Terry Simons

New To Dog Agility - Equipment Intro-No Experience Necessary

Lots of cookies, toys and a leash of course. This class is available for up to 8 dogs and their campers.
All dogs will remain on leash for some of the exercises so that we can get the most out of the class.
An attempt of getting all dogs onto all the obstacles (tunnel, jump, A frame, low teeter) is the goal, and hopefully we are successful, but if not, we will get you on as much as we can with the most amount of fun!

Advanced Beginning Agility Lots of cookies, toys and a leash of course

This class is available for up to 8 dogs and their campers.
This is for the dog and handler team that have been taking classes and hasn’t made that step to competition and/or those teams that are competing at the novice/starters level and want to fine tune their handling to help them to the next level. Simple sequencing with instructions on how to improve your teams’s performance.

Advanced Agility-Experience Required

This class is available for up to 8 dogs and their campers.
This is for the dog and handler teams that have been competing in agility. Their dog knows all the obstacles and they want to be challenged and take a step to better their performance in the ring.

Teaching Pressure and Commitment for Agility Distance
ALL LEVELS This class is available for up to 8 dogs and their campers

Mini Clinics.

Address those things you and your 4 footed teammates need to get just right. Improve your communication skills and have the dream team you always knew you could. This small setting will allow you to work and watch in a tiny class environment-the very best way to learn and create an open flow of information and communication.

FETCH Test Practice

FETCH Test Novice

FETCH Test Intermediate

Katrina Anderson

Novice Tricks

Choose from a variety of simple, basic tricks to teach your dog. Testing will be available at camp for Trick titles.

Intermediate Tricks-experience required or instructor consent

Choose from a variety of tricks to teach your dog. Testing will be available at camp for Trick titles. 10 tricks are required for a title.

Mini Clinics

Address those things you and your 4 footed teammates need to get just right. Improve your communication skills and have the dream team you always knew you could. This small setting will allow you to work and watch in a tiny class environment very best way to learn and create an open flow of information and communication.

Agility

Agility for all skill and experience levels. Class topics to be announced.

Intermediate Agility

Agility for the more advanced team. Shave seconds off your time with precision timing and obstacle focus.

Suzanne LeRoy

Introduction to Scent Work - no experience required

This class is available for 10 campers. Scent Work is a sport that mimics the task of working detection dogs to locate a scent and communicate to the handler that the scent has been found. This class will teach you the basics and get you started on an exhilarating sport in that any dog, at any age, can be successful. Real-life detection dogs are trained to search for a variety of things–drugs, explosives, human remains, currency, humans (such as for Search and Rescue), and much more. Scent Work takes this amazing working relationship and turns it into a fun game that any dog can play.

Scent Work Challenges- experience required for both dog & handler

This class is available for up to 8 dogs and their campers. Learn more complex techniques and advanced scent hides.

Find My Keys - no experience required

This class is available for 10 campers and dogs. Teach your dog to find lost items like keys. Train your dog to follow specific scents and find “lost keys” or any other item.

Antler Hunt - no experience required

This class is available for up to 10 dogs and their campers. This class is about the fastest-growing sport in Dog World-Shed Antler Hunting!
Using plastic antlers that have been covered in “deer scent” your dog will be taught to hunt antlers. After this class, your dog will have the ability to find “real” antlers in the wild. Shed deer antlers are used as chew treats for dogs, buttons, door handles, home decor, and more.

Show Me the $money$

This class is available for 10 campers. Teach your dog to sniff out $ all while teaching and sharpening your dog’s scent work skills.

Scent Work Games

This course is limited to 12 campers. Have some and playfully sharpen those nose work skills with these games.

Animal Actors

Ever wonder how other dogs end up on the silver screen or websites? Do you think your dog has what it takes to be star quality? Learn the skills needed to get your dog into the show biz! Learn what’s required and how to register for entertainment industry roles including web, movies, and television. Then test to see if your dog is ready for the “big time.”

Scentwork Race Relay

This class is available for 10 campers and dogs Campers and their pups are divided into teams and compete in a timed strategy search game.

Laura Nativo

Mini Clinics

Address those things you and your 4 footed teammate need to get just right. Improve your communication skills and have the dream team you always knew you could. This small setting will allow you to work and watch in a tiny class environment-the very best way to learn and create an open flow of information and communication.

Kayak Tour-experience required

Limited to 6 campers and dogs. A shoreline paddle or kayak along the Lake.

