DRAFT CLINIC AND MATCH

This year's Draft Clinic and Draft Match which will be held at Clackamette Park in Oregon City on date TBD.  The Clinic will begin at 9:00 am and will be limited to 10 teams on a first come first served basis. The clinic is ideal for those wanting to learn about drafting and for getting dogs started in harness and cart. All equipment will be provided by the BMDCO at the clinic, but if you have your own harness and/or cart, be sure to bring them.  Note:  Each dog entered in the clinic must be accompanied by two handlers for the safety of the dog, the entrants and the equipment.

The Draft Match will begin at 12:00 pm for those wanting to sharpen their carting teamwork and/or practice for an upcoming draft test.  Please bring your own cart and harness.  It will be set up with a course similar to a real test. You'll have lots of friendly helpers to cheer you on! This is a great way to cure the jitters and find out where you and your dog need more practice.

Directions:  The park is located at 1955 Clackamette Drive  Oregon City, OR.  Take exit 9 off of I-205.  Turn right onto McLoughlin Blvd.  Turn left at the first street, Dunes Drive (between the McDonalds and River Shore Hotel).  Follow the road to the right until you reach the entrance to the park on your left.

2008 TWO DAY DRAFT TEST - JUNE 14th and 15th.

The BMDCO will again host our 2008 Two Day BMDCA-approved All-Breed Draft Test on June 14th and 15th at Clackamette Park in Oregon City from 7:00 am - 5:00 pm.  The host hotel will again be the Rivershore Hotel.  Special room rates will be available.   

Judges on both Saturday and Sunday will be Peggy Granger and Val Horney.

Entry close date is May 31st at 6:00 pm.  There are openings for 20 teams.  Click here for PREMIUM.

 

Directions:  The park is located at 1955 Clackamette Drive  Oregon City, OR.  Take exit 9 off of I-205.  Turn right onto McLoughlin Blvd.  Turn left at the first street, Dunes Drive (between the McDonalds and River Shore Hotel).  Follow the road to the right until you reach the entrance to the park on your left.

The Bernese Mountain Dog Club of America Draft Test is a series of exercises designed to develop and demonstrate the natural abilities of purebred Bernese Mountain Dogs in a working capacity involving hauling.

The Bernese Mountain Dog has historically functioned as a draft dog in various capacities, and performance of these exercises is intended to demonstrate skills resulting from both inherent ability and training which are applicable to realistic work situations.

Efficiency in accomplishment of tasks is essential. It is also desirable that the dog evidence willingness and enjoyment of his work in a combination of controlled teamwork with his handler and natural independence.

The BMDCO follows the official BMDCA Draft Test Regulations.  You can follow the link or send $2.50 to Dottie Schulte 1943 Mountview Drive,Greeley, CO 80631