for you and your terrier!  Three minutes maximum time per terrier.

• 114Puppies. 6 up to 12 months
• 115Adults. 1 year and over, 10" up to 12 ½"
• 116Adults. 1 year and over, 12 ½" up to 15"

•117BARN HUNT BEST TIME OF THE DAY  No Entry Fee

DIVISION E. - SUPER EARTH  This challenging course consists of a series of false entrances and/or false tunnels and dens.  30 seconds per 30 foot of tunnel to reach quarry; may leave earth and re-enter several times; work quarry for one minute.

• 118Puppies 6-12 Months Super Earth
• 119Adult Super Earth, dogs and bitches, 10" up to 12 ½". Open to terrier one year and older.
• 120Adult Super Earth, dogs and bitches, Over 12 ½" to 15". Open to terrier one year and older.
• 121Super Earth Champion and Reserve, dogs and bitches, 10" up to 12 ½".. Open to JRTs 10" up to 12 ½" which hold a JRTCA Trial Certificate. Copy of certificate must be submitted with pre-entry or be shown to the Den Steward at time of the class. 1^st and 2^nd place winners will be Champion and Reserve (30 seconds for each 30' of tunnel length to reach quarry; may not leave tunnel; work quarry for one minute.)
• 122Super Earth Champion and Reserve, dogs and bitches, Over 12 ½ to 15"".. Open to JRTs Over 12 ½" up to 15" which hold a JRTCA Trial Certificate. Copy of certificate must be submitted with pre-entry or be shown to the Den Steward at time of the class. 1^st and 2^nd place winners will be Champion and Reserve (30 seconds for each 30' of tunnel length to reach quarry; may not leave tunnel; work quarry for one minute.)

DIVISION H - LURE COURSE   (Non-sanctioned) (classes to be entered and paid for on trial site day of the event)

• Pups, 4 up to 6 months
• Short-legged Terriers 1-6 years 10: and under
• Veteran Short-legged Terriers 6 years and over, 10" & under
• Pups 6-12 months up to 12 ½"
• Pups 6-12 months 12 ½" up to 15"
• Adult Terriers 1 year and older, 10" up to 12 ½"
• Adult Terriers 1 year and older, 12 ½" up to 15"
• Veteran Terriers 6 years and 10" up to 12 ½"
• Veteran Terriers 6 years and over 12 ½" up to 15"
• Senior Veteran Terriers 9 years and over, under 10" up to 12 ½"
• Senior Veteran Terriers over 9 years and over,12 ½" up to 15"

LURE COURSE CHAMPION & RESERVE CHAMPION.  For fastest time of the day in Lure Course Classes listed above.  No Entry Fee.

FOOD

Jay's Dogs Catering will supply food all day both days.  Saturday they will be available for breakfast, lunch and dinner.  Sunday they will be available for breakfast and lunch.  No pre-payment for dinner Saturday is necessary.

SATURDAY RAFFLE

Donations are being sought for a Raffle to be held Saturday.

CAMPING

Camping will be available on sight at $20 per night with or without hook-up (your option).  Paying in advance will get your camping pass included in your trial envelope.   Make sure your camping pass is observable for the view of the attendants on the Fairgrounds.  I apologize for any inconvenience this might cause, but it has become necessary.

SPECIAL THANKS

A big THANK YOU is extended to each of our Judges: Cheryl Hart, Lynn Clough of UK, Mal McEwen, David Day Wayne May, and all the staffers including ___________ and last minute volunteer helpers who have helped make this trial possible.

An extra big hand of applause is tendered to Sheryl and Katie Kriley who took the time to visit merchants gathering prizes for our raffle and to all those who have helped with their donations.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Camping is available at the trial site for $20 per night.  Water and electricity provided.  Register for camping on the Entry Form.  You will receive a camping permit card to be exhibited for viewing at the Fairgrounds.

Hotels & Motels

DIRECTIONS TO APPALACHIAN FAIRGROUNDS

GRAY, TN

FROM VIRGINIA:   South I-81 toward Knoxville.  Exit 63 (TN-357S) toward Tri-Cities Airport.  Take TN-75 toward Grey, TN.  TN-75 becomes Suncrest Dr.  Turn RIGHT onto CHAPEL ST. at Stop Light with Dairy Queen.  < 0.1 miles. Follow Directions in bold italics below.

FROM JOHNSON CITY:  Take I-26 (I-181) North to Gray, TN, Exit 12 (Old 42).  Turn Right onto Bobbie Hicks HWY/Suncrest Drive.  Turn Left at Stop Light with Dairy Queen (OLD GRAY STATION RD).  Follow Directions in bold italics below.

FROM KNOXVILLE:  Take I-81 to Exit  57 to Johnson City  I-26 (I-181) South to Gray, TN, Exit 12 (old 42).  Turn Right onto Suncrest Drive.  Turn Left at Stop Light with Dairy Queen (OLD GRAY STATION RD).  Follow Directions in bold italics below.

Turn LEFT onto GRAY STATION RD. (There will be a "Sitting Bull" Restaurant on Left) 0.3MILES

Turn RIGHT on CHAPEL ST. (first street on right)

Turn LEFT to stay on CHAPEL ST. (You will be going past Gray United Methodist Church on right and heading toward church ahead with graveyard on right)

Turn LEFT onto LAKEVIEW ST. and right through red Gate of Appalachian Fairgrounds:

           100 Lakeview St., GRAY, TN  37615

Head toward 10:30 to Farm & Home & Garden Building for Conformation ring and entry booth.

Race Track will be ahead on the other side of the fairgrounds past four green Livestock building and behind the fourth Livestock building.

Thanks to our sponsors of last year for their help in making the Tennessee Terrier Olympics possible in 2008.  These sponsors include:

Zoe Blair

Rebecca Paff

Barbara Gillard

Charles Hickey

MAR/WELLO

Thanks to our retailers of last year for their raffle donations.  These sponsors include:

Adventure Damascus

Animal Medical Clinic

The Bayau

The Bike Station

Highland Bike & Ski Center

Cocley's

The Lighthouse

Pet Partners

Pet Smart

Shady Valley General Store