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BMDCA's 2025 National Specialty

April 27-May 3, 2025
Gettysburg, PA

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  • Celebrate your place in history! On behalf of the 2025 National Specialty Planning Committee, we invite you to join us in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania for the 50th BMDCA National Specialty Show, April 27-May 3, 2025 as we all take our places in this historic event. In addition to the BMDCA, your hosts will be the member clubs from Zone 1 (the east and south):  Mason Dixon, Potomac Valley, Watchung, Nashoba Valley, Finger Lakes (NY), Central Virginia, Blue Ridge, Chattahoochee Valley, Piedmont, Three Rivers, and Hampton Roads.

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    We are excited to be the first National Specialty to bring you the entire planning booklet online, with an interactive event schedule jam-packed with activities! 

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    Calling all volunteers - the heartbeat of each and every BMDCA National Specialty: If you have a couple of hours or a whole day to share your talents and time, we would love to have your help. Reach out to Volunteer Coordinator Elizabeth Kinser ekinser99@gmail.com to assist. She will help plug you into a role that fits your schedule and fills a need.

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    Join us in the Celebration! 

    Heather Austin and Jill Shaeffer

    BMDCA 2025 National Specialty Co-Chairs​

    • Eisenhower & Aspire Hotels and All Star Sports Complex (show campus)

      2634 Emmitsburg Rd.

      Gettysburg, PA 17325                      

      (717) 334-8121

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      This is the third time BMDCA has returned to the All Star Sports Complex (herein "All Star") in Gettyburg, Pennsylvania. All of the events for this year’s specialty will be held at this location, except Herding (Berryville, Virginia), Tracking (Fair Hills, Maryland) and Agility (Leesburg, Virginia). A bathing station will be set up behind All Star. Grooming will be available via online registration. RV parking is available onsite (see RV Information tab under Lodging & RV).

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      Personal chairs will be allowed ringside at All Star, however, they must be removed at the end of judging each day. If not, they will be removed by the show committee and can be retrieved the following day at the convenience of the Show Committee. Ringside chairs will also be provided by All Star. Reserving chairs from day to day will be prohibited.

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      Travel: If you plan to travel by plane, the most accessible airport is BWI- Baltimore Washington International Airport. To get to the show campus in Gettysburg, you will need to rent a car. The venue is approximately 156 miles from Philadelphia International Airport, 60 miles from Baltimore Washington International Airport, 54 miles from Harrisburg International Airport, and 70 miles from Dulles International Airport.

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      Parking: Exhibitor and visitor parking will be located on blacktop parking lots in front of and on the side of the All Star Sports Complex. Vehicles are limited to one parking space. No exercise pens or crates are allowed on the blacktop surface, and no cones are allowed in parking areas except when in association with an RV parking space.  No parking is allowed in roadways or next to building.

    • March 23

      Final Deadline for Refund Requests for Online Registration Items

      February 28

      March 12

      March 16

      March 26

      March 31

      April 2

      April 11

      Deadline to enter Photo Contest (photo upload deadline March 7)

      Catalog Ad Submissions

      Online Registration (Name Tag & Welcome Bag, Reserved Grooming, Pre-Ordered Catalogs, Receptions and Banquets, Sires & Desires Stud Dog Entries, Titleholders Gallery, Veterans Parades, Berner University, Juniors Activities, Bernerversary Club, etc.)

      Entries Close - Rescue Gallery, Trophy Sponsorships 

      Entries Close - Tracking Tests

      Deadline to submit agenda items for the In-Person BMDCA Board Meeting or the BMDCA Annual Meeting (see General Information > Important Notices)

      Entries Close: Conformation – Regular & Non-Regular Classes, Futurity, Sweepstakes, Veterans Sweepstakes, Junior Showmanship, Versatility, Top 20;

      Performance – Obedience, Rally, Draft, Agility, Farm Dog, Herding & Scent Work 

      Deadline to submit Triathlete Challenge forms

      April 16

      Early Registraton - AKC Judges Education Seminar Registration
      Health Clinics: Cardiac, Eye, Histiocytic Sarcoma Risk Test & Liquid Biopsy, Thyroid

