Location Details

 

ADA Site Specific Conditions

This test location is a Dog Training Facility in a business development. The pathways to the search areas are paved and include ramp options. The search areas are on level ground. Parking for handicap is available close to ramps. Indoor bathroom is ADA compliant.

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Due to unforeseen conditions, such as weather or change in availability of areas at the location, these conditions may be modified at the last minute.

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Modeled after real-life detection work, NACSW trials are held in many different locations, with a variety of terrain, under varying weather conditions. Dogs and handlers need to be able to safely negotiate a variety of surfaces, including, but not limited to, tile, linoleum, carpeting, gravel, asphalt, uneven surfaces, and slippery footing. Handlers should be prepared to deal with a variety of weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain and snow. Trials frequently require covering extensive distances to get to and from the parking area to each of the search areas and generally require that this be done across natural, uneven surfaces. Handlers should be prepared for the physical demands and must be able to navigate the terrain with their dog accordingly. Participants should expect to spend most of the day outside or in their vehicles as there are rarely indoor crating options at trials. Please be prepared for you and your canine partner to deal with all of these varying environmental challenges. Handlers should familiarize themselves with potential regional risks and health concerns that may affect themselves or their dogs.  Handlers agree that they are entering this trial at their own risk. 

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Due to unforeseen conditions, such as weather or change in availability of areas at the location, the details below may need to be modified at the last minute.

 

Parking

Parking in front of the building is on the north side and may be icy or snowy depending on weather.

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RV Parking

The parking lot is tight and does not allow for RV parking. However, limited RV parking is available on the street in front of the industrial condo building and in a gravel lot west of the building. Walking from the street requires crossing a fairly steep berm or walking around to street entrances. Parking to the west also requires about a 100 yard walk. Any entrant who wishes to bring an RV must contact Barb Sahl at the.elemental.dog@gmail.com so that we may ensure adequate parking is available to meet the interest.

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Running Vehicles or Generators in the parking lot

The parking is tight at this location on the paved parking and running your vehicles or generators in the parking lot is not allowed.

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There is ample parking in the dirt lot to the west of the building and we will have a separate parking area for those wishing to run their vehicles or generators during the day.

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Reactive Dog Parking

Please contact Barb Sahl at the.elemental.dog@gmail.com if you require accommodation for a reactive dog. Parking space in front of the industrial condo is tight, however, we should be able to reserve an area away from the primary parking area. It is helpful to know how many reactive dogs will be attending in order to plan the necessary space. Please email Barb at the.elemental.dog@gmail.com if you would like to have reactive dog parking available. Notifying Barb is only for space planning purposes. Do note that dogs will need to walk past at least some of the general parking to reach the entrance to the training center. There will not be a specified potty area for reactive dogs.. 

 

Unentered Dogs

Example: Unentered dogs must remain in the handler’s vehicle during the event day. There will be ample potty areas, but unentered dogs should not be allowed to “play”, exercise, or train on the event grounds. There will be limited crating available for event officials and volunteers. Please contact Barb Sahl at the.elemental.dog@gmail.com with your needs.

 

Smoking

Alcohol and smoking (including e-cigarettes) are not allowed on this event site

 

Hotels

There are many hotels in Loveland and neighboring cities

 

DOG INFORMATION

 

Dog Policies

• All dogs must be on a 6’ leash at all times when not being tested. NO flexi-leashes while not participating in a test.

• Reactive and/or spatially challenged dogs should wear a red bandana (to be provided by the dog’s handler) to help signal others that the dog needs extra space from other dogs.

• Dogs will be toileted in designated areas and handlers must pick-up and dispose of waste.

• Dogs and handlers must stay in designated areas to avoid contaminating testing space, interrupting a test, or from viewing any part of the testing.

• Competitors should expect to keep their dogs confined in a crate or vehicle when not testing and should plan to provide their own shade using canopies or shade cloths.  

• Refer to location details (above) for information on unentered dogs. 

