BORDER TERRIER CLUB OF AMERICA
2004 NATIONAL SPECIALTY

INFORMATION PACKAGE

August 15th through 20th, 2004
Gardner Fish & Gun Club
538 Clark St, Gardner, MA 01440-1252
Hosted by the Northeast Border Terrier Club

This Specialty is dedicated to the memory of the two Kates -
 
Kate Murphy and Kate Seemann
Two ladies, in every sense of the word, who contributed mightily to the success of
the Border Terrier in the United States.

Specialty Committee

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Specialty Site Information

Our site for the 2004 Specialty is once again the Gardner Fish & Gun Club, 538 Clark St, Gardner, MA 01440-1252 - the same site as 1999. The Club grounds offer a spacious, natural setting with a pond (enlarged since 1999), and space for RV parking and camping. Hospitality will be located in the air-conditioned Club House with a free continental breakfast available Monday thru Friday. A daily lunch menu will be offered at a very reasonable price. There will be ample ringside tenting to provide protection from sun or rain - it is New England in August after all!

ALCOHOL POLICY

The Gardner Fish & Gun Club has a State Liquor License. State Law Dictates "That NO Alcoholic Beverages May Be Brought Onto Club Property (Grounds, Buildings). All Parties Must Conform To State Alcoholic Beverage Laws, Which Will Be Strictly Enforced"

For your convenience, alcoholic beverages may be purchased at the Club Bar, which is open from 4:00pm on weekdays and from 11:00am on weekends.

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Hotel Reservations and Information

There will be no host hotel for the 2004 BTCA National Specialty. Instead, the focus will be on the Gardner Fish & Gun Club, where all events will take place and hospitality will abound. However, a block of rooms have been reserved at the following area motel until 15 July 2004. Please mention the BTCA when making your reservation.

Motel 6, Leominster (approx. 18 miles from show site)
48 Commercial Street, Leominster, MA 01453 (Exit 32 off Route 2)
Phone: (978) 537-8161 Fax: (978) 537-2082
115 Rooms, renovated in 2002, outdoor pool, nice grassy area for exercising dogs, coin laundry, kids stay free, complimentary morning coffee, data ports. Near mall and restaurants.

The Devens Inn, Fort Devens (approx. 26 miles from show site)
22 10th Mountain Division Road, Devens, MA 01432 (Exit 37B off Route 2)
Phone: (978) 772-4300 Fax: (978) 772-4749
60 rooms, all with 2 full size beds, pull-out sofa, private bath, fully equiped kitchenette. Handicapped accessible.
Rates: $75 + tax, per night Dogs accepted - a one-time $30 non-refundable cleaning fee is charged.

PLEASE NOTE: The BTCA Room Policy will be in effect and strictly enforced. Rooms may be subject to joint inspection by Hotel Staff. We recommend that you examine your room on check in and if you see any damage that might subsequently be attributed to your dog(s), please report it to a member of the Hotel Staff as soon as possible.

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Camping Information and Reservations

Please note: we have received tremendous interest in camping on site; consequently we will need your full cooperation, patience and consideration to ensure that everyone is accommodated fairly.

With the exception of 2004 Specialty Committee members, no RVs will be permitted on the show site prior to 2:00 pm Friday 13 August.

Please print, complete and mail the Specialty Reservation/Order Forms in this package.

ALL campers must check in on arrival at the show site (signs will be posted).

There are no electrical hook-ups or showers. Pump-out of RV tanks will be scheduled for a moderate fee. Fresh water tanks can also topped up via hose - owing to the extent of the hose required, this water may not be suitable for drinking. We recommend that you arrive with your fresh water and propane tanks full, and your gray and black water tanks empty. Ice runs and gas runs (you must provide an approved container) will be made for those without auxiliary transportation. Latest departure is Saturday, August 21st. There is no charge for Camping or RV parking but you are required to register prior to July 23, 2004 using the Camping/RV Section of the Specialty Reservation/Order Forms. Parking places will be assigned on the basis of the information received.

