Past Events [ calendar | vendor form | work checklist ] ::.

2010-07-17 :: Pet Wellness Day ::.

Waddell & Reed
16219 SE 12th St, Vancouver, WA 98683
Saturday, July 17th, 2010 (10am - 2pm)

Discount Micro-Chip & Vaccines
FREE Health Scan, Wash, & Trim
and more...

[ PetWellnessFyer.pdf ]

Contact: Shelley Phillips, 360-694-1266

General Public and Dogs Welcome.

2010-07-04 :: Parade and Celebration ::.

Childrens July 4 Parade and Celebration
Felida Park (9am-2pm)
NW 122nd St & NW 36th Ave

A Felida Neighborhood Association event that DOGPAW and others will attend.
11:00am parade along 36th Ave, followed by a BBQ with games with prizes.

Event: http://www.ccfd6.org/events.html
Map: http://www.co.clark.wa.us/parks-trails/felida.html

General Public and Dogs Welcome.

2010-06-25 :: Brush Prairie Cleanup ::.

Brush Prairie Off-Leash Area
NE 149th St & NE 101st Pl
Friday, June 25, 2010 (8am-2pm)

Please bring tools, tractor, truck, etc. We will be filling holes, picking up, and spreading wood chips.

For safety, the park will be closed for the cleanup.

General Public Welcome. Dogs Not Recommended.

2010-06-19 :: Strut Your Mutt Dog Walk ::.

Strut Your Mutt Dog Walk
Saturday, June 19, 2010 (10am)
Battle Ground Village, NE 199th St & SE Commerce Ave
[map online]

Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. and the walk begins at 10:00 a.m. Participants are encouraged to collect pledges. For those unable to collect pledges, there is a $20 entry free. Children 10 and under are free.

Fundraiser benefits Second Chance Companions. For a registration and more info go to http://www.sccpets.com.

General Public Welcome. Dogs Allowed.

2010-06-07 :: Brush Prairie Mow (CLOSED) ::.

Brush Prairie Mow (CLOSED)
Monday, June 7, 2010
Approx 7:00 am – 7:00pm

Weather permitting...

Brush Prairie OLA will be closed for safe mowing.

Thanks,

BrushPrairieMgr@clarkDOGPAW.org

2010-06-05 :: Dog Days of Summer Event ::.

Dog Days of Summer
Saturday, June 5, 2010 (10am-3pm)
[ Stevenson Off-Leash Area at 32nd St and Addy St, near west-side of Washougal Bi-Mart ]

All proceeds support Clark County off-leash dog parks!
Register, as a vendor or volunteer now [ vendor letter and form ].
DEADLINE 2-WKS PRIOR...NEEDS TO BE E-MAILED OR SNAIL-MAILED BY MAY 30TH!

We will need volunteers to cleanup the weekend prior and at the event itself.

*Adoptable Dog Fashion Show
*10:30 - Doggie Costume Contest
*11:00 - Doggie Olympics
*Best Dog Trick Contest and More
*Prizes
*Lure Coursing
*Vendors
*Pet Experts and Much More...

(click to view jpg format)

(click to view pdf format)

Saturday, June 5, 2010 (10am-3pm)

Contact Shelley, events@clarkdogpaw.org, 888-899-0025, ext 3.

Free Admission, please bring dry or wet pet food donation for AniMeals.
General Public Welcome. Dogs Allowed.

2010-05-29 :: Dog Days of Summer Cleanup ::.

Dog Days of Summer Cleanup
Saturday, May 29th, 9AM-Noon
Stevenson Off-Leash Area Park (near Washougal Bi-Mart)
[map online]

Help us get ready for next weeks big event!!! We will be:

Picking up debris
Spreading wood chips
Filling holes
Making any needed repairs

A work checklist is located online at http://www.clarkdogpaw.org/workchecklist.shtml. This is linked to from our news/events page and also has a pdf file, as a printout.

General Public Welcome. Dogs Not Recommended.

2010-05-24 :: Dog Days of Summer Meeting ::.

Planning Meeting
Monday, May 24, 2010 (7pm)
Fire Station #4, 6701 NE 147th Ave, Near Fourth Plain and Ward
[ map online ]

Volunteers welcome at our Dog Days of Summer Meeting. Please start now...

Collect prizes of all kinds, big and small, for our raffle and wheel.
Volunteer for a 2-hour time slot to help at the day of the event.

Contact Shelley, events@clarkdogpaw.org, 888-899-0025, ext 3

General Public Welcome. Dogs Not Allowed.

2010-05-22 :: Health Fair ::.

Healthy Living Active You Fair
Saturday, May 22, 2010 (9am - 2pm)
Firstenburg Community Center at 700 Northeast 136th Ave
[ map online ]

Vendors, classes, demonstrations, prize drawing, etc. Contact Shelley to help at the DOGPAW table.

Contact Shelley, events@clarkdogpaw.org, 888-899-0025, ext 3.

Admission: FREE
Flyer: www-vanclarkparks-rec.org

General Public Welcome. Dogs Not Allowed.

2010-05-15 :: Hazel Dell Parade ::.

Hazel Dell Parade
Saturday, May 15, 2010
Fire District 6, Station #1 - 8800 Hazel Dell Ave

Breakfast from 7am-10am and then, walk in the parade at 10:30am with Cindy & Arleen for DOGPAW. Registration deadline May 5th - late entries not accepted!!!

Contact: Cindy & Arleen
888-899-0025, ext 4 or by email at Cindy & Arleen.

Parade Info: http://www.hdscba.org/packet.html

General Public Welcome. Dogs Allowed.

2010-05-15 :: Brush Prairie Cleanup (closed) ::.

Brush Prairie Cleanup (CLOSED)
Brush Prairie OLA
Saturday, May 15th, 8AM-Noon

Volunteers needed. We will be closed for the cleanup:

Picking up debris

Spreading wood chips

Filling holes

Making any needed repairs

A work checklist is located online at http://www.clarkdogpaw.org/workchecklist.shtml. This is linked to from our news/events page and also has a pdf file, as a printout.

Contact: Brush Prairie Management
888-899-0025, ext 0, or by email at Brush Prairie Management.

General Public Welcome. Dogs Not Recommended

2010-05-15 :: Hike on the Dike ::.

Hike on the Dike (9am-12pm)
Vendor/Walk Event to Benefit WCGHS
2695 S Index St, Washougal, WA
www.wcghumanesociety.org

2010-05-01 :: Walk Run for the Animals ::.

Walk Run for the Animals
Saturday, March 1, 2010
Downtown Esther Short Park

This event benefits the HSSW (Humane Society of SW WA). Bring your dog to visit vendors at 7am and walk with the DOGPAW Pack at 9am.

Contact: Cindy & Arleen for the meetup location.
888-899-0025, ext 4, or Cindy & Arleen by email.

Registration Info: http://southwesthumane.org/Walk_Run_for_the_Animals.php

General Public Welcome. Dogs Allowed.

2010-04-24 :: Ross Lure Course/Membership Drive ::.

Lure Course/Membership Drive - Ross Park
Saturday April 17th and 24th, 9AM to Noon

Come join the fun and let your dogs enjoy the lure course
$5 per dog/per run ($4 for active DOGPAW members)

These may be the last lure course events until the Dog Days of Summer. A Chip Spread is also scheduled for the 17th and portions of the park will be CLOSED.

We continue to look for volunteers to help us with our events
Please contact markh@clarkdogpaw.org if you are interesting in
volunteering at the event.

General Public Welcome. Dogs Welcome.

2010-04-24 :: Membership Drive & Lure Course ::.

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2010-04-17 :: Ross Chip Spread ::.

Ross Chip Spread
Ross Off-Leash Dog Recreation Area
Saturday, April 17, 2010
9:00AM - 1:00PM

Volunteers needed. Bring supplies to spread wood chips and fill holes. Pickup trucks needed to distribute wood chips.

A Lure Course/Membership Drive is also scheduled in the SDA for the 17th and portions of the park will be CLOSED.

Contact CindyF at clarkdogpaw.org, 888-899-0025, ext 4

General Public Welcome. Dogs Not Recommended.

2010-04-10 :: Ross Lure Course/Membership Drive ::.

Lure Course/Membership Drive - Ross Park
Saturday, April 10th, 9AM to Noon

Come join the fun and let your dogs enjoy the lure course
$5 per dog/per run ($4 for active DOGPAW members)

We continue to look for volunteers to help us with our events
Please contact markh@clarkdogpaw.org if you are interesting in
volunteering at the event.

2010-04-03 :: Stevenson Cleanup/Membership Drive ::.

Park Clean-up/Membership Drive - Stevenson/Washougal Park
Saturday April 3rd, 9AM to Noon

We will be doing a park clean up, which will include
picking up rocks and blackberry roots, spreading gravel at the
entrances and spreading mulch as needed

If you are interested in helping out, please bring, if possible,
shovels, rakes, wheelbarrowsand gloves.

2010-04-01 :: Brush Prairie CLOSED for Clean Up ::.

Brush Prairie Clean Up
Ne 149th St and NE 101st Pl
Starting Wed, Jan 27, 2010 (9-1PM)

This park will be closed (all or part) each Wed and/or Sat until the park is cleaned.

We will spread wood chips and go through the dog park, picking up debris (trash & sticks), dog waste, and filling in any holes that may have been dug. Please bring appropriate tools from the suggested "work checklist" above.

Contact JerryQ at clarkdogpaw.org, 888-899-0025, ext 5
General Public Welcome. Dogs Not Recommended.

2010-03-27 :: Dakota Lure Course/Membership Drive ::.

Lure Course/Membership Drive - Dakota Park
Saturday, March 27th, 9AM to Noon

Come join the fun and let your dogs enjoy the lure course
$5 per dog/per run ($4 for active DOGPAW members)

We continue to look for volunteers to help us with our events
Please contact markh@clarkdogpaw.org if you are interesting in
volunteering at the event.

2010-03-06 :: Lure Course & Membership Drive ::.

Lure Course & Membership Drive
Ross Off-Leash Dog Recreation Area
Saturday - Mar 6th
9am - Noon

DOGPAW will host a lure course run and Membership drive at Ross OLA.

Have your dog run our lure course
($5 per dog/per run) Discount for DOGPAW Members!

Let your dog enjoy the chase and enjoy the fun of watching it
Volunteers - Contact Markh at Clarkdogpaw.org, 888-899-0025, ext 2

General Public Welcome. Dogs Allowed.
Cost: $5 Per Dog/Per Run (Discount for DOGPAW Members) Digital Photos: $5 for 15 by Good Dog Photo

Come Join the Fun and Get Awesome Photos of Your Dog in Action!

2010-03-02 :: General Membership Meeting ::.

General Membership Meeting
Tuesday, March 2, 2010 (7pm-9pm)
Clark Public Utilities - Vancouver Service Center
1200 Fort Vancouver Way, south of E Mill Plain Blvd

Members are welcome to attend and learn about the past, present, and future of DOGPAW and our off-leash areas. You may wish to verify your membership via MEMBER PROFILE (http://www.clarkdogpaw.org/members/myprofile.php?) prior to attending.

To assist with set-up and take-down or to suggest topics, contact chair at clarkdogpaw.org.

Members Only. Dogs not allowed.

[ flyer ]

2010-02-27 :: ROSS CLOSED FOR CLEANUP ::.

ROSS CLOSED FOR CLEANUP
Ross Off-Leash Dog Recreation Area
Saturday, February 27, 2010
UPDATE: SUNDAY TOO!!!
9:00AM - 1:00PM

Volunteers needed. Bring supplies to spread wood chips and fill holes. Pickup trucks needed to distribute wood chips.

Contact CindyF at clarkdogpaw.org, 888-899-0025, ext 4

General Public Welcome. Dogs Not Recommended.

2010-02-20 :: Lure Course & Membership Drive ::.

Lure Course & Membership Drive
Dakota Memorial Off-Leash Area
Saturday - Feb 20th
9am - Noon

DOGPAW will host a lure course run and Membership drive in the NW
corner of Dakota OLA at Pacific Community Park

Have your dog run our lure course
($5 per dog/per run)

Let your dog enjoy the chase and enjoy the fun of watching it
Volunteers - Contact Markh at Clarkdogpaw.org

[ Lure Coursing Video ]

General Public Welcome. Dogs Allowed.

2010-02-10 :: Safety Task Force Meeting ::.

Safety Task Force Meeting
Wed Feb 10 at 7pm
Firehouse #8 Community Room
213 NE 120th Ave, north of SE Mill Plain Blvd

Contact safety at clarkdogpaw.org
General Public Welcome. Dogs not allowed.