 

Females in Season

Will be allowed to run wearing “pants” at the very end of the day after all other dogs have tested. Females in season will be parked and pottied in areas separate from the other dogs while at the test if the location logistics permit. Handlers must contact info@everythingdogco.com so plans can be made for the dog.

 

COVID-19 Information
Event attendees are required to adhere to the NACSW COVID-19 Event Guidelines and Rules

In addition to those guidelines the following changes and guidelines are in effect for this trial due to COVID-19:

The City of Loveland and State of Colorado have no current restrictions for COVID19.

If there are any significant changes or updates after the draw period, entrants will be notified via email. Competitors are responsible for staying up to date on any jurisdictional requirements for their home location as well as the trial location including any travel guidance. 

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ADA Requests

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request accommodation(s), please email ADA@nacsw.net.  Please include your name, ORT date, ORT host name, and your requested accommodation(s).

 

Rules

Complete rules are available at www.NACSW.net. It is the responsibility of each competitor to read and understand the current NACSW™ Rule book prior to participating in a NACSW event.

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Liability

By registering for the ORT Test, the competitor hereby assumes all risks of, and responsibility for, accidents and/or damage to her/himself or to her/his property or to others, resulting from the actions of her/his dog. The competitor expressly agree that the NACSW, Everything Dog and its assignees or any other person, or persons, of said groups, shall not be held liable personally, or collectively, under any circumstances, for injury, and/or damage to her/himself, for loss or injury to property, whether due to uncontrolled dogs or negligence of any member of said groups, or any other cause, or causes. The competitor also agrees to assume all financial liability that may be incurred by the NACSW due to the actions of themselves or their dogs regardless of the cause.

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Sportsmanship

All competitors/handlers and spectators are expected to follow the rules of the NACSW and demonstrate good sportsmanship. This includes making sure the hide placements are unknown to the handler prior to testing and kept secret from other competitors. Please do not discuss hide placement or any details of a dog's performance that may provide information or clues to other handlers or may be overheard.

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Results

During the odor re-sets, the official results sheet will be brought out to the parking area for handlers to photo or review. We recommend you verify your results on the official results sheet and let your host or judge know if you have any questions regarding your results. 

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Spectators
Space permitting, spectating will be allowed per ORT guidelines as outlined in the rule book. The ORT Certifying Official has the right to limit spectators at their discretion. ORT participants may have a friend or family member video/photograph their test. ORT participants may not video/photograph one another.

Spectators are reminded that the hide placements must not be discussed nor should they speak with any handlers about what they saw until after the event is complete.

No dogs will be allowed in the spectator area. No unentered dogs with spectators are allowed at the event. 

An adult accompanying a minor must be present during the searches.
Everyone at the site must sign the waiver provided by the host and comply with all event requirements. 

Handlers are not allowed to watch the searches at any time.

 

Videotaping and Photography

Handlers may wear visible head or chest cameras to record their searches. You will not be allowed extra time at the start line to get your camera functioning. Please be sure it is ready to go prior to arriving at the search area. At ORTs, handlers may bring a spectator to video or photograph their searches. Videos may not be made public until completion of the event day.

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Photo and Video Service will be available at the ORT: 

David Leer

www.creekwalkerphoto.com 

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Volunteering

Anyone who is not testing is welcome to volunteer. If you know of someone who would like to volunteer, please have them go to https://www.everythingdogco.com/events to sign up with the online form. They can also contact Barb Sahl at the.elemental.dog@gmail.com with questions. Your time and effort are GREATLY appreciated!

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Veterinarians

The closest emergency veterinarian to the event location:

VCA Veterinary Specialists of Northern Colorado 201 West 67th Court, Loveland, CO 80538 970-278-0668; Open 24/7

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Questions

All Test related questions, contact Barb Sahl at the.elemental.dog@gmail.com

 

Details regarding check in time and briefing will be sent approximately 1 week before the ORT.