FVDTC Annual Meeting

FVDTC held its annual meeting on Wednesday night. Along with the normal business of the club, we voted for the club's board of directors. Congratulations to these folks who volunteer their time and effort to help make the club a success: 

President - David Lewis

1st Vice President - Bob Boeke

2nd Vice President - Laura Lagger

Secretary - Carolyn Pearson

Treasurer - Phil Nuger

Director of Training - Will Short

Obedience Trial Chair - Taffy Wille

Agility Trial Chair - Cathy Fleury

Membership Chair - Sue MacPherson

Public Education Coordinator - Carol Nightingale

Tracking Test Chair - Kent Hildebrand

Director at Large - Wendy Waddick

Contact any of our board members or committee chairs if you, too, would like to help.

Brainstorm!

We all know class attendance at FVDTC has been down. A few of us have been talking about how to change that, but we alone certainly don't have all the answers. We need different perspectives on what's a good idea to offer, and what's possible in our building with the instructors we have available.

• Some ideas have already been tossed around.
• Some we'd want to be strategic about (like offering a CGC Prep class just BEFORE we offer a test).
• Some of them may be a stretch (Beginning Scent Work).
• And, some may only require 6 weeks, not 8 (Rally).

So, what we'd like you to do is:

1. THINK about what it would be good to offer. Perhaps something appealing to the general public.
2. COMMENT on any special variables we would need to consider.
3. NOMINATE yourself or someone else to teach. For example: Trick Dog Novice: for Novice we may need some props, but many are available at the club. Teacher: Barb Misch, Donna Nuger
4. Send your thoughts to Barb Misch

Think about it over the next week, please. We're having a planning meeting on Wednesday, Feb 5, 7:30PM via Zoom,  and we'd love to have as many brains in the trust as we can!

Thanks so much! 

See Barb Misch if you have questions or comments.

FVDTC Members!

It's that time of year again. Avoid the late fee by renewing your membership for 2025 before January 31. It's as easy as 1,2,3:

1. Download your form

2. Find an envelope

3. Send it to Sue MacPherson

2024 Awards Forms

If you've earned 10 work credits in 2024, you are eligible for club awards!

It is the policy of FVDTC to give awards for AKC, CKC and UKC titles earned at trials, tests or shows each year. To receive a club award, you must have a total of 10 work credits for the year and be listed as a Regular Training Member in the Roster. If for some reason you have not met ALL your requirements and can justify the reason, your eligibility will be reviewed by the Board of Directors 

2024 Title Awards

The Volunteer Award recognizes those who volunteer their precious time to FVDTC but who are not applying for a title award during the year. To qualify for this award the member must:

• Be a member in good standing
• Earn a minimum of 10 work credits in 2024
• Earn the work credits themselves, not by family or other members.

2024 Volunteer Awards

In addition, the Compton Outstanding Service Award, and the Rookie of the Year Award acknowledge club members who consistently contributes to the club and epitomizes the true spirit of volunteerism. Nominate your choices for these awards here.

2024 Outstanding Service Award Nominations

Please remember, all forms need to be submitted by January 31. Instructions are on the forms.

FVDTC Members: We Want You!

If you are an FVDTC club member, and want to volunteer to help at a club event, you have several options. The easiest is to go to the club volunteer page:

Volunteer to Help!

You can also check the calendar or events pages, and then contact the appropriate committee chair.

If you want to be one of our invaluable instructors or helpers, contact the Director of Training.

Remember, every time you volunteer, you earn work credits toward awards and membership discounts. Thank you for your help.