About OTCGL
OTCGL is a membership organization. However, you do not have to be a member to take classes. Our activities are possible only because our members volunteer their time, experience, expertise, and resources. Active participation is vital for new ideas, creativity, and the financial health of OTCGL.
Collectively, our more than 90 members have decades of experience and expertise in dog training. Many members compete in dog sports, others don’t compete, but love dog training. Here are ways members contribute to OTCGL:
assist an instructor teaching a class…maybe eventually become an instructor
serve as steward at the practice matches or the Rally and Obedience trials
serve on a committee or the Board of Directors
lay tracks for tracking tests
donate food, beverages, or other supplies at our events
attend membership meetings
help clean our building
support and promote the club and its activities to friends, family, colleagues, and the public
For more info and Bylaws
Join OTCGL
If you are interested in dog training, consider joining! Complete the membership application and submit it with the $20 dues payment. Prior to submitting a membership application, the applicant must participate in 3 OTCGL activities or events. Once the participation is completed, the applicant must attend a membership meeting to be introduced to the membership. At the next membership meeting the applicant will be voted upon by the membership (and the applicant is not required to attend).
The primary benefit of joining OTCGL is the opportunity to join like-minded people who love dogs, dog training, and dog sports. Additional benefits include the monthly Happy Heeler newsletter, our Facebook members group, and discounted Platinum Pass and ring rental fees.
Already a member? Don’t forget to pay your annual $20 dues by Feb 15. You can use the form below and mail it or drop it off at the club.
Pay dues online! (includes a $1 convenience fee)
Annual Dues
Meetings
Members and guests interested in learning more about OTCGL are welcome to attend Membership Meetings. The agenda typically includes Board and committee updates, and sometimes a speaker on a topic relevant to dog training.
The Board of Directors will meet monthly in 2024. Board meetings are open to the membership.
The next Membership Meeting will be held Wed, April 10 at 6:30 pm at OTCGL.
Upcoming Membership Meetings (6:30 pm at OTC):
June 5
Aug 7
Oct 9
Dec 4
Upcoming Board of Directors meetings (6:30 pm):
May 1
No mtg in June