Giant Schnauzer Club of America, Inc
(member of the American Kennel Club)
National & Southern Regional Specialties
October 26, 27, 28 2020
Florida Classic Park, Inc.
5360 Lockhart Rd., Brooksville, FL 34602
floridaclassicpark.com
Judge Change Obedience and Rally
Louanne Currey will not be able to judge. The new judge is Mr. Robert Withers.
Obedience scheduled to begin 8am, Monday, October 26, 2020 as posted with rally to follow.
FROM THE EAST OR WEST
:S.R. 50/98 to Lockhart Rd. to Site
FROM THE NORTH OR SOUTH:
(exit 301) I-75 to S.R. 50/98 West Approximately 1 Mile to Lockhart Rd. South to Site
https://www.mapquest.com/us/fl/brooksville/34602-7411/5360-lockhart-rd-28.513317,-82.253300
NATIONAL SPECIALTY BREED: TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27
SOUTHERN REGIONAL BREED & SWEEPSTAKES; WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28
NATIONAL SWEEPSTAKES, MONDAY, OCTOBER 26
NATIONAL OBEDIENCE TRIAL & RALLY TRIAL, MONDAY, OCTOBER 26
NOTICE: The following classes will NOT be offered at the Giant Schnauzer Obedience Trial October 26, 2020: Grad Open, Grad Novice and Versatility
NATIONAL JR SHOWMANSHIP, MONDAY, OCTOBER 26
ALL EVENTS WILL BE HELD OUTDOORS WITH GROOMING AVAILABLE UNDER AN OPEN AIR PAVILION
Show Chair: Meg McGee
nutmegdecors@gmail.com
Treasurer/Secretary: Brenda Cejka Hospitality Chairs: Vicki Kallett
Trophy Chairs-conformation: Robin Greenslade & Meg McGee Performance Chair:
Andrea Ferguson
Ways and Means: Susan Carr
Web-site: Robyn Elliot 2020 Store: Rachael Sundeen
SHOW SUPERINTENDENT: MB-F, INC.
infodog.com 336.379.9352 PO Box2 2107, Greensboro NC 27420-2107
NATIONAL
PREMIUM LIST
The
National/Regional Premium List will be available on the MBF
infodog.com website Wednesday, September 2.
You may view and print from this site. The Premium List will also be
e-mailed to all GSCA members. Entries may be made using the MBF
online entry service, recommended to avoid any delay, or entries may
be mailed. . If mailing, make sure you allow for
postal delays and send with adequate time to make the October 7
deadline.
The National
Obedience/Rally Premium List will be posted on the GSCA website.
Obedience Show Chair, Bonnie Thatcher, has e-mailed the Premium List
to all GSCA members. Please check your e-mail spam if you have not
received it or contact her directly at BonnyThatcher@aol.com
for a copy. You must print and mail your entry. This is a
mail-in entry only so make sure you allow for postal delays and send
with adequate time to make the October 7 deadline.
Parking &
RV, Grooming, Meal and Scent Seminar Reservation forms must be
printed and mailed as directed on the forms.
Navigating the
Info Dog site:
Go to Infodog.com
Look for “show
information”
Click on “Show
calendar“
Find suitable date
tab (10/23-29)
Scroll down under
“all events”, first column to find GSCA
National Obedience and Rally (Show Chair contact info only
available)
Scroll down under “Specialties, second column, to
find the GSCA National Specialty Conformation Premium List.
You may print or enter online.
Entry Fees
:
Conformation (each show)
First entry of dog $35
Additional entry $20
Brace (for both dogs) $20
(each dog must be entered in another class)
Jr. Showmanship $25
Sweepstakes $25
Parade of Titleholders $25
Obedience (each trial)
First entry of dog $35
Each additional entry $20
Rally (each trial)
First entry of dog $35
Each additional entry $20
ATTENTION: THE GIANT SCHNAUZER CLUB OF AMERICA, INC. 2020 NATIONAL SPECIALTY SHOW COMMITTEE WILL COMPLY WITH ALL
APPLICABLE LOCAL, STATE, FEDERAL AND AKC RECOMMENDATIONS, RESTRICTIONS, RULES, AND/OR REGULATIONS CONCERNING COVID-19
IN PLACE AT THE TIME OF THE SHOWS. THEY WILL BE POSTED ON THE SPECIALTY WEBSITE AND AT THE SHOW SITE. ALL
EXHIBITORSAND SPECTATORS WILL BE EXPECTED TO COMPLY.
