National Police Bloodhound Association SPRING 2023 40 Hour Man-Trailing Seminar McHenry, MD APRIL 22nd - APRIL 27th Sponsored by Garrett County Sheriff's Department
Registration is now open and must be submitted no later than
April 1st, 2023
Registration Instructions: Complete this form in its entirety and submit payment online or in person. Please note the Eligibility Requirements listed below. Upon completion of this form open your email for confirmation and a copy of your application.
Cost:
$450.00 per hound team
$470.00 New Members (includes training manual)
Payment options include cash, check, PayPal, or Square payment. Checks can be made payable to National Police Bloodhound Association.
Eligibility:
*Only 1 Handler & 1 hound - are permitted to certify.
*Bloodhounds MUST be a minimum of 10 months old.
* Rabies and Health Certificates MUST be presented upon arrival.
*Handler is required to submit a minimum of 6 months of training records for self and the certifying bloodhound.
Seminar Details:
*8 hrs of classroom instruction
*32 hours of extensive field training.
*Certification option for NPBA members completing both instruction blocks.
*Final Certification requires full attendance and is based on the Instructor's evaluation
NPBA Hosted- Auction Night with Dinner, Wednesday, April 26th
Each handler is asked to bring an item to auction off.
Please note: All other meals (lunch/dinner) will be on your own.
Hotel:
Reservation Deadline April 1, 2023
40 Room Block on hold at a reduced group rate $129. single room / $152.16 double or $76.08/person per night WISP Resort,
269 Marsh Hill Road
McHenry, MD.
1-(855) 656-4632
Please reference the Group Booking ID # 6279 to ensure the NPBA Special Rate.
*Price includes taxes, fees, and breakfast Sunday through Thursday.
Attendees must make their own reservations directly
Seminar Contact Information:
For more information or questions please reach out to
NPBA VP/Membership Coordinator James Leathers,j.b.leathers1@gmail.com
Seminar Coordinator Lou Battistella 1-724-396-1524 or by email to lbattisella@greensburgpa.org