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On Sat April 12 / 08 TVBC Inc. held their CKC approved Brace Trial at Napier, ON. Although it was raining we had a very good turn out of people and hounds. There was 8 - 13" little males and 9 - 15" big males and about 40 people. (men women and children) Everyone was commenting on how friendly and sportmanlike the atmosphere was around Thames Valley Beagle Club and how they enjoyed themselves and the other people there. On Sun morning April 13 / 08 it was snowing but turned into a beautiful day. We had 11 - 13" little females and 9 - 15" females for a total of 37 hounds for the weekend, 6 more than 2007. There was 45 to 50 people on the grounds for the day. Everyone enjoyed a very frienly sportmanlike day at Thames Valley Beagle Club. The winner of the 50-50 draw on Sat was Jim Barr and on Sun. it was Grant Chauvin's daughter.

The Thames Valley Beagle club was formed in 1939. It is one of the oldest established clubs serving the sport of Beagling in Canada. In 1959 they purchased eighty seven acres of land near the Hamlet of Napier Ont. This beautiful rolling land is bordered by the Sydenham River. Its winding creeks, thorn tree cover, and planted pines make it a true haven for all types of wildlife. After much hard work by members over the years, the grounds now consists of well groomed paths, a clubhouse, camping area, kennels etc.

Although the prime purpose of the property is the running of field trials and dog training it also lends itself to other activities. Such as hiking, bird watching, fishing, canoeing, tobogganing, and cross country skiing. Motorized vehicles are not permitted. The sport of Beagling along with the many other activities that can be enjoyed make membership in the club something for the whole family. Come join us for a day or weekend as a Beagler or just a friend of nature.