2010-01-31 :: Tommy's Benefit ::.

Tommy's Eye Surgery Benefit
Sunday, January 31st, 2010 (4-7PM)
Appetizers * Wine * Beer * Dessert * More

Silent Auction
RARE WINES * HANDYMAN BOB'S SERVICES * GIFTS * ANIMAL CARE * MORE

$15.00 Per Person + Beverage
$7.50 Per Child Under 12+ Beverage

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 503-505-2570

485 State St. Lake Oswego OR 97034

To learn more about our friend Tommy visit Tommy's Blog

2010-01-30 :: Dakota Clean Up ::.

Dakota Clean Up
At Pacific Community Park (NE 18th St between NE 164th Ave and 172nd Ave)
Saturday, January 30, 2010 (9:00AM - Noon)

We will go through the dog park, picking up debris (branches & sticks), dog waste, and filling in any holes that may have been dug. DOGPAW will bring the gloves, bags, wheel barrel and shovel and will get a container to throw the sticks and stuff in.

DOGPAW Management, 888-899-0025

2009-11-23 :: Construction Meeting ::.

Future Construction Meeting, Monday, November 23rd at 6PM
We will be having a construction meeting to discuss future park sites and their layouts along with actions necessary to accomplish them. All members are welcome to attend to provide input and also to volunteer for specific tasks.

Meeting Date - November 23, 2009
Meeting Location - Fire Station #8, 213 N.E. 120th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98661
Meeting Time - 6PM-7PM

2009-11-07 :: Washougal Opens! ::.

Ribbon Cutting - Stevenson Off-Leash Area
Saturday, November 7, 2009 (1pm)
Washougal's Stevenson Off-Leash Area
3003 Addy St

Bring your dog and check it out!

Thanks to Donald & Angeline Stevenson, Bi-Mart, and the City of Washougal, and the numerous DOGPAW volunteers for making this dog park possible!

FYI - a section of the road, within the parking lot, will be barricaded on November 7 (12:30 to 2:30) for the dog park opening ceremonies.

Watch for a "Grand Opening" with games and fun in the Spring/Summer of 2010!

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Saturday, November 7, 2009 (1pm)

2009-10-24 :: Dogtoberfest 2009 ::.

DOGTOBERFEST
Saturday, October 24, 2009 (10am-3pm)
Ross Off-Leash Dog Recreation Area
NE Ross St and NE 15th Ave

...FOR A HOWLING GOOD TIME...

All proceeds support Clark County off-leash dog parks.

Register, as a vendor or volunteer now [ vendor form and letter ]. DEADLINE OCTOBER 10...

Adoptable Dog Fashion Show
10:30 - Doggie Costume Contest
11:00 - Doggie Olympics
Best Dog Trick Contest and More
Prizes
Lure Coursing
Micro-Chipping
FREE Nail Clipping
Professional Photographer
Vendors
Pet experts and Much More...

(click to view)

Saturday, October 24, 2009 (10am-3pm)

Vendors contact the coordinator at events@clarkdogpaw.org, 888-899-0025, ext 3.

Free Admission, please bring pet food donation for AniMeals. Dogs Allowed.

WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO CLEANUP THE PARK ON SAT THE 17TH, AS WELL AS, THE DAY OF THE EVENT - RSVP.

[ vendor form & letter | work checklist | Ross Off-Leash Dog Recreation Area ]

2009-10-22 :: DOGTOBERFEST HELP ::.

MEETING:
Firehouse Community Room
213 NE 120th Ave

Thur, Sep 17, 2009 at 7pm

Tues, Oct 6, 2009 at 7pm

Thur, Oct 22, 2009 at 7pm

DIRECTIONS:
From I-205 S take exit 28 (Mill Plain Blvd)
Turn left at SE Mill Plain Blvd 0.6 mi
Turn left at NE 120th Ave 390 ft

HELP:
Volunteers needed for planning, as well as day of event. Dogtoberfest is October 24th from 10-3 at ross dog park.

Even if you are unavailable to help with planning, or the event, we could use your help with the following:

Raffle Prizes..this could be ANYTHING from gift baskets, gift cards, oil changes, movies, etc.

Needed for the day of event are straw bales, pumpkins, etc.

Contact jerryq@clarkdogpaw.org for ideas or to coordinate a gift.
Contact events@clarkdogpaw.org with other questions or comments.

General Public Welcome and Dogs Not Allowed. [ vendor form & letter | work checklist ]

2009-10-18 :: Great Balls of Fur ::.

Great Balls of Fur Round Up (western or casual attire)
Benefits Second Chance Companions (AniMeals)
Heathman Lodge in Vancouver - Saturday, October 17, 2009
6pm Yappy Hour Saloon & Silent Auction and 7-10pm Chuck Wagon/Live Auction

With Helen Raptis and Dave Schmitke & Mitch Lambley of Lambley Benefit Auctions

Guests at $50 per person, Patrons at $75 per person, Patron Table of Ten at $500. However, you may sit at the DOGPAW table for just $40 per person (limited seating). Patrons receive Preferred seating, Express Checkout, and special recognition.

Chuck Wagon Buffet Menu: BBQ Chicken, Baked Beans, Cornbread, Mini Burgers, Corn & Black Bean Salad with Veg Crudit, Fresh Fruit, Apple Crisp, Coffee and tea.

There are many fabulous items available in our Silent and Live Auctions. For example: K9 Sheriff Ride-along, golf packages, dinners at popular area restaurants, a variety of pet packages, a trip to the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa with Economy Class Air, including Winery Tour and other fantastic weekend getaways.

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<<< CLICK FOR TICKETS >>>

2009-10-17 :: Ross Park Clean Up ::.

ROSS PARK CLEAN UP
Ross Off-Leash Dog Recreation Area
Saturday, October 17, 2009 from 8AM-NOON...

Please bring shovels, rakes, wheelbarrows, gloves, etc. We will be working on the following tasks:

*Spread Wood Chips
*Fill in Holes
*Weed Wack
*Pick Up Dog Waste, etc

(click to view)

Remember, our parks are maintained by volunteers, so every extra hand helps.

See you there!

Contact Ross Management, rossmgr@clarkdogpaw.org

General public welcome and dogs not recommended.

[ work checklist | Ross Off-Leash Dog Recreation Area ]

2009-10-11 :: Pet Food/Supply Drive ::.

Pet Food/Supply Drive To Support SW Washington Humane Society

The Humane Society for Southwest Washington shelters more than 14,000 animals every year. With all those hungry mouths to feed, the donation of even a single bag of dog food is extremely helpful. We are collecting donations of un-opened dog, cat, puppy and kitten dry and wet food. As well as food for pocket pets (guinea pigs, hamsters, rats, bunnies, ferrets, etc.) and birds.

Other Supplies Needed…
stainless steel bowls
grooming supplies
kong toys
cat toys
tennis balls
cat litter
litter pans
kennels
crates
Flat leashes and collars

Saturday Oct. 10, 2009 (2:30-4:30pm)

WHERE: Wendy’s on 192nd (400 S.E. 192nd Ave)

Sponsored By: W.A.S.C. Student Leadership Conference
Oct 9-11 nearly 1000 ASB and leadership students from across the state will meet at Union High School to discuss issues at their schools, and give them tools to plan for the upcoming school year. Each year at the conference students participate in a community service project. The Pet Supply Drive is one of nine projects happening on Oct. 10th.

(click to view)

For more information or to find out how you can help…
Contact: Megan Baxter (360)604-7446 or megan.baxter@evergreenps.org

http://www.awsp.org/Content/awsp/StudentLeadership/WashingtonAssociationofStudentCouncils/default.htm

2009-10-10 :: Washougal Construction Begins! ::.

UPDATE: CONSTRUCTION TAKES 1-MONTH MIN. WE ARE SCHEDULING WORK PARTIES (sign up)!

WASHOUGAL PARK CONSTRUCTION
STARTS SEPT 19TH
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

We will begin the initial construction process at the Stevenson Off-Leash Park:

8AM-12PM Saturday September 19th

8AM-5PM Sat-Sun September 26th & 27th

8AM-12PM Sat-Sun October 3rd & 4th (HALF WAY THERE!)

8AM-12PM Sat October 10th

Location – Field west of the Bi-Mart in Washougal
From I-205 South
Take exit 27 onto Lewis and Clark Hwy (WA-14) toward Camas 11.5 mi
Turn left at 32nd St 0.1 mi
Take the 1st left onto Addy St 0.1 mi
Bi-Mart will be on the right 0.2 mi

(click to view) (click - half way there!)

For further info or to volunteer: contact construction@clarkdogpaw.org

General Public Welcome and Dogs Not Allowed. [ work checklist | slideshow ]

2009-09-12 :: Work Party/Membership Drive ::.

Work Party/Membership Drive
Dakota Memorial Off-Leash Area
Saturday, September 12, 2009
8:00am - Noon

Help us tidy up the park before Fall is upon us

Dakota Park has been a great success and continues to be well used and loved

Help us keep the Park looking at its best and come out to do a general cleanup of the park on Saturday the 12th of September.

We will also be doing a membership drive for new members and renewals of existing memberships

DOGPAW memberships help support the maintenance and construction of off-leash parks in Clark County

For further info or to RSVP please contact markh@clarkdogpaw.org

[ notice | work checklist ]

2009-08-13 :: Sheepdog Trial (Aug 13-16) ::.

Lacamas Valley Sheepdog Trial
Johnston Dairy, SR-500 and 3rd St in Camas, WA
Thur-Sat: 8am - 5pm, Finals Sun: 9am - 3pm (August 13-16th, 2009)

See www.lvsdt.com for more details.

Admission $3 (seniors and kids free)
General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2009-08-01 :: Petco Adoptathon ::.

Saturday, August 1, DOGPAW has been invited to PETCO's annual Adoptathon at the Cascade Park Petco from 11-4. Volunteers are needed. Contact jeanh@clarkdogpaw.org

General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2009-07-25 :: Bark-B-Que (Jul 25-26) ::.

Bark-B-Que at Everything in the Ark Animal Training
NE 114th Ave, Bldg N Suite 1, Vancouver, WA
Sat Jul 25 and Sun Jul 26
10:00am - 5:00pm

Second annual FREE event with vendors, events, education, and more.

Contact Megan-Kate, 360-256-3340
www.everythingintheark.com

Volunteers are needed for the DOGPAW table (Jul 25). Contact jeanh@clarkdogpaw.org

General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2009-07-25 :: Brush Prairie Work Party ::.

Brush Prairie OLA (approx 8am-2pm)

We will have a gator and tractor with attachments and will need volunteers with tool, as listed on the "work checklist" above. Additional trucks to relocate wood chips would be appreciated. We will be doing various tasks, such as the following:br />

* fence and chip around trees
* spread chips on the walking paths
* some fence work
* install dog agility
* bring any trees or benches for install

General public welcome and dogs not recommended.

2009-07-23 :: URGENT: Washougal Park Plans ::.

URGENT UPDATE REGARDING WASHOUGAL OFF LEASH AREA PLANNING:

Park Board (Dog Park Only Agenda Item) - Public Welcome
Washougal City Hall Council Chambers
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Special Meeting 6:00pm

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Speak up for Fido (no dog park - if you don't speak up)

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More Info: http://www.clarkdogpaw.org/washougalpetition.shtml

General public welcome and dogs not allowed.

2009-07-19 :: HSSW Grand Opening Celebration! ::.

GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION!
Humane Society for SW Washington (HSSW)
1100 NE 192nd Ave, Vancouver, WA 98684
Sunday, July 19, 2009 (12:30pm)

GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION!
Please join us in celebrating the Grand Opening of our new home.

Sunday, July 19, 2009

Activities begin at 12:30pm, ribbon cutting at 1pm.
Food, kid activities, adoptions and more!

Contact: 360-693-4746 or http://www.southwesthumane.org

General public welcome and dogs not recommended?

2009-07-18 :: POSTPONED - Ross Chip Spread ::.

LOOKS LIKE YOU GUYS ARE REALLY PITCHING IN AND IT LOOKS GREAT (postponed until fall)!<

2009-07-13 :: Speak up for Washougal ::.

This is your last chance to speak up for a dog park in Washougal. There is one being voted on, located near Bi-Mart, as described in the newspaper. City Council wanted to consider it again at this event.

Monday, July 13, 2009
Workshop 5:30pm
BBQ 7:00pm
Oak Tree Park Dedication
350 W "Y" St

Flyer: Oak Tree Council Mtg

More Info:<<< http://www.clarkdogpaw.org/washougalpetition.shtml >>>

General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2009-07-11 :: WOOFSTOCK ::.