      Click here for printable table of closing dates

    • ATTENTION EXHIBITORS - ACT NOW! AKC DNA required for all dog show entries

      AKC DNA Profile kits can be obtained from the AKC Online Store at https://shop.akc.org/products/proshop-akc-dna?variant=30519215236

      The BMDCA requires each entrant to provide a valid AKC DNA Profile Number for the dog entered on the Official Entry Form at the time of entry. AKC DNA numbers are not required for Special Attractions such as parades. Failure to meet these requirements will render the dog ineligible to enter the event. This may result in the loss of all awards earned at the event, as well as subject the entrant to possible disciplinary action by the AKC and/or BMDCA, including but not limited to, suspension from club privileges and entry of club events. All DNA numbers will be verified by the BMDCA within 30 days after the National Specialty. 

      IMPORTANT UPDATE: Instead of sending your information and DNA sample directly to the AKC, you will now enter your information into the DNA Online Portal and mail your DNA sample directly to AKC’s service provider. FAILURE TO COMPLETE THIS STEP WILL DELAY processing. If you do not have access to the internet to activate your kit, please contact AKC DNA at (919) 816-3508 FOR FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR SAMPLE. DON’T DELAY! KIT DELIVERY CAN TAKE UP TO 2-3 WEEKS; RESULTS CAN TAKE 7-8 WEEKS AFTER RECEIPT.


      Show Veterinarians

      Emergencies

      • CARE Animal Hospital- Frederick- 1080 W. Frederick St., Frederick, MD 21703, phone (301)662-2273. 24/7 emergency care (29.9 miles, 33 minutes from Eisenhower Conference Center)

      • Partner Veterinary Emergency- Frederick- 7300 Guilford Dr., Frederick, MD 21704, phone (301)200-8185. 24/7 emergency care (33 miles, 37 minutes from Eisenhower Conference Center)

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      Non-Emergencies - Please call ahead to confirm availability of appointments.

      • Emmittsburg Veterinary Hospital- 8436 B Waynesboro Pike, Emmittsburg, MD 21727, phone (301)447-6237 (7 miles, 11 minutes from Eisenhower Conference Center). Hours: Monday-Thursday 8 a.m- 7 p.m., Friday 8 a.m.- 6:30 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.- 12 p.m.

      • Confederate Woods Veterinary Hospital- 10 Confederate Dr, Gettysburg, PA 17325, phone (717)334-1179 (6.1 miles, 13 minutes from Eisenhower Conference Center). Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 a. m.- 5:30 p.m.

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      Important Health Information

      The Bernese Mountain Dog Club of America has planned these trials and shows in accordance with public health requirements in place as of the publication of the planning booklet. The health and welfare of our exhibitors, judges, club members, and all those who work to make the shows a success is paramount. At the time of publication of the planning booklet, no public health requirements are in effect for the show site and the size of our events. Any changes to requirements will be included with the judging program.  Any changes will be based on local and state requirements, as well as the AKC Suggested Best Practices for the Well-Being of Dog Sport Participants (available at AKC.org). EVENT ATTENDEES VOLUNTARILY ASSUME ALL RISKS RELATED TO EXPOSURE TO COMMUNICABLE DISEASES.

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      BMDCA Business Meetings

      • Sunday, April 27th, 2025, 8:30am ~ The In Person Meeting of the Bernese Mountain Dog Club of America, Inc. (BMDCA) Board of Directors will be held in the Technology Room of the Aspire Hotel BMDCA members are invited to attend.

      • Friday, May 2, 2025, 8:00pm ~ The Annual Meeting of the Bernese Mountain Dog Club of America, Inc. (BMDCA) will be held in the Grand Ballroom at the Aspire Hotel.  Seating will be provided for those not attending the banquet beforehand.

      Items for inclusion on the agenda for either the In-Person Board Meeting or the Annual Meeting must be received in writing by March 31, 2025. Please send your written request and all materials to the Recording Secretary, Kelley Van Arsdale, via e-mail at bmdcarecsec@yahoo.com. Please CC Marjorie Geiger on all email requests at margbmdca@yahoo.com.

