Schedule of Events

Friday 10/24	Saturday 10/25	Sunday   10/26	Monday 10/27	Tuesday 10/28	Wednesday 10/29	Thursday 10/30	Friday  10/31	Saturday 11/01	Sunday 11/02
ESSFTA Hunting Test	Convention Center Move-In		DFWESSA Sweepstakes Dog/Bitch   born 03/27/07-04/27/08	DFWESSA Conformation Dog classes	Balance of DFWESSA Conformation Bitch classes	ESSFTA Sweepstakes Dog/Bitch born 03/30/07 - 04/30/08	ESSFTA Conformation Dog classes	Balance of ESSFTA Conformation Bitch classes	ESSFTA   Tracking Test
	ESSFTA Springer only Agility	DFWESSA Springer only Agility	Welcome Party	DFWESSA Conformation Beginning Bitch classes	DFWESSA Obedience		ESSFTA Obedience	Rescue Parade
		Springer Agility Challenge		DFWESSA Rally	DFWESSA Junior Showmanship	ESSFTA Rally	ESSFTA Conformation Beginning Bitch classes	ESSFTA   Junior Showmanship
				DNA Blood Draw	DFWESSA Anniversay Celebration	Judges Education	ESSFTA Veteran classes	ESSFTA Team Obedience
				Canine Reproduction Seminar	DFWESSA Veterans & Best of Breed	ESRA Party		ESSFTA Best of Breed
					Parent Club Meeting			ESSFTA  Awards Banquet

 Conformation, Rally & Obedience
Premium Available


Hunting Test:
Friday, October 24, 2008, Premium Available
The hunting test grounds are located approximately 45 miles from the Host Hotel.
Accommodations close to the test grounds will be listed in the premium.
Hunting test premiums will be posted on this site
or you can request one be sent.
Please contact Randy Capsel, HT Secretary,
trlwnd@netins.net
(515) 971-2861

Tracking Test:
Sunday, November 2, 2008 Premium Available

Agility:
ESSFTA Saturday, October 25, 2008.
DFWESSA Sunday, October 26, 2008

Agility Challenge:
Sunday, October 26, 2008.
DFWESSA proudly announces the first-ever Agility Challenge.
Come cheer for the top Springer agility exhibitors in this unique and special event.
Springers can qualify for the Agility Challenge by completing one of the following criteria:

* Complete an AKC MACH title before May 31, 2008, OR
* Complete five AKC Excellent B Standard runs and
five AKC Excellent B Jumpers With Weaves runs between
January 1, 2007, and May 31, 2008

* Complete five AKC Excellent B Standard Preferred runs and
five AKC Excellent B Jumpers With Weaves Preferred runs between
January 1, 2007, and May 31, 2008.

 This event will also feature Dueling Weavepole Races.

All agility events are held indoors on carpeting.

 The DFWESSA Agility Challenge and Dueling Weavepole Races
are non-sanctioned, non-qualifying, and non-titling events. 
They are not recognized by the AKC.
For more information contact Windle Ewing at wrewing@verizon.net or (972) 612-1653

 
Welcome Party:
Monday, October 27, 2008.
The Welcome Party sponsored by DFWESSA will be held at the Host Hotel. 
This special evening will offer food, drinks and the best in TEXAS hospitality. 
You don’t want to miss it.

 Junior Handling:
Tuesday, October 28, 2008.
Junior Showmanship Handling Seminar
Session I
30 minutes after the completion of judging for the day.
Hosted by Former Juniors who handled Springers.
Seminar open to any junior or any future junior. 
Participants are welcome to attend one or both seminars.
For more questions regarding junior activities contact Betsy Keith at rbcjs@swbell.net or (281) 731-7756

 
DNA Draw:
Tuesday, October 28, 2008.
Please bring dog’s pedigree and sign up to submit DNA to the ESSFTA Foundation’s DNA Bank.
  DNA forms can be found at http://www.essfta.org/essfta_Foundation/DNA_FAQ.htm
Please have forms filled out in advance.
Collecting will be held Tuesday after breed judging.
For questions regarding the DNA Draw, contact Ann Hammack at sunburstess1@aol.com or (816) 797-2847

 
Canine Reproduction Seminar:
Tuesday, October 28, 2008.
Our very own Patti Meiser, DVM will present a seminar on
The Logistics of Long Distance Breedings.
The discussion will cover the differences and difficulties associated with
the use of Fresh Chilled and Frozen Semen breedings.
The disscussion will include a brief overview of ovulation timing
for successful outcomes in these types of breedings. 
Evening seminar-Pending judging the time and location
for this “don’t want to miss” seminar will be posted at the Show Central booth.