If you would prefer full amenities, we suggest the following area campgrounds:

Lamb City Campground, Phillipston (approx 20 min. West of show site)
85 Royalston Road, Phillipston, MA 01331
Phone: 1-800-292-LAMB or (978) 249-2049
Full facility campground. NOTE: If you are travelling with breeds other than Border Terriers, be sure to check their "Animal Policy" which excludes many breeds.

Otter River State Forest, Baldwinville (approx 20 min. from show site)
Baldwinville, MA
Phone: 1-877-345-6777 or (978) 939-8962
No electricity except in bathhouse, Variety store and gas 1 mile away.
ALSO....in complex is Lake Denison Campground (978-297-1609) which has a pumping station for RVs

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Specialty Schedule

Sunday, August 15
Board Meeting, Health Seminar, New England Clam Bake and Welcome Party

Monday, August 16
Sweeps (Puppy & Veteran) - judge: Palle Thomsen (Denmark)
Obedience - judges: Regular Classes & Team - Mike Calhoun (Canada), Non-regular Classes & Team - Elizabeth "Tibby" Chase (MA)
Earthdog/Working Terrier Seminar (Palle Thomsen)

Tuesday, August 17
Earthdog - judges: Master- Palle Thomsen, Senior - Judy Todd (NJ), Junior - Duane Pulford (MN), Introduction to Quarry - Joe Schrimpf (FL)
Parade of Honor, BBQ & Celtic Music (live band)

Wednesday, August 18
Judges' Seminar (Bob Naun),
Breed judging (dogs & start of bitches) - judge: Ruth Ann Naun (NY),
Juniors Showmanship - judge: Jennifer Wichman (CO),
BTCA Annual General Meeting

Thursday, August 19
Breed judging (completion),
Awards Supper & Silent Auction

Friday, August 20
Agility - judge: Kim Bosco (VT), CGC Test (Marg Pough), Ratting for Ratings

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Premium List Information

Premium Lists for the Specialty Events (Agility, Obedience, Sweepstakes, Conformation and Earthdog) will be mailed by the Superintendent (MB-F inc.) to all BTCA members and Regional Club members where information was provided. If you do not receive a premium list or require additional copies, please contact:
MB-F Inc., PO Box 22107, Greensboro, NC 27420-2107
(336) 379-9352 www.infodog.com

NOTE: Entries for Earthdog and Agility MUST be mailed to the event secretaries NOT MB-F Inc. - Closing Date July 23, 2004

Closing date for Breed, Obedience and Sweepstakes is 12 noon, Wednesday July 28, 2004.

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Deadline Summary

Tuesday, June 01, 2004
Catalog Advertising

Friday, July 02, 2004
T-Shirt orders

Thursday, July 15, 2004
Reservations for reserved block at Motel 6

Friday, July 23, 2004
RV and Camping Reservations On-site
Clam Bake, BBQ and Awards Supper Reservations
Earthdog Seminar Registration
Identification Clinic Registration
Health Seminar
Agility Video Orders
Closing date for Earthdog and Agility

Wednesday, July 28, 2004
Closing date for Conformation, Sweepstakes, Obedience, Junior Showmanship

Sunday, August 01, 2004
Deadline for receipt of shipped items for the Auction

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Catalog Advertising

Take advantage of our "lower than 1999" rates

Conformation, Obedience, Agility, Earthdog, or the couch! No matter where your BTs shine, our all-inclusive 2004 Specialty Catalog is the place to showcase your dogs, your kennel or to simply send best wishes.

