Guy & Angie Johnson of Double J Border Collies are open-level handlers and trainers who compete actively in NCA, MSSA, and USBCHA trials. They have been breeding top quality working border collies for the past 17 years and providing stockdog clinics for their puppy owners for the past 6 years. What sets them apart as clinicians is their approachability and communication skills. Both come from careers in education and thus have an ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people.
Sat, Aug 16: Clinic Day 1
Sun, Aug 17: Clinic Day 2
Ready to Advance Your Cattle Trial Skills?
Are you a novice or intermediate cattle trial competitor eager to improve your skills and learn from experienced coaches? Join us for a two-day hands-on clinic designed specifically for MSSA/NCA style cattle trialing. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from seasoned open handlers in a supportive environment!
What You Will Learn:
How to maximize your training sessions at home
Planning, goal-setting, and progress assessment
Pre-trial preparation: what to do 2-5 days before a trial
Your go-bag essentials for any trial
Game day best practices: mental and physical tips for you and your dog
How to get the most out of handler meetings
Obstacle-specific techniques and options
Improving your course times through efficiency
The importance of managing the lead cow
Handling challenging cattle, dogs, and situations
Reading and managing pressure
Improving your timing
Sorting strategies and practice
Knowing when to end a run early
Keys to success in novice and intermediate classes specifically
Is this clinic for you?
If you are already competing in cattle dog trials or feel like you are ready to start, this clinic is for you. While this clinic is strictly focused on cattle trial handling, there is going to be a separate clinic at this same location on the same weekend for people new to herding and for people starting younger dogs. That clinic will use sheep. Contact Lisa about either clinic!
Working (Multi-day)
Auditing (One Day)
On-site overnight camping is available for a flat rate of $50 that covers you for a three night's stay (no hookups). You can fill with water once you get here.
Lunch provided. Coffee, etc in the morning. Beautiful views and at 6700' above sea-level, this is a great way to escape the summer heat.