April 28th - K9 Cancer Walk with Team Berner
Join TEAM BERNER for
2013 K9 Cancer Walk
to help Morris Animal Foundation fight canine cancer!
Sunday, April 28, 2013
Elk Grove Regional Park, Elk Grove, CA
Please join our team by walking with us or becoming a “Sit and Stay for the Cure” virtual walker. You can register to walk or make a donation online at:
http://support.morrisanimalfoundation.org/goto/TeamBerner2013
We have a lofty goal of raising $2,500 for canine cancer research!TO JOIN TEAM BERNER: click on the ‘Join Team’ link in the Team Roster box at the bottom of our page
TO DONATE: click on any Team Members name in the Team Roster Box to go to their personal page
Or download the TEAM BERNER Pledge Form to collect cash and check donations to turn in on April 28th.
For more information, e-mail Cindy Beckman
March 30th - Annual Awards Lunch
2013 Annual Meeting, Veterans Tribute & Awards Banquet
Saturday, March 30th 2013 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Marin Humane Society Pavilion
171 Bel Marin Keys, Novato, CA
Buffet Lunch will include:
Meat or Vegetable Lasagna
Salad & Rolls
Dessert & Beverages
$15.00 Adults
$7.00 Children 6-12,
Children 5 and under free
Please download the Banquet & Veterans Medallion Reservation Form , Awards Flyer
and return to Deloris Handel by March 8th
If you are a BMDCNC Member and earned a title or certificate during 2012, download the Awards Order Form here. (Awards Order form will be up soon. Please check back)
March 2nd - Draft Work Seminar
Intermediate Draft Work Seminar
Saturday - March 2nd, 2013 - 10:30AM
Presidio, San Francisco
“First Draft - Part 3” is the next step for intermediate teams who want to become more proficient at draft work.
For newcomers who just want to get acquainted with Draft Work, please join us!
If time permits we will also work with any first time teams.
There will also be a RallyO practice course set up for those that might want to try their hand or hone their skills in the fun sport of Rally Obedience!
A light lunch will be provided for entrants.
Feb 16th - Draft work seminar
Beginner/Intermediate Draft Seminar
Saturday - February 16th, 2012 - 10:30AM
Location: Dan Foley Park
1498 North Camino Alto, Vallejo, CA
Jan 26th - Intro to Draft work Seminar
First Draft - Intro to Draft Work Seminar led by Jim Maxwell
Saturday January 26th, 2013 10:00AM
Location Presidio, San Francisco, CA
Torney Avenue in front of the tiles Thoreau Center.
Jan 12th - Board meeting
The Board meeting will be in person and by teleconference on Saturday, January 12th @ 10:00 AM @ Nick's house.
If any member wants to submit an agenda item they can do so by e-mailing the Secretary at secretary@norcalbernese.org.
If anyone wants to participate in the meeting they can contact the President at president@norcalbernese.org and she will give you the conference call information or directions.
Board Meetings do not count as member attendance events.
Dec 8th - Holiday Party
Please join us for the Bernese Mountain Dog Club of Northern California's Benicia Holiday Parade & 18th Annual Holiday Party/ Winter Membership Meeting
Saturday, December 8, 2012
California National Guard Armory
Holiday Parade and Party Flyer
Nov 3rd and 4th - Draft Test
Saturday, November 3 & Sunday, November 4
BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOG CLUB OF AMERICA, INC.
Draft Tests
Hosted by the
Bernese Mountain Dog Club of Northern California
Location: Bohlig Haus, 5355 Timberland Dr.
Foresthill, CA 95631
Draft Test Secretary:
Contact Sheila Jones
Draft Test Judges:
Ruth Nielsen and Bob Schmidt
Draft Test Chair:
Contact Larry Bohlig
THESE TESTS WILL BE OPEN TO ALL BREEDS
Closing Date: October 24th, 2012 at 5 PM;
Click here to download Premium List with Entry Form & Meal Order Form
October 30th - Board meeting
The Board meeting will be by teleconference on Tuesday, October 30th @ 7:00 pm.
If any member wants to submit an agenda item they can do so by e-mailing the Secretary at secretary@norcalbernese.org.