Intro to Kayak and Paddleboard-no experience needed but be prepared to get wet!

Learn to Kayak & Paddleboard with your very best buddy. People/Dogs with NO EXPERIENCE. Class is limited to 8 dogs and their campers.

Intermediate Kayak and Paddleboard- some experience required

Classes on water. Some experience needed, camper must be able to get up and up & down on board or kayak. Class is limited to 8 dogs and their campers.

Can Your Dog dog-paddle? No experience required

This class is available for up to 8 dogs and their campers. Does your dog know how to swim? Or are they just thrashing around and trying to get back to shore? Teach your dog this fundamental skill and give them a lifesaving skill, as well as a joyful activity for the rest of their life.

Advanced Tricks Mini Clinic

This small class environment will allow you to focus on more advanced tricks. Trick titles are available.

The Business End of Show Business

Acting, modeling, and influencing. Learn the basics from one of the most successful trainer and dog teams in the business. If you think your dog has that special something and you are looking for some extra income, come and talk to a pro with years of experience.

Joe Bailey

Novice Rally!

This course is limited to 10 campers. Learn the basics! Follow an obedience-type course using signs and while talking to your dog. This is “fun” obedience.

Intermediate Rally

This course is limited to 10 campers. Experience or Instructor permission is required. Level up to the next level of “fun” obedience.

Advanced Rally

This course is limited to 10 campers. Experience or Instructor permission is required. Level up to the next level of “fun” obedience.

Incorporating Play into Training Sessions

This course is limited to 10 campers. Teaching your dog to play tug and drop it; play using multiple tug toys for drive and engagement; games with the tug toys or treat pouches for more food-motivated dogs; retrieve to your hand. Different games for fun and to encourage play and drive. Various reinforcers: treat & train device, puzzles, treat-dispensing toys, muffin tins with tennis balls and treats, etc.

Novice Tricks

Choose from a variety of tricks to teach your dog. Testing will be available at camp for Trick titles.

Intermediate Tricks-experience required or instructor consent

This course is limited to 10 campers.Choose from a variety of tricks to teach your dog. Testing will be available at camp for Trick titles. 10 tricks required for a title.

Reliable Recall

Tired of your dog having selective hearing when you call? Want a reliable recall, in spite of distractions? This is the class for you.

Just Leave It

Need a cue to keep your dog out of mischief and things he shouldn’t be into? Need to get their attention immediately? This is the class for you!

Loose Leash Walking.

This class is available for up to 5 campers.This method transforms your dog’s leash from a source of conflict into a way to communicate with your dog. 100% positive, simple, and fun!

FETCH Test Practice

FETCH Test Novice

FETCH Test Intermediate

Josie Lebalch

Introduction to Scent Work-no experience required

This class is available for 8 campers. Scent Work is a sport that mimics the task of working detection dogs to locate a scent and communicate to the handler that the scent has been found. This class will teach you the basics and get you started on an exhilarating sport that any dog, at any age, can be successful. Real-life detection dogs are trained to search for a variety of things–drugs, explosives, human remains, currency, humans (such as for Search and Rescue), and much more. Scent Work takes this amazing working relationship and turns it into a fun game that any dog can play.

Intermediate Scent Work- experience required

This class is available for 10 campers and dogs. Go to the next level with your canine companion. More advanced challenges and increased confidence for your dog. Your dog’s primary sense is the smell- awaken that inner puppy and engage his busy mind! increase his skill as well as the fun!

Find Me

This class is available for 10 campers and dogs Can your dog find you if you are lost? Learn the basics of tracking and searching.

Scentwork Race Relay

This class is available for 10 campers and dogs Campers and their pups are divided into teams and compete in a timed strategy search game.

Introduction to Handler Discrimination

This class is available for 10 campers and dogs The non odor element in scent work, where your dog finds your scent.

Advanced plus scent work- experience required

This class is available for 8 campers and dogs. Experience Required. We will set up trial style searches to test you and your dogs searching skills. Must be on odor.

Wendy Hart

Rock Solid Recall

Improve your recall results with tried and true techniques for getting a consistent response. Class is limited to 10 dogs and their campers.

Leash Reactivity - no experience required

Specializing on aggression in Dogs, this lecture and demo are for any camper and dog who have experienced some “misbehavior” while their dog is on leash. Does your dog get too excited? Start to bark or growl? Go from being a love bug to Godzilla if they see another dog or person while on leash? Learn from the best on positive ways to correct unruly, fear-aggressive, or “I’m in a naughty mood” behavior!