WOOFSTOCK at McKenzie Stadium
2205 NE 138th Ave, Vancouver, WA
Saturday, July 11, 2009
1:00pm...

Performances by:
Allred • Carrie Cunnigham & the Six Shooters • The ByrdBrains • Yung Jordan • Holding On

Proceeds benefit the Humane Society for Southwest Washington (HSSW).

Tickets $10.00 presale • $12.50 at the door
bleacher-general admission only. Alcohol not permitted • unopened containers only

Contact 360-693-4746
www.southwesthumane.org

General public welcome and dogs not allowed.

2009-06-27 :: CHANGE: Dog Days Event ::.

Summer fundraiser update:

Unfortunately, due to conflicting scheduling and permitting complications, we are going to have to postpone the fundraiser originally scheduled for June 27. This is a precautionary action, done on our part.

We will be going forward with a DOGTOBERFEST in October, on a date to be determined.

If you would like to get involved with fundraising, or membership promotion, or if you have any questions, please contact jean@clarkdogpaw.org

CANCELLED - Dog Days of Summer (Sat, Jun-27-09) 10am-3pm at Ross OLA

Per membership vote, a summer event is going to happen this year at Ross!

Planning meetings will start in May. Please contact Jean with any questions, ideas, or comments.

Jean Hood,
jeanh@clarkdogpaw.org.

2009-06-16 :: Animal Control at Risk ::.

"Please review the attached document and help Animal Control Officers save their jobs.

Other Community Development and Public Service jobs are also at risk including Code Enforcement and The Fire Marshall office.

A public forum will be held with the Clark County Commissioners on June 16th 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at the public service building 1300 Franklin Vancouver, WA on the 6th floor. Please feel free to come and express your opinion.

Please forward this information on to all of your members.

Thank you for your support"

Contact BOCC and Advisory Board...

Board of Clark County Commissioners, boardcom@clark.wa.gov, (360) 397-2232
Community Development, commdev@clark.wa.gov, (360) 397-2375

map: http://www.clarkdogpaw.org/maps/
news: http://www.oregonlive.com/news/index.ssf/2009/06/clark_county_proposes_spending.html

General public welcome and dogs not allowed.

[ attch doc]

2009-06-10 :: Pawsitive Steps Deal ::.

"Pawsitive Steps Into Summer" deal...
www.EverythingInTheArk.com
2613 NE 114th Ave Bld N Ste 1
Vancouver WA 98684

25% off all obedience classes (associates degree, Bachelor degree, and Masters degree) from now (5/14) until June 10th.

We want to set people and their dogs up for success before summer begins and ensure that people will be able to bring their pets with them where ever they travel.

Some classes are just for people.

2009-05-16 :: WCGHS Hike on the Dike ::.

West Columbia Gorge Humane Society - "Hike on the Dike"
Sat, May 16, 2009 (10:00am - 1:00pm)
Captain William Clark Park, Washougal

8:30am Registration ($20-$50-$80). Go to http://www.wcghumanesociety.org/ for more details.

General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2009-05-02 :: Walk Run for the Animals ::.

Humane Society for Southwest Washington (HSSW) Walk Run for the Animals
Saturday, May 2, 2008 - Esther Short Park - Rain or shine!
7:30am - Noon

Vist the DOGPAW booth! For more info or to RSVP and volunteer at the booth - jeanh@clarkdogpaw.org

If you want to walk in the DOGPAW Pack, contact Kathleen, kathleenh@clarkdogpaw.org to RSVP.

Site Info:

click map below for directions, itinerary, and opt mail-in form.

More Info:

* donate/register online - click "donate" on the widget below.
* share widget - click "menu" on the widget, paste the code to your website or myspace!
* create your own fund raising site - join the team (click).

(click to enlarge)

Get DOGPAW items online, at Beastie B, Nat Pet NW, or at the event.

General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2009-04-19 :: NW Pet & Companion Fair ::.

2009 NW Pet & Companion Fair
Portland Expo Center, I-5 Exit 306
April 18th & 19th
Sat 9:30am - 6:00pm
Sun 10:00am - 5:00pm

Well behaved dogs welcome. Admission $1 or 1 can of pet food (food donated to AniMeals). Expo Cntr $8 - $20. Go to petfairs.com for valuable coupon, HDTV drawing, directions, etc. Be sure to register at www.nwairdogs.com for the dock diving event.

503-287-7541 www.petfairs.com

General Public Welcome and Pets Allowed.

2009-04-18 :: Watch Your Lab ::.

Watch Your Lab at Everything in the Ark Animal Training
2613 NE 114th Ave. Bldg N Suite 1, Vancouver, WA 98684
Saturday, April 18, 2009
11:00am - 12:30pm

Watch your Lab, not your latte- a class for park users. This class covers topics such as breed specific traits and body language. This class is FREE TO MEMBERS. Please RSVP. Go to watch your lab

Click to
RSVP: Safety Task Force - safety@clarkdogpaw.org

General public welcome and dogs not allowed.

2009-04-18 :: (2 Events) Membership Drive & FREE Class ::.

Dakota Membership Drive - April 18 (9:00am-4:00pm) - Saturday at Pacific Park.

Volunteers needed to run membership booth for 2 hour shifts. Please contact Jean Hood to schedule time.

Contact: Jean Hood - membership@clarkdogpaw.org

*** PS - see free class series (other location) at watch your lab, not your latte (no dogs)***

General public welcome and dogs allowed and dogs not allowed.

2009-04-16 :: Brush Prairie Mowing ::.

Brush Prairie OLA Mowing
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Approx 8:00 am – 2:30pm

BE SAFE!

Keep 75+ Feet Clear From Equipment.

Better Yet - Come Back Later.

Did you know that riding lawn mower blades can throw material over 50 feet at speeds of 200 miles per hour, causing death or serious injury?

http://www.uaex.edu/Other_Areas/publications/pdf/FSA-1005.pdf
www.cdc.gov/nasd/docs/d001601-d001700/d001606/d001606.pdf

2009-03-06 :: General Membership Meeting ::.

“Calling all DOGPAW Members!”
come and share your ideas or concerns about your off-leash areas

General Membership Meeting

Friday, March 6, 2009
6:30PM – 8:30PM
Water Resources Education Center
4600 SE Columbia Way, Vancouver, WA 98661

AgendMap

(Click: Follow Agenda and Map - Not Your GPS)

Membership Status: http://www.clarkdogpaw.org/members/myprofile.php?

Members Only and Dogs not allowed ($$$ Door Prize $$$).

2009-02-21 :: ROSS PARK CLEAN UP ::.

ROSS PARK CLEAN UP
Ross Off-Leash Dog Recreation Area
Saturday, Feb 21st 8AM-NOON...

Please bring shovels, rakes, wheelbarrows, gloves, etc-
The park needs chips spread throughout, as well as other 'handy man' tasks.

If you would like more details regarding ROSS clean up parties, or have questions or suggestions, please contact Jean.

Remember, our parks are maintained by volunteers, so every extra hand helps.

See you on the 21st!

Contact Jean Hood, jeanh@clarkdogpaw.org

General public welcome and dogs not recommended.

2009-01-10 :: NO CHAINS - State Rep in Van next Sat ::.

NO CHAINS - State Rep in Van next Sat
Public Service Center, BOCC 6th floor, 1300 Franklin St
Saturday, January 10th, 2009 (10:00 am)

---------------------------- Original Message ----------------------------
Subject: State Rep in Van next Sat 10am-12noon
From: "Julie Alexander"
Date: Tue, January 6, 2009 10:10 pm
To: chair at clarkdogpaw.org
--------------------------------------------------------------------------

Hello,

Just want to make Sure you know about this.
It's called Wa. State Lobby Forum....
They're down here from the State Offices to 'hear our concerns/comments'.
BOTH the City & the County say it's best to talk to the State People
about Anti Chainig/Tethering Laws.

When: January 10th. (this Saturday)
Time: 10am - 12noon
Where: Clark County Commissioners Hearing Room, 6th floor.

49th district rep Jim Moeller and Jim Jacks will be there too.

If we have a Lot of People show up...they'll be more likely to Get Dogs
Off Chains....!

Map: http://www.clarkdogpaw.org/maps/VanClarkGovernmentMap.pdf

General public welcome and dogs not allowed.

2008-12-22 :: SPEAK UP FOR CHAINED DOGS ::.

SPEAK UP FOR CHAINED DOGS
Vancouver City Hall, Council Chambers, 210 E 13th St
Monday, December 15th and 22nd, 2008 (7:00 pm)

Dear Friends,

Dogs in Vancouver, WA need our help. Right now, in the freezing weather, there are hundreds of animals that are living perpetually chained or tethered outside with little food, water or appropriate shelter. Susan Hartland, a DDB Representative will be attending the Vancouver WA city council meeting on Dec. 22, 7pm to propose legislation to place a limitation on how long an animal can be chained or tethered. Please forward this to everyone you know in this area asking them to show up to provide support.

I know the weather has been terrible, but if it's bad for us, please think about all of those animals out there forced to live outside in it, most with little or no shelter from the freezing rain and snow.
You can help.

Please join us to speak up for the animals and show support for this legislation.

The city council meetings run every Monday at 7pm. Please encourage people to go to any/all meetings starting Monday, Dec 15th, to ask the council to put a limitation on how long a dog can be chained or tethered. (If you are not in Vancouver, contact me to see what you can do to support chaining limitations in your area.)

JOIN US TO SPEAK UP FOR CHAINED DOGS
We will be proposing legislation to implement a limitation on how long an animal can be chained or tethered. Let the City Council know that Chaining a Dog is Dangerous & Inhumane.
When: Monday December 22th 7 p.m.
Where: Vancouver City Hall, 210 East 13th Street, Vancouver, Wa. 98661
Fact: Keeping a dog chained can cause them to become highly aggressive
Fact: dogs forced to live on a chain make easy targets for other animals, humans, and biting insects
Fact: Dogs are naturally social animals and want to live with a family
Fact: Farmer's Almanac is Predicting the Coldest Winter in over 100 years.

Dogs Deserve Better is a national nonprofit working to bring dogs into the home and family For More Information: Susan Hartland 425-293-4492 www.dogsdeservebetter.org

Flyer: Letter w/flyer and Map: VanClarkGovernmentMap.pdf

DETAILS-AGENDA-GUIDELINES:
www.cityofvancouver.us/government.asp?menuid=10462&submenuid=10474

General public welcome and dogs not allowed.

2008-12-06 :: Brush Prairie Membership Drive ::.

Brush Prairie Membership Drive
Brush Prairie, NE 149th St and NE 101st Pl
***DATE - TO BE DETERMINED***
9:00am - 5:00pm

Greetings, our Newest Park is Now Open!

We have a membership drive scheduled for Brush Prairie Off-Leash Area for ***DATE - TO BE DETERMINED*** from 9-5. Volunteers are needed for 2 hour shifts.

In March of this year, we had a drive at Ross park, and made almost $600.00 of memberships, and T-shirt/hat sales. If you can, please let me know if you are able to come to the park on the 6th, and talk with other users on the importance of memberships, and overall stewardship of our parks.

Great things are happening in DOGPAW this year. Be a part of it!

Shifts are 9-11, 11-1, 1-3, 3-5.

Thank you for your generosity and support!

Contact Jean Hood, membership@clarkdogpaw.org
www.clarkdogpaw.com/#membership

General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2008-11-24 :: Dog Tethering ::.

Dog Tethering
Vancouver City Hall, Council Chambers, 210 E 13th St
Monday, November 24, 2008 (7:00 pm)

"DOGS DESERVE BETTER.

Putting a dog out on a Tether for its Entire Life is Cruel & Inhumane Punishment.

Farmer's Almanac is Predicting the Coldest Winter in over 100 years.

Speak Up for Dogs & Make a Difference.

SPEAK UP FOR MAN'S BEST FRIEND....WE'RE THEIR ONLY VOICE."

Concerned citizens will be there earlier to put this on the agenda.

Julie A.

MAP:
VanClarkGovernmentMap.pdf

DETAILS-AGENDA-GUIDELINES:
www.cityofvancouver.us/government.asp?menuid=10462&submenuid=10474

General public welcome and dogs not allowed.

2008-11-17 :: Park Funding ::.

Park Funding
Vancouver City Hall, Council Chambers, 210 E 13th St
Monday, November 17, 2008 (7:00 pm)

PARK FUNDING:
Parks may lose five years of REET funding, which effects over 56 parks. These funds may be diverted to transportation for the Boise Waterfront Dev, a private business development.

