Rapid NAVHDA

Rapid NAVHDA Chapter · 2026 Season

Tests &
Clinics

Official NAVHDA tests and member training clinics hosted by the Rapid City chapter.

NANatural Ability — for dogs 16 months and under
GDTGun Dog Test — intermediate versatility evaluation
UTUtility Test — highest level of NAVHDA testing

July 2026

Inaugural Season
NA

Natural Ability

Registration Open

Test Dates

July 17–18, 2026

Location

Piedmont, SD

The Barn Training Grounds — 16220 Spring Valley Rd

Registration Deadline

July 1, 2026

Entry Fee

$250 per dog

Our inaugural chapter test. Dogs must be 16 months or younger on the first day of the test. Judges TBD.

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GDT

Gun Dog Test

Registration Open

Test Dates

July 17–18, 2026

Location

Piedmont, SD

The Barn Training Grounds — 16220 Spring Valley Rd

Registration Deadline

July 1, 2026

Entry Fee

$275 per dog

The GDT is a stepping stone between NA and UT — it does not require a passing NA score to enter, and scores do not carry over as prerequisites between levels.

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UT

Utility Test

Registration Open

Test Dates

July 18, 2026

Location

Piedmont, SD

The Barn Training Grounds — 16220 Spring Valley Rd

Registration Deadline

July 1, 2026

Entry Fee

$300 per dog

Held on the second day of the July test weekend. The UT evaluates fully trained versatile dogs. No passing GDT score is required to enter.

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How to Register

01

Verify Eligibility

Confirm your dog meets the age and breed requirements for the test level. NA requires dogs 16 months or younger. GDT and UT are open to eligible versatile breeds — no passing score from a prior level is required to enter.

02

Contact the Chapter

Email rapidnavhda@gmail.com with your dog's name, breed, date of birth, and the test level you're entering. Include your NAVHDA membership number if applicable.

03

Submit Entry Fee

Entry fees are due by the registration deadline. Payment instructions will be provided upon confirmation of your entry. Spots are limited.

Express Your Interest

Submit your entry details below and the chapter will follow up with payment instructions and confirmation.

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Payment

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Scan the QR code or tap the link below to send your payment via Venmo. Include your name and what you're paying for in the note.

Open Venmo — $250

After sending payment, click "Submit Entry" below to confirm your submission.

Spots are limited. Entry confirmed upon chapter review.

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