Novice Workshops
Novice days are designed to help the novice Shepherd develop his or her skills in an environment that leads to success. During these sessions you will progress through your Herding Development Schedule with the goal of attending a novice trial or managing your own stock. If your goal is just to have fun with your dog, we will allow that too. In order to be successful you will need to work on skills at home between classes.
During the novice clinic you will:
- Receive one-on-one instruction from Russ geared to your individual needs and goals
- Work with the sheep for up to a 20 minute non-stop period (based on your dog's ability)
- Progress through your Herding Development Schedule
- Review video of your days work
- Have access to a Clever Canines Instructor to help with basic obedience skills that will support you in herding
Space will be limited during these sessions to ensure each handler and their dog has plenty of time to work with the sheep as well as one-on-one time with Russ. In order to minimize down-time, three dogs are scheduled per hour. You will have an opportunity to request a specific time on the Evite. As always, novice Shepherds can learn a lot from watching others, therefore you are welcome to come early or stay late.
Pre-Requisite - Attend one Beginner Sheep Herding Workshop with Clever Canines
Cost - $60 per dog or $250 for 5 sessions (prices include GST)
Date - Upcoming Novice dates are as follows: (Please note: payment must be received prior to class and you must be listed as a "yes" on Evite in order for you to secure a spot in one of these below dates.)
Friday, June 4, 2010
Saturday, June 5, 2010
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Friday, July 9, 2010
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Time - Evenings start at 5:00pm. Saturdays start at 8:00am. You will have the opportunity to request a specific time on Evite
# of Participants - 12 dogs maximum per session. Space is filled on a first-come, first-served basis
How to Sign Up - Reply "YES" to the Evite, and make your payment, in full, by clicking on the "Buy Now" button below.
Learn how to use Evite and how to set up your own account by clicking here
Cancellation Policy - Payments are 100% refundable up to 72 hours prior to class. We will refund your money in the same form as it was collected. Cancellations with less than 72 hours notice will not be refunded.
Where to go - Bar H Lazy H located off of Glenmore Trail and RR 284, SE
Head EAST on Glenmore Trail to RR 284. From Deerfoot Trail it will take you about 15 minutes to reach the Bar H Lazy H.
Range Road 284 is your first right after you pass Heather Glenn golf course. (Bar H is on the South side of Glenmore Trail. It is the only barn there. It is your first left after you exit off Glenmore Trail)
When you get there - Be prepared to leave your dog in your vehicle until it is your time with the sheep. Keep your dog on leash to avoid them chasing after horses, cats or other distractions. Should your dog chase a horse, you will be asked to leave (barn rules).
What to Wear - We are in a barn that is not heated and is quite dusty so do not wear your 'best' clothes. Layers are important. The barn will shelter us from any wind or precipitation. Check the weather and dress appropriately!
What to Bring - A Shepherd’s cane (if you have one), a camera, and a good sense of humor!