If anyone wants to participate in the meeting they can contact the President at president@norcalbernese.org and she will give you the conference call information.
Board Meetings do not count as member attendance events.
Oct 7th - Farmer John's BMD Day
Eighth Annual Bernese Mountain Dog Day: Sunday, October 2, 2011!
For more information and directions visit Farmer John's Website.
Hosted by "Farmer" John & Eda Muller, Half Moon Bay
*This is not an official BMDCNC event*
Sept 29th - Fall meeting
Lucchesi Park - 11:00 am to 3:30 pm
Fall Membership Meeting & Picnic
Date: Saturday, September 29th
Location: Lucchesi Park, Petaluma, CA
300 North McDowell Blvd
Time: 11:30 until 3:30
10:00 - Board Meeting
11:00 - Social time and garage sale
12:00 - POTLUCK LUNCH: With Hot Dogs, buns and condiments provided. There will also be a BBQ available if someone wants to bring something else to grill.
12:30 - Presentation of draft practice with items from around the house.
1:00 - Membership Meeting.
1:30 - Draft Practice.
August 28th - Board meeting
The Board meeting will be by teleconference on Tuesday, August 28th @ 7:00 pm.
If any member wants to submit an agenda item they can do so by e-mailing the Secretary at secretary@norcalbernese.org.
If anyone wants to participate in the meeting they can contact the President at president@norcalbernese.org and she will give you the conference call information.
Board Meetings do not count as member attendance events.
July 28th - Swiss Dog Day
Saturday, July 28th, 2012
15th Annual Swiss Dog Day
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Upper Fort Mason Parade Grounds, San Francisco, CA
Featuring Bernese, Entlebucher, Greater Swiss, and Appenzeller Mountain Dogs & Saint Bernards
Dedicated in memory of Barbara Packard
Berner Friend, Advocate & Mentor
Swiss Dogs & their fans are invited to celebrate Swiss National Day together!
Join us for Conformation, Obedience and Rally Workshops and a Canine Good Citizen Test, or just come to learn more about each of these special breeds.
Enter the Mountain Dog Mania Games, or join the Rescued Dog Roundup or Swiss Spirit Parade.
Watch Nosework and Drafting Demos.
Enjoy our famous Swiss-style BBQ Lunch, a great Raffle, and fabulous Ways & Means.
Entries will be accepted on-site only, July 28th (9:30–10:30 a.m.)
Workshops $10 / CGC $10 / Games $1 / Parades & Demos are Free!
Opening Ceremony at 10:00 a.m. – Events start at 10:30 a.m.
Click here for: Swiss Day Flyer
Click here for: Fort Mason Map
Click here for: Swiss Day Premium
For more information, contact swissday@norcalbernese.org
July 17th - Board meeting
The Board meeting will be by teleconference on Tuesday, July 17th @ 7:00 pm.
If any member wants to submit an agenda item they can do so by e-mailing the Secretary at secretary@norcalbernese.org.
If anyone wants to participate in the meeting they can contact the President at president@norcalbernese.org and she will give you the conference call information.
Board Meetings do not count as member attendance events.
June 30th - Summer Quarterly Meeting
Summer Quarterly Membership Meeting
Saturday, June 30, 2012 at Kennedy Regional Park
2295 Streblow Rd. Napa CA 94558-6211 (www.cityofnapa.org)
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
10:00 Board Meeting
11:00 Arrive: Get settled, mingle and enjoy appetizers.
12:00 Potluck BBQ: Bring you own food to grill. We will supply the fire.
Last names A-K: Please bring an appetizer to share.
Last Names L-Z: Please bring a salad or side dish to share.
The club will provide beverages, eating utensils and dessert.
1:00 Presentation on Beginners Novice Obedience
1:30 Membership Meeting Agenda:
Member, Applicant and Guest Sign In
Approval of Minutes
Officer and Committee Reports
Election of new members
Unfinished Business, followed by New Business
Don’t forget leashes, ex-pens and shade. We will have some EZ-Ups but if you have one please bring it.
