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Guest instructors · Local learning

Workshops hosted in our area.

Learn together locally with guest instructors who bring fresh perspectives to scent work, play, and working with your dog. I host seminars throughout the year to continue my own education and share learning opportunities with students and other instructors in our community.

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Exploring new search challenges.

Upcoming seminars

November 23, 2026

Crystal Wing

Topic: The Art of Play — Play as a Behavior and Building Playful Relationships

Location: Private Property inside Horse Barn and Arena

December 5–6, 2026

Garrett Dyer

Saturday: Make Every Second Count

Sunday: The Power of Motivation — A Little More and A Little Less

Location: Air Heritage Aviation Museum

March 13–14, 2027

Michael McManus

Saturday: Patterns and Handling: Guiding the Search Without Getting in the Way

Sunday: Trial Ready: From Foundations to Finish

Location: Old Economy Village

April 24–25, 2027

Michael McManus

Added by popular demand! Our March seminar filled so quickly that we’re bringing Michael back for another weekend of learning.

Saturday: The Source Code: Solving Odor Puzzles

Sunday: Mastering Distractions

Location: TBD

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July 10–11, 2027

Jen Johnson

Topics: Scent Work Topics TBD

Location: Center Lanes Bowling Alley

October 16–17, 2027

Jill Marie O’Brien

Topics: Scent Work Topics TBD

Location: Agape Camp

December 4–5, 2027

Michael McManus

Topics: Scent Work Topics TBD

Location: TBD

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At the NACSW National Invitational