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Enjoying our Dogs in Conformation, Hunting, Tracking, Obedience &
Agility
in South Eastern Pennsylvania & Vicinity
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Calendar of Events
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For more information on these events or to submit an event,
please contact
George Andracavage
Access our National Club at
www.ecsca.org for events
in other regions.
LECSF Club Swim Party &
Meeting
Date:
Sunday
July 12, 2009
Time:
1:00 pm
Place: Sorrentino
Home
610-696-2642
1505 Carter
Place
West Chester,
PA 19382
The meeting will start at
2 pm. We will be voting on the proposed By-law Change
mailed to Members separately.
Please call Lauren
Sorrentino to confirm your attendance and what
appetizer, salad or dessert you are bringing. The main
course will be chicken and ribs. Please call by July
7th.
Bring your swim suits,
towels and chairs to enjoy the fun, or come just for the
meeting.
There are no dogs at this
party. Dogs are welcome at our Annual Meeting in August.
Microchip & Optigen Clinics
Open To All Breeds
AKC Sanctioned B Match –
English Cockers Only
Date:
Saturday May 16th, Rain Date
– Sunday, May 17th, 2009
Location:
Jane Warren’s Farm –
141
South Grantham Rd, Dillsburg, PA 17019
Contact Info:
717-620-8901
(leria1@comcast.net)
Form:
Click
here to download the Microchip & Optigen Match Form
The
Liberty English Cocker Spaniel Fanciers will provide a
barbecue lunch and drinks for members. Liberty members need
to let Jane know whether they are bringing an appetizer,
salad or dessert. A $5.00 donation fee from others would be
appreciated. Call Jane at the above number if you are
staying for lunch so she has the proper count. Call by May
8th, 2009. Please bring chairs and x-pens.
At 11:00
a.m., we will have a conformation handling class. We will
also have demonstrations of agility, obedience, rally and
hunting. The afternoon match will start at 1:00 p.m. Carol
Brown is the judge. Pre-entry is $7.00 and $10.00 the day
of the match. Make checks payable to LECSF, Inc. The
deadline for pre-entry is May 8th, 2009.
There
will be a veterinarian on site to do blood draws for Optigen.
Go to
www.optigen.com and pick the test or tests you want and
write in the 20/20 code. You receive a 5% discount on line;
plus another 20% for the clinic for a total savings of 25%.
Pay by credit card, but bring a copy of your paperwork
with you to be shipped with your blood. LECSF, Inc. will
ship all the blood. A separate check for the blood draw fee
should be made payable to LECSF, Inc. Register for the
blood draws by May 1st, 2009. If you are testing
more than one dog, copy the form.
We are
also having a microchip clinic. This is the American Kennel
Club “CAR” chip and includes a lifetime registration in the
price. Register for this clinic by May 1st,
2009.
Please
copy this form if you are entering more than one dog or
doing more than one dog in the Optigen or Microchip
Clinics. Make all checks payable to LECSF, Inc. and mail
checks to Jane Warren.
Reading
PET EXPO
Greater Reading Expo
Center
Date:
March 20-22, 2009
114
West Hills Rd., Huntington Station, New York 11746
Tel
1-800-677-4677 Fax 631-423-0567
Website:
www.horseandpetexpo.com E-Mail:
petexpo@optonline.net
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COUPONS:
You can go to the
website for discount coupons for $2 off and $3 off
Adult and $1 off children if they purchase in
advance. www.horseandpetexpo.com
ADMISSION:
Adults - $12.00
Children 11 & Under
- $5.00
Children 3 & Under
Admitted Free
DETAILS:
Friday 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
FRIDAY NIGHT IS FAMILY NIGHT-Children 12 and under
are admitted free!