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      Waiver of Rights - Animals in Distress

      The Bernese Mountain Dog Club of America, Inc. reserves the right to remove any animal in distress from a parked vehicle or crate, and all persons attending these dog events hereby waive any claim for damages against the club for such removal. The Club regards the health, safety, and life of any dog on the show grounds to be paramount to other property or privacy rights. We will attempt to reach the responsible party but cannot guarantee contact will be made before action is taken.

    • Superintendent - Conformation, Obedience & Rally

      Rau Dog Shows, Ltd.,  

                  Rau Dog Shows, Ltd.                           Mailing Address:

                  235 Second Avenue                            P.O. Box 6898

                  West Reading, PA 19611                     Reading, PA 19610

                  Phone: (610) 376-1880                       Fax: (610) 376-4939

                  Email: info@raudogshows.com          Website: www.raudogshows.com

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      Other Test/Trial Secretaries

      Click on the event link in the Interactive Event Schedule.

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      Premium Lists

      All Premium Lists will be posted to this website in February. BMDCA members will be notified in February when the Premium Lists are posted.

      If you want to receive a copy of the main Premium List by mail, contact Rau Dog Shows to request a printed copy.

      Premium Lists for all AKC Events will also be posted to the AKC website.

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      Catalog Advertising—Submissions due March 12, 2025

      Click here to place an ad in the 2025 National Specialty Catalog.

      As an added bonus, catalog ads will also be prominently featured IN COLOR on the Party Central Facebook page, which has a world-wide reach ... a perfect way to advertise your stud dog, brag about show wins or new titles, upcoming club events or simply wish everyone good luck!

      Contact Beth Dennehy, Catalog Advertising Chair bmdcacatalogads@gmail.com if you have any questions.

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      Triathlete Challenge—Entry forms (see link below) due April 11, 2025

      Are you and your working dog ready to shine in your favorite performance venues? Are you ready to show off your multi-talented teamwork? Dream big and set your sights on the Specialty Triathlete Challenge! The Specialty Triathlete Award is given at the Awards Banquet to EACH berner/handler team who earns a qualifying leg or passing score in three or more different working venues. Yes, you can do it all! The eligible events are Herding (PT or higher), Rally, (all individual classes) Obedience (regular classes only—novice, open, utility), Agility (all classes), Tracking (all classes), and Draft (all classes). Only one score or performance in each venue will count towards this award. If your dog can pull, heel, sniff, run, and jump—just pick your venues and shoot for the stars! The Specialty Triathlete Award is something special. You and your Berner will love the prizes and unique Triathlete duffel bag for every winner. Award offered by Ruth Nielsen, Mazama Mountain Dogs.

      To be eligible, download and complete the Triathlete Challenge entry form and email to rnielsen@nielsenlaw.com no later than April 11, 2025. Mailed entries also accepted, send to Ruth Nielsen, 55 Quaking Aspen Road, Winthrop WA 98862.

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      Any questions about the Triathlete Award? Email Ruth Nielsen at rnielsen@nielsenlaw.com.

    • Trophies, Ring Favors & Ribbons

      It’s time to Join in the Celebration in 2025! Show your support through a sponsorship in your name or your kennel name, or donate in memory of a loved one or in honor of a special dog. Visit the 2025 National Specialty store, Celebration Station, click here to sponsor a trophy or make a donation to the General Trophy Fund. You can also make a General Trophy Fund donation through Online Registration. All paid donations must be received by March 16, 2025 to be recognized in the show catalog.

      Contact the Conformation Trophy Chair, Pam Eldredge, at peldredge39@comcast.net or the Performance Trophy Chair, Joan Gabriel, at jgabriel171@aol.com for questions.

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      The Fan Award

      Presented at the Awards Banquet to the oldest male and female dog exhibited at the Specialty, including parades. The award is offered by Friends of the Fan Award in loving memory of "Fan" Camelot's Fantasy and Meg Auger, who sponsored the award from 2003-2015.

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      50th Anniversary Bernerversary Club! 

      Don’t miss your chance to be part of the 50th Anniversary Bernerversary Club at the 2025 BMDCA National! This exclusive club is your ticket to an unforgettable celebration and special member perks that you won't want to miss! 