Loose Leash Walking

This method transforms your dog’s leash from a source of conflict into a metaphorical "telephone line" through which communication flows equally in both directions. Class is limited to 10 dogs and their campers. 100% positive, simple, and fun!

Problem Solving

Learn to anticipate your dogs behavior and shape his responses in positive ways. Class is limited to 10 dogs and their campers. Help your dog put his best paw forward by teaching him confident, appropriate responses and building a communication bridge. A great class to learn how to shape away those cringe worthy moments.

Separation Anxiety Basics

Learn some of the many symptoms of separation anxiety and ways of soothing those jangled doggie nerves. Separation anxiety is a complex issue and breaking it down and learning some desensitizing techniques can dramatically improve your dogs life (and yours).

Clicker Training & Treat delivery

You can do everything else right, but get the treat delivery & timing wrong and you are creating extra work for yourself and extra frustration for your dog. Class is limited to 10 dogs and their campers. Learn the tricks the pro’s use to build that communication bridge!

Teach your dog to know colors

Use clicker training to teach your dog to differentiate between colors!

CGC

Is your dog a “Good Citizen?” Show the world and get your certifications. Training sessions to prepare you for the Canine Good Citizen test. A CGC is earned when the dog and handler together master ten basic skills. Canine Good Citizen instills confidence and good manners for your dog(s) in and out of the house. Accomplishing CGC builds a long-lasting relationship between you and your dog, all while practicing good behavior in public.

CGCA

The next level up of Canine Good Citizen. More advanced skills, impulse control, and advanced cues. If a dog has already earned their CGC, in order to receive their CGCA they must prove able to do ten more advanced skills, such as proper recall.

Therapy

A therapy dog certification means that both handler and dog have completed a series of advanced tests that will prepare them for a life in community service. Once certified a therapy dog is qualified to volunteer in a variety of different community service situations, such as rehabilitation facilities, libraries, hospitals, disaster sites, airport ambassadors, doctors’ offices, and schools. A therapy dog will work comforting children that are learning new skills all the way to giving lonely seniors some cuddly company. A therapy dog and their owner work in unison to improve the lives of people around them. WE DO TRAINING FOR THERAPY TESTING. ACTUAL TESTING IS DONE THROUGH THE ORGANIZATION YOU CHOOSE TO WORK WITH.

Melissa Goodman

Novice Agility-Bring your beginner pup

This class is available for 10 campers and dogs. This is a start at the beginning class for people wanting to try agility. Basic information for a solid start or a good refresher if you haven’t been on the course for awhile.

Building Focus & Engagement

This class is available for up to 10 dogs and their campers. Ever have trouble getting your dog to pay attention to you, especially in public or around distractions? Focus & engagement are more than just nice to have, they are crucial keys to success in all dog training! A focused dog is able to listen to any cues you may give and an engaged dog is enthusiastic & ready to work. This class introduces basic concepts and exercises to help build focus & engagement with your dog.
*All levels welcome
*Understanding of the clicker or specific marker is highly recommended

Novice Tricks

A fun way to sneak in some extra training that your dog will love. Beginner level

Intermediate Tricks-experience required or instructor consent

This class is available for 10 campers and dogs. Choose from a variety of tricks to teach your dog. Testing is available at camp for tricks titles. 10 tricks required.

DIY Enrichment

Learn simple everyday tricks and training techniques to keep your dogs brain engaged and their life full and interesting. Perfect for dogs of all ages and conditions, prevent boredom and encourages good behavior and an enduring bond.

Jumping and Impulse Control

Do you have a good dog with a few bad habits? Dogs with impulse control are happy, well adjusted dogs. Learn to redirect their energy and correct impulsive behavior with these positive techniques.

Dog Parkour

(Barkour) is moving through outdoor environments while jumping, climbing and doing tricks with found obstacles.

Parkour Hike-no experienced needed

This class is available for up to 10 dogs and their campers. We’ll work on your skills with benches, trees stumps and other found objects. Practicing in new environments will build your skills for success on expeditions. This hike will show you how to hike along a trail and incorporate short, fun training sessions your dog will love.

Reactivity-how to modify behavior and prevent incidents

Does your dog go from being a model citizen to Godzilla in the blink of an eye? Learn how to spot this behavior in advance and find positive ways to prevent it. Eliminate this unwanted behavior for a more relaxed and successful relationship.

