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		<title>GSMDCR End of Summer Pack Hikes</title>
		<link>https://gsmdca.org/event/gsmdcr-end-of-summer-pack-hikes/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Allison Allen]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hosting GSMDCA Recognized Regional Club Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club of the Rockies Date(s) of Proposed Pack Hike Sept 26 &#38; 27, Sept 30 &#38; Oct 1 Event Name GSMDCR End Of Summer Pack Hikes Hike Location/Address/Directions/Map Black Forest Section&#8230;]]></description>
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<td colspan="2">Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club of the Rockies</td>
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<td colspan="2">Date(s) of Proposed Pack Hike</td>
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<td colspan="2">Sept 26 &amp; 27, Sept 30 &amp; Oct 1</td>
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<td colspan="2">Event Name</td>
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<td colspan="2">GSMDCR End Of Summer Pack Hikes</td>
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<td colspan="2">Hike Location/Address/Directions/<wbr />Map</td>
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<td colspan="2">Black Forest Section 16<br />
8510 Burgess Rd.<br />
Colorado Springs, CO 80908</td>
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<td colspan="2">Check-in time for event</td>
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<td colspan="2">07:00 am</td>
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<td colspan="2">Brief Trail Description</td>
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<td colspan="2">4 miles loops in partial shade<br />
Wooded trail</td>
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<td colspan="2">Hike Coordinator Name</td>
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<td colspan="2">Michael Nelson</td>
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<td colspan="2">Hike Coordinator Phone</td>
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<td colspan="2">(909) 815-2733</td>
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<td colspan="2">Hike Coordinator Email</td>
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<td colspan="2"><a href="mailto:ssmikey58@yahoo.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ssmikey58@yahoo.com</a></td>
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<td colspan="2">Event fee</td>
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<td colspan="2">$10 per day</td>
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<td colspan="2">Net revenues will go to:</td>
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<td colspan="2">GSMDCR</td>
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<td colspan="2">Type of Hike</td>
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<td colspan="2">8 Mile back-to-back &#8211; 2 Day (16 miles total)</td>
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<td colspan="2">Emergency Vet Clinic (verify availability before submitting this application)</td>
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<td colspan="2">Southern Rockies Animal Emergency<br />
5886 Tutt Blvd<br />
Colorado Springs, CO 80923</td>
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<td colspan="2">Closest Hospital or Emergency Service</td>
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<td colspan="2">UCHealth Memorial Hospital North<br />
4050 Briargate Pkwy<br />
Colorado Springs, CO 80920</td>
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<td colspan="2">Will First Aid kit be available on the hike?</td>
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<td colspan="2">Yes</td>
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<td colspan="2">How will hike mileage be verified?</td>
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<td colspan="2">GPS</td>
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<td colspan="2">Will scale be available at start of hike for weighing dogs?</td>
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<td colspan="2">Yes</td>
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		<title>GSMDCR End of Summer Pack Hikes</title>
		<link>https://gsmdca.org/event/gsmdr-end-of-summer-pack-hikes/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Allison Allen]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hosting GSMDCA Recognized Regional Club Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club of the Rockies Date(s) of Proposed Pack Hike Sept 26 &#38; 27, Sept 30 &#38; Oct 1 Event Name GSMDCR End Of Summer Pack Hikes Hike Location/Address/Directions/Map Black Forest Section&#8230;]]></description>
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<td colspan="2">Date(s) of Proposed Pack Hike</td>
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<td colspan="2">Event Name</td>
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<td colspan="2">GSMDCR End Of Summer Pack Hikes</td>
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<td colspan="2">Hike Location/Address/Directions/<wbr />Map</td>
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<td colspan="2">Black Forest Section 16<br />
8510 Burgess Rd.<br />
Colorado Springs, CO 80908</td>
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<td colspan="2">Check-in time for event</td>
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<td colspan="2">07:00 am</td>
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<td colspan="2">Brief Trail Description</td>
