Building Blocks for Elite and Summit Webinar

Building Blocks for Elite and Summit WebinarThis webinar details the transition from NW3 to the Elite and Summit levels by deconstructing high level challenges into foundational building blocks. Instead of focusing solely on "big picture" trial scenarios, we will look at revisiting core skills to improve dog understanding and handler mechanics. Key topics include: Hide Complexity: Systematic progression in elevation, inaccessible hides, and converging odor. Search Skills: Managing thresholds,

This webinar details the transition from NW3 to the Elite and Summit levels by deconstructing high-level challenges into foundational building blocks. Instead of focusing solely on "big picture" trial scenarios, we will look at revisiting core skills to improve dog understanding and handler mechanics.

Key topics include:

• Hide Complexity: Systematic progression in elevation, inaccessible hides, and converging odor.
• Search Skills: Managing thresholds, navigating blank spaces, and building the "searching for nothing" mindset.
• Stamina: Developing the physical and mental resilience of the dog required for searches lasting up to 8 minutes in large, novel environments.
• By layering these specific challenges, teams develop the technical proficiency and frustration tolerance necessary for the sport's highest levels.