If you think City Council should spend more time on this issue and come up with some alternative funding, let the Council know by writing them or attending Council for the citizen comments portion of the meeting.

MAP:
VanClarkGovernmentMap.pdf

DETAILS-AGENDA-GUIDELINES:
www.cityofvancouver.us/government.asp?menuid=10462&submenuid=10474

General public welcome and dogs not allowed.

2008-11-15 :: Doggie Day ::.

1st Annual - Doggie Day - Biscuit & Gravy Brunch 2008
Pacific Park-Shelter area, 164th Avenue Vancouver, WA
Saturday, November 15, 2008 (8:00 AM – Noon)

Brunch:

Doggie & Owner Combination $5.00
(2 Biscuits and Gravy meals for Doggie & Owner)
Just A Doggie Plate $2.00
(2 Biscuits and Gravy meal for Doggie)
Just a People Plate $3.50
(2 Biscuits and Gravy meal for the Owner)

Activities:

Doggie King & Queen (Crowned, Box of Bones for the King and & Queen)
Doggie Track 1st , 2nd & 3rd Prizes (Ribbon, XL Box, Med Box, Small Box of Bones)
Vancouver Doggie of the Year (Ribbon, Box of Bones)

(click to view)

Sponsored By:
Vancouver East Kiwanis Club
PetSmart
With special thanks to DOGPAW for all their support!

General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2008-10-18 :: Brush Prairie Work Parties (Sep thru Oct) ::.

Brush Prairie Work Party - RSVP
Brush Prairie Off-Leash Area, near CASEE Cntr.
Each Saturday, Sep 27 - Oct 18, 2008
8:00am...

Come - build the park - there's a job for everyone! We will be constructing this park, each Saturday, from now through October 18th, and hope to open this park sometime in November.

Thru Oct 18, we will
need to:

o Drill holes for posts
o Set posts
o Stretch fence
o Set gates
o Kiosk/Bin
(build, erect and paint )
o Spread wood chips.

Less physical tasks:

o Level posts
o Fasten posts
o Paint
o Funds/Materials
o Snacks/Drinks
o Ideas

Special thanks to:

Purina Dog Chow Grant

Sunbelt Rental

Liz Grauer DVM
Pacific Crest Boxer Rescue

Autumn Arbor Care

(click to view more pics)

UPDATE:
Thanks to all the volunteers and supporters!

We will NOT be having a work party this Saturday, Oct 25.

Before we can announce that this area is open, there is
some work that the Board has to do.

Within a few weeks, we hope to announce the opening!

Contact construction, 888-899-0025, construction@clarkdogpaw.org
DOGPAW, PO Box 873667, Vancouver, WA 98687-3667
www.clarkdogpaw.org

General public welcome and dogs not allowed.

[ Brush Prairie Details w/Map | General Checklist | The Columbian Article ]

2008-09-14 :: Ross Cleanup Party ::.

Ross Cleanup Party
Ross Off-Leash Dog Recreation Area
Sunday, September 14, 2008
8:00am ...

SUNDAY, SEPT 14TH - ROSS USERS- THE PARK NEEDS YOU....
We will be hosting a clean up party starting at 8AM on the 14th.
please bring your gas weedeaters, and maybe a mower or 2 for the
small dog area. wheel barrels, shovels, rakes and gloves. meet at
the upper park entrance for refreshments, and a detailed
'honey-do' list. This will be a fall clean up-to prepare for the
wet season. If you cant make it, there is still a pile of chips at
the lower entrance that can be spread at any time.

Thanks, and see you at the park! Questions regarding the clean up -
jeanh@clarkdogpaw.org or 503-932-7553

General public welcome and dogs not recommended.

2008-08-23 :: Battle Ground - Dog Days of Summer ::.

Battle Ground Farmer's Market - Dog Days of Summer Event
East Battle Ground Village at Rassmussen, Commerce, and Grace
Saturday, August 23rd, 2008
Market: 9:00am - 3:00pm | Event: 10:00am - 2:00pm

Please come to celebrate "dogs". There will be a few games that people may participate in with their dogs where prizes will be awarded that have been donated for the event.

10 am - Musical Doggies

12 noon - Dog/Owner Look-A-Like contest

1 pm - Musical Doggies

Treats and prizes for all participants; prizes donated by: Battle Ground Dog Grooming, All Natural Pet Supply, All American Feed, Clark County Clean Water Program, and Garden Delights

Dog Rescue Groups: Must Love Dogs NW and Second Chance Companions
will bring dogs for adoption and have informational booths.

Donations of dog food will be accepted for the AniMeals program, provided by Second Chance Companions to seniors, disabled and needy individuals in Clark County Washington.

Map: http://www.bgvillage.com/directions.php

http://www.battlegroundfarmersmarket.org/

Contact gardendelightherbs@netzero.net

General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2008-08-17 :: Lacamas Valley Sheepdog Trial ::.

Lacamas Valley Sheepdog Trial
Johnston Dairy, SR-500 and 3rd St in Camas, WA
Thur-Sat: 8am - 5pm, Finals Sun: 9am - 3pm (August 14-17th, 2008)

See www.lvsdt.com for more details.

Admission $3 (seniors and kids free)
General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2008-08-13 :: Bark in the Park at PGE ::.

Bark in the Park
PGE Park, 1844 SW Morrison
June 29 @ 2:05pm, July 5 @ 2:05pm, August 13 @ 7:05pm

The Portland Beavers invite you to join us for Bark in the Park at PGE Park. Watch the Beavers play baseball with your dog!

To purchase specially discounted tickets you can order online or by mail. Tickets are only $7.50 for general admission or $12.00 for infield reserved.

(click to view)

http://www.portlandbeavers.com/grouptickets/ (48-hrs prior)
Username: K9 Password: dogs

Payable to Portland Beavers (10-days prior)
Bark in the Park, PGE Park, 1844 SW Morrison Portland, OR 97205

contact Ashley Bedford, 503-553-5429, abedford@pgepark.com
www.portlandbeavers.com

General public welcome and dogs allowed. Offer not available at the box office.

2008-08-02 :: Grand Opening - Dakota Memorial OLA ::.

('Spot Magazine')

(click to view)

Special thanks to...
Castor and Pollux
All American Agility
UPrinting.com
Woodin' You
Good Dog Photo
Doggie Walk Bags
Best Buy

Dakota Memorial Off-Leash Dog Area
Pacific Community Park, NE 18th St and NE 172nd Ave
Saturday, August 2nd, 2008
9:30am - 3:00pm

Enjoy a day of fun, games, contests, vendors, prizes, education, and entertainment! Dedication of Pacific Community Park to follow until dusk.

Free admission, but please bring a pet food donation for AniMeals!

Funds raised by event activities will benefit both DOGPAW and K9 Police Teams (which are all funded by private donations).

Contact Julie and Deb. Allyn, nyllabob@peoplepc.com, is the volunteer coordinator for the grand opening. We are in need of volunteers for all shifts, to direct traffic, and to help vendors setup.

General public welcome and dogs allowed.
[ vendor letter/form | directions | schedule | brochure ]

2008-07-26 :: Bark-B-Que ::.

Bark-B-Que at Everything in the Ark Animal Training
2613 NE 114th Ave. Bldg N Suite 1, Vancouver, WA 98684
Saturday, July 26, 2008
9:30am - 5:30pm

FREE event to benefit Oregon Primate Rescue and Southwest Washington Humane Society.

Food, events, treasure hunt, water sports, lure course, education and more. Our friends at NW Air Dogs will be there too!

Contact Megan-Kate, 360-256-3340
http://www.everythingintheark.com/bark-b-que.htm

General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2008-06-14 :: Vandervort Membership Drive ::.

Membership Drive
Vandervort, 172nd Ave (between 3rd and 5th)
Saturday, June 14th, 2008
9:00am - 5:00pm

Greetings Park Users,

We have a membership drive scheduled for Vandervort Off- leash area for Saturday, June 14th, from 9-5. Volunteers are needed for 2 hour shifts.

In March of this year, we had a drive at Ross park, and made almost $600.00 of memberships, and T-shirt/hat sales. If you can, please let me know if you are able to come to the park on the 14th, and talk with other users on the importance of memberships, and overall stewardship of our parks.

Great things are happening in DOGPAW this year. Be a part of it!

Shifts are 9-11, 11-1, 1-3, 3-5.

Thank you for your generosity and support!

Contact Jean Hood, membership@clarkdogpaw.org
www.clarkdogpaw.com/#membership

General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2008-05-31 :: Bark and Bid 2008 Charity Auction ::.

Bark and Bid 2008 Charity Auction
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Best Western Wesley, Gig Harbor
4:00pm - 7:00pm

The Prison Pet Program rescues and trains homeless dogs to provide service dogs for persons with disabilities and operates a boarding and grooming facility to provide vocational education for women inmates.

PS - a long time service dog recipient asked to post this.

For a flyer/form click http://prisonpetpartnership.org/html_new/bark_bid_08.htm

Contact Kelly & Kay, 253.376.3177 or 253.307.3191 , barkandbid@yahoo.com
Prison Pet Partnership Program, 9601 Bujacich Rd, Gig Harbor, WA 98332
http://prisonpetpartnership.org/

General public welcome and dogs not allowed.

2008-05-31 :: WCGHS Benefit Dinner and Silent Auction ::.

The First Annual West Columbia Gorge Humane Society Benefit Dinner and Silent Auction
Firstenburg Center Community Room, 700 NE 136th Ave, Vancouver
Saturday, May 31, 2008
5:30pm - 8:30pm

Dinner, Dancing, Live band, & Auction

Ticket for $35.

Childcare available for a reserved fee.

Table reserved w/company logo for a fee.

For more information and to purchase tickets ...

Click this flyer: www.happypuppypark.com/westcolumbiagorgehumanesociety.html

Contact WCGHS, 360-835-3464, dinnerbenefit@comcast.net
P.O. Box 270, Washougal, WA 98671
www.wcghumanesociety.org/

General public welcome and dogs not allowed.

2008-05-17 :: Vandervort Neighborhood Cleanup ::.

Vandervort Neighborhood Cleanup
Laurelwood Baptist Church, 17015 NE 6th St
Saturday, May 17, 2008

There will be parking changes at Vandervort from May 16-19th due to a neighborhood cleanup event the church is having. The area next to the off leash entrance will be closed off due to the dumpsters that will placed in that area.

Laurelwood church has extended the invite to Dogpaw members to feel free to bring any items you may want to get rid of on Saturday May 17th from 9:30am to 3pm. The items accepted are:

Clothing
Garbage
Yard debris
Cardboard
Scrap wood
Scrap metal

Old appliances
Furniture
CD, DVD, & tapes
Cell phones
Packing materials

Dogpaw really appreciates the kindness of the folks from Laurelwood Church and we would not be able to use the Vandervort off leash area without their support.

DOGPAW Board of Directors.

2008-05-10 :: Natural Pet NW - Bike Raffle ::.

Natural Pet NW - Bike Raffle
Natural Pet NW, 212 NE 164th Ave at 1st St, north of Target.
Now - Saturday, May 10, 2008

Bike Raffle - All Proceeds go to DOGPAW!
Support our local Dogpaw organization. Buy as many $1.00 raffle
tickets that you want. Need not be present to win a beautiful 21 speed
Mt.Bike. Stop by Natural Pet NW to enter and see the bike.

Contact Natural Pet NW, 360-253-5495, naturalpetnw@iinet.com
212 NE 164th Ave. # 8, Vancouver, WA 98684

General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2008-05-10 :: Ross Small Dog Area - Phase 2 ::.

Ross Small Dog Area - Phase 2
Saturday, May 10, 2008

Ross Off-Leash Dog Recreation Area, NE Ross St and NE 18th Ave
9:00am - undetermined end time.

UPDATE: Norm finished this all by himself! This is the final phase -- he set the fence at Ross for the small dog area.

UPDATE:
Thanks to Norm, who finished Phase 2 (final phase) all by himself! He set the fence at Ross for the small dog area. Please contact Norm and Jean to thank them.

Thanks to everyone that participated and especially Norm!!!

Contact Jean Hood - Ross Manager, Jean and Norm.
www.clarkdogpaw.org

General public welcome and dogs not recommended.

2008-05-10 :: ROSS WORK PARTY ::.

SUBJECT: ROSS WORK PARTY THIS SAT, MAY 10TH AT 9AM

SPRING CLEAN UP AT ROSS PARK THIS SATURDAY.....
PLEASE BRING WHEEL BARRELS, SHOVELS, RAKES, GLOVES, GAS WEEDEATERS, AND A SENSE OF HUMOR....

