* Picture courtesy of Tom and Nancy Guisti -
this lovely Raku plaque was donated by them to this year's Health Auction
APRIL 24-29, 2017
Holiday Inn, Portland Airport
Portland, OR 97220
Holiday Inn, Portland Airport
Portland, OR 97220
The week is full of fun filled competitions, to include Berner working events such as sheep herding and draft:
There are photo contests, Health Auctions, Banquets, and great seminars held by the Berner U.
The BERNER UNIVERSITY is a two- day educational conference about the breed, including seminars and workshops taught by leading veterinary researchers, animal behaviorists and BMDCA members with specific expertise.
Bernese of all ages, shapes and sizes attend the event with the show cumulating with "Best in Show" being awarded on the last day of the event.
Last year's winner in Frankenmuth, MI was Marben's McChouffe v Ayehli, "Micki"
Owner(s): Tiggie Gerli and Fara Bushnell and Tami Luddeke
Breeder(s): Tiggie Gerli | Judge: Ms. Alisa A. Ebnet
Breeder(s): Tiggie Gerli | Judge: Ms. Alisa A. Ebnet
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| Schlappi (rt) and Smokie Bear(lft) - original Alpen Schatz Bernese - Telluride, Colorado 2003 |
Having founded our business with Schlappi, the original Alpen Schatz Bernese model of our signature Swiss Dog Collars, we would not miss this event for anything!
We LOVE our Bernese friends and fans - each year is another treasure for us to participate!
COME SHOP ALPEN SCHATZ!
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| Sue Beagly and Moby with his new Alpen Schatz Collar & Leash |
Besides our signature handcrafted Swiss Collars and Cowbells, check out some of the cool items we will have at the show this year:
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| Ruth Nielson modelling her sweet Swiss Retro Military Bag |
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| Cute NEW Alp-N-Rock Swiss Apparel Mireille modelling her trendy Alp N Rock Fleece |
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| Another cute Alp N Rock Tee |
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| Our Unique Swiss Watches - we many new styles this year! |
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| Michael O'Hara modelling his new Alpine Hat |
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| Classic Alpine Dirndl's |
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| Trendy Swiss Military Blanket Bags and POP Art Berner Tee's, Socks, Totes and Jewelry |
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| Alpen Schatzi's modelling their new Matterhorn Hats and Swiss Blanket Bags |
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| Our Handcarved Swiss Wooden Bernese and Cows, Puzzles and Yodeling Marmots |
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| Antique Swiss Bags with Alpine Adornments |
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| Stuffed Animals of all shapes and sizes |
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| We will have our Classics Trachtenschmuck (Alpine Pewter Jewelery) |
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| Bernese Books for Fun and Education |
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| Cute Alpine Hats and Outfits for Everyone! |
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| Overall, an Alpine Emporium of fine Alpine and Bernese Treasures |
Your Alpen Schatz Team!