Saturday 10 am - 8 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm
The
primary purpose of the
Reading Pet Expo
is to promote responsible pet ownership and care at
a family event. Additionally it is the goal of the
Pet Expo to bring together representatives from all
areas of the companion animal world, including
manufacturers, distributors, retailers, breeders,
hobbyists, clubs, veterinarians, and animal care
professionals in order to provide the pet loving
public and consumers with the most comprehensive and
exciting exhibitions possible. The
Reading Pet Expo has something for every
animal lover…pet enthusiasts, and the general
public. A fun day for the whole family. The Pet Expo
offers a petting zoo, pony rides and animals of all
kinds. A pet photo contest, demonstrations and much
more appeal to a varied market. Educational seminars
and demonstrations are offered throughout the
weekend Experts in the Pet Industry perform in the
arena and designated areas offering unique programs.
Our performers and programs include The World of
Dogs Program, Rainforest Reptile Shows, Piggyvilla,
a championship Cat Show, A Ferret Show, DiscDogsA2Z,
T & D's Cats of the World, The Alpaca Area, The
Friskies Cat Habitat and Cat Team, Rarities Rare and
Ancient Breeds Dog Show and the Horseworld Arena.
Each and every program at the Reading Pet Expo is
designed to attract new responsible owner and
satisfy the experienced ones…while entertaining all
attendees.
HOST HOTEL: (PET
FRIENDLY)
The Inn at Reading
1040 N. Park Road
Reading, PA 19610
610-372-7811
Rate $89 per night.
There will be an additional one time cleaning charge
of $20 for pets.
You must say you are
with the Reading Pet Expo to get this rate.
TO ALL ASSOCIATIONS:
All volunteers can enter and pick up their badges at
the Exhibitor/Show Information Table. Please remind
your volunteers that they must turn in their badges
at the end of their shift so there will be badges
for the next group of volunteers. We advice
Associations to order at least 2 extra badges. If
you need additional badges you can purchase them on
Friday during setup. Badges are $5 for the weekend
and can be shared by the volunteers as long as they
are returned to the Exhibitor table. We will
have an exercise area for the animals that will be
posted. Please clean up after your pet.
If your dog does have
an accident in the building please clean up right
away! All animals must stay by their booth- they
cannot walk throughout the show. Accept for bathroom
breaks.
However please feel free to take
dogs outside for breaks and exercise.
All groups that are
bringing animals must fill out a waiver form or have
insurance on file with us.
Also must have a health form(s)
for the animals they are bringing stating the animal
has had its vaccinations and the name of their vet.
You can bring the health forms with you to the
show. Attached please find wavier form and health
form, which you can fax to the office (631-423-0567)
or bring with you to the show. We are glad
that you are joining us for the Reading Pet Expo and
look forward to a great show! Any questions
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Conformation &
Grooming Clinic
Date:
November
16, 2008
Time:
11 am - 4 pm
Learn the ins and outs of showing in the LECSF
conformation and grooming clinic. We will go over
the rules and terms of the show ring and will show and
explain the proper method of showing your dog in the
ring. Then we will have a friendly show. Before
all this fun we will have a few members demonstrating
the fine points of grooming.
Canine Creature Comforts
(Corner of Rts. 401 & 30)
81
Lancaster Ave.
Malvern, PA
Call
Bob Wright for information at 610-792-1678
Agenda
11:00
- 12:30: Grooming Clinic - Bring grooming table,
grooming tools, chair and clean detangled dog
11:00
-12:30: Board meeting
12:30
- 1:00: Lunch (provided)
1:00
- 1:30: General Meeting
1:30
- 2:00: Conformation showing specifics, interpreting
premium lists, AKC rules, etc.
2:00
- 4:00: Hands on showing - bring a show lead if you have
one.
A.K.C. Licensed -
Flushing Spaniel Hunting Tests - Premium List
Dates:
Saturday,
13 September 2008 -- Event #2008613408
Sunday, 14 September 2008 -- Event
#2008613409
Location:
Rebel Ridge Farms, Inc.
