2011 Nationals
MAY 14-20, 2011
Purina Farms
Gray Summit, MO
The 2011 Nationals Will Be Held at the New Purina Event Center Which Opened Last September to Rave Reviews
The Event Center Is a State of the Art Climate Controlled Facility Designed Just for Dog Shows
The Main Exhibition Hall is 45,000 square feet and will be the site for our Agility, Obedience and Rally Trials and all Conformation Events. The Herding Trials will continue to be held outdoors at Purina’s Herding Arena.
We have indoor dedicated Grooming Areas in the Event Center, with most spaces in the Gateway Hall and a very limited number in the Great Hall. Reservations for grooming spaces opened January 15th and close April 15th.
Exhibitors will have access to handler changing areas, a dog bathing room and a dog water station. Free grooming tent with limited electricity will be available outside close to the Event Center.
All RV Parking spaces have 35 and 50 Amp electric, water and sewer connections, and free wireless internet. Rest rooms and showers are available in the Purina Service Center across from the RV lot. Reservations for RV spaces opened January 15th and close April 15th.
Food will be available at a Café conveniently located on the Event Center’s first level. Please note Purina does not allow exhibitors to bring their own food into the Event Center.
We will be holding the annual Membership Meeting and Judges Education Seminar in the Founder’s Room on the second level. The annual banquet and auction will continue to be at the Holiday Inn.
Join the USASA Board on Tuesday night in the Founder’s Room for “USASA Club Nite” – an evening of hospitality and interesting discussions. Complimentary food and beverages - we have arranged for a great hot and cold spread. Plus you will receive a gift with our new logo.
If you have questions, contact Sharon Parr, Chair – National Show Committee Email: gothamone@aol.com