Northwest Fall Test
Northwest Chapter Fall Test
Northwest Fall Test
Coming to a test is a great way to see a Cesky Fousek in action, learn about our breeding and testing program, and determine if you would like to get a dog and become part of the action. Visitors are welcome to attend. If you are already a member, please consider attending and volunteering! Northwest Chapter fall tests are normally held the last weekend of August at the Ladd Marsh Wildlife Area near La Grande, Oregon. Spring testing is typically done in the adjoining Rocky Mountain Chapter at the end of March.
Test location: Ladd Marsh Wildlife Management Area, La Grande Oregon
45.253555, -117.953457
Pre-test training: Friday, August 28th, 2026
- training day will be held at the Minam Store, 72601 OR-82, Wallowa, OR 97885. This is a 45 minute drive from La Grande. Ladd Marsh is closed to the public Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Thursday, and Friday.
- Training/exposure day begins at 1:00 P.M.
Next Scheduled Test: August 29-30, 2026
Testing begins at 7:30 a.m. sharp, please arrive at to test site at 7 am.
Test Entries close: July 10th. Late entries will only be accepted if space is available.
Do you anticipate testing a dog? Please note the following:
Dogs are eligible for the Natural Ability Test from the age of 6 months up until and including the day they reach 16 months of age. Dogs over age may be entered for evaluation only. Dogs are eligible for the Intermediate Hunting Dog Test from 12 to 36 months of age. Dogs over 18 months of age are eligible for the Utility Field Test. Versatile hunting dogs other than Cesky Fouseks are eligible and welcome for all tests. Test rulebooks are available online at: ceskyfousekna.org/progeny-testing/
Test Chair: Grant Richie
Phone: 509-301-6422
Email: grant.minam@gmail.com
Applications and Payments: Please submit your test entries by July 10th. You may email the completed entry forms and a copy of your dog’s up-to-date Rabies and Parvo DHP/L vaccinations to grant.minam@gmail.com Please pay the entry fees by making out a check to “NW Chapter of CFNA” and bringing your check to the test, or mail it to:
Crystal Woodward
1702 Rucker Ave
Everett, WA 98201
Phone: 253-249-5005
Email: wethewoodwards@gmail.com
Payment for NW Test via ZELLE: cfna.northwest@gmail.com
VENMO @CrystalWoodward
(Download and open the downloaded form to enable user data entry)
*ALL DOGS AT THE TEST SITE MUST HAVE PROOF OF THE FOLLOWING VACCINATIONS: RABIES, PARVO/DHP/L
Test Fees
| Test Level | Test Fee* |
|---|---|
| NATURAL ABILITY | $120 |
| INTERMEDIATE H.D.T | $160 |
| UILITY F.T. | $160 |
*If you are not a member of CFNA, an additional fee of $10.00 will be charged.
Lodging
- Tent & RV sites available at Grande Hot Springs RV Resort 1 ½ miles from test site
- The Hampton Inn in La Grande, OR 10 miles from test site
- Super 8 in La Grande, OR 10 miles from test site
- America’s Best Value Sandman Inn in La Grande, OR 10 miles from test site
REMEMBER MOTEL ETIQUETTE: Do not leave your dog alone in motel room unless you are ABSOLUTELY certain it will be quiet. (If dog is left alone in motel room, it should always be in a crate.)
Meals
Lunches will be available on test days Saturday & Sunday for a cost $TBD/person.
Dinner and auction: Held at the Recreation Hall at the Grande Hot Springs RV Resort.
PLEASE REMEMBER-Cars kill dogs. Keep your dog on a leash at all times when in the vicinity of a road or driveway. Do not rely on a well-trained dog.
PLEASE NOTE: CFNA & Chapter are not responsible for injuries to persons or dogs at the test site. Field and water conditions may contain hidden objects that could cause injury as in any hunting activity.