2020 GSCA NATIONAL SPECIALTY EVENT SCHEDULE AND GENERAL INFO
Click here for more info
Conclusion of National Specialty Week: For those staying thru Wednesday night, an
after show site cleanup will begin (volunteers requested) A Pasta Party will be held after at the home of Bear Creek
Giant Schnauzers (Vicki Kallett). Located only 2 miles from the show site.
DONATIONS & TROPHY SPONSORSHIPS-
The Giant Schnauzer Club of America appreciates all donations and trophy
sponsorships. Your continued support is the key to the 2020 National Specialtys success. General donations may be made
by credit card at the 2020 National Store
https://squareup.com/store/gsca-national by check made out to GSCA and mailed to Brenda Cejka, 902
Harvey Dr., Pinehurst TX 77362.
Sponsorship of a specific trophy guarantees the donor an exclusive sponsorship of
that class including the dedication of their choice. To assure availability of a specific trophy contact Brenda Cejka at
bcejka@sbcglobal.net
All Individual sponsorships will be commemorated with a dedication of choice in the Show Catalog if provided to
Brenda by
September 6, 2020.
You will receive an invoice for your sponsorships with information to pay with your
credit card at the 2020 National Store or you may mail a check to Brenda.
Funds to be used for general show expenses as well as trophies.
AUCTION DONATIONS-
Do you have any Giant Schnauzer memorabilia that you are looking to find a good
home for? What about general dog related items? Or maybe you would like to represent your state at this years National
with a donation of a
State Basket
? We welcome all items! Please contact Vicki Kallett at
vkallett@tampabay.rr.com for details and information.
SPECIALTY MERCHANDISE
Please go to the GSCA National Specialty Store web site
https://squareup.com/store/gsca-national for Specialty merchandise ordering information coming
soon.
ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET RESERVATIONS
-
The Annual Awards Banquet, Silent Auction and Live Auction will be held at
Papa Joes Italian Restaurant, Tuesday October 27
. Return the order form available in the Premium List by
October 7
or
order
online at
GSCA National Specialty Store
https://squareup.com/store/gsca-national
PRE-ORDERED LUNCH ORDERS-
Opportunity to have lunch delivered to the site
.
Return the order form available in the Premium List by
October 7
PARADE OF TITLEHOLDERS
-
Open to Giant Schnauzers with an AKC title to
follow Breed judging. Indicate Parade of Title Holder/Giant Schnauzer on the entry
form. Entry Fee is $25. Exhibitor must send full name and all AKC titles of entered dog to assure time for Rosette
production by
August 31st
to Laurie Mason at
mikey@rkymtnhi.com
HOST HOTELS
.
Microtel Inn & Suites
6298 Nature Coast Blvd
Brooksville, FL 34602
352-796-9025
Rooms with 2 queen beds $99.00 plus $50 flat pet fee. Suites available 1 queen
bed and queen size pull out couch. Frig and microwave $109.00 plus $50.00 flat pet fee. Plastic sheeting provided to
place under dog crate . This hotel has in house bar open from 2pm to 2am Great dog walk areas and walking distance to
Burger King. Within one mile gas stations, grocery stores. Restaurants such as Taco Bell, Zaxbys, Cracker Barrel, Beef
OBradys and McDonalds. When making reservations refer to Giant Schnauzer Club of America and ask for Jessica
. Directions: From Tampa International Airport take I-275 North to I-75 North. Take Exit 301 (Hwy 50). Left at
exit .4 miles to Nature Coast Blvd. Turn left to hotel. Block drops off 2 weeks before event. Show site 1/2 mile
Days Inn
6320 Windermere Rd.
Brooksville FL 34602
352-796-9486
Rooms with 2 queen beds $62.00 and a $50 flat pet fee. Located within walking
distance of the above restaurants. Great area to walk dogs.
Directions: From I-75 North take Exit at 301 turn right .4 mile to hotel on your left. When making reservation refer
to Giant Schnauzer Club of America
Other hotels in the area close to show site Quality Inn, Holiday Inn Express, and the Hampton Inn (this hotel does
not accept dogs).