NOTE EARLY DEADLINE: June 1st, 2004

Full Page (4.5 x 7.5 inches) (with 1 photo) = $40
Half Page (4.5 x 3.25 inches) (with 1 photo) = $25
Qtr. Page (4.5 x 1 inches) (no photo) = $10
Business card (8 to a page) = $6 each
Additional photos $10 each

Make checks payable to BTCA and mail with Advertising Copy to:
Ann Steinbacher, 16 Beaver Brook Drive, Sussex, NJ 07461-4434

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Specialty Wear for "the casual, the classic and the cool"

(Click linked colors to see an approximation.)

T-Shirts (100% quality cotton), featuring our full color Specialty Design on the back and our Specialty Emblem on the front Available Colors: White, Ash, Cobblestone, Natural
Sizes:	S M L XL	$16.00
	2XL 3XL	$18.00
Polo Shirts (short sleeve, 100% Peruvian cotton), Specialty Emblem embroidered on front Available Colors: Butter, Dill, Light Blue, Stone, Gray Heather, Slate Blue
Sizes:	S M L XL	$25.00
	2XL 3XL	$27.00
Mock Turtle Neck (long sleeve pure combed cotton), Specialty Emblem embroidered on front Available Colors: Dill, White
Sizes:	S M L XL	$27.00
	2XL 3XL	$29.00
Please print, complete and mail the Specialty Reservation/Order Forms in this package. PLEASE NOTE EARLY DEADLINE FOR ORDERING: July 02, 2004
Specialty Design		Specialty Emblem

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Working Terrier/Earthdog Seminar

Please print, complete and mail the Specialty Reservation/Order Forms in this package.

Monday August 16th

$15.00 Pre-registration required (please use the Specialty Reservation/Order Forms in this package). Deadline July 23, 2004

Palle Thomsen (Denmark) has been hunting with Border Terriers, both above and below ground, for twenty years. In addition to judging Sweepstakes and Earthdog, he will once again share his knowledge of the Border Terrier as "essentially a working terrier". His previous seminars in the United States have been very well received and attended - we encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about our breed and what it needs to do the job for which it was bred.

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Clam Bake, BBQ and Awards Supper

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Please print, complete and mail the Specialty Reservation/Order Forms in this package for the catered meals.

Deadline for all meal reservation is: July 23, 2004

Sunday August 15th - 6:30 pm Traditional New England Clam Bake
Lobster (1.5lb), steamers, clam chowder, corn on the cob, salad, rolls, dessert).
$35.00 (tax & gratuity included).
Unable to eat shellfish? We invite you to bring an alternative or join us after eating.

Tuesday August 17th - 6:30 pm Chicken BBQ
Country style BBQ including half chicken, baked potato, cole slaw, cranberry sauce, rolls, dessert
$12.00 (tax & gratuity included).
The Celtic Connection - live music
Join us for some toe-tapping Celtic music during and after the BBQ

Thursday, August 19th - 7:00 pm Awards Supper
Choice of prime rib, baked stuffed chicken breast or vegetarian lasagna, vegetables, potatoes, salad, rolls, dessert
$15.00 (tax & gratuity included).

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Other Meals

Continental Breakfast Monday thru Friday courtesy of the Northeast Border Terrier Club

Traditional cooked breakfast (bacon, sausage and eggs), daily lunch menu (cheeseburgers, hamburgers, hot dogs, clam chowder, baked beans, sandwiches), hot and cold drinks available for purchase on site.

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Judges Breed Study Group (Judges Seminar)

Wednesday August 18th - 8:00 am (no fee or reservation required - sign up on the day)
Judges, owners and breeders are cordially invited to attend this seminar which is being facilitated by Bob Naun. The BTCA actively encourages and supports judges' and breeders' education. The preservation of the Border Terrier as a working terrier depends on the entire fancy understanding all aspects of proper conformation. This illustrated seminar, designed to educate judges, carefully details the points of conformation which a Border Terrier needs to do its job. Here is your chance to learn the differences and commonalities between Border Terriers and other terrier breeds.
Certificate of Participation available to attending Judges.

