***  SPRING AIRSCENT CONFERENCE ***

From:	Sandra Anderson [sandraan@concentric.net]
Sent:	Wednesday, January 20, 1999 7:38 PM
To:	sarinfo@istar.ca
Subject: SPRING AIRSCENT CONFERENCE


                    SPRING AIRSCENT CONFERENCE
 
                       April 16th - 18th 1999
 
                A UNIQUE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY

(Classes in AREA SAR - All levels, DISASTER, and BUILDING SEARCH)

Canine Solutions Incorporated (CSI)in association with CASAR K-9, Central Arkansas Search and Rescue K-9's, is pleased to present a comprehensive K9 AIRSCENT training seminar April 16th through 18th, 1999.

CSI instructors and personnel have over 100 years combined canine training experience in SAR work.
 
They have trained and handled numerous dogs for cadaver, USAR, wilderness SAR, Trailing, arson accelerants, article, and narcotics Detection.
 
The combination of education and practical experience that CSI personnel offer is truly unique to this field. We have the theoretical and academic background in the principles of learning, training, and animal behavior, which, coupled with the experience of seasoned handlers, guarantees you will receive the best instruction possible. Our research and technical expertise ensures that all training is conducted thoroughly, in a manner appropriate to the serious nature of SAR. CSI is dedicated to providing the best possible instruction, and has structured its K9 seminar to achieve that end.

                           WHO SHOULD ATTEND ?

 Whether you are new to SAR, or have experience with  SAR, this seminar offers training and education to all levels. You can experience the versatility of the many facets of airscent training. From the mechanics of a building search to the wilderness environment.

 
 
                       SEMINAR LOCATION AND DURATION

The seminar is being held at Ferncliff Camp, a beautiful facility located in Ferndale, Arkansas and will take place April 16 - 18, 1999. Facilities are  bunkhouse-style cabins with multiple showers and sleeping sections.

                        CSI'S COURSE MATERIALS

CSI's commitment to excellence in education means that both classroom and field sessions are structured in a manner that optimizes your time. Instructors will provide handouts to accompany and compliment lectures and presentations. The handouts will be comprehensive and can serve as reference materials for your future training exercises.

                          SEMINAR INSTRUCTORS

Bill Dotson , Sandra Anderson , Scott Reynolds , Lisa Berry



                         DOG CONSIDERATIONS
This is a working seminar, so it is expected that you will bring your dog. All dogs must be current on all vaccines (proof is required at registration). Dog and/or person aggression will not be tolerated.
 
                           SEMINAR COST

The cost of the seminar is 200.00. This cost includes lodging and meals. In order to maintain a high instructor to student ratio, class size is limited. To ensure seminar attendance, early registration is encouraged and all registrations must be received by April 5th, 1999.
 
Please make checks payable to Canine Solutions Inc., and mail them to CSI's address listed below.

If you have any questions, please email SANDRAAN@CONCENTRIC.NET  Or call  (517) 687-5495.
 
Upon receipt of registration, confirmation will be mailed. Your
registration package will include directions to the seminar site, an agenda, and a list of what you will need. Please be sure to include a copy of your dog's shot records.
 
                  For more information please contact:
              Sandra Anderson  Director, Detection Services
                      Canine Solutions Incorporated
                     P.O. Box 50, Sanford, Mich. 48657