GROOMING-
Reserved grooming with shared electric is available in the 40 x 200 open air
pavilion adjacent to the ring. Concrete floor, overhead lights, ceiling fans. Dryers allowed. Dog bathing facilities
available. Return the Grooming Reservation form available in the Premium List by
October 7
. Exhibitors required to clean their area daily.
RV SITES
- 250+ spaces available with 30 or 50 amp power, water and dump station. Return the
RV Reservation form available in the Premium List by
October 7.
First come/first serve site assignment. RV check in open
12 noon, Sunday, October 25
. All RVs and equipment must be removed by
12 noon Thursday 10/29.
Absolutely no dumping of gray or black water tanks on the field only in RV dump
station.
Note to Exhibitors:
the week starting with the National offers 5 chances for All-Breed Conformation
shows: the National and Regional in Brooksville with obedience and rally, then 10/30-11/2 three all-breeds in Ocala
Florida (one hour north of Brooksville) followed by two weeks of shows. 11 shows in 15 days in Ocala following the
National. Both all-breed sites offer camping on site and have hotels nearby. MBF Superintendent
infodog.com 336.379.9352
Please visit the GSCA website often for any updates!
Scent work seminar
Monday after sweeps get your schnauzer sniffing
October 26, 2020
Seminar presented by AKC/USCSS Judge Natalie Duberow and AKC Trial Secretary and exhibitor
Andrea Fergerson.
A special demonstration by Delta, owned and trained by Sharon Burns, to show what a true
working dog can do! Delta is a NAPWDA certified cadaver search dog and Sharon is a NASAR Sartech I.
Natalie will headline our seminar with an introduction to odor, scent theory, and teamwork
with your search partner.
Andrea will give a brief introduction to AKC Scent Work trial rules and common protocols to
expect at an official trial.
Sharon Burns and Delta will present a real life search scenario and how to get started in
Search and Rescue.
Working Spots are $10 and unlimited. Working spots include an AKC Scent Work goodie bag and
hands on instruction.
Audit spots are free and unlimited.
Sign up closes October 10. Working spots will not be available after October 10th.
Skill Levels:
None: Total beginner! No scent sport or work experience.
Started: You have taken a class but havent trialed yet.
Experienced: Training and trialing regularly in AKC/ NACSW/USCSS or other venues or working in SAR.
Email your interest to:
HeyJudeTrialSec@gmail.com
Registration forms will be included in the Premium List late August
infodog.com
The 2020 GSCA National Specialty Committee is happy to announce that everything is on track
for our National Specialty in Brooksville, Florida October 26-28, 2020. Our goal is to host a fun-filled, successful and safe
event for all! We thank you for your generous support and sponsorship of trophies to date. There are multiple classes and
major awards still available for the National, Southern Regional, Obedience and Rally. Please consider sponsoring one of the
major awards listed below or one of the classes. Sponsorship includes your personal dedication listed in the official show
catalog. Contact Brenda Cejka at
bcejka@sbcglobal.net for availability and payment information. Thank you and we hope
to see yall in October!
NATIONAL SPECIALTY
RESERVE WINNERS DOG
RESERVE WINNERS BITCH
STUD DOG
BROOD BITCH
BRACE
BOS TO BEST IN VETERAN SWEEPSTAKES
SOUTHERN REGIONAL SPECIALTY
BEST OF OPPOSITE SEX
SELECT DOG
SELECT BITCH
WINNERS DOG
WINNERS BITCH
RESERVE WINNERS DOG
RESERVE WINNERS BITCH
BEST JUNIOR HANDLER
BEST IN PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES
BOS TO BEST IN PUPPY SWEEPSTAKES
BEST IN VETERANS SWEEPS
BOS TO BEST IN VETERANS SWEEPS
OBEDIENCE-NATIONAL
HIGH SCORING DOG IN OBEDIENCE TRIAL
HIGH COMBINED SCORE IN OPEN B & UTILITY
RALLY-NATIONAL
GS with HIGH COMBINED SCORE IN ADV B & EXC B
GS with HIGHEST SCORING TRIPLE QUALIFYING SCORE