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<td colspan="2">4 miles loops in partial shade<br />
Wooded trail</td>
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<td colspan="2">Hike Coordinator Name</td>
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<td colspan="2">Michael Nelson</td>
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<td colspan="2">Hike Coordinator Phone</td>
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<td colspan="2">(909) 815-2733</td>
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<td colspan="2">Hike Coordinator Email</td>
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<td colspan="2"><a href="mailto:ssmikey58@yahoo.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ssmikey58@yahoo.com</a></td>
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<td colspan="2">Event fee</td>
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<td colspan="2">$10 per day</td>
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<td colspan="2">Net revenues will go to:</td>
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<td colspan="2">GSMDCR</td>
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<td colspan="2">Type of Hike</td>
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<td colspan="2">8 Mile back-to-back &#8211; 2 Day (16 miles total)</td>
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<td colspan="2">Emergency Vet Clinic (verify availability before submitting this application)</td>
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<td colspan="2">Southern Rockies Animal Emergency<br />
5886 Tutt Blvd<br />
Colorado Springs, CO 80923</td>
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<td colspan="2">Closest Hospital or Emergency Service</td>
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<td colspan="2">UCHealth Memorial Hospital North<br />
4050 Briargate Pkwy<br />
Colorado Springs, CO 80920</td>
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<td colspan="2">Will First Aid kit be available on the hike?</td>
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<td colspan="2">Yes</td>
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<td colspan="2">How will hike mileage be verified?</td>
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<td colspan="2">GPS</td>
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<td colspan="2">Will scale be available at start of hike for weighing dogs?</td>
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<td colspan="2">Yes</td>
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		<title>National Specialty Pack Hikes</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Allison Allen]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hosting GSMDCA Recognized Regional Club Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club of America Date(s) of Proposed Pack Hike Sunday, October 4, 2026 and Monday, October 5, 2026 Event Name 2026 GSMD National Specialty Back-to-Back Pack Hikes Hike Location/Address/Directions/Map Location: Eagle Island&#8230;]]></description>
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<td colspan="2">Sunday, October 4, 2026 and Monday, October 5, 2026</td>
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<td colspan="2">Event Name</td>
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<td colspan="2">2026 GSMD National Specialty Back-to-Back Pack Hikes</td>
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<td colspan="2">Location: Eagle Island State Park<br />
Address: 165 S Eagle Island Parkway, Eagle, ID 83616<br />
Directions: We will meet in the Equestrian Parking Lot off W Hatchery Road. GPS coordinates (43.68837, -116.38740)<br />
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<td colspan="2">09:00 am</td>
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<td colspan="2">Brief Trail Description</td>
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<td colspan="2">Eagle Island State Park Loop &#8211; This unpaved loop trail encircles much of the park, providing a comprehensive view of the natural beauty and diverse landscapes within the park. The loop is approximately 4.7 miles, we will make two loops of the park, modifying the second loop to minimize mileage and hit the required 8 miles. Elevation gain throughout one loop is approximately 26 feet, making this a generally easy trail.</td>
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<td colspan="2">Hike Coordinator Name</td>
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<td colspan="2">Angie Luengen</td>
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<td colspan="2">Hike Coordinator Phone</td>
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<td colspan="2">(425) 785-7227</td>
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<td colspan="2">Hike Coordinator Email</td>
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<td colspan="2"><a href="mailto:raluengen@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">raluengen@gmail.com</a></td>
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<td colspan="2">Event fee</td>
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<td colspan="2">$30</td>
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<td colspan="2">Net revenues will go to:</td>
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<td colspan="2">2026 GSMD National Specialty</td>
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<td colspan="2">Type of Hike</td>
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<td colspan="2">10 Mile option to be offered for 8 mile Day Hike (Hike Coordinator must hike the additional 2 miles with hikers on this day)</td>