Kennedy Regional Park has a strict leash law. Please help by keeping your dogs on leash while in the park.
June 22rd - 24th - Kart Kamp 2012
June 22nd - 24th - Kart Kamp 2012
Kart Kamp - Draft Test practice and preparation.
The Helmbold's - Sugarpine CA
Contact Fred Helmbold - helmbold@norcalbernese.org
INSTRUCTORS
Fred Helmbold, Larry Bohlig & Jim Maxwell - BMDCA Draft Judges
Diana Gerba, Draft Assistant, holder of multiple Draft Titles
Nick Hengeveld, holder of multiple Draft Titles
Dates: Friday evening, June 22; Saturday, June 23; and Sunday, June 24.
June 7th - Draft Test
Thursday, June 7th
BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOG CLUB OF AMERICA, INC.
Draft Tests
Hosted by the
Bernese Mountain Dog Club of Northern California
Draft Test Secretary:
Contact Sheila Jones
Draft Test Judges:
Nancy Van Horne & Jim Maxwell
Draft Test Chair:
Contact Nick Hengeveld
THESE TESTS WILL BE OPEN TO ALL BREEDS
May 7-12th - BMDCA National Specialty
in Gettysburg, PA. More information available at www.bmdca.org
April 29th - K9 Cancer Walk with Team Berner
Join TEAM BERNER for
the 2012 K9 Cancer Walk
April 29, 2012, Elk Grove Regional Park, Elk Grove, CA
to help Morris Animal Foundation fight canine cancer!
Please join our team by walking with us or become a “Sit and Stay for the Cure” virtual walker.
Team members can create their own fundraising web pages to increase pledges.
If you can’t join our team this year, won’t you please help with a donation?
You can register to walk or make a donation online at:
http://support.morrisanimalfoundation.org/goto/TeamBerner2012
We have a lofty goal of raising $2,500 for canine cancer research!
We know we can do it with your help: TEAM BERNER raised $2,766 in 2010 and $3,525 in 2011!
TO JOIN TEAM BERNER: click on the ‘Join Team’ link in the Team Roster box at the bottom of our page
TO DONATE: click on any Team Members name in the Team Roster Box to go to their personal page
or donate to the group by clicking on the ‘Make a gift!’ link next to the team’s fundraising thermometer!
Or download the TEAM BERNER Pledge Form to collect cash and check donations to turn in by April 28th.
For more information, visit http://support.morrisanimalfoundation.org/site/PageNavigator/K9_Cancer_Walks
or e-mail Cindy Beckman at newsletter@norcalbernese.org
Apr 7th - Annual Awards Lunch
2012 Annual Meeting, Veterans Tribute & Awards Banquet
Saturday, April 7, 2012 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Marin Humane Society Pavilion
171 Bel Marin Keys, Novato, CA
Buffet Lunch will include:
Green Salad & Side Dishes
Honey Baked Ham & Turkey Breast
Vegetarian Entree
Dessert & Beverages
$15.00 Adults
$7.00 Children 6-12,
Children 5 and under free
Please download the Banquet & Veterans Medallion Reservation Form
and return to Deloris Handel by March 19th
If you are a BMDCNC Member and earned a title or certificate during 2011,
download the Awards Order Form here and return to Sheila Jones by March 1st.
March 10th - Run for the Seals
RUN FOR THE SEALS with TEAM BERNER on March 10th
Get in shape and get outdoors for a good cause –
all with your dog!
Join TEAM BERNER on Saturday, March 10, 2012 in the beautiful Marin Headlands
for The Marine Mammal Center’s 28th annual Run for the Seals.
Join us for a fun morning on your choice of a 2-mile or 4-mile hike along a beautiful coastal trail with your dog! In the past, we have helped raise funds for Berners and sea mammals together through this event, but this year we do it for our flippered friends alone as we will also be participating in the K9 Cancer Walk in April. Your entry fee will help feed orphaned and sick seals and sea lions during the year while you get a great T-shirt and a fabulous walk with your dog!
Bring your lunch and stay for a picnic along “still-dog-friendly” Rodeo Beach (weather permitting). Register online at:
http://tmmc.marinemammalcenter.org/goto/TeamBerner2012
For more info, e-mail newsletter@norcalbernese.org.