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BTCA Annual General Meeting

Wednesday, August 18th (following judging)
This is your club, and the AGM is your opportunity to have a say in the decisions that will affect you as club members.

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Silent Auction

Thursday August 19th
As usual, we will be hosting a Silent Auction at the National Specialty Awards Supper. Border Terrier related art, memorabilia, accessories, etc. are needed to make this auction a success! As with our beloved breed, it is quality and uniqueness that count, not quantity! Proceeds will benefit the BTCA education program, health fund or welfare, so please donate generously and early.
This lively event promises to get even livelier (bordering on "raucous") when Ron Sebastiani and Ed Bear team up for the "not-so-silent" segments of the auction.
Please send your articles to:
Sheila Demers, 35 Easton Street, Granby, MA 01033
(Deadline for receipt of shipped articles is August 01, 2004)
Be sure to include a description of the item and its value. Thank you!

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BTCA Sponsored Health Seminar

Sunday, August 15th 3:00 -5:00 pm
Scott Schatzberg DVM and Tristan Weinkle DVM will be presenting a seminar on "Seizure disorders, encephalopathies and cramping". This important and timely seminar is being funded by the BTCA Health Fund and is free to Border Terrier enthusiasts.
Although there is no fee, registration is required, please E-mail Marg Pough (mbp1@cornell.edu) with the number of people attending and their names
(or snail mail information to: Marg Pough 132 Genung Circle, Ithaca, NY 14850)
Deadline July 23, 2004

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Permanent Identification Clinic

The requirement for permanent identification for each dog is expanding.
DNA profiles positively identify an individual dog and are used for parentage documentation. Frequently used sires, and those where frozen or shipped semen is used, require that a DNA profile is on file.
We can expect in the future that DNA profiles will be required for all breeding animals. DNA profiles ensure the integrity of our pedigrees. Microchip, or other permanent identification, is now required by both OFA and CERF if the dog is to be entered in the AKC database.
In addition, permanent ID will be required for any Border being entered into the Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) database. The Canine Health Committee of the AKC Delegate body has suggested that where a microchipped dog has a DNA profile done after the chip is inserted, the chip data be entered in the DNA database. Thus a profiled dog only needs to be scanned in order to prove it is that dog.
The BTCA offers Clinics throughout the Specialty Week (daily times will be posted)
To ensure that we have enough swabs and chips on hand, please E-mail Marg Pough (mbp1@cornell.edu) with the number of dogs for DNA and number of dogs for Microchip
(or snail mail information to: Marg Pough 132 Genung Circle, Ithaca, NY 14850) .
Deadline July 23, 2004
DNA PROFILING: $30 ($5/dog saving)
MICROCHIPPING with Companion Animal Recovery Registration $35

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Canine Good Citizen Test

Each qualifying dog will be mailed a personalized CGC collar tag.
Sign up on the day, $10.00 per dog.
Testing will be offered throughout the week - time schedule will be posted daily.
Bring your dog license and rabies certificate with you.
Main testing day will be Friday August 20th.
Marg Pough is the organizer will be looking for volunteers to assist with the test. We encourage you to participate

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Fun! Fun! Fun! - Ratting for Ratings

Attention all earthdogs, show dogs, performance dogs and especially family pets!

Friday, August 20th
This is an equal opportunity activity that is all about teamwork.
Come and see how well your dog knows his nose, and how well you know your dog. JoAnn Frier-Murze is orchestrating this fun event in which dogs have the opportunity to find safely secured quarry hidden in natural locations and indicate their find to their handlers. No prior experience required.
$5.00 per dog, sign up on the day.

AKC Junior Handler Program

In addition to the regular Junior Showmanship Classes (information in premium list), do not forget the AKC Junior Handler Program for juniors competing in agility, obedience and earthdog. Juniors are responsible for obtaining a JHC Number from the AKC prior to participation. They must also obtain and complete the necessary form and submit it to the judge under whom they qualified for signature. To be eligible for the program, juniors must have trained and handled the dog with which they are competing. Complete information on the program may be obtained from the AKC.