REFRESHMENTS WILL BE PROVIDED- WE PROMISE THIS TIME!

SEE YOU SATURDAY,

SANDY, JEAN, DEANNA
..YOUR ROSS PARK MANAGERS

2008-05-03 :: Walk for the Animals ::.

Southwest Washington Humane Society Walk for the animals
Saturday, May 3, 2008 - Esther Short Park - Rain or shine!
7:30am - 12:30pm

Vist the DOGPAW booth! For more info and to RSVP - jeanh@clarkdogpaw.org

If you want to walk in the DOGPAW Pack, contact Kathleen, kathleenh@clarkdogpaw.org to RSVP. Click below for the map w/park layout, parking, and DOGPAWPack itinerary.

(click to enlarge)

Get DOGPAW items online, at Beastie B, Nat Pet NW, or at the event.

General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2008-04-26 :: Ross Small Dog Area - Phase 1 ::.

Ross Small Dog Area - Phase 1
Saturday, April 26, 2008
Ross Off-Leash Dog Recreation Area, NE Ross St and NE 18th Ave
8:30am - undetermined end time.

Hello park users,

Saturday, April 26th, we will be beginning the first phase of
construction of the small dog area at Ross. Thanks to Sunbelt
rentals, we have a machine to dig the holes, however we will
need muscle to man up to the machine. Our goal is to dig all
holes and set all posts in 1 day, so that we don't leave a
hazzard in the park.

If you can volunteer at least a couple of hours on that day,
please let me know ASAP. Hopefully we will get enough people
so that all of us dont get too burned out - because we will
need to practice for the other off leash areas that are going
to be constructed in Clark County!

thanks for your support.

Contact Jean Hood - Ross Manager, Jean and Norm.
www.clarkdogpaw.org

General public welcome and dogs not recommended.

UPDATE:

(phase 1 - complete - 46 posts, 180')

2008-04-20 :: Northwest Pet & Companion Fair ::.

Northwest Pet & Companion Fair
PORTLAND EXPOSITION CENTER - E HALL, 2060 N Marine Dr, Portland, OR
Saturday and Sunday, April 19-20, 2008

Saturday 9:30 am to 6 pm | Sunday 9:30 am to 5 pm

FLYER:

(click)

General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2008-04-19 :: Pacific (Vandervort) Membership Drive ::.

Pacific (Vandervort) Membership Drive -- CANCELED

Saturday, April 19, 2008
Pacific (Vandervort) Dog Park
NE 172nd Ave and NE 6th St
10:00am - 5:00pm

Volunteers needed. 2 Hour shifts.
We will be signing up new members and ...
DOGPAW shirts and hats will be available inside the park from 10-5.

Contact jeanh@clarkdogpaw.org with times.

General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2008-04-19 :: Northwest Pet & Companion Fair ::.

Northwest Pet & Companion Fair
PORTLAND EXPOSITION CENTER - E HALL, 2060 N Marine Dr, Portland, OR
Saturday and Sunday, April 19-20, 2008

Saturday 9:30 am to 6 pm | Sunday 9:30 am to 5 pm

ADMISSION:
Adults $7.00
Grandparents 60 & over $6.00
Kids 6 - 14 $4.00
Family pass: $20.00

We don't do DNA testing on kids
Well Behaved Family Pet(s) are welcomed - $1.00 or one can of Pet Food.
(All food is donated to a local Shelter or Rescue Group)
Discount coupon available from Exhibitors
Website page : Discount Coupon

ATTENDANCE:
The 2007 Event drew close to 8,000 guests and over 260 display booths.
See website for a list of vendors. Be sure to see www.nwairdogs.com
for details about the "Special Jump" to benefit Shriners Childrens
Hospital.

ACTIVITIES:
Animal Performances, Pet Workshops, Petting Zoo, New Products and
Services, Pet Fashion Shows, Children Activities, and Experts to answer
questions. Pet Adoptions and great informational workshops. 2008
activities listing soon.

For a flyer/form click www.petfairs.com/home.cfm?dir_cat=76072

Contact Patrick Dinan, 503-287-7541, pat@petfairs.com
PO Box 5755 , Portland, Oregon 97228
www.petfairs.com/

General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2008-04-10 :: Dakota Memorial Park Committee ::.

Event Planning Committee- For the Dakota Memorial Park- 1st Planning meeting is set for April 10, at the Clark County PUD community room on the corner of Padden Parkway, and NE 117th. This meeting starts at 7PM. RSVP Julie Mills at julie.mills@clarkdogpaw.org

2008-04-09 :: Beastie Mutt Mingles ::.

Beastie Mutt Mingles
Ross Off-Leash Dog Recreation Area
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
5:30pm - 7:00pm

To include big dogs, we'll meet up at Ross Dog Park. Two legged guests will receive special mingle coupons to use in the store.

Dogs of all sizes are welcome to come and mingle.

We do request that all dogs that attend the event bring proof of vaccinations, are friendly, and that you're familiar with dog park rules for a safe, fun visit.

go to beastieboutique.com for more info.

Contact Megan De Motto, 360-574-6400, megan@beastieboutique.com

General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2008-04-05 :: Beastie Mutt Mingles ::.

Beastie Mutt Mingles
Beastie Boutique, 13023 Ne Highway 99, #8
Saturday, April 5, 2008
2:00pm - 6:00pm

We are having our first ever Mutt Mingle on April 5th at Beastie Boutique.

Dogs 12 pounds and under will be mingling from 2-4pm
Dogs under 30 pounds will be mingling from 4-6pm.

All dogs will receive a goody bag of size appropriate treats and pet parents will receive special discounts during the Mingle. We will have refreshments for both two legged and four legged guests.

We do request that all dogs that attend the event bring proof of vaccinations and are friendly.

go to beastieboutique.com for more info.

Contact Megan De Motto, 360-574-6400, megan@beastieboutique.com

General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2008-03-29 :: Watch Your Lab... ::.

Watch your Lab, not your latte- a class for park users. This class covers topics such as aggression, gate manners, and park clumping. This class is FREE TO MEMBERS. Please RSVP. Go to watchyourlab

2008-03-25 :: DOGPAW Safety Task Force ::.

DOGPAW Safety Task Force Meeting- March 25, 5:30 PM, Downtown Vancouver. THIS IS AN RSVP event, we must have a head count before this meeting. Go to safetytaskforce

2008-03-22 :: Ross Membership Drive ::.

Ross Membership Drive

Saturday, March 22, 2008
Ross Off-Leash Dog Recreation Area
NE Ross St and NE 18th Ave
9:30am - 5:00pm

Membership drive at Ross Park, Volunteers needed. 2 Hour shifts.
We will be signing up new members and ...
DOGPAW shirts and hats will be available inside the park from 10-5.

Contact jeanh@clarkdogpaw.org with times.

General public welcome and dogs allowed.

2008-03-05 :: DOGPAW ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING ::.

DOGPAW ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5, 2008
FORT VANCOUVER HIGH SCHOOL
5700 EAST 18TH STREET (WEST OF ANDRESEN ON 18TH)
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Speakers will include:
Pete Capell– Director, Clark County Public Works
Sgt Joe Graff– Vancouver Police Dept K9 Unit
Clark County Animal Control
Your DOGPAW Board of Directors
Others-TBA

Contact Jean Hood, jeanh@clarkdogpaw.org

Dogs not allowed.

2008-02-09 :: Ross Chip Spread ::.

ROSS PARK CHIPS - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

We have a tractor coming at 8:00a.m. this Saturday, February 9, to move the chips inside the fence on the top side. We need volunteers to help unload the trucks and spread on the paths and other areas still needing attention.

Bring wheelbarrows, rakes, shovels, boots, and possibly a rain coat!

Also, be aware the gates will be open throughout the day and vehicles will be inside the park. This might not be a good time to bring your four legged friends.

Thank you again for answering our call.

2008-01-13 :: Ross Chip Spreading Event ::.

Tired of wet trails? Slipping in the mud got you down?

Join us at Ross Park this Sunday at 10AM to spread chips onto the trails.

We will need volunteers to bring shovels, rakes, and of course wheel barrows.
Wear your boots!

We have 10 yards of chips coming at 9:30 complimentary from our friend Mark Sonney at Yard n Garden Land in Hazel Dell! Visit them at 1501 NE 102nd ave. www.yardngardenland.com

Please know that our Large gates will be opening and closing throughout the morning, so a good idea might be to leave our precious 4 legged pals at home and come back to frolic in the fresh chips in the afternoon!

If you have any questions, email jeanh@clarkdogpaw.org.

See you Sunday!

2007-11-10 :: Great Balls of Fur Fundraiser and Raffle ::.

Great Balls of Fur Annual Fall Fundraiser and Raffle
Benefits Second Chance Companion
Saturday, November 10, 2007, at the Vancouver Hilton

Event Tickets are $50 or $450 for a table of 10
Schedule of Events:

6:00 p.m. Yappy Hour & Silent Auction Begins
7:00 p.m. Dinner
8:00 p.m. Live Auction Begins

Raffle Tickets $1 ea, Need not be present to win.

Dawn (Events) 360-910-7220, info@sccpets.com
Susan (Raffle) 360-907-3547, info@sccpets.com

Vancouver Hilton (Esther Short Park)
301 W. 6th Street
Vancouver, WA 98660
(360) 993-4500

For a flyer/form go here at www.sccpets.com

Dogs not allowed.

2007-11-05 :: K9-Dakota Remembrance Ceremony ::.

On October 23, 2007, Vancouver Police K9 Dakota was killed while searching for an armed suspect during a SWAT mission. The Vancouver Police Department has set up a memorial fund for anyone wanting to make a donation toward the purchase of a new Vancouver Police K9.

The Vancouver Police Department will be holding a remembrance ceremony for K9 Dakota to recognize his service to the department and the community. The ceremony is open to the public. DOGPAW will attend and announce that the new off leash park at Pacific, opening summer of 2008, will be named in honor of Dakota and contain a memorial.

Date: Monday, November 5. 2007
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: Fort Vancouver High School Auditorium (5700 E 18th St)

At the request of Officer Roger Evans, Dakota was laid to rest in a private burial ceremony held on Sunday October 28, 2007.

Thank you for your support of the Vancouver Police K9 unit!

See DOGPAW news for more details or to donate to the memorial fund.

[Ceremony Itinerary] [CVTV Coverage] [The Columbian]

2007-10-27 :: Everything in the Ark! ::.

Grand opening to benefit local Dog Rescue groups.

11AM- Meet your local Rescues/ Open house
3PM- First Annual K9 costume contest
4PM- Raffle/ Comedy show starring “Sunshine”

There will be pets available for adoption on site as well as snacks and
beverages for you and your pet during the event!

Megan-Kate Colwell, Animal Trainer Behaviorist, 360.535.4118, megankatec@everythingintheark.com

Everything in the Ark
2613 NE 114th Avenue
Building N Suite 1
Vancouver, Washington 98684

Dogs Allowed.

2007-10-20 :: Dogtoberfest CANCELLED ::.

Dogtoberfest has been cancelled due to lack of volunteers to help put it together. We hope to be able to do the event next year.

Pam

2007-10-20 :: Humane Society Dinner and Auction ::.

2007 "Raise the Roof" Dinner & Auction
Saturday, October 20, 2007, from 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Hilton of Vancouver WA

The silent auction starts at 5pm with dinner at 7pm.
Tickets are $75 per person or $750 per table of 10.
All proceeds help "Raise the Roof" of our new shelter!
Reservation required.

Contact: Eileen Reilly, Auction Coordinator, 360-750-0847, ereilly@southwesthumane.org

Vancouver Hilton (Esther Short Park)
301 W 6th St
Vancouver, WA 98660
(360) 993-4500

For a flyer/form go here at southwesthumane.org

Dogs not allowed.

2007-09-30 :: Portland Dachshund Meetup Group ::.

From the dachshund meet-up list:

Announcing a new event for The Portland Dachshund Meetup Group!
What: meetup in vancouver for the portland group
When: Sunday, September 30, 2:00 PM
Where: Ross Park, in Vancouver

To learn more about this group and any fees, rules, etc... go to dachshund.meetup.com

*** This is a group announcing a meeting and does not effect normal off-leash usage at Ross Off-Leash Dog Park. Send all questions/comments to Portland Dachshund Meetup Group. ***

Submitted by Shari Miller via AGF

2007-08-01 :: Co Fair, Rodeo & AirDogs ::.