      As a member of the Bernerversary Club, you’ll receive: 

      ✨ Custom Name Badge Sticker 
      Stand out and show your pride with a special badge identifying you as a Bernerversary member! 

      🎒 Exclusive Customized Cross-body Bag 
      Sport our unique logo with a stylish bag, crafted just for our elite members! 

      🍽️ Early Access to Banquet Dinners 
      Enjoy the finest dining experience with priority seating at our special events! 

      How to Join: 

      Become a valued member by contributing $200+ in qualifying donations to any of the following: 

      • Trophy Sponsorship 

      • Catalog Ad (with an $85 credit applied per ad) 

      • General Trophy Fund 

      • General Specialty Fund 

      • Raffle Fund 

      Plus, all Bernerversary members will be recognized in the show catalog and specialty newsletter! 

      Don’t wait! Become part of this remarkable celebration and make a lasting impact. For more details or any questions, contact Sheri Wright-Wagner at sheri.wright@verizon.net. 

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      Join us in celebrating 50 years of Bernese Mountain Dog show love—become a Bernerversary Club member today! 🐾 

    • Official BMDCA Specialty Photographer

      BS Photography, 7268 Kindler Avenue Columbia, MD 21046 (410) 490-8374 (Text only)

      info@bsphotography.net, www.bsphotography.net/dog-show-photos/

      The “Official BMDCA Specialty Photographer” will be the only photographer authorized by the 2025 National Specialty Show Committee and BMDCA to take and sell official specialty win photos featuring judges at the Specialty. Judge photos may be taken at off-site locations by Show Committee approved photographers in the event those judges are unavailable to be present at the Specialty.

      Other commercial photographers authorized to sell photos for specialty events must be approved by the Show Committee and will be required to sign a vendor agreement with the Show Committee for specified events and will only be authorized to shoot and make available for purchase candid (or action) photos and those judge photographs where the judge cannot be available for photographs with the “Official BMDCA Specialty Photographer.”

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      Candid Ringside & Performance Photographers

      Candid ringside and performance photographers approved at the time of publication are included below or in specific event descriptions.

      Chris & Andrea Stefanac, (804) 347-0452, chrisertec@aol.com, www.csphotoonline.com
      Annie McDannold, clickingtocapture@gmail.com, www.clickingtocapture.com

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      Videographer

      ShowDogVideoPros

      2639 Pocolomas Ct, Las Cruces NM 88011 (575) 993-3460

      showdogvideopros@gmail.com, www.showdogvideopros.com

      • The professional video services and live streaming at this show are governed by an exclusive video contract with the Club. No other commercial video recording, video recording from a tripod, monopod or other supported camera/device, or any video recording or streaming of large parts or whole classes shall be permitted.

      • The contract terms permit individuals to record small bits of video of their own dogs only, and using handheld devices only (e.g. phone, tablet or small camcorder). Individuals may post recorded videos of their own dogs to social media (Facebook, YouTube, etc). However, during show hours LIVE Broadcast Streaming to social media (e.g., Facebook Live) is not permitted.

      • Submission of an entry form and/or physical presence on the show grounds shall constitute both implied and real consent for both the handler and the dog to be professionally video recorded and streamed live only by the professional video services as contracted by the Club for this show.

      • All rights to video record and live stream or otherwise exploit this event and/or the persons or animals participating in it, including the names, likenesses and biographical matter of dogs, owners, handlers, breeders and kennels participating in the event shall belong solely to the show giving Club and/or the American Kennel Club, Inc. No spectator, participant, owner, handler, breeder, or kennel shall make commercial use of any video recordings of any person or animal participating in this event without prior written approval from the Club. This event may not be broadcast to social media (e.g. Facebook Live, etc) without prior written approval from the Club.

      • Violation of these show video policies may result in an Event or Bench Committee hearing.

      • ShowDogVideoPros permits, and encourages, local/national news media coverage. The Video Company will allow professional news media coverage (tripod mounted cameras, professional film crews, news reporters).