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Daily Program for Juniors

Daily events and activities focusing on the next generation of Border Terrier fanciers with the emphasis on teamwork, fun and good sportsmanship. Activities, times and locations will be posted in Hospitality.
Events under consideration include a BT movie night, Scavenger Hunt, Fishing Derby, Rally Obedience and other fun stuff. Encourage your youngster to discover that there is much more to dog shows than watching mom or dad in the ring.

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Agility Video - Important

K9TV (official Video) will only video the Agility if they receive a minimum of 25 fully paid up orders by July 23, 2004. Cost is $27.00 (includes S&).
Please print, complete and mail the Specialty Reservation/Order Forms in this package.

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Obedience Video - Important

K9TV will be unable to video the obedience at our Specialty. We are seeking a willing volunteer to capture the antics and achievements of the competitors in this challenging and frequently entertaining event. Please contact Jenny Chambers 802-253-4789 norbury@pshift.com if you are interested.

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Trophy Fund

It is not too late to donate to the Specialty Trophy Fund!
Donations received too late to be acknowledged in the Catalog will be acknowledged in a future issue of the Borderline.
Please make checks payable to the BTCA and mail to: Bert Beaulieu, 2004 Trophy Fund, 1345 Washington Avenue, Portland ME 04103.

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Border to Border Celebration

The Border Terrier has left his paw prints from coast to coast and in all our hearts.
We invite you to celebrate and demonstrate his international and national impact by bringing flags, posters, and any other geographically significant items you can pack that we can use to decorate the hospitality area.
We also encourage campers to display their national pride in imaginative ways.
There may be other impromptu Border-to-Border celebrations during the week if time permits.

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Vendors

If you are interested in reserving concession space at the 2004 Specialty, please contact Debbie Lawton at dlawton@bristol.mass.edu. Vendors who will be bringing RVs must fill out an RV reservation form.

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Non-Specialty Events

SUPPORTED ENTRY SHOWS
NOTE THESE SHOWS ARE LIMITED ENTRY
Site for all shows: Royal Plaza Convention Center, Fitchburg, MA
Superintendent: MB-F Inc., PO Box 22107, Greensboro, NC 27420-2107
(336) 379-9352 www.infodog.com
Friday August 13th
Wachusett KC (with Obedience) - Borders: Edd E. Bivin
Saturday August 14th
Wachusett KC (with Obedience) - Borders: Peggy A. Hogg
Sunday August 15th
Greater Lowell KC (with Obedience) - Borders: Robert E. Hutton

AKC EARTHDOG TESTS
Site for both tests: Gardner Fish & Gun Club, Gardner, MA
Secretary for both tests: Michael Pitisci, PO Box 493
Brimfield, MA 01010-0493
(413) 245-7340 mpitisci@hotmail.com
Saturday August 14th
Greater Boston Area Earthdog Club
Sunday August 15th
Bay Colony Dachshund Club

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Travel and Airport Information

For the purpose of travel arrangements, the area is served by the following airports:

Logan International, Boston, MA (1-800-23-LOGAN) (approx. 62 miles from show site) Served by all major airlines
Car Rental Companies: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty. (Note: Enterprise and Thrifty are located "off-airport" at nearby facilities)

Manchester Airport, Manchester, NH (603-624-6539) (approx. 75 miles from show site) Served by US Air, Delta, Continental, Metrojet, Air Canada, United, Southwest Air, Northwest Air
Car Rental Companies: Avis, Dollar, Budget, Hertz, National, Thrifty

Worcester Regional Airport, Worcester, MA (508-799-1741) (approx. 35 miles from show site) Served by Delta, US Air, American Eagle
Car Rental Companies: Avis, National, Thrifty, Hertz

Bradley International Airport, Windsor Locks, CT (approx. 100 miles from show site) Served by American, American West, Continental, Delta, Delta Express, Midwest Express Southwest Air, Northwest Air, United, US Air
Car Rental Companies: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Hertz, National, Thrifty

For intrepid road warriors, Gardner is pretty much "slap dang" in the middle of New England, that is approximately 2030 miles from Austin, TX; 3050 miles from Long Beach, CA; 1190 miles from St. Louis, MO; 3140 miles from Portland, OR; 1255 miles from Ocala, FL; and a mere 550 miles from Toronto, ON (Canada).