Cowlitz County Fair & Rodeo
August 1-4, 2007
10:00am to 10:00pm
Contact Expo@co.cowlitz.wa.us
Gate Admission FREE.

~ Look for NW AirDogs ~

NW AirDogs fun-in-the-sun Doggy Dive
Cowlitz County Fair & Rodeo
August 1-3, 2007
9:00am to 7:00pm

Bring your Pups to the Fair & Let them learn how to fly!! This 3 day event is sure to be fun and exciting for both Competitors and spectators. As you may have seen on ESPN, Dogs will be running down a 40' dock and jumping into a 43' pool to see how far they can fly. Plus the new VERTICAL AIR, where dogs are judged on height. We welcome ALL friendly dogs! (must be on leash at all times please). If you have ever wanted to give Dock Jumping a try well here is your chance! There will be training from experienced jumpers. There will be fun games with lots of prizes, plus the new "Speed alley",How fast is your pup? Gifts and Ribbons to all who compete. Check us out here: www.nwairdogs.com

For more information, contact Bryan Miller.
nwairdogs@comcast.net, 360-907-7239, www.nwairdogs.com

Dogs Allowed.

2007-06-23 :: Dog Days of Summer ::.

Dog Days of Summer
Saturday, June 23, 2007, from 10:00am to 3:00pm.
Click for vendor form or updated event flyer .

Vendors contact debras@clarkdogpaw.org, 503-253-1932.
All others contact juliem@clarkdogpaw.org for details.

Free Admission. Dogs Allowed.

2007-06-23 :: Franklin Park OLA ::.

Neighbors want to vacant land near Franklin Park for off-leash space. Please send Parks & Rec a comment to grant off-leash space. Go to http://www.ci.vancouver.wa.us/parks-recreation/parks_trails/parks/west_vancouver/franklin.htm for details about meeting with Parks and Rec.

2007-06-16 :: Ross Spruce up Party ::.

DOGPAW is getting our park ready for our annual Dog Days of Summer!
Come join your DOGPAW friends at Ross Park on Saturday June 16th at 8:30AM for our Summer Spruce-Up Party.

We NEED:

shovels
rakes
pitchforks
wheel barrows
weed whackers
mowers

and PEOPLE to USE the TOOLS for:

Hole Patrol
Weed and Berry Whacking
Wood Chip Re-Location
Fence-Line Care

We also need some folks to inform park users at the gates about the work party and to collect donations for Pay-to-Play. We’d like to use the opportunity to sign up new DOGPAW members where we can.

We will close the park for regular use starting at 8AM. Workers will complete spruce-up chores in the southern half of the park first. The north, or top half, will be open for use on a Pay-to-Play basis.
When we are finished in the southern section we will close it - except for Pay-to-Play - and then work on the north section.

Pay-to-Play allows limited access to the park, promotes DOGPAW goals to fund raise and sign members and makes our group efforts visible to our neighbors. The event will help educate users who do not realize that tax dollars don’t make DOGPAW OLAs happen - DOGPAW people do. You may Pay-to-Play by donating to the maintenance effort with cash or labor or a donation of tools or treats (for workers). Otherwise the park is closed.
DOGPAW needs your help, time, money and tools to keep our parks
running smoothly and looking good.

Please come ready to work for a couple hours or more. If you cannot lift, carry, mow, rake or whack please come gather donations and help keep the workers happy. We’d like to spread donated wood chips as well as the joy of working together on our DOGPAW park.

Our family is donating a case of beverages and ice in addition to our time. Your efforts for ice-filled coolers or treats for workers are welcomed.

Click for event flyer . Contact rossmgr@clarkdogpaw.org for details.

Pay-to-Play. Dogs Allowed.

2007-05-19 :: Hazel Dell Parade ::.

Join DOGPAW in the Hazel Dell Parade. walk with your dogs and families with the DOGPAW Pack We will have a small meeting at Ross Park on May 12th at noon during our membership drive regarding formation and line up time. See Jean or Linda at the park on that day.

Meet at 9:45 with the parade starting at 10:30.
Contact jeanh@clarkdogpaw.org for details.

Dogs Allowed

2007-05-19 :: Fidos Family Funday ::.

Fido's Family Funday
Esther Short Park (Esther & 6th), Vancouver, WA
2007-05-19 from 09:30:00 to 15:00:00

Demonstrations, contests, prizes, fun for the whole family!
Much too much to mention - see flyer for details and to register.
Attendance is free, but see flyer about entering contests.

Claudia Dalton-Director, claudia.dalton@esd112.org
360-750-7500 ext. 139
Foster Grandparent Program: http://www.esd112.org/

Flyer.Registration Form: http://www.esd112.org/fostergrandparent/funday.html

Dogs Allowed

2007-05-12 :: Ross Membership Drive ::.

Membership Drive at Ross, from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Contact jeanh@clarkdogpaw.org for details.

Dogs Allowed.

2007-05-05 :: Walk/Run for the Animals ::.

Join the DOGPAWPack in the 16th Annual Walk/Run for the Animals to benefit southwesthumane.org.

Saturday, May 5th, Esther Short Park from 7:30am to Noon for Fun in the Park

7:30am ~ Open Registration, Behind the Stage, at Pack Registration.
8:30am ~ Meet for DOGPAWPack Photo at Playground.
8:45am ~ 5k Fun Run Begins at Bell Tower.
8:45am ~ Walk - 1.5 & 3 Mile Walks Begin at Playground.

Bring your Dog and Walk Together with the DOGPAWPack!

Some 1,500 people and their 700 dogs, tortoises, ponies, a rat, and more come to support their furry friends each year.
Join the fun, register and/or donate with the DOGPAWPack, and raise vital funds for the shelter!

What's happening? Walking, running, vendors, Microchiping, treats, Clicker training, filming, Pet Contests, etc!

Go to the DOGPAWPack official site to donate. Contact kathleenh@clarkdogpaw.org for details.

Any checks should be written to HSSW and presented to Kathleen, prior to the open registration date.

Dogs Allowed.

2007-04-21 :: NW Pet & Companion Fair ::.

Northwest Pet & Companion Fair: http://www.petfairs.com/
2007-04-21 to 2007-04-22 from 09:30:00 to 18:00:00
Portland Exposition Center – E Hall
2060 N. Marine Drive, Portland, Oregon 97217

Exhibits, Displays, Demonstrations, Pet Information, Entertainment, Activities, New Products, Pet Adoptions. Go to petfairs.com for admissions, vendor listings, and more details.

Patrick Dinan-Show Coordinator, pat@petfairs.com
503.287.7541

Dogs Allowed

2007-04-01 :: Pacific Work Party ::.

Dogpark users,

On Sunday, April 1st at 10am we will be having a work party at Pacific
Park. bring wheelbarrows, rakes and shovels to help distribute wood chips.

For details, contact Julie Mills and Pam Goe, Pacific site managers

2007-03-24 :: Pet Appreciation Day ::.

March 24, 2007, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Vancouver Farmers Market Pet Appreciation Day at 505 West 8th St, Vanc. WA 98660
Celebration with our best friends!

Gift drawings hourly
Southwest Washington Humane Society
Woodin You (dog and cat bowls)
twisted biscuit
Raining Cats and Dogs
Two Bricks Short (custom pet memorials)
Vancouver Police dept.
DOGPAW-Dog Owners Group for Park Access in Washington
Hourly Guest Speakers including Doggone Safe Presentation (dog and kid safety)

<<< More details available at Vancouver Farmers Market, under "Upcoming Events" >>>

2007-03-24 :: Howl At The Moon Spring Pet Portrait ::.

Howl At The Moon is proud to announce a Spring pet photo opportunity with Aubren Scofield of Graphic Expression Photography. Aubren was here for holiday pet photos for the Humane Society and did an outstanding job! If you would like to see some of what she did with my dogs, stop by Howl At The Moon and I will be happy to show you!

For $20 you will be mailed a disc with at least 12 pictures to do with as you please.

Saturday, March 24th, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Call if you would like a reservation, although no reservation is required.

We are also asking you to bring a donation of pet food for the Animeals program sponsored by Second Chance Companions..

"Animeals is one service provided by Second Chance Companions to seniors, disabled and needy individuals in Clark County Washington. We distribute pet food free of charge to Meals on Wheels recipients, individuals in assisted living and senior facilities and area food banks. This enables individuals to keep their companion animals, providing a special quality to their lives and saving their pets from an uncertain fate."

For more information on Animeals: www.sccpets.com

Howl At The Moon: www.howl-at-the-moon.com
Terry Johnson, 360-891-1935, 13501 NE 84th Street, Suite 105, Vancouver, Washington 98682

2007-03-24 :: HSSW Microchip Clinic ::.

Microchip Clinic
by the Humane Society for Southwest Washington
2007-03-24 from 10:00:00 to 15:00:00
Your $25 donation to the Humane Society for Southwest Washington gets your pet a registered microchip.

Come get your dogs chipped and support the Humane Society!

All Natural Pet Supply: http://all-natural-pet-supply.com/
10501 NE Highway 99,Suite 49, Vancouver, WA 98686
Mary Lactaoen, info@all-natural-pet-supply.com
360-573-0667

Dogs Allowed

2007-03-15 :: Fundraising Membership Commitee Meeting ::.

Fundraising Membership Commitee Meeting
Thursday, March 15, 2007, 7:00 pm
Clark Public Utilities on 8600 NE 117th
contact juliem at clarkdogpaw.org for details

2007-03-10 :: Pacific Membership Drive ::.

Membership Drive at Pacific from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Contact jeanh@clarkdogpaw.org for details.

2007-02-12 :: Fireside Chat ::.

Fireside Chat - Zen Dog Sitting
7101 NW 25th Ave
Monday, February 12, 2007 from 7-9pm for $12.
See firesidechat.pdf for registration form and details.

2007-02-11 :: Pacific Workday ::.

Workday at Pacific, just one of a few workdays, contact juliem at clarkdogpaw.org for more details.

2007-02-03 :: The Wurstminster Dog Show ::.

Art/Dog show A benefit for Dove Lewis!
Saturday, February 3, 2007, from 6-10PM.
Cleaners-ACE Hotel, 403 SW 10th.
Poster - wurstminsterposter.pdf.

2007-02-01 :: DOGPAW General Meeting ::.

Why
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT UPCOMING DOGPAW MEETING

Wondering what's up with off-leash parks in Clark County?

* As a member of DOGPAW, you are invited to our annual general meeting.
* Speak to parks officials about your vision for off-leash areas.
* Learn about the plans for Pacific Park and find out how you can get involved.
* Be among the first to hear about a new site being planned.

What
DOGPAW General Meeting

When
Thursday, February 1, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Where
Clark County Fire District 5 Northwest Regional Training Center
Rainier Room
11606 NE 66th Circle, Suite 103, Vancouver
(For a map go to:http://www.nwrtc.org/images/graphics/map.jpg)

Who
What is DOGPAW?

In October 2004, Dog Owners Group for Park Access in Washington (DOGPAW) registered with the state as a non-profit organization.

DOGPAW's stated mission: To work with dog owners and the community at large to promote awareness, acceptance and availability of off- leash areas in Clark County.

Since the city and county governments have made it clear that there is no money for off-leash areas, one of our most important jobs will be to raise money to build and maintain safe sites in our communities.

Please help by joining DOGPAW and making a donation. Visit us on the web at http://www.clarkdogpaw.org.

2007-01-27 :: SCC Runway Placement Fashion Show ::.

You are cordially invited to Vancouver/Portland's Premiere Fashion Event.

This show: The Runway Placement Fashion Show is benefiting Second Chance Companions, a non-profit (501c) group finding homes for animals through their adoption and referral programs. They have served the Clark County area and Portland Metro since 1993.

We would love to have you come out and support one or both of these great shows - all to help the animals! So please read below and if you feel you can help us spread the word by inviting your friends and family on your email list. Please forward.

This event is a high end show with designer clothes and local boutiques professionally produced. Z100 Portland's #1 Radio Station is supporting the show with on-air promo spots and sending drive time DJ -Chase to host the evening show. The show is set to be broadcast at a later date on local cable.

VENUE: The Nile - 516 SE Chkalov DR Vancouver, WA 98684 - At the south end of the Mill Plain Fred Meyer parking lot - I-205 and Mill Plain Blvd, Exit East.

WHEN: January 27th 2007 THIS Saturday

TIMES: Family Show - 2pm food and beverages will be for sale - models age 8 -and up

Over 21 Show - 7:30pm - food and alcohol will be for sale - models age 18- and up

WEAR: Dress Nicely.

