We typically begin training a couple of months before the hunt test. You will find dates and venues on the RSVC Calendar. We also list the chair for the event and all pertinent information. Prior to each hunt test we provide training for owners and dogs that would like to participate in the upcoming event.

 

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We will be holding hunt training on the following dates:

 

All Hunt Training will be held at Smith Tank

 

• April 14th & 15th - canceled
• May 5th & 6th - canceled
• May 26th & 27th - canceled
• June 16th & 17th - canceled
• July 7th & 8th
• July 28th & 29th
• August 18th & 19th
• September 8th & 9th
• September 29th & 30th

 

BIRDS COST $6.50 EACH

• Please reserve your birds per the above schedule.
• Birds are extremely limited, so reserve early. Contact the Training Coordinator to make your reservation.
• Bird availability and time constraints may dictate a cap on the number of birds you order or the number of dogs we can accommodate for training.
• The Training Coordinator has discretion as to the running order and brace pairings.
• Exact change or checks payable to "Rio Salado Vizsla Club" are required.
• You are responsible for paying for reserved birds, even if you fail to attend the training session.
• When you arrive at the training site, please check in with the Hunt Training Coordinator.  Please indicate the training level of your dog.
• Do not allow your dog to go up to other dogs unless both dog owners are agreeable to them interacting.  There are some dogs who will not be friendly to other dogs coming up to them. If you want to have your dog interact with another dog, go away from the check in table and away from other dogs and people.
• Ask how you can help with the training! The more volunteers we have to organize, gun, plant, and train the dogs, the faster we will be able to run through the braces, and get everyone home at a reasonable hour.

 

AZ GAME & FISH FIELD TRAINING PERMITS - REQUIRED

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FIELD TRAINING EQUIPMENT

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GUN SAFETY VIDEO

AKC and the RSVC requires that all persons gunning for our hunt tests, versatility tests, and hunt training sessions view the video within 12 months prior to the start of the event. Anyone who would like to view the video should see Pam Edwards at the beginning of the training event to view the video.

 

FOR EVERYONE’S SAFETY

• Children must be under adult supervision at all times.
• Children and spectators are allowed in the field at the discretion of the Field Coordinator.
• Training for just honoring is only allowed when live ammunition is not in use.
• Everyone in the field must wear a blaze orange upper body garment that is visible from the front and back. Orange vests are available for loan at the site.
• Dogs and puppies may be off lead only when training. Otherwise, they must be leashed or kenneled.