NAVHDA-Sanctioned Tests: The Greatland Chapter typically conducts NAVHDA-sanctioned Tests in August. These included Natural Ability Tests, Utility Preparatory Tests and Utility Tests. Applications for next year's tests are being accepted now, using the official NAVHDA Forms. Please note that the completed form should be mailed to the Test Secretary, Judy Deaver, and not to NAVHDA International.

Directions to Test Sites

On each Test day, handlers will meet at Falcon Ridge Shooting Grounds for the Judges Briefing and announcement of running order. All field events (search, tracking, etc.) will be conducted at Falcon Ridge fields. Water events are conducted at Carpenter Lake and Dead Moose Pond.

Test Applications

Applications for the 2008 Tests are being accepted by the Greatland Chapter. Fees are as follows:

(Greatland Charter Members subtract $5)

Applications for tests must be made using the standard NAVHDA Test Entry form found on the NAVHDA web site at NAVHDA Forms. Please print and complete the form, then mail with the necessary supporting paperwork, along with your entry fee, to the Test Secretary:

Judy Deaver

4752 Mills Drive

Anchorage, AK 99508

Make checks payable to:

"Greatland NAVHDA"

For questions, call 907-346-6279 or 907-337-6286 (evenings and weekends). You may also eMail questions to Judy Deaver.

The slots for each type of test will be filled in the order that completed applications are received. To be considered complete, the application must include payment and registration information for the dog. You may request a specific date, which will be honored to the extent possible. There are limits on the number and mix of tests the chapter may conduct on a single day that may require a change in the day of your test.

Running order is determined by the senior judge on the morning of each day's test.

Applications will be accepted and processed on the basis of postmark date.

Test Site and Accommodations

Site map is shown above. A list of local accommodations will be mailed to accepted applicants.

Snacks and drinks will be available on site.

This is Alaska. Vets are a given. Doctors are optional. Dress for the weather and expect rain.

Waiting List

A waiting list will be maintained, if needed. Fees for dogs on the waiting list that are not accommodated will be refunded in full. It is suggested that wait-listed dogs show up on site, ready to test, on each test day.

One owner may enter no more than two dogs, but may place additional dogs on the waiting list.

Test Procedures

Details on the NAVHDA Tests may be found on the NAVHDA web site

Female dogs in season will be run at the end of each event.

UPT and UT handlers must wear orange. Anyone in the field when live ammunition is being used (gunners, gallery, judges, etc.) must also wear orange.

Refunds and Substitutions

Withdrawals after 1 August are subject to a $25 cancellation fee.

Please note: The chapter incurs significant expense in conducting these tests, and the only revenue used to offset the expense are the entry fees. Once the judges travel to Alaska, the expenses have been incurred and the chapter must field as many dogs as possible each day. We do offer wait list opportunities for dogs if we exceed the maximum number of entries for a specific day. However, it is entirely possible that handlers may not travel to the test site if they could not be assured of a slot. In that case, refunding a fee for a late cancellation, no-show or withdrawal jeopardizes the chapter's planned revenue goal.

There will be no refund of a test fee for a no-show of for a cancellation within 24 hours prior to the scheduled day of a test. The only exception to this policy will be a significant injury or illness involving the dog or the handler.

A dog may be substituted for a dog already registered by the same owner.

Apprentice Judges

Apprentice Judges interested in participating in these tests please contact the Test Secretary to discuss the availability of slots.

Hunting, fishing and sightseeing

Come early or stick around after the test and make your trip even more worthwhile.

The upland bird season in Alaska opens on 10 August.

The salmon and trout fishing season will be in full swing.

Check the Anchorage Convention and Visitors Bureau web site, or any of a wide variety of Alaska-related web sites or guide books for information on activities around Alaska in August. Greatland Chapter members would be glad to help point you in the right direction for sightseeing, flightseeing, or other pursuits.

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