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    • Your Berner's Help Is Needed for Cancer Research

      • The Berner Garde Foundation (BG) is seeking 250 Berners to donate some of their "liquid gold" during the Specialty. With support from the BMDCA, BG recently partnered with Rametrix® Technologies, Inc. (RTI) in our fight against canine cancer. Rametrix® asked us to help validate their urine-based rapid Raman molecular test, which will be used for early cancer and kidney disease detection. Look for Rametrix® ringside, at the Berner-Garde booth, to learn more and pick up urine collection cups. Click here for more information on the research.

      • Liquid Biopsy for DNA needed for study on early cancer screening for Histiocytic Sarcoma. This research is led by Dr. Benoit Hedan, Dog Genetics Team, IGDR, University of Rennes, France. Dogs 6 years or older, and cancer free are needed. This blood draw, supported by the BMDCA at no charge to participants, will occur at the National in conjunction with the Histiocytic Sarcoma Risk Test Clinic on Wednesday, April 30 from 9:00am - 1:00pm in the All Star Lobby Office. (Unfortunately, participation is limited to dogs in attendance.) For information on the research, click here to visit Cani-DNA OncoDiagnostic | Institute Genetics & Development of Rennes. Questions? Contact Julie Jackson at rrbernese@gmail.com or cell (206) 930-3290.

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      Health Clinics & GenSoL DNA Test Kits at the National Specialty

      Click here to register for the following clinics and/or Test Kits:

      Questions? Please contact Samantha Judge, Health Clinic Chair at samantha_judge@hotmail.com or Julie Jackson, Risk Test Clinic Chair at rrbernese@gmail.com. 

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    • Tuesday April 29—Friday, May 2, 2025 – All Star Expo Hall

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      This year's event is all about Joining the 50th Celebration! And what better way to do that than by donating some fabulous items to the 2025 National Specialty Raffles, one of the show’s primary fundraisers, which help to keep the costs down for all attendees.

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      Best Seats in the House 

      The winner of this early $10/chance* raffle will enjoy ringside “Best Seats in the House.” Not only will the winner get the best location to view all of the action in the ring for the entire Specialty, s/he will also receive two high-quality sports chairs with side tables and a soft-sided cooler bag with accoutrements. Purchase your tickets early at Registration so that you don’t miss out—swag value $300+; memories captured … priceless! *Tickets for Best Seats In The House can be purchased at Registration. The tickets will be drawn prior to the commencement of Sweepstakes judging on Tuesday.

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      National Specialty Raffle

      Donations are being accepted now! No item is too small, no donation too big! Anything Berner or Swiss, useful dog-themed accessories and/or toys, apparel, pictures, gifts, etc.--all make for a lively and interesting raffle. Gift cards are welcome and can be used online wherever the winner lives. We look forward to receiving your treasures!

       

      Please bring your raffle items to the Specialty. They must be received by Tuesday, April 29 at noon to be included.

      If you need to mail/ship items, please send them to arrive by Monday, April 14 to Deloris Handel, 50 Drexmore Rd., Rochester, NY 14610.           

       

      Regional Club Basket Contest

      Calling all regional clubs! Show your regional club spirit by donating a basket that reflects your club's unique location or region– often the most coveted of all raffle prizes! Not only will you have bragging rights, but your club could win a trophy. The winners will be selected by people's choice, so remember to vote when you purchase your raffle tickets! 

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      Tickets will be drawn at 1:00pm on Friday, May 2. Prizes MUST be claimed no later than 12:00pm on Saturday, May 3. *Unclaimed items will be gifted to the 2026 Raffle Committee.

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      Questions? Contact Raffle Co-Chairs Deloris Handel at delorishandel@gmail.com, 510-221-8929, or Sue Brightman at arundelberners@gmail.com, 585-768-2095.

    • We offer premium booth spaces to commercial vendors in the All Star Expo Hall. A vendor space request form is available upon request.

      Commercial booth spaces are 10’ x 10’ and will include one table and two chairs. Additional tables and chairs can be rented for a nominal fee. Tables may not be shared, and space between booths cannot be occupied. No refunds will be made for “no shows.”

      Set-up will begin on Monday, April 28, at 7:00am. All vendor spaces must be vacated by 5:00pm on Saturday, April 3.