 
DFWESSA 10th Anniversary Celebration:
Wednesday, October 29, 2008. 
In 1998 DFWESSA held its first Conformation Specialty and we couldn’t be
prouder that 10 years later we are hosting the National Specialty.
  Help us celebrate as we reminisce and enjoy a little anniversary cake.

 
Junior Handling-Session II:
Thursday, October 29, 2008.
Junior Showmanship Handling Seminar
30 minutes after the completion of judging for the day.
Hosted by Former Juniors who handled Springers.
Seminar open to any junior or any future junior. 
Participants are welcome to attend one or both seminars.

 
ESRA Dinner:

Attention all Springer lovers
Please join us for our very special
10th Anniversary Celebration Dinner
and Live Auction of Springer Collectibles.
Thursday October 30, 2008 6:30 PM
Texas - Style Barbecue
This year a surprise show has been added to help us celebrate.
Come join us for an evening of good food and fun
Cost is $30 per person and tickets can be purchased on the Online Order Form
All proceeds are to support ESRA.
This event is open to anyone who loves Springers!
Contact Caryn Pola at rescuespringers@hotmail.com if you have questions.
We sold out last year so get your tickets early.

Juniors Halloween Party:
Friday, October 31, 2008
  Costume Contest - 30 minutes after the conclusion of bitch judging
Refreshments and Lots of Fun for the Juniors
Prizes for:
Best Junior Costume
Best Dog Costume
Owner/Pet Look Alike

 
Veteran - Evening Competition:
Friday, October 31, 2008.
We're Rolling out the Denim and Diamonds for the Veterans.
What is a Denim and Diamond event you ask? 
Think of the TV show Dallas and the Oil Baron’s Ball. 
In Texas we combine our Sunday best with our best pair of blue jeans.
What better way to celebrate Halloween in Texas than to get a little
Cowboy for the evening. Judge Dana Cline has agreed to judge in jeans
and we encourage both exhibitors and spectators alike to do the same
…..but remember, a Texan wears jeans with a little bling.
  Get into the spirit of this Texas Halloween by dusting off your
boots, concho belts and diamonds and join us
for a relaxed evening where we celebrate our favorite class, Veterans.
Chili dinner served until we run out!

 
Rescue Parade:
Saturday, November 1, 2008.
Always a hit at the national specialty.
The parade will be held in the conformation ring.
Entries will be limited to 20 dogs.
The Rescue Parade is limited to dogs and bitches that have been placed
through a rescue organization. All rescue dogs shall be spayed or neutered.
Dogs that have been "re-homed," returned to the breeder, and/or through the
breeder have found a new home,
are not eligible for the Rescue Parade.
There is no age limitation.
For additional information and for entries,
contact Suzanne Bell at (562) 431-2354 or petdetail@hotmail.com or
Kate Kyer at (972) 365-8767 or kateflies8@aol.com

 
Awards Banquet:
Saturday, November 1, 2008.
The Annual Awards Banquet will be held at the
Sheraton’s Plaza on the Hill. The cost for the awards dinner is $35.
Tickets can be purchased on the On-line Order Form.

 
Tracking Test:
Date: November 2, 2008
Tracks offered: 4 TD and 4 TDX
Location: Erwin Park, McKinney Texas
Judges: Sally Elkins and Ginny Conway
Test Secretary: Lynn Kaemmerer, 1 Glenridge Dr. Littleton, Co 80123, 303-794-9246, kaemmerer@msc.com
Test Chairperson: Jean Hilbig, 3-3-467-2499, Hilbigjrg@aol.com
Premium List Available.
Erwin Park has rolling hills and mowed field grass as cover.
TDX obstacles include roads and woods.  The park is a haven for mountain bikers.
Tracking teams should expect to encounter mountain bikers on or near their tracks.
Although there are bike trails, the bikes are not always on the trails. Train appropriately.
 

Hospitality:
Continental breakfast will be available 
each morning from 7 am in Room 1915 at the Sheraton

Evening Hospitality
Also available in Room 1915 of the Sheraton
Saturday, October 25 - 6:30 pm-Host needed
Sunday, October 26 - 6:30 pm - Hosted by The Springer Showcase & The West Coast Clubs
Tuesday, October 28 - 6:30 pm - Hosted by Sheriff Big Dog & the Springer Ranch Gals
Inviting you to share in some fun at "The Best Little Doghouse in Texas"
Wednesday, October 29 - 6:30 pm-Hosted by Dorothy Cherry