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<td colspan="2">Emergency Vet Clinic (verify availability before submitting this application)</td>
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<td colspan="2">WestVet Boise 24/7 Animal Emergency &amp; Specialty Clinic<br />
5024 W Chinden Blvd, Garden City, ID 83714</td>
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<td colspan="2">Closest Hospital or Emergency Service</td>
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<td colspan="2">Saint Alphonsus Emergency &#8211; Eagle<br />
323 E Riverside Dr, Eagle, ID 83616</td>
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<td colspan="2">Will First Aid kit be available on the hike?</td>
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<td colspan="2">Yes</td>
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<td colspan="2">How will hike mileage be verified?</td>
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<td colspan="2">GPS</td>
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<td colspan="2">Will scale be available at start of hike for weighing dogs?</td>
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<td colspan="2">Yes</td>
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		<title>2026 GSMDCA National Specialty</title>
		<link>https://gsmdca.org/event/2026-gsmdca-national-specialty/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Allison Allen]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hosted by Cascade GSMD Club; Golden State GSMD Club; GSMD Club of the RockiesShow Chairs: Annika Schmid and Liz CoitExpo Idaho5610 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID 83714October 5-11, 2026]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hosted by Cascade GSMD Club; Golden State GSMD Club; GSMD Club of the Rockies<br class="html-br" />Show Chairs: Annika Schmid and Liz Coit<br class="html-br" />Expo Idaho<br class="html-br" />5610 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID 83714<br class="html-br" />October 5-11, 2026</p>
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		<title>National Specialty Draft Trial</title>
		<link>https://gsmdca.org/event/national-specialty-draft-trial-2/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Allison Allen]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hosting Regional Club Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club of America Date of Trial 10/06/2026 How many trials will be offered on this dates? 1 How many trials will be offered on this dates? 1 What is being offered? Draft trial&#8230;]]></description>
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<td colspan="2">Hosting Regional Club</td>
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<td colspan="2">Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club of America</td>
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<td colspan="2">Date of Trial</td>
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<td colspan="2">10/06/2026</td>
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<td colspan="2">How many trials will be offered on this dates?</td>
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<td colspan="2">1</td>
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<td colspan="2">How many trials will be offered on this dates?</td>
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<td colspan="2">What is being offered?</td>
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<td colspan="2">Expo Idaho<br />
6510 Glenwood<br />
Boise, Idaho 83714<br />
<a href="https://maps.google.com/maps?q=Expo+Idaho+6510+Glenwood+Boise%2C+Idaho+83714" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://maps.google.com/maps?q%3DExpo%2BIdaho%2B6510%2BGlenwood%2BBoise%252C%2BIdaho%2B83714&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1779412730750000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1SJDcYws2WXhxSWU2s1SSi">Map It</a></td>
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<li><a href="https://gsmdca.org/index.php?gf-download=2026%2F05%2FExpo-Freight-Haul-2-2.pdf&amp;form-id=24&amp;field-id=21&amp;entry-id=6174&amp;hash=eb90c3ad5bed6a61b3b8e4d9ab6de1a5f8560ebed2dbe4c8ba2d8be78ecbecbb" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Click to view" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://gsmdca.org/index.php?gf-download%3D2026%252F05%252FExpo-Freight-Haul-2-2.pdf%26form-id%3D24%26field-id%3D21%26entry-id%3D6174%26hash%3Deb90c3ad5bed6a61b3b8e4d9ab6de1a5f8560ebed2dbe4c8ba2d8be78ecbecbb&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1779412730750000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1zU7V3lZrl70omBEaWorvc">Expo-Freight-Haul-2-2.pdf</a></li>
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<td colspan="2">Names &amp; Address of Judges</td>
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<td colspan="2">Bob Fralick &#8211; 1980 State RTE 56 NW in London, OH 43140</p>
<p>Todd Snyder &#8211; 1606 North Rocky View Road in Castle Rock, CO 80108</td>
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<td colspan="2">Draft Chair</td>
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<td colspan="2">Name</td>
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<td colspan="2">Becky Reinke</td>
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<td colspan="2">Address</td>
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<td colspan="2">1418 N. Joplin Circle<br />
Mesa, AZ 85207<br />
