Rancho Terra Norte'

08/02/2026

To kick off the BPCA's 2026 National AKC Herding trials and tests - they are hosting an "Introduction to Herding" workshop on Tuesday Sept 1st at Rancho Terra Norte' in Wellington, CO starting at 9 AM. If you are planning to participate in the AKC Herding Instinct and Farm Dog Certification tests in the afternoon - this workshop is an excellent opportunity to introduce your dog to dog friendly stock in a safe, low impact manner. Learn about how the relationship between the dog and Shepherd work to manage livestock safely and basic commands. No experience necessary. Open to all herding breeds. Cost $25 per dog. register here: https://www.ranchoterranorte.com/store.html #!/BPCA-Introduction-to-Herding-Workshop-Tuesday-Sept-1-2026-9-AM-at-Rancho-Terra-Norte-Wellington-CO/p/853010137

07/24/2026

RTN is so excited to be hosting the 2026 Berger Picard National Herding Events (open to all breed, with preferrence given to Picards) and Elevage September 1 - 4th. There is a full week of events that include:
* Intro to Herding Clinic with Val Manning (Tues Sept 1st AM)
* AKC Herding Instinct Testing (HIC) and Farm Dog Certification (FDC) with judges Karen Trimble and Carol Ann Hartnagle on Sept 1st PM)
* AKC C Course Trial on Goats, Judge Karen Trimble - Wednesday Sept 2nd AM, Evevage Day 1
* AKC D Course trial on Goats, Judge Karen Trimble - Thursday Sept 3rd AM, ATTS Temperament Test and Mondio demonstrations.
* AKC A/B (goats & ducks) Course Trials and tests (2), Judges Karen Trimble and Carol Ann Hartnagle

Spectators are welcome - 1227 E County Road 82 Wellington, CO

07/24/2026

Calling all Traditional Style herding friends - RTN is hosting French Course Trials on Sheep and Goats on Monday August 31st. A Warm up for those attending the Berger Picard Club of America's National Specialty and herding events. Judge: karen Trimble held in Wellington, CO. Enter here: https://www.ranchoterranorte.com/store.html #!/Single-Dog-Entry-RTN-BSCA-French-Herding-Trials-Monday-August-31-2026/p/849947741

07/24/2026

For those who are planning to enter the Berger Picard Club of America National or the ASCA National herding trials - RTN is hosting a "Dress Rehearsal" trial weekend as a warm up. Saturday Aug 29th - HRD mixed (sheep & goats) and BTD (sheep and goats). Sunday Aug 30th - HTAD (course 2) sheep/goats/ducks and HCT/JHD/JBD tests. Judges Karen Trimble and Val Manning, Wellington, CO. Enter online here: https://www.ranchoterranorte.com/store.html #!/RTN-AHBA-Dress-Rehearsal-Trials-and-Tests-HRD-Ranch-Trial-and-BDT-Boundary-Trial-Saturday-August-29-2026-and-AHBA-HTAD-Arena-Trial-&-JBD-JHD-HCT-Tests-Sunday-August-30-2026/p/849952593

06/06/2026

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I want to give a shout out to our 2026 sponsors who help make a huge difference!
The Dupyzk Ranch Foundation has been a steadfast partner in supporting our visiting foreign judge/instructors and our internship programs. Their generosity will make it possible for 30 dog/handler teams to participate in this year's week long symposium event. Looking for a worthy group to donate dollars - consider the Dupyzk Ranch Foundation. Help them help provide educational activities for dogs and their owners.

06/04/2026

Entries are now open for the Pre-symposium trials, the middle of the week trials and Buckhorn Valley Kennel Club's July AKC herding trials and tests.

You can enter the French Course and AHBA trials at