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Weather Information

August in New England can be unpredictable to say the least. In addition to planning for hot, sunny conditions, we recommend that you come equally prepared for late summer storms and potentially cool weather, especially at night.
On-line weather information (5 day forecasts): www.weather.com

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Directions to Site

Directions from East to Gardner Fish & Gun Club
Route 2 west to Exit 24B (Rt. 140 N). Follow Rt. 140 N for 4.6 miles, turn left onto Green St. Follow Green St. for 0.5 miles, take first right onto Eaton St. Travel 1.2 miles and take first right onto Clark St. The site is 1.2 miles on left.
Directions from West to Gardner Fish & Gun Club
Route 2 east to Exit 22 to Route 68 North. Follow Rt. 68 through downtown Gardner (approx. 1.9 miles). Turn right onto Acadia Rd. and follow to end (approx 0.4 miles). Turn right onto Ryan St. then Left onto Clark St. The site will be on left approximately 0.5 miles.
NOTE: We recommend that large RVs coming from the west on Route 2 avoid downtown Gardner by taking exit 24 (there is no 24B exit on eastbound Route 2).
Follow Rt. 140 N for 4.6 miles, turn left onto Green St. Follow Green St. for 0.5 miles, take first right onto Eaton St. Travel 1.2 miles and take first right onto Clark St. The site is 1.2 miles on left.

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Emergency Information

Full information on Emergency Services, including directions, will be contained in the Exhibitor Package. In the unfortunate event of your requiring emergency services prior to picking up your Package, please keep the following information available:

Police Fire & Ambulance - TEL: 911
or
Gardner Police Dept. - TEL: (978) 632-5600
Gardner Fire & Rescue Squad. TEL: (978) 632-1616
Heywood Memorial Hospital (the "people" variety)
242 Green St. Gardner, MA
TEL: (978) 632-3420
Gardner Animal Care Center 73 Eaton St., Gardner, MA
TEL: (978) 632-7110

Please note that there will be Specialty Committee members on-site from August 13th and we are available to assist you in any way we can.

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Area Attractions

Historic City of Boston (approx 1 hr. East of Specialty Site) Boston is the epitome of American history. Come visit the legacy of the early American colonies along with museums and more!

Historic Concord, MA (approx. 30 min. East of site).

Deerfield and South Deerfield (south of Greenfield MA - approx. 1 hr. from site) Visit the Yankee Candle Factory and Car Museum, the Bavarian Christmas Village and Kringle Market; dine at the Chandlers Tavern Restaurant in South Deerfield or take a walking tour through historic Deerfield, (settled in 1669).

The Lake Denison Recreation Area and The Otter River State Forest, , (Winchendon MA - approx. 15 min. from site)

Shelburne Falls (approx 1 hr. west of site) featured in the book "The 100 Best Art Towns of America" boasting a wealth of Artists' Studios, Galleries, Crafts and Specialty Shops, Restaurants and Bookstores, plus the internationally famous Bridge of Flowers and the glacial potholes of Salmon Falls.

Old Sturbridge Village (approx 1 hr. southeast of site) Step out of your world and into ours. Explore early New England in the company of farmers, craftsmen, and fascinating characters. Celebrate yesterday's proud traditions on your remarkable journey into America's past. Together with nearby Brimfield, Sturbridge is a Mecca for antique lovers.