Barb & Diane

Photographing Fido

Learn from the professionals how to get the best photos of your adorable pup. Simple tricks and techniques.

Camp Photo’s

Our photographic team will be at the beach Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday morning to take your official camp photo at the pier. Please make it a point of stopping by and getting your photo taken during those times.

Beth Williams

Physical Therapy for your dog

Physical Therapy: Learn from a professional what physical therapy for animals involves and how PT can improve the health and well-being of our dogs at any age, before and/or after injury or surgery. Whether your dog is a star athlete or a couch potato, learn to spot the telltale signs of injury or aging and how therapy can help.

Massaging your dog

Everyone loves a massage! Learn the techniques to soothe tired muscles and make your dog feel wonderful. A great bonding class, please bring a towel or blanket for your dog.

Stability/core exercise

A strong core is as important for your dog as it is for you for optimal function and stability. Strengthen their core with these simple exercises to keep your pup looking and feeling great.

Fitness with Fido

It’s always more fun to exercise with a partner and your dog is always ready when you are! Here is a fitness routine you can do with your dog to keep you both in great shape.

Sport warm up and cool down

All sports enthusiasts know the importance of the right warm-up and cool-down. The right exercises make all the difference between a good workout and a great one while also minimizing the possibility of injury. Learn these simple exercises for maximum long-term health.

Super Seniors

Learn gentle exercise, enrichment activities, and environmental modifications to help our older dogs live their best lives.

Pupnic

This class is available for up to 16 dogs and their campers. Sample a variety of healthy food that you can enjoy and share with your dog in a picnic setting. See what your dog prefers when given the opportunity to choose - fruits, vegetables, cheeses, proteins. Bring a towel/blanket /chair and let's eat!

Hoop It Up

Join us to make and decorate a "hula hoop" to take home, enjoy learning individual tricks, and play group games that incorporate the hoop as a prop. We may even enter the talent show with a group "Hounds Hooping it Up" routine!

Zen Dog

Learn how life with dogs improves our health/well-being and decreases our stress levels, and how we can return the favor with aromatherapy, music, breathing, petting/massage, foods, and an optimal balance of activity and rest for our canine companions.

Lori Wells

Various Diet Options from Home Cooked to RAW

Don’t just feed your dog, give him the diet that will make him THRIVE. Our professional nutritionist with over 10 years experience will guide your through a variety of home cooked diets designed to help you find the one that’s perfect for your canine best buddy. Open class discussion to get you started in the right direction.

Herbal Alternatives and Holistic Options

Alternative options to traditional medicine and parasite prevention.

Holistic Pain Management

Whether your dog is an athlete or couch potato, at some point they will have one kind of pain or another. Learn holistic techniques to bolster your dogs health and reduce their pain.

Detoxification

Has your dog recently gone through an illness or injury? Is he new to you from a shelter or the streets? Learn manageable ways to detoxify your dog through diet and supplements.

DIY Treats and Kong Fillers

One of the best ways to enrich your dog’s life is to encourage his natural desire to chew. Learn recipes to customize special, healthy treats for your dogs individual taste.

Private Session with the nutritionist

Quick 15 minute session with Lori so you can talk about your nutritional challenges and get some helpful ideas.

Joanne Osburne

Regenerative Medicine for Dogs

Did you know regenerative medicine is an option for your dog? Stem cells and/or platelet-rich plasma are powerful tools in helping our dogs live their best lives. We'll discuss what the heck these things are, what they have to offer our canine friends, as well as their limitations.

Addressing Cancer in our Dogs: What you should know about recent technologies

Chances are you and/or friend(s) have lost a beloved dog to cancer. In the last few years some exciting technologies have been developed that change the options available to us in dealing with canine cancer. We'll discuss these technologies so you'll have a better arsenal to address the threat of cancer, and - hopefully you won't need it - newer options in treating cancer in our dogs.

Scott Pack

Lure Coursing

Chase the plastic “bunny” around a large field course. This activity brings out the prey drive in your dog and gives him an excellent opportunity to really stretch and run, run, run across the field! One of our most popular activities!

Anne Miller

Crafts

Rag Ribbon Collars (TUE), Snuffle Mats (WED), Round Snuffle Balls (THU), Paracord Collars (FRI) and Fringe Snuffle Balls (SAT)
Samples are display at the apparel merchandise area inside lodge.