Tracking
Tracking Test ~ May 3, 2026
Sunday, May 3, 2026 (Unbenched – Outdoors)
The Masonic Lodge
40 South Street
South Hero, VT
TRACKING TEST (2026175705 ) Tracking Test Excellent (2026175704)
Test Hours: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM TDX Test limited to 3 dogs.
TD test limited to 3 dogs
The DRAWING for entries will be held on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM at the home of the Trial Secretary. This test site consists of hayfields which are extensive and beautiful, with a good cover of mixed hay. Drawing for the running order of TD AND TDX tracks will be at 9:00 AM at the Test Headquarters.
All American dogs are welcome to participate.
Tracking Seminar
May 10, 2026
9am-1pm
Where: Grand Isle, VT
Taught by: Lynda and Ilene Morgan
Cost: $25
Limit 12 working teams
This work shop is going to focus on what’s next. We will be presented with longer tracks, learning to read your track map so you know where your track is.
Paying attention to your dog and learning to read them to know when they are tracking and when to move forward. Learning to move forward when your dog is on track vs off.
We will also learn the steps towards getting “certified“ and getting into a test, and how that process all works.
How to Enroll
Complete the form below, then add the tracking seminar to your cart and then scroll to top and click the cart button to complete payment.
May 10, 2026
9am-1pm
Lynda & Ilene Morgan
Grand Isle, VT
Tracking Practices
Tracking practices for BOTC members are periodically held when outdoor conditions are ideal and space is available. Members are notified via an email list for those interested. Please email Cassy to be added to the email list. You must be a current BOTC member in good standing.
BOTC Tracking Test Results
About Tracking
You may have noticed your dog has a keen sense of smell – 100,000 times stronger than humans – and it makes him naturally “nosey.” That strong sense of smell is the reason why dogs are well suited for emergency search-and-rescue work. Other scent-careers include bomb and narcotics detection in Law Enforcement as well as medical alert service dogs.
So what do you do with your ever-nosey dog? Get him involved in AKC Tracking where he can sniff and smell to his heart’s content and demonstrate his natural ability to recognize and follow a scent. It’s a perfect way for you and your dog to enjoy many hours together, outside in the fresh air, honing his natural abilities.
For more information about AKC Tracking, you can go to the source! AKC’s Tracking Program.
Tracking at BOTC
All dogs have the ability to track. We have several expert BOTC members who are always willing to offer help to individuals who wish to start their dog in the AKC sport of tracking. Contact us for information.
Each year BOTC hosts a Spring TDX tracking test and a Combined TD/TDX tracking test. Check back for premiums in the spring.