March 3rd - Draft work seminar
Beginner/Intermediate Draft Seminar led by Larry Bohlig
Saturday - March 3, 2012 - 10:30AM
Location Dan Foley Park
1498 North Camino Alto, Vallejo, CA
Feb 4 - Intro to Draft
First Draft - Intro to Draft Work led by Jim Maxwell
Introduction to Draft Work Seminar.
Saturday Feb 4 at 10:30A.M.
Location Presidio, San Francisco, CA
Torney Avenue in front of the tiles Thoreau Center.
Dec 10th - Holiday Party
Please join us for the Bernese Mountain Dog Club of Northern California's Benicia Holiday Parade & 17th Annual Holiday Party/ Winter Membership Meeting
Saturday, December 10, 2011
Party from 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM
California National Guard Armory
Flyer for Holiday Party and Parade
Meet at 9 AM for the parade.
Nov 12th and 13th - Draft Test
Saturday, November 12 & Sunday, November 13
BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOG CLUB OF AMERICA, INC.
Draft Tests
Hosted by the
Bernese Mountain Dog Club of Northern California
HOWARTH MEMORIAL PARK
630 Summerfield Road, Santa Rosa, CA
Directions and information about Howarth Memorial Park
Draft Test Secretary:
Contact Sheila Jones
Draft Test Judges:
Linda Thomas & Patti Davieau
Draft Test Chair:
Contact Fred Helmbold
THESE TESTS WILL BE OPEN TO ALL BREEDS
Closing Date: November 1, 2011, at 6 PM;
Oct 9th - Fall meeting
Dan Foley Park in Vallejo from 11:30AM until 3:30PM.
Fall Membership Meeting & Picnic
Date: Sunday, October 9th
Location: Dan Foley Park, Vallejo
Willow Glen Picnic Area
Time: 11:30 until 3:30
Parking fee: $5.00 per car
11:30: MEET, MINGLE & MUNCH
12:00: POTLUCK LUNCH: Please bring a dish to share, a Salad, Side Dish or an Appetizer, your choice. There is a BBQ, so bring your own food to grill. The club will provide drinks, dessert and eating utensils.
12:30: COSTUME PARADE with Prizes for Most Original Costume, Best Dog & Person Combo Costume, Funniest Costume and Scariest Costume.
1:00: SPEAKER: Marilane Bergfelt from L.A.P.S (Loving Animal Providing Smiles) a local Delta Society dog therapy group will give us a presentation on their Therapy Dog program.
1:30 or soon thereafter: FALL QUARTERLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Oct 2rd - Farmer John's BMD Day
Eighth Annual Bernese Mountain Dog Day: Sunday, October 2, 2011!
For more information and directions visit Farmer John's Website.
Hosted by "Farmer" John & Eda Muller, Half Moon Bay
*This is not an official BMDCNC event*
Aug 7th - Swiss Dog Day
August 7th, 2011
14th Annual Swiss Dog Day
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Upper Fort Mason Parade Grounds, San Francisco, CA
Featuring Bernese, Entlebucher, Greater Swiss, and Appenzeller Mountain Dogs & Saint Bernards
Once again, our beautiful Swiss breeds are invited to enjoy Summer in the City together!
More information is coming.
Events start at 10:30 a.m.
Click here for: Swiss Day Flyer
Click here for: Fort Mason Map
Click here for: Swiss Day Premium
For more information, contact swissday@norcalbernese.org
July 10th - Summer Quarterly Meeting
Summer Quarterly Membership Meeting
Sunday, July 10, 2011 at Kennedy Regional Park
2295 Streblow Road, Napa, CA 94558 (www.cityofnapa.org)
11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
11:30 Arrive: Get Settled, Mingle and enjoy appetizers
12:30 Potluck BBQ: Bring your own food to grill. There is a beautiful new BBQ area.
Last names A-K: Please bring an appetizer to share.
Last Names L-Z: Please bring a salad or side dish to share. The club will provide beverages, eating utensils, dessert and charcoal.
