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April 26, 2008
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AACOO ANNUAL MEETING / RENDEZVOUS
JULY 12 TO 13,
2008
"Curly," of Wilderness Caucasians - Master of
Ceremonies for the 2008 Rendezvous
The
American Association of Caucasian Ovcharka Owners
Invites you, the owners
of Caucasian Ovcharka dogs, to a most exciting event.
You do not have to be a member of AACOO
This page will give you more detailed
information on our first ever 2008 AACOO Annual Meeting / Rendezvous. We
will update as more information becomes available. If you have any questions
please call Mary (406-889-5037) or Jackie (406-772-5533).
If you would like to attend, please
Click here:
RENDEZVOUS APPLICATION FORM.
Print the form, fill it out and send
it in with your payment (before June 15th to qualify for the early-bird) price
of $10 per adult per day of the event. Children are welcome free of charge. If
you pay day of the show, add $5 per day.
Included in the price are two meals
(brunch and dinner) and snacks per day, RV or tent space on the grounds and
admittance to all the fun and interesting events. For a list of dog-friendly
motels in the area see section below.
SCHEDULE
OF EVENTS
Friday Evening: Early arrivals / Pizza dinner
compliments of AACOO
Saturday:
10:00 am: Brunch & Orientation
Breakfast buffet of pancakes, eggs, sausages, rolls, fruits, juices, etc. Come
hungry!
The day's orientation will fill you in on the more precise times of events for
the day, house rules, and getting to know dogs and owners.
The AACOO Store will be open after brunch
and at various times throughout both days. There will be several items for sale
that are particularly suited for our breed, including:
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AACOO Mugs
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T-shirts
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Mat Raker grooming tool
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Leashes
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Dog dishes
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Books
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Dog treats
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Souvenirs
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Mary's Specialties: yarn, hats,
scarves and other articles spun and knitted from CO "chiengora" (dog hair)
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and more
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Anyone who has dog-related items
they would like to sell is welcome to bring them
Photo Shoot:
Candid pictures will be taken of the Rendezvous throughout the day, but this is
an opportunity for owners and their dogs to have their portraits taken if they
wish.
Fun Obstacle Course: This is a fun event
where everyone is a winner.
Snack Time:
Lots of healthy veggies and dips and munchies (and
some not-so-healthy ones too)
Question & Answer Session: Canine Health
(Nancy Haugen, DVM)
Workshop:
Canine Good Citizen
(Pam Duncan & Pravda)
6:00 PM Dinner
Lasagna, garlic bread, tossed garden salad
and trimmings
CO Sharing:
stories, pictures, videos, etc.
Mystery Guest:
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Fireside Visiting / Awards
for the day
Sunday:
10:00 Brunch & Orientation
Breakfast buffet of french toast,
omelets, sweet rolls, fruits, juices, etc
Photo Shoot /
AACOO Store
AACOO Annual Business Meeting: The Agenda
for our official annual meeting will be posted at a later date.
Workshop: Obedience / Rally: (Pam Duncan)
Seminar: Canine Osteopathic Conditions /
New Canine Laser Surgery (David Marion, DVM)
6:00 PM Campfire Cookout
Barbequed Moose burgers, hot dogs, sloppy Joes, potato salad, corn on
the cob, baked beans, watermelon, etc
Discussion: Showing Your Dog
Rules, tips for showing your dog in companion dog events and confirmation with
UKC, ARBA & AKC
Demonstration: Dog Hair to Dog Hat
(Mary DeMott)
Fireside Visiting / Awards
for the day
Glen Lake, site of the 2008 Rendezvous
WHAT TO BRING:
Your well-behaved Caucasian Ovcharka dog
(limit of one or two dogs per family, please)
Leashes
Tie-outs, show crates, etc.
Dog's food / water dishes
Dog's food. We have good water, but some like to bring their own
Dog treats
Sleeping bags, tents
Folding chairs
Musical instruments
Campfire stories
Dog-related movies (dvd format)
Dog-related items for sale
WHAT NOT TO
BRING:
No overly aggressive dogs
No bitches in heat
No fleas, ticks, diseases
No alcoholic beverages
No bad attitudes :))
Dogs must be under owner's control at
all times - on leash, in their crate or car or staked out safely. Dogs (and
people) who are not well behaved and considerate will be asked to leave.
ACCOMODATIONS:
You are welcome to pitch a tent or sleep on our floor. We have parking for
campers and trailers. So bring your sleeping bag and/or RV, or stay in nearby
dog-friendly motels:
Eureka (15 minutes away)
Ksanka Motel 406-297-3127
Edna Ranch 406-889-3141
Riverstone Family Lodge 866-345-0026 (more expensive)
Whitefish area (1 hour away)
Super 8 Motel 406-862-8255
Best Western Park Mountain Lodge 406-862-2569
Holiday Inn Express Glacier Park 406-862-4020
Libby area (1 hour away)
Super 8 Motel 406-293-2771
Evergreen Motel 406-293-4178
AIRPORT:
Glacier Park International Airport (Kalispell, Montana)
NORTHWESTERN
MONTANA is an amazing place. For those of you who are visiting, you
may just decide to stay.
While you are here, please enjoy some of the tourist attractions. We will have
brochures available for you.
Other fun activities in the area include:
Glacier Park
Road to the Sun scenic byway
Gondola Ride
White-water rafting
Golfing
Boating / Fishing
Sightseeing
Swimming
Hiking Trails
Horseback riding (Dude Ranches)
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