All competitors (including those in Encourage) must be members of the VYUFDA.  Click Here to see if you are a paid up member

Trial Dates

Jun
18
Sat
2022
Trial Training Day – North East Zone @ 'Somerset'
Jun 18 all-day
Trial Training Day – North East Zone
The Trial Training day will be held at ‘Somerset’ 183 Waggarandall Road, Yundool, 3727 and will follow on from the videos kindly put together by Danny Rueben and Roland Pell.
Roland Pell will break a trial down into sections and will work on where you potentially can lose points in each section.
The day will be beneficial to all levels of Triallers but numbers will be restricted to 12 with dogs with the potential for a few fence sitters. So first in best dressed.
There will be tea, coffee and cold drinks available all day and a BBQ lunch will be provided. The day will cost $10 per person to cover the catering.
To secure your place text or call Mark Wheeler 0488 972904
It is being run on behalf of the NE Zone of the association.
Happy trailing.
Mark
Jul
3
Sun
2022
Encourage Training Day – South West @ Murdeduke Angus
Jul 3 all-day
Encourage Training Day – South West – Funds going to Vic Yard State Championship.
Encourage Training Day.
Max number: 14 people
Time 08:00 am-5.30pm
Cost: $150 per person
Morning/afternoon tea and lunch provided.
It’ll based around helping trainers to improve there dogs faults but also give different techniques on how to avoid it.
Bree Cudmore will also touch on trialing for the last two (2) hours of the day for anyone interested.
Jul
9
Sat
2022
Encourage Trial and Training Day – Gippsland Zone
Jul 9 all-day
Encourage Trial and Training Day – Gippsland Zone
This is not about your dog handling skills, this is all about how we all give points back to the judge due to incorrect placement, not listening,  moving etc etc
We plan to train in the morning and then have a bit of a mock trial in the afternoon where you will be shown how and where you are throwing away points, points that could make the difference between winning and not placing.
It doesn’t matter at what level you are at whether it be encourage, maiden or novice you are welcome to attend.
It will be $150 for the day which will include morning tea and lunch and Travis’ unlimited knowledge and tricks of the trade.
Saturday 9th July from 8.30 to 4.30.
Happy trailing.
Jul
31
Sun
2022
Trial Training Day – North East Zone @ 'Somerset'
Jul 31 all-day
Training Day – North East Zone – Training day for starting and training dogs.
The Trial Training day will be held at ‘Somerset’ 183 Waggarandall Road, Yundool, 3727

This day will be for training for starting and training dogs with Roland Pell and Tim Cavill

Cost is $150 per person – Inc BBQ lunch.

It is being run on behalf of the NE Zone of the association.

Happy trailing.
Mark

Please reach out direct to Mark Wheeler for booking.

Mar
25
Sat
2023
Mount Hesse Farm Trial – Mount Hesse @ Mount Hesse
Mar 25 – Mar 26 all-day

Mt Hesse Open Draw

Mt Hesse Novice Draw

Mt Hesse Encourage Draw

Entries CLOSING: 20th of March, 2023

Local/Encourage Saturday 25th,

Judges talk: Local/Encourage 14:00

Open & Novice Sunday 26th

Judges talk: Open & Novice 07:00

 

Judges:

  • A-Team Shearing Open: Darren (Fudge) McAinch,
  • McIntosh Ag Novice: Cambell Smedley
  • Elmat electrical Local (100km radius)/Encourage: Travic Scott

Locals can enter on the day, must be in 100km radius to enter.

 

Apr
21
Fri
2023
Bairnsdale Yard Trial @ Bairnsdale Aerodrome
Apr 21 – Apr 22 all-day

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Entries close: Saturday, 15th April

Entry into the East Gippsland Field Day grounds is included with entry fee as an East Gippsland Field Days Yard Dog Competitor. Please ensure you provide an email (see front page) for your entry ticket to be distributed. If an email is unavailable to be provided, please contact Elle (see below) directly to organise alternative arrangements. Additional tickets can be purchased online or at the grounds directly.

May
27
Sat
2023
Judges Training Training Day – South West Zone: @ Trawalla (near Beauford)
May 27 all-day

Good Afternoon VYUFDA Judges and potential Judges

We will be running Judges training sessions with instructor Geoff McDougall during May 2023. There will be two opportunities to attend. The North East Zone will host 17th of June and the South West in Trawalla on 27th May.

The Association will be covering the cost of the training however each participant will need contribute to the costs for catering.

