NACSW: ORT Trial Prep

NACSW: ORT Trial Prep

The ORT Prep class will mentally and physically prepare teams for NACSW™ Odor Recognition Tests. Some of the topics covered include preparing for the ORT, reading your dog, staying at source, searching independently, leash handling, proofing and putting it all together!

Course Details

How exciting! The Odor Recognition Test is your first step towards entering trials with NACSW™. In this class we will cover how to best prepare yourself for the Odor Recognition Test. Not only will we cover what to expect at the ORT, but also how to train for it. Let’s get started!

Meet Your Instructor

Lori Timberlake

NACSW Program Instructor

CPDT-KA
CNWI
AKC Scent Work Judge
UKC Certifying Official
USCSS Judge and CSD
Summit-Level Competitor
Certified International Dog Parkour Instructor
Owner of Do Over Dog Training

Should I Take This Course?

Are you planning to enter a ORT trial? Ensure you and your dog are ready for the challenge with the training and handling tips provided in this course.

Prerequisites

Team should be proficient on birch odor.

What You Will Need for This Course

your dog
flat or martingale collar
back-clip harness (optional)
6'-8' leash
10-15' long line
LOTS of small, non-crumbly treats that YOUR dog finds rewarding
20-25 containers (cardboard, plastic or metals - at least the size of a shoe box)
Odor kit that includes: Birch and Anise, several hide vessels (tins, tubes, straws) and way to secure your hides (Museum Putty, Glue Dots, etc.)

Course Outline

Introducing ORT Set-Up
Staying at Source and Reading Your Dog
Introduction to Closed Boxes
Leash Handling
Proofing
Putting it All Together

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STUDENT ENROLLMENT
Virtual equivalent to in-person group classes. Submit videos of your homework assignments and work directly with an online instructor.

Includes:

Full access to all course materials

Full access to Student FB Group

Submit homework and videos

Detailed review from instructor
$230.00
Session Starts Dec. 7th
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AUDITOR ENROLLMENT
Enhanced option allowing for 1 video review and questions answered without the pressure of submitting weekly homework or videos.

Includes:

Full access to all course materials

May have 1 video reviewed

Email support from instructor

Go through the material at your pace
$160.00
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WATCHER ENROLLMENT
Basic access option which grants the greatest level of flexibility. Go through the material at your pace and add video reviews when needed.

Includes:

Self-taught option

Full access to all course materials

May add video reviews for a fee

May add email support for a fee
$95.00
Rolling Enrollment
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