<a href="https://maps.google.com/maps?q=1418+N.+Joplin+Circle+Mesa%2C+AZ+85207" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://maps.google.com/maps?q%3D1418%2BN.%2BJoplin%2BCircle%2BMesa%252C%2BAZ%2B85207&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1779412730750000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0NhXwV465hZf0iR4Y-W7M0">Map It</a></td>
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<td colspan="2">Email</td>
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<td colspan="2"><a href="mailto:dr36@yahoo.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">dr36@yahoo.com</a></td>
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<td colspan="2">Phone</td>
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<td colspan="2">(602) 885-8557</td>
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<td colspan="2">Draft Secretary</td>
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<td colspan="2">Name</td>
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<td colspan="2">Kelly Stover</td>
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<td colspan="2">Address</td>
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<td colspan="2">1900 W. Hillsdale Road<br />
Athol, ID 83801<br />
<a href="https://maps.google.com/maps?q=1900+W.+Hillsdale+Road+Athol%2C+ID+83801" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://maps.google.com/maps?q%3D1900%2BW.%2BHillsdale%2BRoad%2BAthol%252C%2BID%2B83801&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1779412730750000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0kSnYqgVc0Lf0U5QXtWSxI">Map It</a></td>
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<td colspan="2">Email</td>
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<td colspan="2"><a href="mailto:k_stover@sbcglobal.net" target="_blank" rel="noopener">k_stover@sbcglobal.net</a></td>
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<td colspan="2">Phone</td>
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<td colspan="2">(805) 358-0625</td>
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<td colspan="2">Additional Committee Members</td>
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<td colspan="2">Kristy Stickler, Christine Mata, Andrea Hansen</td>
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		<title>National Specialty Weight Pull Events</title>
		<link>https://gsmdca.org/event/national-specialty-weight-pull-events/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Allison Allen]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Date(s) of Proposed Weight Pull 10/7/26 &#38; 10/10/26 Event Name GSMDCA National Specialty Weight Pull Location/Address/Directions Expo Idaho 5610 N Glenwood St Garden City, ID 83714 Check-in time for event 05:00 pm Hosting GSMDCA Recognized Regional Club Cascade Greater Swiss&#8230;]]></description>
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<td colspan="2">GSMDCA National Specialty</td>
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<td colspan="2">Weight Pull Location/Address/Directions</td>
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<td colspan="2">Expo Idaho<br />
5610 N Glenwood St<br />
Garden City, ID 83714</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Check-in time for event</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">05:00 pm</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Hosting GSMDCA Recognized Regional Club</td>
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<td colspan="2">Cascade Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club</td>
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<td colspan="2">Pull Format (i.e. wheels, rails, including type of flooring/ground)</td>
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<td colspan="2">wheeled cart on carpet, over asphalt</td>
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<td colspan="2">Name and Address of judges</td>
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<td colspan="2">Judge 1: Jenna Collins 3611 South Mountain Rd. Knoxville, MD 21758</p>
<p>Judge 2: tbd</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Weight Pull Chairman Information</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Name</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Jenna Collins</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Address</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">3611 South Mountain Road<br />
Knoxville, MD 21758<br />
United States<br />
<a href="https://maps.google.com/maps?q=3611+South+Mountain+Road+Knoxville%2C+MD+21758+United+States" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://maps.google.com/maps?q%3D3611%2BSouth%2BMountain%2BRoad%2BKnoxville%252C%2BMD%2B21758%2BUnited%2BStates&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1774810752879000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0ZYCYiLddb6reIu_vZlRQe">Map It</a></td>
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<td colspan="2">Phone</td>
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<td colspan="2">(443) 878-3833</td>
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<td colspan="2">Email</td>
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<td colspan="2"><a href="mailto:jennasstarr@hotmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">jennasstarr@hotmail.com</a></td>
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<td colspan="2">Emergency Vet Clinic (verify availability before submitting this application)</td>
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<td colspan="2">WestVet Boise Animal Emergency &amp; Specialty Center – 24 hr<br />