295
Woods Road
Elkton, Maryland 21912
These Hunting Tests are held under the Rules and
Procedures of the American Kennel Club
All tests are open to all register-able breeds of
flushing spaniels six months of age or older on the day
of the hunting test.
There will be a limit of 40 dogs each day. Entries will
close if the limit is reached prior to the specified
closing date.
Mail entries, with checks payable to the LECSF, Inc. to:
Susan Reese, Test Secretary
465 Summit House
West Chester, PA 19382-6577
(610) 804-6861
Email address: teachers@teachersusan.com
or: flushingspaniels@aol.com
Entries will close at 5:00pm (EST) Saturday, August 30,
2008 with the Hunt Test Secretary at the above address.
Drawing for the running order will be held at 8:00pm
(EST) on Saturday, August 30, 2008 at the home of the
Hunt Test Secretary. If you wish to know your running
order, or have any questions, please call or e-mail the
Test Secretary in the evening before 9:30pm. The
running order will be emailed to all entrants that
include an email address on the entry form.
Schedule and Entry Fees:
Master Hunt Tests 7:30am (EST) $60
Senior Hunt Tests 7:30am (EST) $60
Junior Hunt Tests 7:30am (EST) $60
Entry fees will be refunded in full for a bitch
withdrawn because of coming in season, an entry canceled
before the closing time, or for a dog withdrawn because
of an injury or illness, or for a dog that has died. A
veterinary certificate is required for all health
related refunds.
Pheasants and/or Chukars will be used for the Master and
Senior Tests. Chukars will be used for the Junior
Tests.
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Sat September 13 2008
Junior & Master Hunter Tests
Theresa
Schroeder (ZD662)
1701 Uhler Lane
Finksburg, MD
21048-1516
Bill Pierson
(ZJ229)
P.O. Box 614
Landenberg,
PA 19350
Senior Hunter Test
Charles
Hutchinson (19273)
6314 Arundel
Cove Ave.
Baltimore,
MD, 21226
Loreen
Peterson (Z8304)
6314 Arundel
Cove Ave.
Baltimore,
MD, 21226 |
Sun September 14 2008
Junior & Master Hunter Tests
Charles
Hutchinson (19273)
6314 Arundel
Cove Ave.
Baltimore,
MD, 21226
Loreen
Peterson (Z8304)
6314 Arundel
Cove Ave.
Baltimore,
MD, 21226
Senior Hunter Test
Theresa
Schroeder (ZD662)
1701 Uhler
Lane
Finksburg,
MD 21048-1516
Bill Pierson
(ZJ229)
P.O. Box 614
Landenberg,
PA 19350 |
Prizes:
Standard AKC Rosettes will be awarded to all dogs
earning qualifying scores
Officers of the Liberty English
Cocker Spaniel Fanciers:
President: Darin Cox
2002 Wentworth Dr., Camp
Hill, PA 17011-7447
Vice
President: Christine Clifford
4767 Oak Terrace,
Pennsauken, NJ 08109
Secretary: George Andracavage
1400 Chestnut Street,
Orwigsburg, PA 17961-8943
Treasurer: Nancy Kinal
48 Hillside Ave., Monmouth
Junction, NJ 08852
Hunting Test Committee:
Chairman: Lauren Sorrentino
Secretary: Susan Reese
Members: Darin Cox, George Andracavage,
Elizabeth Grover
Please Note:
The AKC and Liberty require that all people in the field
wear BLAZE ORANGE clothing.
Severe correction or discipline will not be allowed on
any part of the grounds.
Please be thoughtful and clean up after yourself and
your dogs, this includes cigarette butts. Treat the
grounds with the utmost in respect. We extend special
thanks to Madeyln Yelton and Jeff Lyons for generously
allowing us the use of Rebel Ridge Farms.
Lunch and refreshments will be available on the
grounds. Lunches will consist of sandwiches ordered
from a local deli.
