Official training days are held in either Fruita or Whitewater, CO or at Feathered Elk Ranch (FER) in Hayden, CO.

2025 Training Days Schedule & Location:

• March 22nd:

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• April 26th: Fruita

• May 17th: TBD - Fruita or Hayden

• June 21st: Hayden

• July 19th: Hayden 

• TEST DATE: July 26th & 27th Hayden

Please read through all of the guidelines that are outlined.  It is important that we stay safe as we begin training in larger groups again.

• For all sessions, we require all puppies to have received all of their puppy vaccinations (recommend 4 month+ of age) prior to attending this training night.

• If youth attend the Saturday training days, they must stay with their parent the whole day. Children MUST remain supervised during training days.

• Saturday Training Days will be open for all levels of dogs and handlers and will usually be set to up mimic the natural ability (NA) test or utility test (UT).

What to Bring:

Training days will be held rain or shine, so come prepared with appropriate clothing, bug spray, sunscreen, drinks, snacks, etc. The fields can be wet, so consider bringing waterproof boots and rain gear. Folding chairs, and a tarp or pop-up shelter are good additions to provide shade for you and your dog.

Bring plenty of water for your dog, along with whatever training gear you use. You’ll need a leash, check cord, e-collar, whistle, and a bird bag. The Chapter has some equipment available like retrieving bumpers, training table, blinds and decoys, heeling sticks, duck wingers, and bird launchers. A crate or stake-out is recommended to keep your dog quiet and comfortable while waiting its turn in the field.

No need to bring your gun unless specifically asked to. Thank you in advance.