5024 W Chinden Blvd<br />
Garden City, ID 83714<br />
(208) 375-1600</td>
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<td colspan="2">Closest Hospital or Emergency Service</td>
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<td colspan="2">Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center &#8211; Boise<br />
1055 N Curtis Rd<br />
Boise, ID 83706<br />
(208) 367-2121</td>
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		<title>National Specialty Weight Pull Events</title>
		<link>https://gsmdca.org/event/national-specialty-weight-pull-events-2/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Allison Allen]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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<td colspan="2">10/7/26 &amp; 10/10/26</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Event Name</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">GSMDCA National Specialty</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Weight Pull Location/Address/Directions</td>
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<td colspan="2">Expo Idaho<br />
5610 N Glenwood St<br />
Garden City, ID 83714</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Check-in time for event</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">05:00 pm</td>
</tr>
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<td colspan="2">Hosting GSMDCA Recognized Regional Club</td>
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<td colspan="2">Cascade Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club</td>
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<td colspan="2">Pull Format (i.e. wheels, rails, including type of flooring/ground)</td>
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<td colspan="2">wheeled cart on carpet, over asphalt</td>
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<td colspan="2">Name and Address of judges</td>
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<td colspan="2">Judge 1: Jenna Collins 3611 South Mountain Rd. Knoxville, MD 21758</p>
<p>Judge 2: tbd</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Weight Pull Chairman Information</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Name</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Jenna Collins</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Address</td>
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<td colspan="2">3611 South Mountain Road<br />
Knoxville, MD 21758<br />
United States<br />
<a href="https://maps.google.com/maps?q=3611+South+Mountain+Road+Knoxville%2C+MD+21758+United+States" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://maps.google.com/maps?q%3D3611%2BSouth%2BMountain%2BRoad%2BKnoxville%252C%2BMD%2B21758%2BUnited%2BStates&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1774810752879000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0ZYCYiLddb6reIu_vZlRQe">Map It</a></td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Phone</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">(443) 878-3833</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Email</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2"><a href="mailto:jennasstarr@hotmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">jennasstarr@hotmail.com</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Emergency Vet Clinic (verify availability before submitting this application)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">WestVet Boise Animal Emergency &amp; Specialty Center – 24 hr<br />
5024 W Chinden Blvd<br />
Garden City, ID 83714<br />
(208) 375-1600</td>
</tr>
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<td colspan="2">Closest Hospital or Emergency Service</td>
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<td colspan="2">Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center &#8211; Boise<br />
1055 N Curtis Rd<br />
Boise, ID 83706<br />
(208) 367-2121</td>
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		<title>MAGS East Coast National Specialty Pack Hike</title>
		<link>https://gsmdca.org/event/mags-east-coast-national-specialty-pack-hike/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Allison Allen]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hosting GSMDCA Recognized Regional Club Mid-Atlantic Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club Date(s) of Proposed Pack Hike October 10 &#38; 11, 2026 Event Name MAGS East Coast National Specialty Pack Hike Hike Location/Address/Directions/Map D&#38;R Canal Towpath Ride – Frenchtown, NJ Check-in&#8230;]]></description>
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<td colspan="2">Hosting GSMDCA Recognized Regional Club</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Mid-Atlantic Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club</td>
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<td colspan="2">Date(s) of Proposed Pack Hike</td>
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<td colspan="2">October 10 &amp; 11, 2026</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Event Name</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">MAGS East Coast National Specialty Pack Hike</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Hike Location/Address/Directions/<wbr />Map</td>
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<td colspan="2">D&amp;R Canal Towpath Ride – Frenchtown, NJ</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Check-in time for event</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">08:00 am</td>