2:00 Membership Meeting Agenda:
Member, Applicant & Guest Sign In
Approval of Minutes
Officer and Committee Reports
Election of new members (may include Andrea Racoule and Mary Jackson)
Unfinished Business, followed by New Business
Doggy Fun: We can play some dog games; walk along the Napa River trail; have a rally demo or bring your cart to practice your maneuvers. Don’t forget leashes, ex-pens & shade. We will have some EZ-Ups but if you have one please bring it.
June 10th - BMDCNC Regional Specialty
Four Shows June 9 - 12th
Judges:Entries close: May 25th
Superintendant: MBF www.infodog.com
**SPECIALTY** Friday Sweeps: Joanne Prellberg
May 24th - Board meeting
If any member wants to submit an agenda item they can do so by e-mailing the Secretary at secretary@norcalbernese.org.
If anyone wants to participate in the meeting they can contact the President at president@norcalbernese.org and she will give you the conference call information.
Board Meetings do not count as member attendance events.
May 14th and 15th - Draft Test
Bernese Mountain Dog Club of America Draft Tests*
Hosted by the
Bernese Mountain Dog Club
of Northern California
Test 1: Saturday, May 14, 2011
Test 2: Sunday, May 15, 2011
650 Columbus Parkway, Vallejo, CA
Saturdays Judges: Christine Mann & Fred Helmbold
Sundays Judges: Christine Mann & Larry Bohlig
THESE ARE ALL BREED TESTS*
* Bernese Mountain Dog Club of America rules will be observed
Entries close at the Test Secretarys address on Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. (Pacific Time).
Please make checks payable to BMDCNC and mail fee with entry form to the Test Secretary:
Cindy Beckman, 3444 Broderick Street, San Francisco, CA 94123
The Entry & Meal Order Forms are designed to be filled out on your computer while viewing in Acrobat Reader -- just print and mail!
Click here to download Premium List with Entry Form & Meal Order Form
Click here to download Draft Test Entry Form alone
Click here to contact Draft Test Secretary for additional information
May 7th - K9 Cancer Walk with Team Berner
2011 K9 Cancer Walk, Elk Grove, Calif.
Team Berner
Dear Berner Lovers: More information can be found on the Morris Animal Foundation web site. |
Apr 23rd - Annual Awards Lunch
Saturday, April 23rd.
BMDCNC Annual Spring Awards Luncheon and Quarterly Meeting
Enjoy an afternoon of celebrating our Veterans and honoring our berners who earned awards in the last year.
California National Guard Armory in Benicia
11:00am - 4:00pm
Catered Luncheon
Guest Speaker: Author, Barry J. Schieber
Annual Meeting Flyer & Banquet Reservation Form
Members Award Request Form - Must be Received by March 5
Apr 29-May 1st - Kart Kamp 2011
Kart Kamp IV - draft test practice and preparation
Canceled due to insufficient entries.
The Helmbold's - Sugarpine CA
Friday evening - welcome event
Saturday - individual and group exercises
Sunday - lecture and practice draft test
Contact Fred Helmbold - helmbold@norcalbernese.org
Apr 3-9th - BMDCA National Specialty
Goto
http://www.bmdca.org/specialty/2011/index.php
For more information about the National Specialty and to Register Online.
Mar 12th - Draft Work Seminar
Intermediate Draft Work Seminar led by Patty Doolin with Larry Bohlig, Jim Maxwell and Fred Helmbold
Saturday - March 12th 2011 - 10:30AM
Intermediate Draft Registration Form
Location Rusch Park
7801 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights, CA 95610
Feb 12th - Draft work seminar
Beginner/Intermediate Draft Seminar led by Larry Bohlig with Jim Maxwell, Fred Helmbold, and Patty Doolin
Saturday - February 12th 2011 - 10:30AM
Beginner/Intermediate Draft Registration Form
Location Dan Foley Park
Feb\Mar TBD - Health Seminar
Check back for more information.
Jan 22nd - Intro to Draft
First Draft - Intro to Draft Work led by Jim Maxwell with Larry Bohlig and Fred Helmbold
Introduction to Draft Work Seminar.
