4TH ANNUAL TURNER TRIALS 2020
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​We are excited to announce the 2020, 4th Annual Turner Trials
​April 17th, 18th, and 19th at the  McGroarty Arts Center and Tierra Del Sol in Tujunga California. The Turner Trials, registration is now open.

​The Turner Trials are in memory of Penny Scott-Fox’s Flat Coated Retriever, Turner who passed away in November 2016. Turner was an amazing competitor and the winner
​of the NACSW National Invitational in 2015.
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TRIAL HOST: 

​​Penny Scott-Fox
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HIDE SETTER: 

​​​​Jeff McMahon
​Jeff is one of the original nose work competitors, instructors, certifying officials and judges.
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JUDGES:
Jeff McMahon, Penny Scott-Fox & Ramona Audette

3 Full Days of Elite Scent Work Searches
​• Mixed search elements with hides set
  by Jeff McMahon
• Odors—Birch, Anise, Clove (or any
  combo of those)
• Multiple searches per day including more
  than 60 hides during the three day trial.
• Maximum of 40 handler/dog teams​
​• A most excellent and experienced host
  and support crew!​
• We aim to make the event fun and
  engaging for all: dogs, handlers,
​  spectators and helpers!

Location:
Friday:  McGroarty Art Center, Tujunga, CA
Saturday & Sunday: Tierra Del Sol, Tujunga, CA

Competitors Trial Application for Entry:
Entry Registration Form

entry registration form

Applicants must fill out this Form.  Entries will be accepted on a first come first served basis.  Maximum of 40 dog/handler teams accepted.
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We Love Volunteers; Please Register Below:

VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION  FORM

​​Entry Fees:
Three Day Trial, $375.00; One Day Trial $135.00.

​Eligibility:
Entry determined by host based on these criteria:
• Dog/Handler team must competing at the NACSW NW3 level or AKC Masters or equivalent in another scent detection organization (special requests may be considered by the host).
• One dog per handler.  If handler has two equally titled/qualified dogs, handler may choose to run both dogs split
between the three days, but the handler/dogs will be ineligible for any placement or ribbons overall.  Scores will be
kept separate from all other team's scores.  Two dogs per handler will only be allowed if the event does not fill with
single dog/handler teams.
​• In the case the event does not fill with teams with the above qualifications, additional teams may be added by the host.

Search Rules and Scoring Policy:
• Detailed and specific scoring rules for the event will be provided to each confirmed participant with their final confirmation notice.

Video and Photo:
PLAY.PAWS.RECORD will be offering their video services and photography by Susan Goldman 

Refunds:
No refunds after March 1, 2020.