Times are based on the judging of 9 Novice, 8 Open, or 7 Utility dogs per hour. Be aware that judging time varies and that absences cause a class to proceed more quickly than expected. Judges may take a break at their discretion.

CRATING: The site has 2 buildings. No crates will be allowed in the trial building. All crating will be in the upper building. Steppin’ Up has a few empty crates which exhibitors are welcome to use.

PARKING: There is ample on-grounds parking, but space must be used efficiently. Please car-pool where possible. And please park as close to your neighbor as you can. Parking is not allowed on County Road.

ONLY DOGS ENTERED IN THE TRIAL CAN BE PERMITTED IN THE TRIAL BUILDING

Directions: From Greater Boston and North Route 24 South to Exit 12 (Route 140 South). Proceed on 140 South to Exit 9 (County Road). Turn Left at end of ramp. Proceed 2 miles to Steppin’ Up on the left.

From Rhode Island or Southeastern Mass Route 195 to Exit 13B (Route 140 North). Follow 140 North to Exit 9 (County Road). Turn Right at end of ramp. Proceed 2 miles to Steppin’ Up on the left. HOURS: 7:30am - 6pm. No dogs may be left in the building overnight before or after the trial.

JUDGING: Please pick up your armband from stewards at ringside before your class begins. Judges will not wait for any dog holding up a class. The owner/agent of each dog is responsible for the presence of their dog in the judging ring when their entry is called.

BRING YOUR OWN LUNCH: There will NOT be food and drink for sale.

MOTELS:
- Quality Inn, Somerset MA 508 678 4545.
- Days Inn, Middleboro MA 508 946 4400

CELL PHONE CONTACT AT TRIAL: 774 270 1265 (Betty Dannewitz, Trial Chair)

Emergency Information
- Animal Emergency Center, 595 W. Center St, W. Bridgewater MA, 508 580 2515
- St. Luke’s Hospital, 101 Page St, New Bedford MA, 508 997 8785