      Contact Susan Melendez at melendez.su@yahoo.com or 570-400-4249 for questions or to request vendor space. Agreements should be returned by January 24, 2025.

  •   Schedule Notes & Additional Features

    • Click on the underlined text to view detailed, printable information for each event/activity

    • All Star Expo Hall Hours: 6a.m.-10p.m. Tues - Fri.; Move-in Mon 12-10 p.m. Sat Move-out by 6 p.m.

    • Berner-Garde: Visit ringside booth to participate in a Cancer Study, Scavenger Hunt, W&M & other items. All Star Expo all week.

    • Catalog Sales: Sun-Mon @ Registration Eisenhower Hotel Lobby; Ringside Tues - Sat during show hours

    • Ways & Means & Vendors: Open during show hours All Star Expo Hall. 

    • 2025 Raffles: Open during show hours All Star Expo Hall; closes at noon Friday.

    • Galleries: Photo Contest Winners, Rescue Gallery & Titleholders Gallery: All Star Expo Hall all week.

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    Sunday April 27, 2025

    Monday April 28, 2025

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    Tuesday April 29, 2025

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    Wednesday April 30, 2025

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    Thursday May 1, 2025

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    Friday May 2, 2025

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    Saturday May 3, 2025

  • Conformation Events

    Intersex/Breed

    Ms. Maddalena Manciani (Italy)

    Regular and Non-Regular Dog Classes

    Mrs. Sara Karl (USA)

    Regular and Non-Regular Bitch Classes

    Mrs. Janet Lobb (Canada)

    Futurity

    Mrs. Anne Summers (USA)

    Sweepstakes & Veteran Sweepstakes

    Mr. Dalmi Sirabo (Argentina)

    Junior Showmanship, 4-6 Month Puppy, PeeWee

    Mrs. Sara Karl (USA)

    Versatility Showcase

    Ms. Valerie Horney (USA)

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    Performance Events

    BMDCA Draft Tests

    Test #1: Phil Atkinson & Valerie Horney

    Test #2: Julie Bacon & Jim Maxwell

    Test #3: Lori Kennedy & Ruth Nielsen

    Test #4: Jennifer Brightbill & Jan Burgan

    Agility

    Ms. Pam Johnson

    Farm Dog

    Ms. Cheryl Daily & Ms. Nicole Thomas

    Herding

    Ms. Anita Ramsey & Mr. Cappy Pruit

    Obedience & Rally

    Mrs. Aimee Kincaid

    Mr. Kenneth Kincaid

    Scent Work

    Mrs. Lisa Kobayashi

    Tracking Tests

    Ms. Gina DeAlmeida & Ms. Mie Kingsley 

  • The two host hotels, The Eisenhower and The Aspire, share one campus with the All Star Sports Complex. All of the events for this year’s specialty will be held at this location, except Herding (Berryville, Virginia), Tracking (Fair Hills, Maryland) and Agility (Leesburg, Virginia). Click on the below links for information about each lodging option and RV Parking. ​Call hotels directly to book a room, to be added to a wait list, or for additional information not listed in the links below. If you run into any issues, please contact Heather Austin, Specialty Co-Chair / Hotel Liaison at Heather@HeatherAustin.com.

    • Accommodations at The Eisenhower Hotel are currently wait-listed. If you or someone you know has booked a room they do not need, please release it back into the block. Also, if you booked a room at The Eisenhower and are not travelling with dogs, please call the hotel to change your room to The Aspire Hotel.

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      The Eisenhower Hotel

      2634 Emmitsburg Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325

      Website: https://www.eisenhower.com

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      Reservations may be made by calling 717-334-8121 (currently wait-listed). 4 night stay required. 

      The Eisenhower is directly attached to the ballrooms where Obedience, Rally, and Scent Work will be held. 

      Any remaining rooms in our block will be released to the general public on April 5. Rooms can be cancelled 24 hours before arrival.

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      For more information, contact Hotel Liaison Heather Austin at Heather@heatheraustin.com.