TICKETS: Pre-sale on now call 360-944-1704 with credit card, tickets will be held at will call. $20 each. Ask about group discounts. At the door: $25. Cash and credit cards accepted. Personal check? Please call first.

There will also be a silent auction with great items and a 50/50 Raffle. Brought to you by Runway Placement and Sponsored by Celebrity Spa Services.

With Designers and Boutiques: Design with Joy, Li Bijou, Deja Vu, Lilies of the Field, Lucia Apparel, Savvy Frills, Purely Alpaca, Little Bo-Tique, Nora Catherine Jewelry

Many local business owners have shown their support by donating to the auction.

For more info, please call Hollie Olson @ 360-944-1704

2007-01-20 :: X-mas Tree Recycling Chip & Spread ::.

Important information - same message as 2007-01-06 in pdf format. xmastree2007.pdf

2007-01-06 :: X-mas Tree Recycling Drop-off ::.

LOOKING FOR WORKERS

On Saturday January 6th the Boy scouts will once again drop off Christmas trees at ROSS. We need help to unload and pile the trees between the hours of 9 and 3.

On Saturday January 20th we will be chipping the trees and spreading the chips on both the upper and lower levels of ROSS. This day will require many workers with wheelbarrows, shovels and rakes. If anyone has a large chipper this would also be greatly appreciated.

We are grateful to our local Boy Scout group for the opportunity to have the trees and look forward to once again enjoying the fresh smell and less mud at ROSS.

Please email or call your site manager to let us know what time you will be available to work on either of the above dates.

Also, VERY IMPORTANT, for the safety of our dogs, beginning on Saturday 20th and continuing until all the chips are spread, ROSS WILL BE CLOSED to all dogs. With enough workers we hope to be closed for only one day.

To arrange your work time please contact Patricia Weinkauf at Clarkbarkpark at aol.com or call 992-1692.

There will be a $5.00 fee for all trees dropped off by individuals.

2006-11-18 :: DOGPAW Holiday 2006 ::.

FCC Holiday Bazaar, November 11th, 9:00am to 4:00pm Firstenburg - 700 NE 136th Ave.
MCC Santa's Elves Bazaar, November 18th, 9:00am to 3:00pm. Marshall/Luepke - 100 E McLoughlin Blvd.
DOGPAW Calendar & Cookbook
<<<<< Go to Holiday 2006 for more details. >>>>>
Vendors please use this form on pg 4 of this flyer.
Please, print and share the above flyer.
click to view image

2006-11-11 :: DOGPAW Holiday 2006 ::.

FCC Holiday Bazaar, November 11th, 9:00am to 4:00pm Firstenburg - 700 NE 136th Ave.
MCC Santa's Elves Bazaar, November 18th, 9:00am to 3:00pm. Marshall/Luepke - 100 E McLoughlin Blvd.
DOGPAW Calendar & Cookbook
Go to Holiday 2006 for more details.
Vendors please use this form.
Please, print and share this flyer
click to view image

2006-10-28 :: Dogtoberfest ::.

Don't miss the fun!
Many vendors & events from 10:00am to 3:00pm.
Vendors please use this form.
Please, print and share this flyer
click to view image

Special thanks to these generous donors:

A Dogs Life

Autumn Arbor Care

Castor and Pollux Pet Works

City Dog Wash

Columbia Harley Davidson

Cynthia Whaley

Doodle Bug Duds

English estates winery

Great Clips in Heritage Market Center

IQ Credit Union

Lexi Dog

Nanny911 for Dogs

Pacific Continental Bank

Rebas Healthy Gourmet Doggy Treats

Rose's Restaurant and Bakery

Safeway

Sewing Ventures

Snooks Pet Products

The Golden Dog Grooming

Trader Joes

U Clean Pet Wash East county

Wilco Farm Stores

Wild Oats

Woodin You

2006-09-16 :: DOGPAW Membership Drive ::.

We are looking for volunteers to help out at the upcoming membership drive.

The two hour shifts will be starting at 8am going till 6pm.

Dogpaw is still getting the word out to the large numbers of people who use Pacific of the importance of being part of the growing movement of dog owners.

Parks and Recs department has advised us that they put the bid out again for the construction project at Pacific and expect that work will begin no later than March 2007.

Dogpaw is working hard on developing other locations that could be used for off leash.

Please let me know if you would like to help out at the membership drive on Sept 16th.

thanks, Pam

2006-09-16 :: Katrina Splash for Cash ::.

2nd Annual Katrina "Splash for cash".
Horseshoe lake in Woodland, WA, during their Harvest Days Festival Sept. 16-17
Professional trainers from as far away as Wisconsin to San Diego, CA
See more about this at, nwairdogs.com
Bryan Miller
click to view image

2006-09-09 :: 10TH ANNUAL COLUMBIA CUP ::.

10TH ANNUAL COLUMBIA CUP
DOG AGILITY TRIAL

Where: Clark County Fairgrounds 1-5 at 179th St Exit
When: Saturday & Sunday Sept 9 & 10 Beginning at 8:00 am
Why: FUN-- FUN-- FUN
Take the west gate into Fairgrounds, follow signs to parking.
Free Admission, Free Parking, Free Fun

2006-09-07 :: VCPR Community Input ::.

YOU ARE INVITED TO COMMENT ON THE

DRAFT VANCOUVER-CLARK PARKS, RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE PLAN

Reflecting Your Vision. Planning for the Future.
The Vancouver-Clark Parks and Recreation Department is in the process of updating the Vancouver-Clark Comprehensive Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan. Initiated in fall 2005, this Comprehensive Plan establishes a road map for providing high quality, community-driven parks, trails, open space and recreation facilities throughout Vancouver and greater Clark County. The informational handout attached provides a summary of the main goals, principles, and projects envisioned in the Plan.
The Draft Comprehensive Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan is now available for public review and comment. All residents of Clark County, including those living in incorporated cities, are encouraged to review the Draft Plan and provide their ideas, comments, and suggestions. Public input is critical to determine whether the Plan accurately reflects the types of facilities, programs, and outdoor experiences that are most important to residents.
Explore & Comment Online: The Draft Plan, informational handouts and a comment form are all available on the Department�s website at www.vanclarkparks-rec.org.
Visit a Community Open House. The Department has also scheduled three public open houses at locations throughout the county.
Thursday, September 7th: Gaiser Middle School, 3000 NE 99th Street (5:30 to 8 p.m.)
Wednesday, September 13th: Firstenburg Community Center, 700 N.E. 136th Avenue (6:30 to 8:30 p.m.)
Thursday, September 14th: Pleasant Valley Middle School, 14320 NE 50th Ave (5:30 to 8 p.m.)
For more information, contact Michelle Kunec at (360) 619-1144 or visit the Vancouver-Clark Parks and Recreation website at www.vanclarkparks-rec.org.
Please feel free to distribute this email and the attached informational flyer to anyone who might be interested in the future of parks and recreation in Clark County.
Thanks!
Michelle Kunec, Project Manager
handoutemail_8_26.pdf
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Michelle Kunec
Park Planner/Project Manager
Vancouver-Clark Parks and Recreation
610 Esther Street
Vancouver, WA 98668
(360) 619.1144

2006-07-29 :: Dog and Cat Adoption Day (Benefits SCC) ::.

Second Chance Companions presents Dog and Cat Adoption day.

When: July 29th, 2006 10am - 3pm

Where: Happy Tails Dog Wash
8056 E. Mill Plain Blvd
Vancouver, WA 98664
(1/2 mile west of SW Washington Medical Center)

Bring in a pet food donation and receive $2 off full-service and self- service grooming.

Nail Clippings $5. (Proceeds go to Second Chance Companions)

Click the link below to see the flyer with map
Flyer with Map

2006-06-24 :: Dog Days of Summer ::.

Saturday, June 24th, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at Ross Off-leash Dog Park. Free Admission - Prizes & Contests - Dogs Welcome! Share this flyer or this updated flyer#2.

Please visit participating vendors:
Paw's down, Natural Pet NW, A Dog's life
Dog Mom Dog Designs, SW Washington Humane Society, Expert House Mortgage
Pet People's Connection, Animal Control, Howl at the Moon
Ocean Child's, Emergency Vet, Nice Dreams Pet and House Sitting
Happy Tails Dog Wash, Shure Pets, All Natural Pets, Camp Good Puppy

Those donating prizes:
Frito Lay, Beaches, Weiner schnitzel
Heritage Subway, Second Chance Companions, Crosley Lanes
Hazel Dell Lanes, Frankos Pet Salon, Susies Country Inn
Great Clips Padden East, Hooters, Ambien
Dirty Dog Gone Dog Wash, Doris Benedict/Coldwell Banker Barbara Sue Seal Properties
Akzo Nobel Coatings Inc, Natural Pet, Starbucks
Nancy Bott, Shure Pets, Main Street Day Spa

So, you want to be a vendor? Use this letter and form.

2006-06-22 :: Ross Cleanup ::.

Thursday, June 22nd, 6:00 pm at Ross Off-leash Dog Park.
Bring your weed wacker, shovel, pooper scooper, etc. We're cleaning up for our Dog Days of Summer event on the 24th.
Want to volunteer and/or vendor at this event? Contact Julie at 360-944-1778 or juliem@clarkdogpaw.org.

2006-05-11 :: Finalize Dog Days ::.

finalize the agenda for "Dog Days" Thursday, May 11th at 7:00. Contact me for directions. We need volunteers & prizes. Thank you millsmj@comcast.net

2006-05-06 :: Walk for the Animals ::.

15th Annual Walk for the Animals to Benefit www.southwesthumane.org.
Saturday, May 6, 2006 - rain or shine.
9:30am to 1:00pm at Esther Short Park - W Columbia St & 8th St.

Support or walk with the DOGPAW Pack. Donors and walkers submit this query.
Pets on leashes are welcome!.

2006-04-27 :: Event Planning Commitee Meeting ::.

Meeting at 7pm
Contact juliem@clarkdogpaw.org for more information.

2006-04-22 :: NW Pet & Competition Fair ::.

Saturday 9:30am - 6:00pm & Sunday 9:30am - 5:00pm
Portland Expo Center

2006-04-15 :: Wood Chip Spread ::.

9AM at Pacific Park, Bring Tools

2006-04-08 :: 1st Annual Public Health Family Walk ::.

Click here for 1st Annual Public Health Family Walk Flyer - FREE Event!

Saturday, April 8, 2006, 10AM-12:30PM (Check-In: 10AM-11AM)
Washington State University,14204 NE Salmon Creek Ave

FREE walking packs for the first 100 walkers & dogs on leashes are welcome for this walk!
FREE Walkaround Guides too!

2006-04-06 :: Trail/Bikeway Signing Ceremony ::.

Click here for Signing of Trail/Bikeway Plan Flyer - FREE Event.

Port of Vancouver's Dock/Amphitheater next to Red Lion Inn at the Quay.
Thurday, April 6th, 2006 11am (Luncheon Noon to 1:30pm).
Lewis & Clark "Journey Home" Luncheon ($30) by Registration with Chamber of Commerce.

Giving away 200 Commemorative 1st edition Walkaround Guides!

2006-03-29 :: DOGPAW Membership Meeting ::.

On March 29th at 7pm, Dogpaw will be having our first annual membership meeting at the Clark Public Utilities Building at 1200 Ft. Vancouver Way.

This is an opportunity to meet the Dogpaw board members and learn more about the off leash effort in our community. A Parks and Rec department planner will be there to get information from dog owners about what we want to see in public parks.

March 29th
7:00PM
Clark Public Utilities
1200 Ft. Vancouver Way

2006-03-15 :: First Greater Clarks Parks Ground Breaking ::.

The public is invited to help the Board of County Commissioners and Vancouver-Clark Parks and Recreation celebrate the start of construction on Pacific Community Park in east Clark County at 4 p.m. on March 15. This 56-acre park is located on the south side of NE 18th Street, between NE 164th and NE 172nd avenues, and is the first community park to start construction as part of the new Greater Clark Parks District.

The event will feature brief comments from the Board of County Commissioners, Parks and Recreation Advisory Commissioners, Vancouver-Clark Parks and Recreation Director David Judd, and Clark County DOGPAW Chair Pam Goe prior to the official groundbreaking ceremony. Children and friendly dogs are welcome to attend, and light refreshments will be provided. The event will take place inside the park just north of the entrance at the corner of NE 164th Avenue and NE 15th Street. On-street parking will be available along NE 164th Avenue and NE 15th Street.

