2021 BTCA hosted Earthdog tests

The Bedlington Terrier Club of America will be hosting two back to back Earthdog tests (one AM test and one PM test) on May 7, 2021.  The tests are in conjunction with five days of additional activities and tests jointly hosted by the America Working Terrier Association, the Saw Mill River Kennel Club, and the Bedlington Terrier Club of America.  The events will all be held at EV-RY Place, LLC, 1333 Hainesport-Mt. Laurel Road, Mt. Laurel, New Jersey 08054

Please read the information below for additional information regarding these five days of  activities all held at the same location.  Click here for more information about the American Working Terrier Association (AWTA).  Click here to access the premium for the BTCA hosted Earthdog tests.  There is also information below about additional Earthdog tests being held on the weekend of May 8 and 9, 2021 in Connecticut and Pennsylvania, are two additional days of activities to be held at different locations.

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Monday, May 2, through Saturday, May 8, 2021, Schedule of Events

Monday, May 2, 2021  8:30AM-5:00PM

Earthdog training opportunities sponsored by Ev-ry Earthdog for all dogs from Novice to Master. Lessons to match the dog’s needs and ability taught by veteran AKC/AWTA judges.  The training sessions are offered free of charge and each session lasts 30 minutes.  You must sign up for the training sessions in advance through Sign Up Genius; you can sign up for multiple sessions.  Click here to access the Sign Up Genius link.  Please contact Anne Rosenberg at annelrosenberg@hotmail.com with any questions.

Tuesday, May 3, 2021  8:30AM-5:00PM

Earthdog training opportunities sponsored by Ev-ry Earthdog for all dogs from Novice to Master. Lessons to match the dog’s needs and ability taught by veteran AKC/AWTA judges.  The training sessions are offered free of charge and each session lasts 30 minutes.  You must sign up for the training sessions in advance through Sign Up Genius; you can sign up for multiple sessions.  Click here to access the Sign Up Genius link.  Please contact Anne Rosenberg at annelrosenberg@hotmail.com with any questions.

Wednesday, May 4, 2021  8:00AM-5:00PM

American Working Terrier Association (AWTA) Den Trial with classes for all working terriers and Dachshunds from Novice to Expert.  Judge Richard L. Reynolds.  Anyone may enter an AWTA trial, whether they are a member of the AWTA or not.  If your dog qualifies for a Certificate of Gameness the owner can join AWTA on the “day of” and receive the Certificate and the flask.  Contact trial chair Anne Rosenberg with any questions:  annelrosenberg@hotmail.com;

Thursday, May 6, 2021  7:30AM-Dusk

Back to Back AKC licensed Earthdog Tests hosted by Saw Mill River Kennel Club.  Judges are Brooke Corson and Sharon Yon.  Premium list from Test Secretary Kim McCormick at Cedarpondk9s@yahoo.com

Friday, May 7, 2021  7:30AM-Dusk

Bedlington Terrier Club of America Earthdog Tests

Back to Back AKC Earthdog Tests (one AM and one PM) to be held at Ev-ry Place.  Judges are Donna Sapp, Pat Rock, Camilla Moon and Susan Storey.   CLICK HERE to access the printable and downloadable premium.  Print the premium double sided, flip on short edge, and in landscape mode.  Please refer to the premium for information on RV parking reservations and the judging panels. Test Secretary is Kim McCormick at Cedarpondk9s@yahoo.com

Saturday May 8 & Sunday, May 9, 2021

4 AKC licensed Earthdog Tests hosted by Housatonic Cairn Terrier Club at Harwinton, CT.  For a premium list contact Andrew Robertson, Event Secretary, 90 Cherry Ave, West Sayville, NY 11796-1706.   a.robertson7@verizon.net

Saturday May 8 & Sunday, May 9, 2021

4 AKC licensed Earthdog Tests hosted by York County Dog Training Club at Red Lion, PA.  For a premium list contact Joe Mazur, Event Secretary   joe.mazur5964@gmail.com

Saturday May 8, 2021

LIVE RAT HUNT, “RATscallions” Washington, DC.  For additional details contact Linda Freeman at LMFreeman1959@gmail.com  Limit 4 dogs.

Information on host motels/hotels

The Bedlington Terrier Club of America PREMIUM lists the following hotels/motels which MAY take dogs.  Please read hotel/motel reviews before booking your rooms.

Hyatt Place Mt Laurel, 8000 Crawford Pl, Mt. Laurel NJ 08054; 856-840-0770

Hyatt House Mt Laurel, 3000 Crawford Pl, Mt Laurel, NJ 08054; 856-222-1313

Sonesta Simple Suites, 4000 Crawford Pl, Mt Laurel, NJ 08054; 856-642-7567

The Westin Mount Laurel, 555 Fellowship Rd, Mt Laurel, NJ 08054; 856-778-7300

In addition the following hotels/motels “MAY TAKE DOGS”  Please be forewarned that the BTCA did not screen these hotels/motels.  Please do your due diligence and read the hotel/motel reviews before booking your room.

Clarion Hotel & Suites, 1111 NJ 73,  Mount Laurel, NJ, 08054; 856-234-7000

Courtyard by Marriott, 1000 Century Parkway, Mt Laurel, NJ 08054; 856-273-4400

Econo Lodge, 611 Fellowship Road, Mount Laurel, NJ, 08054; 856-722-1919

Extended Stay Pacilli Place, 500 Diemer Drive, Mount Laurel, NJ, 08054; 856-778-4100

Extended Stay America, 101 Diemer Drive, Mount Laurel, NJ, 08054; 856-778-4100

La Quinta/Wyndham, 5000 Clover Road, Mount Laurel, NJ, 08054; 856-235-7500

Bedlington Terrier Club of America items which will be available for purchase during the day of the BTCA sponsored tests

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Linda Freeman will have Bedlington Terrier Club of America items for sale on the day of the BTCA tests.  Click here to see images and sizes of items which will be available.  Please see Linda if you are interested in purchasing any of the items.

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