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Originally Posted by Mardelin  Don't let the National intimidate you. Go ahead and show. Yes, it's a bit nerve wracking to show there the first time. But, nothing like it. Although, the first time I went, it was without a dog. It was at the request of my mentor as it she wanted it to be an instructional time for me. Wanted me to focus on the dogs in the ring....
One thing to think about is that you didn't book your room at the NYer. So, if there is any snow. It'll be difficult to get from point A to point B with a dog.
Sweeps begin at 8 in the morning.....
But, if you plan to show; think about shipping your equipment about a week or so before the show. You address it to the hotel, with a note on the address requesting it be held for Guest. They'll keep it in the mail room. Then when all is done, you pack it up and take it to the mail room and they'll ship it home for you. With the airlines charging you an arm and a leg for luggage anymore.....shipping is the best way to get your equipment there. |
Thanks Mary for all the great information, I don't have a mentor, unfortunately
Wish that I did, so I'm just learning as I'm going.
Great tips about shipping the equipment, we're not sure if we'll fly or drive yet, the weather might keep us from driving ( it's 6 to 7 hours from here )....especially in February. We could take the equipment with us though,and then cab it to the NYer from our hotel, apparently it's quite close. I checked the rates of the NYer and they started at more than $ 400 a night....way too expensive IMO the conveniency would be nice though
I bought the DVD's from the last NY Specialty and once I watched them I really wanted to go...even to just watch