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<td colspan="2">Brief Trail Description</td>
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<td colspan="2">Sections of the D&amp;R Canal State Park are part of the regional trail systems including the East Coast Greenway and the Circuit Trail as our trail provides a safe, well maintained off road trail for people to explore NJ.</td>
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<td colspan="2">Hike Coordinator Name</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Denise Mitterando</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Hike Coordinator Phone</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">(908) 294-1952</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Hike Coordinator Email</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2"><a href="mailto:deemitt@live.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">deemitt@live.com</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Event fee</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">$20 for 1 day $25 for 2 days</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Net revenues will go to:</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">MAGS</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Type of Hike</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">10 Mile option to be offered for 8 mile Day Hike (Hike Coordinator must hike the additional 2 miles with hikers on this day)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Emergency Vet Clinic (verify availability before submitting this application)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Crown Veterinary Specialists and Associates, 23 Blossom Hill Rd, Lebanon, NJ 08833 (908) 236-4120</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Closest Hospital or Emergency Service</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Hunterdon Medical Center 2100 Wescott Drive<br />
Flemington, NJ 08822-4604</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Will First Aid kit be available on the hike?</td>
</tr>
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<td colspan="2">Yes</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">How will hike mileage be verified?</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Pedometer</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Will scale be available at start of hike for weighing dogs?</td>
</tr>
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<td colspan="2">No (if no, dog&#8217;s weight must be provided by vet clinic documentation within 7 days of hike)</td>
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		<title>Halloween Black Forest Pack Hike</title>
		<link>https://gsmdca.org/event/halloween-black-forest-pack-hike/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Allison Allen]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hosting GSMDCA Recognized Regional Club Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club of the Rockies Date(s) of Proposed Pack Hike Oct 31 and Nov 1 Event Name Halloween Black Forest Hike Location/Address/Directions/Map Black Forest trail #16 8510 Burgess Rd, Colorado Springs, CO&#8230;]]></description>
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<td colspan="2">Date(s) of Proposed Pack Hike</td>
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<td colspan="2">Oct 31 and Nov 1</td>
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<td colspan="2">Event Name</td>
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<td colspan="2">Halloween Black Forest</td>
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<td colspan="2">Hike Location/Address/Directions/<wbr />Map</td>
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<td colspan="2">Black Forest trail #16 8510 Burgess Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80908</td>
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<td colspan="2">Check-in time for event</td>
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<td colspan="2">07:45 am</td>
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<td colspan="2">Brief Trail Description</td>
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<td colspan="2">Four mile easy to moderate loop, (twice) dirt path, wooded area partly shaded</td>
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<td colspan="2">Hike Coordinator Name</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Jenny Bauer</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Hike Coordinator Phone</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2"><a href="tel:(702)%20449-4109" target="_blank" rel="noopener">(702) 449-4109</a></td>
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<td colspan="2">Hike Coordinator Email</td>
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<td colspan="2"><a href="mailto:rottiegirlx2@yahoo.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">rottiegirlx2@yahoo.com</a></td>
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<td colspan="2">Event fee</td>
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<td colspan="2">$10</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Net revenues will go to:</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">GSMD Health Fund</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Emergency Vet Clinic (verify availability before submitting this application)</td>
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<td colspan="2">Animal Emergency Care Centers</p>
<p>North Colorado Springs</p>
<p>5520 North Nevada Avenue</p>
<p>Colorado Springs, CO 80918</p>