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      Room Types and BMDCA Specialty Rate

      Deluxe Room 2 Queen Beds: $129 per night + tax of 11%

      Deluxe Room 1 King Bed: $129 per night + tax of 11%

      Balcony Room 2 Queen Beds: $139 per night + tax of 11%

      Balcony Room 1 King Bed: $139 per night + tax of 11%

      Deluxe Room Poolside 2 Queen Beds: $139 per night + tax of 11%

      Deluxe Room Poolside 1 King Bed: $139 per night + tax of 11%

      Courtyard rooms are available upon request.

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      Amenities/Other Info:

      • Each room is equipped with a mini-fridge, microwave, single cup coffee maker, hair dryer & iron/ironing board

      • A full hot breakfast buffet is included in the room rate

      • Full service restaurant, bar, and a deli/coffee shop

      • Parking is free and abundant at the hotel and sports complex

      • Plenty of grass and areas for walking dogs

      • Connected to The Aspire (non-dog host hotel); the All Star Sports Complex is a short walk away 

      • An RV can be parked in The Eisenhower parking lot if you have a room booked at the hotel

      IMPORTANT! Guests of The Eisenhower will be required to sign a Pet Policy* Agreement at check in and will be charged a one time, non-refundable pet fee of $50; limit of 4 dogs maximum per room.

      You will be given plastic to put under crates. All dogs are required to be crated while unattended in the room. 

      Transfer of Reservation: The person making the reservation can transfer responsibility for the room to a roommate they listed on the reservation at the time the reservation was made. Otherwise, canceled reservations will be made available to the next person on the waitlist.

      Reservations may be canceled up until 3pm 24 hours prior to arrival without penalty. Any rooms not canceled in this timeframe will be subject to a one night’s stay charge.

    • 2632 Emmitsburg Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325

      Website: https://aspirehotelpa.com

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      Reservations may be made by calling 717-334-8121. 4 night stay required.

      The Aspire Hotel is a more upscale hotel. NO DOGS, unless service dogs, are permitted at The Aspire. The Aspire will be the site for Health Fund Auction, Top Twenty Gala, Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner and Judges Dinner. It is next door to The Eisenhower Hotel, which can be reached via a covered walkway.

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      Room Types and BMDCA Specialty Rate
      Deluxe Room 2 Queen Beds: $132 per night + tax of 11%
      Superior King Room 2 King Beds: $142 per night + tax of 11%
      Superior King Suite 1 King Bed + Sofa Bed: $152 per night + tax of 11%
       

      Amenities/Other Info

      • Each room is equipped with a mini-fridge, microwave, single cup coffee maker, hair dryer, iron/ironing board

      • A full, hot breakfast buffet is included in the room rate

      • Full service restaurant, bar, and a deli/coffee shop available

      • Parking is free and abundant at the hotel and sports complex

      • Plenty of grass and areas for walking dogs

      • Connected to The Eisenhower (dog-friendly host hotel); the All Star Sports Complex is a short walk away

      • An RV can be parked in The Aspire Hotel parking lot if you have a room booked at the hotel

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      Transfer of Reservation: The person making the reservation can transfer responsibility for the room to a roommate they listed on the reservation at the time the reservation was made. Otherwise, cancelled reservations will be made available to the next person on the Wait List.

      Reservations may be canceled up until 3pm 24 hours prior to arrival without penalty. Any rooms not cancelled in this timeframe will be subject to a one night’s stay charge.

    • The Specialty has a block of rooms reserved at the Country Inn and Suites in Gettysburg, about 10 minutes from the show site. Rooms rates are quite attractive and the hotel is waiving the pet fee for our group. This hotel is nearer to the action in Gettysburg than the hotels at the show site.


      Country Inn and Suites (717)337-9518

      1857 Gettysburg Village Drive, Gettysburg, PA 17325
       
      https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/cb85s7?ratePlanCode=BVDVNN&checkInDate=2025-04-26&checkOutDate=2025-05-05

    • Onsite RV Over-Night Camping

      There are approximately 35 RV Over-Night Camping spaces available at the All-Star Sports Complex only through Online Registration on a first paid, first served basis for $40 per night from Sunday, April 27 through Saturday, May 3. RVs shall be parked in a designated area only as assigned. Application for an RV Parking Space implies acknowledgement and agreement to adhere to all RV restrictions and rules. For additional information contact RV Chair Dean Burwell at dean@pawgate.com. NOTE: For individuals staying in one of the hotels, your vehicle can be parked in the space designated by the Eisenhower/Aspire, at no charge. NO OVER-NIGHT CAMPING.

