#1A002 (Open to all breeds) April 19-21, 2001 in Salem, IL
#1005 (Bloodhounds Only) May 17-19, 2001 in Salem, IL
#1006 (Bloodhounds Only) June 3-5, 2001 in Norwood, CO
#1007 (Bloodhounds Only) September  20-22, 2001 in Salem, IL

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Mantrailing I is the first in a series of four levels of professional training courses conducted by Jack Shuler Mantrailing Training Academy.

This basic, 24-hour, three-day course is for handlers and dogs that have little or no experience in mantrailing. 

Twenty hours of fieldwork provides handlers with one-on-one training with professional instructors.  Learn correct starting procedures, proven training techniques, lead handling, as well as how to read your dog’s signals.  Learn how to avoid common new-handler mistakes.   Four hours of classroom instruction includes, but is not limited to: Scent theory; scent articles; training techniques; training records; canine communication; physical conditioning; equipment and gear, and more. 

Mantrailing I provides beginning handlers and dogs with a solid foundation in mantrailing training.

Prerequisite: None

Target participant: Anyone interested in the mantrailing K-9 for law enforcement, Search and Rescue or sport mantrailing.

Requirements: A dog is not required for participation. Attendees are expected to be in capable physical condition to perform required field training assignments.

#2A001 (Open to all breeds) May 24-26, 2001 in Salem, IL
#2003 (Bloodhounds only) June 7-9, 2001 in Norwood, CO
#2004 (Bloodhounds only) September 27-29, 2001 in Salem, IL

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Mantrailing II is the second in the series of four levels of professional training courses conducted by Jack Shuler Mantrailing Training Academy.

This intermediate level, 24-hour, three-day course is directed towards the K-9 handler that has had some formal training and field experience. Mantrailing II offers four hours of classroom instruction which includes advanced scent theory; pool scent; scent discrimination; developing an ID; scent article collection and preservation; case records; and more. Field training exercises are tailored to the skill of the individual dog/handler teams participating.  Each team will gain proficiency at working older trails, negative trails, trails with multiple runners, pool scent conditions, scent discrimination problems, trail contamination, scent article collection and many other challenges.

Prerequisite: Mantrailing I.   Instructors may waive prerequisite when provided with verification of successful completion of an equivalent training seminar and adequate field experience.

Target participant: Those K-9 handlers whose primary interest is to work at the professional level in law enforcement, Search and Rescue or those desiring to excel in sport mantrailing.

Requirements: A dog is not required for participation. Attendees will be expected to be in strong physical condition to undertake the field training that will be held regardless of climatic conditions.

Mantrailing III

#3002  November 1-3, 2001 in Salem, IL

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Mantrailing III is the third in a series of four levels of training seminars conducted by Jack Shuler Mantrailing Training Academy.

This demanding, professional level 24 hour, three-day course is designed for the experienced K-9 handler that has had ample formal training and substantial field experience.

Classroom instruction includes: advanced handling and training techniques; vehicle trails; evidence collection and handling; K-9 first aid; land navigation; negative trails; case law; back-up team selection and function; crowd and media control; basic negotiation skills; sophisticated training aids such as Simunition®, video cameras and scenarios.  Field training is conducted under realistic conditions with an emphasis on problem solving.  Participants are required to work both urban and rural training scenarios from start to finish. Handlers will be responsible for managing pre-trail interviews, scent article collection; land navigation; crowd and media control; basic tactical movement and subject apprehension.  Numerous field exercises and training problems will challenge the professional handler to increase his/her preparedness to succeed at and survive actual call-outs.

Prerequisite: Mantrailing I & II, and approval of Instructors. Class size will be restricted, and participation in this course will be limited to the most serious and well-prepared dog/handler teams.

Target participant: The serious, professional, mantrailing K-9 handler whose primary interest is in the mantrailing K-9 as used for law enforcement. If space is available, consideration will be given to Search and Rescue personnel with sufficient, adequate documentation of prior training and field experience.

Requirements: A dog is required for participation. Attendees will be expected to be in superb physical condition to undertake the field training, which will be held regardless of climatic conditions.

#4002 Date and location to be announced

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The Extreme Bloodhound Training Camp is the fourth in a series of four levels of training courses conducted by Jack Shuler Mantrailing Training Academy.  This extremely demanding, professional level 40 hour, four day class is for the elite bloodhound and handler.  Only the most experienced and dedicated handlers will be accepted for this class.  Class size will be limited for the maximum amount of experience and instruction under realistic conditions.

Prerequisite: Mantrailing I, II, & III, and approval of Instructors.  Only serious resumes will be considered, as this camp is not your typical training seminar.

Target participant: The experienced, dedicated professional who wants to further his training and experience while being challenged to the maximum.  Priority will be given to law enforcement officers.  If space is available, consideration will be given to search and rescue personnel with adequate documentation of prior formal training and field experience.

Requirements: A bloodhound is required for participation.  Attendees will be expected to be in exceptional physical condition and must possess unlimited drive and determination.  This camp is not for the weak, whiney wannabe.

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This highly informative 8-hour course details the formation and operation of a tactical team that is designed to offer maximum protection for the police K-9 Unit during criminal mantrailing operations.

Not limited to classroom lecture, a large percentage of time will be spent in the field demonstrating team positions, practical team movement formations and immediate action drills. Training drills will be explained and practiced that will maintain a mission-ready degree of preparedness that will allow the Tactical K-9 Unit to be mobilized instantly. A superbly trained K-9 Tactical team is necessary to bring dangerous subjects into custody with the greatest efficiency possible, but without endangering the safety of the entire team nor the citizens they are sworn to protect.

Prerequisite: None

Target participant: Law enforcement officers that are K-9 handlers responsible for criminal mantrailing operations, as well as those officers serving as backup and support for the K-9.

Requirements: Dogs are not required for participation and will not be utilized in the training. Attendees will be expected to be in reasonably fit physical condition to undertake the field training that will be held regardless of climatic conditions.

Hosting Mantrailing Training Seminars For Your Organization

Jack Shuler Mantrailing Training Academy  is pleased to announce that our highly successful Mantrailing I, II, and III courses, as well as our Police K-9 Tactical Operation classes are available throughout the United States. Our assemblage of expert instructors are prepared to conduct the same 24 hour, three-day courses with your group or organization serving as host. Contact us by e-mail at host@jackshuler.com or by telephone at (618) 548-0303 for rates and information.

Lectures, Speaking Engagements, Or Small Group Instruction

Jack Shuler Mantrailing Training Academy   provides qualified speakers for various groups, seminars, or training exercises. Our custom designed presentations cover a wide variety of mantrailing training topics to help you meet your specific training goals. Contact us at program@jackshuler.com or via telephone at (618) 548-6254 for rates and information.

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