<p><a href="tel:(719)%20260-7141" target="_blank" rel="noopener">(719) 260-7141</a></td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">UC Health Memorial Hosp<br />
4050 Briargate Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO 80920</td>
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<td colspan="2">Will First Aid kit be available on the hike?</td>
</tr>
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<td colspan="2">Yes</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">How will hike mileage be verified?</td>
</tr>
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<td colspan="2">Prior Hike</td>
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<td colspan="2">If &#8216;Prior Hike&#8217; chosen above, please give the name and date of prior hike:</td>
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<td colspan="2">Black Forest 16</td>
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<td colspan="2">Will scale be available at start of hike for weighing dogs?</td>
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<td colspan="2">No (if no, dog&#8217;s weight must be provided by vet clinic documentation within 7 days of hike)</td>
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		<title>MAGS Gobble ’Til You Wobble Back-to-Back Pack Hike</title>
		<link>https://gsmdca.org/event/mags-gobble-til-you-wobble-back-to-back-pack-hike/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Allison Allen]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hosting GSMDCA Recognized Regional Club Mid-Atlantic Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Club Date(s) of Proposed Pack Hike November 27 &#38; 28, 2026 (Friday/Saturday) Event Name MAGS Gobble ’Til You Wobble Back-to-Back Pack Hike Hike Location/Address/Directions/Map Trexler Nature Preserve, 4935 Orchard Rd,&#8230;]]></description>
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<td colspan="2">November 27 &amp; 28, 2026 (Friday/Saturday)</td>
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<td colspan="2">MAGS Gobble ’Til You Wobble Back-to-Back Pack Hike</td>
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<td colspan="2">Trexler Nature Preserve, 4935 Orchard Rd, Schnecksville, PA</td>
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<td colspan="2">Check-in time for event</td>
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<td colspan="2">08:00 am</td>
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<td colspan="2">Brief Trail Description</td>
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<td colspan="2">Fireman’s Trail (Quiet + Moderate)<br />
Distance: ~3 miles<br />
Why it’s great: Wooded, cooler, fewer hikers, gentle elevation<br />
Best for: Dogs who prefer calmer environmentsElk Ridge Loop (Scenic + Active Dogs)<br />
Distance: 4–5 miles<br />
Why it’s great: Wide open ridge views, lots of space, fun climbs</p>
<p>Covered Bridge Trail (Easiest + Water Access)<br />
Distance: 1–2 miles<br />
Why it’s great for dogs: Shaded, flat, follows Jordan Creek, lots of sniffing opportunities</td>
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<td colspan="2">Hike Coordinator Name</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Denise Mitterando</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Hike Coordinator Phone</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">(908) 294-1952</td>
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<td colspan="2">Hike Coordinator Email</td>
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<td colspan="2"><a href="mailto:deemitt@live.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">deemitt@live.com</a></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Event fee</td>
</tr>
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<td colspan="2">$20 for 1 day $25 for 2 days</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Net revenues will go to:</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">MAGS</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">Type of Hike</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">10 Mile option to be offered for 8 mile Day Hike (Hike Coordinator must hike the additional 2 miles with hikers on this day)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2">Emergency Vet Clinic (verify availability before submitting this application)</td>
</tr>
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<td colspan="2">Eastern Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Center (EPVMC) — Open 24 hours<br />
7042 Snowdrift Rd, Allentown, PA 18106<br />
Phone: (610) 904-1776</td>
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<td colspan="2">Closest Hospital or Emergency Service</td>
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<td colspan="2">Lehigh Valley Hospital–17th Street<br />
1627 W Chew St, Allentown, PA 18102<br />
Open: 24 hours<br />
Phone: (610) 402-8000</td>
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<td colspan="2">Will First Aid kit be available on the hike?</td>
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<td colspan="2">Yes</td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2">How will hike mileage be verified?</td>
</tr>
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<td colspan="2">Pedometer</td>
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<td colspan="2">Will scale be available at start of hike for weighing dogs?</td>
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<td colspan="2">No (if no, dog&#8217;s weight must be provided by vet clinic documentation within 7 days of hike)</td>
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