Directions To Hunting Test Site:
From Point North (off I-95): Take Rt 896 South towards
Glasgow. Follow Rt 896 approximately 7.2 miles to Rt
71. Turn left onto Rt 71 (if you go over the canal, you
have gone too far). Go 2.3 miles. Turn right onto Steele
Road (which becomes Woods Road in MD). Go 1.4 miles.
Turn right into Rebel Ridge Farms, Inc.
From Points South (off I-95): Take exit for Rt 279
South. Follow Rt 279 for a few miles. Turn left onto Rt
213 South. Follow Rt 213 for approximately 4.5 miles (if
you go over the canal, you have gone too far). Turn left
onto Elk Forest Road. Take an immediate right onto
Knights Corner Road. Proceed 0.4 miles. Turn left onto
Woods Road. Go 0.7 miles. Turn left to 295 Woods Road,
Rebel Ridge Farms, Inc.
Motel Accommodations:
Please check with the motel concerning their policy for
dogs.
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Elkton Inn
Route 40, Elkton, MD
410-398-0530
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Econo
Lodge
Route 279, Elkton, MD
410-392-5010
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Motel 6
Route 279, Elkton, MD
410-392-5020
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Elkton Lodge
Route 279, Elkton, MD
410- 398-9400
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Annual LECSF Meeting and
Picnic
Date:
Saturday August 16, 2008
Time: 12:00
pm - 3:00 pm
This
annual event combines a social event for the members,
the annual meeting on LECSF business, the election of
LECSF officers and board members, and BAER testing.
By-law
amendments will be discussed and a vote
taken.
Bring
a covered dish, dogs,
chair and swim wear. Please call Anne
McCullough (610-827-7469) to RSVP and to get
information on food items you should bring
(salad, dessert, etc).
If
you plan to take advantage of Dr. Loews BAER
Hearing Clinic please call Bob Wright
(610-792-1678) to make and appointment.
The clinic begins at 10:00am.
Location:
McCullough Residence
1442 Horseshoe Trail
Chester Springs, PA 19425
Host: Anne
McCullough
Phone:
610-827-7469
Rain date 8/17/08
Liberty English Cocker Spaniel Fanciers, Club Meeting and
Picnic
Date: July 12, 2008
Sorrentino Residence, West Chester, PA
Lauren Sorrentino
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Canine Creature Comforts
Date: May 18, 2008
Liberty English Cocker Spaniel Fanciers, Activities Demos,
Club Meeting & Pizza Lunch
http://www.caninecreaturecomforts.com
Presenting... A Day of Fun and Activities
Come out and be introduced to training in Obedience, Agility,
Tracking, Rally and Hunting
(hands on in Agility and Rally)
Virginia Hoffman CPDT - Pet Therapy Evaluator will talk on Behavior
Problem Solving.
& Dr Evelyn Orenbuch will talk on Veterinary Chiropractic and
Acupuncture.
Activities to start at 9:30 am with a club meeting to be held
duringthe lunch break (around 11:30) at Canine Creature Comforts 81
Lancaster Ave, Malvern, Pa. (corner of Route 401 & Route 30).
Free to all members. $8.00 to non-members
Please call Lauren Sorrentino @ 610-696-2642 or Bob Wright @ 610-
792-1678 by May 10, 2008
(so we have an idea of how many are attending for ordering
lunch)
English Cocker Spaniel Club of
America National Specialty
http://www.ecsca.org/
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Event |
Date |
Location |
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Hunt Test |
April 11-12, 2008 |
@Far Meadow Farm,
Chester Springs, PA |
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Tracking Test |
April 13, 2008 |
@Arkadia Farm,
Chester Springs, PA |
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Agility Trial |
April 14, 2008 |
@Lancaster Host
Conference Center |
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Obedience Trials |
April 15, 2008 |
@Lancaster Host
Conference Center |
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Show |
April 15-18, 2008 |
@Lancaster Host
Conference Center |
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