Once construction is complete, Pacific Community Park will feature:
Play areas
Ball fields
A 10,000 square foot Extreme Sports Park for skateboarders, BMX riders,
and in-line skaters
A fenced 8-acre off-leash area for dogs
Trails
Restrooms
Picnic shelters
Parking
Landscaping

The Pacific Community Park construction contract is scheduled to be awarded to a contractor on March 7, with work starting on or after March 15. Weather permitting, construction is tentatively scheduled to be complete in spring 2007. In preparation for the start of construction, the existing off-leash area was relocated to a four-acre area in the southwest corner of the park on March 1. This temporary off-leash area will be available throughout construction.

For more information about the groundbreaking event or the Greater Clark Parks District projects, call 619-1141, or visit this Web page: www.vanclarkparks-rec.org.

Contacts: Lisa Goorjian, Project Manager, 360-619-1134, or
Jilayne Jordan, Public Information Officer, 360-619-1141

DOGPAW hope as many of you can come as possible and be sure to have dogs on leash since fence on 164th will be down for this event.

2006-03-09 :: Parks & Recs Workshop ::.

Vancouver-Clark Parks & Recs needs your input!

Vancouver-Clark Parks & Recreation is updating its Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan. This Plan will serve as a roadmap for Parks & Recreation and will help guide our decisions for the next six years. We need your help to determine the types of facilities, amenities, and outdoor experiences most important to you and your family, so our parks and recreation programs accurately refl ect the needs and values of our citizens.

Bring your ideas. Help shape the future of parks and recreation your community.

Thursday, March 9th
Battle Ground City Hall
109 S.W. 1st Street, Battle Ground

Visit the Official Parks & Recs Page for this event.

2006-03-06 :: Parks & Recs Workshop ::.

Vancouver-Clark Parks & Recs needs your input!

Vancouver-Clark Parks & Recreation is updating its Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan. This Plan will serve as a roadmap for Parks & Recreation and will help guide our decisions for the next six years. We need your help to determine the types of facilities, amenities, and outdoor experiences most important to you and your family, so our parks and recreation programs accurately refl ect the needs and values of our citizens.

Bring your ideas. Help shape the future of parks and recreation your community.

Monday, March 6th
Washougal Community Center
1681 C Street, Washougal
(between City Hall and the Library)

Visit the Official Parks & Recs Page for this event.

2006-03-04 :: Member Drive & Cleanup ::.

DEAR DOGPAW SUPPORTERS
We need your help!

As you may or may not know, by the end of February and through the remaining construction phase of the park, we will be reduced to using only 4 acres in the SW corner of Pacific.

More than ever before, it is imperative that people currently enjoying this park, join Dogpaw now so that we may have a stronger voice!

Here's how you can help:

Dogpaw will be holding a Membership drive and park cleanup on Saturday March 4, 7:00am to 4:00pm. We are looking for volunteers to help us clean up our area of Pacific Park and to help us to get the message out to other park users about the importance of joining Dogpaw by working a shift at our membership booth. Each shift is 2 hours. If you can work more than one shift, GREAT!

When you're at the park, either park, talk with others about the importance of joining Dogpaw and making their voices hear. You will be surprised at how many people still think that both parks are operated and funded by the City, County or even BPA!

Wear your Dogpaw hat so people will approach you and ask about Dogpaw. We will be selling hats at this membership drive or contact me at the email address below if you would like to purchase a hat. Remember, as with everything else, 100% of Dogpaw profits go to support off-leash dog parks in Clark County.

Ask people you meet at the park if they are Dogpaw members as they may be new to the area and unaware of how our parks are funded. You can direct them to Dopaw's website www.clarkdogpaw.org or to the brochures at the Kiosks.

If you are able to help out on March 4, please respond to this email with which shift(s) or time you are available.

Thank you for supporting off leash dog park!

Debbie Shelley
Dogpaw Board of Directors
debras@clarkdogpaw.org

2006-03-02 :: Parks & Recs Workshop ::.

Vancouver-Clark Parks & Recs needs your input!

Vancouver-Clark Parks & Recreation is updating its Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan. This Plan will serve as a roadmap for Parks & Recreation and will help guide our decisions for the next six years. We need your help to determine the types of facilities, amenities, and outdoor experiences most important to you and your family, so our parks and recreation programs accurately refl ect the needs and values of our citizens.

Bring your ideas. Help shape the future of parks and recreation your community.

Thursday, March 2nd
Firstenburg Community Center
700 N.E. 136th Ave, Vancouver

Visit the Official Parks & Recs Page for this event.

2006-03-01 :: Parks & Recs Workshop ::.

Vancouver-Clark Parks & Recs needs your input!

Vancouver-Clark Parks & Recreation is updating its Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan. This Plan will serve as a roadmap for Parks & Recreation and will help guide our decisions for the next six years. We need your help to determine the types of facilities, amenities, and outdoor experiences most important to you and your family, so our parks and recreation programs accurately refl ect the needs and values of our citizens.

Bring your ideas. Help shape the future of parks and recreation your community.

Wednesday, March 1st
Luepke Center
1009 E. McLoughlin, Vancouver
(next to the Marshall Community Center)

Visit the Official Parks & Recs Page for this event.

2006-02-28 :: Parks & Recs Workshop ::.

Vancouver-Clark Parks & Recs needs your input!

Vancouver-Clark Parks & Recreation is updating its Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan. This Plan will serve as a roadmap for Parks & Recreation and will help guide our decisions for the next six years. We need your help to determine the types of facilities, amenities, and outdoor experiences most important to you and your family, so our parks and recreation programs accurately refl ect the needs and values of our citizens.

Bring your ideas. Help shape the future of parks and recreation your community.

Tuesday, February 28th
Alki Middle School
1800 NW Bliss Rd, Vancouver
(next to the Sky View High School)

Visit the Official Parks & Recs Page for this event.

2006-01-01 :: Membership Drive ::.

On Dec 31 and Jan 1st from 10-3, we will be at the Ross Dogpark to inform people about the funding of Ross OLA and provide information on membership to Dogpaw.

*Note: Only DOGPAW will be out. No other vendors will be there.

2005-11-05 :: Great balls of fur 2005 ::.

Second Chance Companions presents

Great balls of fur 2005

Saturday, November 5, 2005
5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Masonic center
2500 n.e. 78th street

M.C.’s: Helen Raptis (AM NW) & Dave Schmitke (Mr. Fixit)

Nostalgic musical entertainment: Tony Madrigal
Auctioneer: Vernonia Bill

The evening will include:

Light dinner (heavy appetizers), soft drinks, coffee and dessert
No host bar will be provided
Music by Tony Madrigal and dancing to old favorites!
Live Auction with Vernonia Bill! … bring your check book!!
Silent Auction … bring pockets full of money!!!
Raffle prize drawings all evening
Door Prizes!

Ticket price: $20 per person Available from any SCC volunteer or call Susan Friend @ 694-5151

It’s One for the Money … be saving your money to bid, bid, bid
· Two for the Show … buy your ticket for the fall fundraiser & raffle tickets
· · Three to get Ready … think about the gifts (Christmas etc.) you need to buy
· · · Now go, Cat, go … (you dogs too!)

501(c)(3) compliant

All proceeds benefit the animals

2005-10-15 :: Dogtoberfest ::.

It's Dogtoberfest!

October 15th
10am - 3pm

2005-09-13 :: Hockinson Public Hearing ::.

Hockinson / China Ditch Park
Public Hearing Including Public Testimony
Sept 13th at 10am
Board's hearing room - 1300 Franklin, 6th floor.

2005-08-13 :: 1st Annual Doggie Paddle ::.

1st Annual Doggie Paddle
Saturday, August 13, 2005

Location: Hough Pool
1801 Esther Street Vancouver, WA 98660
COST: $6 single dog $8 for multiple household dogs
Benefits the SWW Humane Society and the Hough Foundation.

Times:
9am to 11am large dogs (50 lbs - over)
11am to 1 pm medium dogs (25 to 49 lbs)
1 pm to 3pm small dogs (24 lbs and under)

Water will be Chlorine Free

Vendors on site

Agility and fun games on site

Barbecue on site

RAFFLE

After the Dog Swim the pool will be completely drained and filled with clean water. Clean water will meet all Health Department Standards for human swimming.

Be sure to stop by the DOGPAW table!

For more information call the Humane Society at 360.693.4746 or the Hough Pool at 360.696.8245

2005-07-09 :: GRAND OPENING ::.

Ross Off-Leash Dog Recreation Area
Dedication and Celebration - 8 am to noon

Join us for a celebration and dedication of Clark County's new off-leash area for dogs.
**Humane Society microchipping at reduced price
**Vendors and doggie care experts
**Goodies for humans and canines
**Formal dedication and ribbon cutting at 10 am with Vancouver Mayor Royce Pollard and BPA Senior VP for Transmission Vickie VanZandt

We still need volunteers. Can you help hand out flyers, make "people treats" for our bake sale and/or help at the booths selling? Contact Nancy Macklin, DOGPAW Site Development Chair

2005-06-23 :: Hockinson Public Meeting ::.

Vancouver-Clark Parks and Recreation Department ...needs your help planning for a new community park.

The Vancouver-Clark Parks and Recreation Department Advisory Commission has scheduled a public forum for neighbors, sports groups, and other interested parties to provide an additional opportunity for testimony regarding the proposed park project. The forum is sponsored by the citizen volunteer members of the VCPR Advisory Commission, which is advisory to the Clark County Board of Commissioners.

VCPR staff would be available to answer questions if needed, but no formal presentation is scheduled. A fourth public meeting will be held in July.

Thursday, June 23, 2005
7:00 p.m. at Clark PUD Community Room
8600 NE 117th Avenue

For additional information please contact:
Jim Sandlin
Vancouver-Clark Parks and Recreation Department
PO Box 1995, Vancouver, Washington 98668
Phone: (360) 619-1118 Email: jim.sandlin@ci.vancouver.wa.us

2005-06-11 :: Dog Wash Fund Raiser ::.

Dog Wash Fund Raiser
June 11, noon to 4

"A Dogs Life" Doggy Daycare, 316 SE Hearthwood, Vancouver

$10.00 suggested donation per dog
There will be entertainment, pet demos, pet pictures, door prizes
Lemonade, hot-dogs, and pretzels
Lots of fun for the whole family

We still need volunteers, contact Julie Mills

2005-05-07 :: Walk For The Animals ::.

The SW Washington Humane Society's 14th Annual Walk for the Animals event is coming up!

Saturday, May 7, 2005
Esther Short Park in Vancouver, Washington
Registration opens at 8AM
Walk begins at 9AM
-RAIN OR SHINE-

Be sure to visit DOGPAW's booth while you are there!

2005-04-16 :: Membership Drive - Park Clean Up ::.

Sat. April 16 and Sun. April 17; 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. both days

Join DOGPAW and Starbucks at Pacific Park with your canine companions and several hundred of their very best friends.

** Get counted: We’re taking a tally of park users to show Parks and Rec how many tax-paying residents LOVE this off-leash paradise!!! This information is critical as we work to develop future sites.

** Sign up: Become a DOGPAW member and help us promote awareness, acceptance and availability of off-leash areas in Clark County.

** Pitch in: Dozens of DOGPAW and Starbucks volunteers will be cleaning up the park. If you missed picking up your dog’s doody a time or two, and you know you did, this is your chance to make things right. We need people for poop patrol and ambassadors to staff the front gate; volunteer: email Kathleen Hansen or Raleigh Ledet.

** HAVE FUN: Enjoy Starbucks treats, extra daylight hours, people with similar interests, and the best dog camaraderie that Clark County has to offer.

Pacific Park is located at NE 18th St. and 162nd Ave.

Special thanks to Starbucks for supporting this event as part of the Make Your Mark program.

2005-02-17 :: China Ditch Open House ::.

There is an open house with Parks & Recs to discuss the master plan for the Hockinson / China Ditch Community Park. The Hockinson site is 240 acres located along NE 119th Street and NE 172nd Avenue.

Visit the Official Hockinson / China Ditch web site.

2004-11-17 :: DOGPAW Meeting ::.

There will be a general DOGPAW meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 16th.

When: Nov 16th
Where:
Christ Community Lutheran Church
11900 NE 95TH Street Suite 440.
Vancouver, WA 98682

2004-09-11 :: Columbia Cup Agility Trials ::.

COLUMBIA CUP AGILITY TRIALS
Saturday & Sunday 9/11-12
Starting at 8:00 am
Clark County Fairgrounds
West Gate (Equestrian Barn)
Free Parking-Free Admission-Free FUN
Come out and cheer for Patricia & Quinn

Second Chance Companions presents

Great balls of fur 2005

It's Dogtoberfest!

October 15th10am - 3pm

October 15th
10am - 3pm