WWWA : Western Washington Whippet Association

Here is the flyer for our November 7/8 race meets:

Western Washington Whippet Association
Saturday, November 7, 2009 — NAWRA/LGRA/ISWS
Whippets: 200 yards, 4 programs, 6 dog races
Whippet Puppies: 150 yards, 3 programs, 4 dog races
Other Breeds: 200 yards, 3 programs, 4 dog races
Sunday, November 8, 2009 — ALL-BREED NOTRA
Whippets: 300 yards, 4 programs, 4 dog races
Other [...]

Gracie – Windigo’s Too Amazing JC, OTR, SR
March 6, 2000 – October 5, 2009
Owned and loved by Sue Hopper
It is extremely difficult to think of Gracie in the past tense. She was not just my first whippet – she was my first dog. I researched breeds and went to dog shows for about 2 years [...]

Following a definite trend in 2009, once again, we were absolutely blessed by the weather gods for our fall ASFA trials. While Saturday was a little colder and cloudier than originally forecast, other than a brief shower in the morning, the weather stayed dry. Sunday dawned crisp and clear, with blue skies and frost, but [...]

For our second day of the race weekend, we had a repeat performance from the weather gods – absolutely beautiful. Again, a great group of people with a nice sized entry. Thanks to all who were there, pitched in and participated. It was another great day, with some really exciting races. There was no predicting [...]

We had beautiful conditions for racing, and great company. We managed to fit in quite a few practices between programs, and had a great time. Thanks to all who attended, and participated. “All Hands on Deck” was the theme for the day, and it worked out great. Thanks for all of the help.
Congratulations to Danny [...]

The nominating committee has presented the following slate for the 2010 Board of Directors:
Peggy Hewes for President
Susie Manthou for Vice President
Gail Dunbar for Secretary
Janis Castle for Treasurer
The following positions are filled for the second year of their term:
Beth Levine  Board Member
Jeanette Dorsey Board Member
Mary Downing Board Member (1 year term as Past President)
Nominations will be [...]

SHOW COMMITTEE this SATURDAY Oct 17 6:30 pm Yankee Roaster in the Holiday Inn in Renton.  Rainier exit off 405, right at light and on your right.  The Yankee Roaster is the bar. Tell the host person you are here for the meeting – the table is in the back. Full menu and beverages available.
GENERAL [...]

Board Meeting – 9/25/09 at Mary Downing’s home in Monroe, WA
In attendence- Mary Downing, Chris Downing, Jeannette Dorsey, Peggy Hewes and Janis Castle (on Speaker Phone)
Meeting called to order by Mary at 7:40 pm
Teasurer Report- Discussion of Specialty, still need bills from the Speciaty and some trophy donations.
Nominating Committee- Selection of Nominating Committee – Jeanette [...]