The Judges Sub-Committee would like to strongly encourage all Judges to attend one of the training days.

To book a spot –  Contact the Secretary via email. If we are oversubscribed, preference will be given the current judges over potential judges.

North East Zone Training Day –

  • Date: Saturday 17th of June:
  • Location: Winton (near Benalla),
  • Catering Cost: $25
  • Booking: Via VYUFDA Secretary only (secretary@vyufda.com.au)

 

2nd Training Day – South West Zone:

  • Date: Saturday 27th of May.
  • Location: Trawalla (near Beauford),
  • Catering Cost: $15
  • Booking: Via VYUFDA Secretary only (secretary@vyufda.com.au)

 

 

 

 

Jun
17
Sat
2023
Judges Training Training Day – North East Zone @ Winton (near Benalla)
Jun 17 all-day

Good Afternoon VYUFDA Judges and potential Judges

We will be running Judges training sessions with instructor Geoff McDougall during May 2023. There will be two opportunities to attend. The North East Zone will host 17th of June and the South West in Trawalla on 27th May.

The Association will be covering the cost of the training however each participant will need contribute to the costs for catering.

The Judges Sub-Committee would like to strongly encourage all Judges to attend one of the training days.

To book a spot –  Contact the Secretary via email. If we are oversubscribed, preference will be given the current judges over potential judges.

North East Zone Training Day –

  • Date: Saturday 17th of June:
  • Location: Winton (near Benalla),
  • Catering Cost: $25
  • Booking: Via VYUFDA Secretary only (secretary@vyufda.com.au)

 

South West Zone Training Day –

  • Date: Saturday 27th of May.
  • Location: Trawalla (near Beauford),
  • Catering Cost: $15
  • Booking: Via VYUFDA Secretary only (secretary@vyufda.com.au)

 

 

 

 

Jun
18
Sun
2023
Judges and Trialling Training Day – Gippsland @ 506 Cowells Lane, Lindenow South
Jun 18 all-day

 Join the East Gippsland Farm Dog Group for a Judges and Trialling Training Day!! 

  •  Date: 18th June
  •  Time: 9:00 AM
  •  Location: 506 Cowells Lane, Lindenow South

If you are currently trialing or interested in dog trialling, this event is for you! We will explain the ruling and scoring system and provide tips on how you can improve your results. Additionally, competent handlers who are looking to become judges and give back to the sport will find this event beneficial.

Trainer: Rod Cavil

We are privileged to have Rod Cavil leading this event. With years of experience and expertise in the world of dog trialling, Rod is the perfect guide to help you hone your skills and elevate your performance.

What to Expect – During this comprehensive training event, you will:

  •  Expand your knowledge.
  •  Learn the intricacies of judging dog trials.
  •  Develop your trialling techniques and enhance your performance.
  •  Gain invaluable insights and tips in trialling.
  •  Engage in practical exercises to sharpen your skills.
  •  Participate in interactive sessions to deepen your understanding.
  •  Network with fellow enthusiasts and professionals in the field.

 

 Registration Details 

  • East Gippsland Farm Dog Group Club Members: $70 per head
  •  Non-Members: $100 per head

 

Please note that spots for this event are limited, so we encourage you to secure your place early. Early registration is highly recommended to avoid disappointment.

 How to Register

To secure your spot at the East Gippsland Farm Dog Group’s Judges and Trialling Training Event, please visit our Facebook page “East Gippsland Farm Dog Group” or contact Elle Whelan at 0427 904 147 to complete your registration.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from the best, refine your skills, and take your farm dog trialling journey to new heights. We can’t wait to see you on the 18th of June at 506 Cowells Lane, Lindenow South!

East Gippsland Farm Dog Group

 

 

 

 

Feb
4
Sun
2024
Annual General Meeting – Sunday 4th of February 2024 @ Darraweit Guim Memorial Hall
Feb 4 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Good Afternoon VYUFDA Members,

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be convened at Darraweit Guim Memorial Hall, 1481 Bolinda-Darraweit Road, Darraweit Guim, 3756 on Sunday 4th of February 2024. The meeting will commence at 11:00 am.

A light luncheon will be served at 12.30 pm.

Those members willing to accept nomination as Office Bearers who are unable to attend the AGM, are requested to advise the Secretary in writing, prior to the meeting, that they accept the nomination.

A reminder to please ensure you have paid your membership prior to the AGM to enable you to be eligible to vote and accept nomination as Office Bearers.

If you have any questions, please let me know.

Naomi J White
Secretary