Lunt Design Center and Marketplace (Silversmiths) (Greenfield, MA - approx. 45 min. west of site) Visit the Designworks Factory, tour the Silver Garden and dine at the Artisan's Cafe.

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Area Activities

Gardner Municipal Golf Course (approx. 2 miles from show site)
152 Eaton St, Gardner, MA 1440 (Exit 23 off Route 2)
Phone: (978) 632-9703 Fax: (978) 632-2029
Dress code: No tank tops or cutoffs

The Woods of Westminster Public Golf Course (approx. 11 miles from show site) 90 Bean Porridge Hill Rd, Westminster, MA 01473 (Exit 32 off Route 2) Phone: (978) 874-0500 Fax: (978) 874-0777
Dress code: Collared shirt, no other requirements

Barton Cove Canoe and Kayak Rentals (approx. 35 miles from show site)
Rt. 2, Gill, MA, Phone: (413) 863-9300
Shuttle service for paddlers on the Connecticut River.

WEB SITES
For Boston tourist information:- www.boston.usa.com For travel information:- www.freetrip.com

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BORDER TERRIER CLUB OF AMERICA, INC., ROOM RESPONSIBILITY POLICY

The BTCA has adopted the following rules in order to ensure that its members and their dogs will be welcome at hotels in the future. Any individual attending a BTCA sanctioned event and staying in a hotel, motel, inn or campsite/fairground has the responsibility of leaving that room or campsite exactly as found. This includes picking up after dogs on the grounds. Anyone who damages a room or campsite/fairground and does not report the damage to the hotel/campsite/fairground management, and make immediate restitution or arrangements to do so within a period of time agreed upon by the management, will be subject to any or all of the following actions by the BTCA Board of Directors.

1. May be banned from showing at the next BTCA sanctioned event(s).
2. May be subject to AKC sanctions.
3. Membership in the BTCA may be terminated and may not be allowed to be reinstated.

Damages shall be defined as:
1. Flea infestation, urine, defecation and/or any damage to hotel/campsite/ fairground property (walls, bedspreads, carpets, drapes, etc.)
2. Any verified complaint by the host hotel/campsite/fairground.
3. Any verified complaint by a BTCA member.

BTCA Room Regulations:
1. All dogs shall be crated and quiet when left alone in a room. Noisy dogs shall be quieted upon request, even if this means the owner/handler must stay in room with the dog.
2. Individuals will be expected to immediately report any damage by dogs or themselves to the hotel/campsite/fairground management, and to assume complete financial responsibility for those damages.
3. No bathing or grooming will be allowed in rooms. A grooming room will be available whenever possible.
4. Dogs are to be allowed on hotel furniture/beds ONLY if the furniture is covered with a protective covering provided by the owner/handler.
5. All owners/handlers will take preventative measures to assure that their dogs are free of fleas, mites, intestinal parasites and other communicable diseases prior to arriving at the hotel/campsite.

THIS POLICY WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE SPECIALTY GUIDELINES AND BE REQUIRED TO BE INCLUDED IN THE PREMIUM LIST WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THAT SIGNING THE ENTRY FORM ALSO INSURES COMPLIANCE WITH THIS POLICY. THE POLICY WILL ALSO BE INCLUDED IN THE SPECIALTY PACKET MAILED TO MEMBERS AND WILL BE DISTRIBUTED WITH SPECIALTY HOSPITALITY PACKETS. ALL INDIVIDUALS ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLY.
 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: The T-shirt colours have me puzzled

A: Unfortunately the supplier does not have a web site but we have done our best to provide samples, thanks for your patience and understanding.

Q: I can't eat Shellfish and I'm pretty sure I'm not the only one who can't. Will there be another option or should I eat somewhere else and come and sit and visit?

A: We tossed this idea around and wondered about providing an alternative but that would likely have been chicken (as per BBQ) so in the end decided to make it a simple choice that was a New England Tradition and hope that people would either bring an alternative and join us or join us after eating

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