      • There are no hook-up RV services available.

      • Please indicate the date of arrival, as well as the size of your RV, including any slideouts. Spaces will be assigned based on this information.

      • RV Over-Night Camping is only allowed in a designated area as assigned. Absolutely NO RV Over-Night Camping outside of designated area.

      • Everyone assigned a space will be sent a cell phone number to call for assistance with parking on arrival. Absolutely no arrivals after 11:00pm.

      • Quiet time will be from 11:00pm-6:00am, however, generators will be permitted to run during this time.

      • RVs are responsible for their generator exhaust. Your exhaust must not blow into another RV’s site.

      • No black/grey water dumping.

      • No use of sawdust or shaving.

      • The RV chairman will contact those holding reservations to confirm information after registration closes. Instructions for those who wish to have honey wagon service for an additional fee are provided on the additional information form, which will be available in the Online Store and posted on the website. The honey wagon service will be $50 / RV, paid to the driver. Right now we plan to have them out only 1 day, probably on Thursday.

      • Reserved grooming van/box truck parking spaces are not accessible with an RV Over-Night Camping pass.

      • The RV Over-Night Camping Pass is not a bailment. The BMDCA, and all of the Regional BMD clubs, their respective executive boards, officers, members, agents, superintendents, and the All Star Sports Complex will not be responsible for damages, loss, or injury which may be sustained on the grounds of the All Star Sports Complex, including the disappearance, loss, or theft of any dogs.

      Offsite Camping

      RV parks in the Gettysburg area:

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    Monday April 28, 2025 9:00-11:00a.m.

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    Monday April 28, 2025 12:00-2:00p.m.

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    Monday April 28, 2025 3:00-5:00p.m.

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    Tuesday April 29, 2025 9:00-11:00a.m.

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    Tuesday April 29, 2025 12:00-2:00p.m.

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    Tuesday April 29, 2025 3:00-5:00p.m.

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  • Wednesday, April 30, 2025 - The Aspire Grand Ballroom

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    Join us to unearth unique Berner Treasures at the 2025 Health Fund Auction – “Heart of Gold.”  

     

    Our Miners have been searching far and wide for beautiful treasures to tempt your wallets and grace your homes. There will be something for everyone:

    • Before the Auction begins, enjoy tantalizing bites & beverages at the Heart of Gold Mixer from 4:00-6:00p.m. at The Eisenhower Tropical Courtyard. Register through Online Registration. Cash bar.

    • Move over to the The Aspire Hotel Grand Ballroom for the Auction's optional Dessert Bar from 6:00-6:30p.m. Register through Online Registration. Cash bar.

    • The Gilded Silent Auction will begin at 6:30 p.m. with lots closing every 30 minutes, so don’t be late or you may miss that treasure that you were looking for.

    • The Live Auction, a thrilling, can’t miss event, will start at 7:30 p.m. 

    There is no cost to attend the Health Auction, and it is a great way to spend an evening with friends enjoying comfort food, drinks, and a little fun competition. Come wager and bid for the love of our Berners.

     

    The evening’s proceeds will support the BMDCA Health Fund held at the Berner-Garde Foundation through the Fiscal Sponsorship agreement between the BMDCA and the Berner-Garde Foundation. The Berner-Garde Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization; all contributions will be fully tax-deductible as allowed by IRS regulation.

     

    Click here to visit the Health Auction website.

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    Questions?  Contact 2025 Health Auction Chair Georgeann Reeve, georgeannbmdca@gmail.com  or Elizabeth Fletcher, elizabeth@idoeventsatlanta.com.

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  • Intersex (Breed) -  Mrs. Maddalena Manciani (Italy) 
    Dogs -  Mrs. Sara L. Karl (USA) 
    Bitches - Mrs. Janet Lobb (Canada)
    Sweeps - Dalmiro Sirabo (Argentina)
    Futurity - TBD
    Versatility - TBD

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