Intro to Draft Registration form
Location Presidio, San Francisco, CA
Torney Avenue in front of the tiles Thoreau Center. Map included on Registration form
Dec 11th - Holiday Party
T-Shirt Design Contest
Nov 23rd - Board meeting
If any member wants to submit an agenda item they can do so by e-mailing the Secretary at secretary@norcalbernese.org.
If anyone wants to participate in the meeting they can contact the President at president@norcalbernese.org and she will give you the conference call information.
Board Meetings do not count as member attendance events.
Nov 13th and 14th - Draft Test
Draft Tests
Hosted by the
Bernese Mountain Dog Club of Northern California
HOWARTH MEMORIAL PARK
630 Summerfield Road, Santa Rosa, CA
Draft Test Secretary:
Contact Cindy Beckman
Draft Test Judges:
Saturday - Phil Chagnon, BC, Canada & Jim Maxwell, CA
Sunday - Phil Chagnon, BC, Canada & Larry Bohlig, CA
THESE TESTS WILL BE OPEN TO ALL BREEDS
Download the Premium List here
FYI: The PDF entry form can be filled out on your computer and printed out for mailing!
Oct 26th - Board meeting
If any member wants to submit an agenda item they can do so by e-mailing the Secretary at secretary@norcalbernese.org.
If anyone wants to participate in the meeting they can contact the President at president@norcalbernese.org and she will give you the conference call information.
Board Meetings do not count as member attendance events.
Oct 3rd - Farmer John's BMD Day
Eighth Annual Bernese Mountain Dog Day: Sunday, October 3, 2010!
For more information and directions visit Farmer John's Website.
Hosted by "Farmer" John & Eda Muller, Half Moon Bay
*This is not an official BMDCNC event*
Swiss Dog Day Afternoon
August 1st, 2010
13th Annual Swiss Dog Day
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Upper Fort Mason Parade Grounds, San Francisco, CA
Featuring Bernese, Entlebucher, Greater Swiss, and Appenzeller Mountain Dogs & Saint Bernards
Once again, our beautiful Swiss breeds are invited to enjoy Summer in the City together!
Join us for our Conformation, Obedience and Rally Workshops.
You can also enter a Canine Good Citizen Test, the Mountain Dog Triathlon, and an August 1st Swiss National Day Parade.
Come enjoy our famous Swiss-style BBQ Lunch, and the great Raffle and Ways & Means tables.
Entries will be accepted on-site only, August 1st (9:00–10:30 a.m.)
$10 for Workshops / $10 for CGC / $5 for Triathlon
Events start at 10:30 a.m.
Click here for: Flyer, Fort Mason Map, Schedule with Entry Forms
For more information, contact swissday@norcalbernese.org
Aug 24th - Board meeting
If any member wants to submit an agenda item they can do so by e-mailing the Secretary at secretary@norcalbernese.org.
If anyone wants to participate in the meeting they can contact the President at president@norcalbernese.org and she will give you the conference call information.
Board Meetings do not count as member attendance events.
Sept 26th - Indian Summer Picnic
Indian Summer Picnic
Bernese Mountain Dog Club of Northern California
Summer/Fall Membership Meeting
Sunday, September 26, 11:30 to 4:00
Kennedy Park, Napa, CA
Mulberry Picnic Area
Highway 221 near the Napa Valley College south of Imola St. in Napa.
11:30 to 12:00 Meet & Mingle
12:00 Potluck Lunch, Please bring a picnic dish to share and
your own items to BBQ. The club will provide charcoal,
drinks, eating utensils and dessert.
1:00 Membership Meeting
Sign in
Approval of any outstanding minutes
Officer and Committee Reports
Election of New Members
Unfinished Business
New Business
There is a great walking trail for you and
your Berner Buddy to enjoy
Download Flyer
Sept 28th - Board meeting
If any member wants to submit an agenda item they can do so by e-mailing the Secretary at secretary@norcalbernese.org.
If anyone wants to participate in the meeting they can contact the President at president@norcalbernese.org and she will give you the conference call information.
Board Meetings do not count as member attendance events.