Pathfinder K9 SAR

Events

Pathfinder K9 SAR hosts and sponsors fundraising events throughout the year. Every entry directly supports our training, equipment, and deployments. Check back here for upcoming trials and community events.

Mission: Get That Title!

AKC Title Trials · Fundraiser

Saturday, October 17, 2026

Location has moved. This event is now at 3751 W Church Rd, Beecher, IL 60401 (a private residence) — not the Joliet address shown on the poster and premium list. The Fetch trial component has been cancelled due to the location change, but CGC, Trick Dog, and Farm Dog are still remaining. Please park on the grass when you enter so vehicles can get past the gate.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Location: NEW LOCATION — private residence
3751 W Church Rd, Beecher, IL 60401
Parking: When you enter, please park on the grass so vehicles can get past the gate.
Handler briefing: 8:30 am — runs start right after
Open to: All breeds. All levels. All welcome.
Entry fee: $25 per class

Titles Offered

Farm Dog Certified — 2 tests (dogs 9 months+)
Fetch — cancelled
Trick Dog — Novice, Intermediate, Advanced (dogs 4 months+)
CGC & CGCA — Canine Good Citizen & Advanced

Accept Your Mission — Enter by Mail

One premium list covers every test offered. Download it, print it, complete the entry form (one per dog) and the signed agreement, and mail both with your entry fee. Entries are accepted by mail only — no phone, fax, or email entries.

Download Premium List & Entry Form (PDF)

Pre-entry deadline: Friday, October 9, 2026, 5:00 pm CST
Day-of-show entries permitted if space allows

Entry fee: $25 per test (includes $3.50 AKC recording fee)
CGC & Tricks discount: 1 test $25, 2 tests $40, 3+ tests $10 each

Checks payable to: Pathfinder K9 SAR
No refunds after October 9, 2026, 5:00 pm

Mail to: Ross Durrer, Event Secretary
11101 S Avenue M, Chicago, IL 60617

Questions? Contact the Event Secretary at compass@pathfinderk9sar.org.

All proceeds benefit Pathfinder K9 SAR, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.