Join North Country Animal League for a hands-on Introduction to Nose Work workshop led by NCAL founder Jan Gordon. This full-day workshop introduces dogs and handlers to the fundamentals of scent work in a supportive, force-free environment.

Jan is a Certified Behavior Adjustment Training Instructor (CBATI-KA, Knowledge Assessed, Grisha Stewart Academy), an Associate Nose Work Instructor (ANWI) with the National Association of Canine Scent Work, an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, and a member of APDT International. Learn more about her work at forcefreebeachdogs.com and k9nosework.com.

Working spots are limited to 7 dog/handler teams to keep the day hands-on; observers are welcome to come watch and learn as space allows.

SCHEDULE

10:00–11:00 AM	Introduction to Nose Work Discussion on how NACSW trains and what to expect during the workshop. Introduction of teams.
11:00 AM–1:00 PM	Dogs Start Searching Dogs are introduced to the search area one at a time so the learning dog isn't distracted, and so handlers and observers can watch. Other dogs wait crated, out of sight, or in the car. Teams rotate through so everyone gets practice and rest time.
1:00–1:30 PM	Lunch Please bring a light lunch for yourself.
1:30–3:00 PM	Resume Practice Searching During this stretch, most of the active work is done by Jan; handlers sit in the search area and observe their dog.
3:00–3:15 PM	Break 15-minute breather.
3:15–5:45 PM	Continue Practice Rotation Teams keep rotating through searches.
6:00 PM	Wrap-Up Closing talk and discussion on next steps after the workshop.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

A full day (10 a.m.–5 p.m., with a lunch break) of instruction from Jan Gordon
Water on site

WHAT TO BRING

Small, high-value tasty treats
Harness, or flat buckle collar
6-ft lightweight leash (or longer)
A crate — or the dog can wait in the car when not searching

NCAL Nose Work Workshop