General Policies
WANT TO PRACTICE HERDING ?
- In order to practice herding at Brigands, you will need to pass a written test and demonstrate your herding skills. Check out the “Herding Levels” for a description of the what would be required.
- Contact Nancy (nancy@BrigandsHideOut.com) if you are interested.
- Herding practice is available (after approval) throughout the day unless the facility is closed.
MISCELLANEOUS
- Only flat collars or regular chain collars permitted – NO Flexi-leads, prong collars, shock/electronic collars, halti collars, etc allowed on the premises.
- Dogs must be on leash (under control) at all times unless being shown, stock handling or otherwise working. Your dog may be friendly but other dogs may not be!
- Each person must have a signed waiver prior to participating in any event: practice, clinic, lessons, etc.
- Any damage to the property or neighboring properties (including livestock and plants) will be charged to the individual.
PARKING
- Parking for practice, classes and small clinics is allowed along the driveway on the east side of the barn.
- Parking for larger events, such as herding trials is in the gravel parking lot.
- Oversized vehicles, such as RVs and trailers need to park in the gravel parking lot.
- Do not block any gate, openings/doors to buildings or the dumpster (dumpster is emptied on Fridays).
- Park as close to the fence or the building as possible to keep driveways clear.
DRIVEWAYS
- The driveways are all single lanes.
- The driveway around the barns must be clear at all times for emergency vehicles.
- Cars are not allowed on any grassy area (along driveways, in trial arenas, etc).
- Drivers/cars entering the facility or heading toward the parking lot have the right-of-way. This means those exiting must back up to allow the other car to continue. Do not drive on the grass!
- Those leaving the parking lot area must yield to cars entering which means the driver must back up to the parking lot or to the wider area near the house.
- Any person who parks or drives on grass, pasture or lawn will be fined $50.
CLEAN-UP
- All individuals need to pick up after their dogs.
- There are garbage cans and pooper scoopers available throughout the facility.
- Make sure garbage cans have liners before using.