THE EVENT:Alabama Wildlife Federation along with Gusto is proud to present Gusto Gundog Field Days - training gundogs “The Wildrose Way” with Mike Stewart of Wildrose Kennels, Oxford, MS.
www.uklabs.com. Wildrose specializes in producing wingshooting and adventure dog companions known as “The Gentleman’s Gundog” - a superb destination wingshooting companion. The Wildrose methodology utilizes a unique, positive, and balanced training approach suitable for retrievers, pointers, and flushing breeds that is specifically designed for sporting families desiring a versatile wingshooting companion.
The highly interactive and hands-on instruction you will receive is supported by a comprehensive training book and two DVDs. Experience the exact methodology, “The Wildrose Way”, which was used to train two Ducks Unlimited mascots, Drake and Deke, and is currently being used to produce the upcoming mascot for White Tail Unlimited for shed and game recovery.
The course is open to all breeds, started to finished levels, and will address the essential behaviors and skills necessary for sporting dogs: steadiness, gamefinding, quartering, patience and focus, whistle control, wing & shot, delivery, hand signals, water work, shed hunting, tracking.
THE PLACE:Gusto is an 800 acre, private upland estate located 15 miles south of Montgomery, Alabama near Hayneville. Mr. Thomas Harris, an avid wingshooter and gundog enthusiast, has developed Gusto to provide managed pine and grassland quail habitats and quail hunting opportunities, dove fields and dove shoots, and quality fishing in several managed lakes of the estate. This combination of habitats and features provide the perfect setting for gundog training for both upland and waterfowl elements.
THE AGENDA:Customized, hands-on instruction is the primary focus of Gusto Gundog Field Days. Michael Stewart will design each training segment to best match his assessment of the needs of the participating gundogs and gundog owners. All events are limited to the 45 primary participants except for the Friday evening Social/Dinner and Michael Stewart Seminar which will be open to a limited number of additional gundog enthusiasts.
| Thursday, October 24th | Friday, October 25th | Saturday, October 26th |
| 11 AM: Arrival | 7 AM: Breakfast | 7 AM: Breakfast |
| 12 AM: Lunch | 8-12 PM: Training Sessions | 8-12 PM: Training Sessions |
| 1-5 PM: Training Sessions | 12 PM: Lunch | 12 PM: Lunch & Depart |
| 6 PM: Dinner | 1-4 PM: Training Sessions | |
| 5 PM: Social - Demonstration & Q&A
with Michael Stewart | |
| 6 PM: Dinner & Live Entertainment | |
REGISTRATION:This is a limited participation event open to the first forty-five (45) gundog enthusiasts that register. Cost is $475 per participant and includes instruction, meals, after-hour events, entertainment, commemorative gifts, and Alabama Wildlife Federation membership. Lodging is not included. Kennel facilities are not included. All registration will be conducted online at
www.alabamawildlfe.org. Deadline for Registration is October 1, 2013.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
+ How do I know if my dog is ready for this training? Gusto Gundog Field Days is designed for dogs from started to finished levels of training. If you have questions about whether or not your dog has reached the started level, contact Cathy at Wildrose Kennels, at 662-234-5788 or
info@uklabs.com.
+ What lodging facilities are nearby? Below are several hotels located within 10 miles of Gusto:
Hampton Inn - 334-280-9592
60 Wasden Road
Hope Hull, AL
Pet-friendly. No additional pet fee. Complimentary hot breakfast. Free shuttle to/from airport.
Comfort Suites – 334-613-9843
110 Folmar Parkway
Montgomery, AL
Pet-friendly. $25 non-refundable pet fee.
Best Western – 334-280-0306
7731 Slade Plaza
Hope Hull, AL
Pet-friendly. $10 non-refundable pet fee
Fairfield Inn – 334-281-6882
7560 Mobile Highway (Highway 31)
Montgomery, AL
No pets. Complimentary Hot Breakfast. Free Shuttle to/from airport.
Holiday Inn – 334-288-3858
96 Folmar Parkway
Montgomery, AL
No pets.
+ Where would I find kennel facilities?KOUNTRY K-9 Kennels – 334-288-6933
105 Terry Taylor Road
Hope Hull, AL
$11.50 per dog per day
+ More QuestionsEmail us at gusto-gundog@alabamawildlife.org
CLICK TO REGISTER ONLINE NOW!
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