August 7-9, 2026 • Purina Farms • Gray Summit, MO
A late-summer gathering for Collie people who value education and connection
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Highlights:
Bill Shelton – “Building a Family”
A thoughtful look at long-term vision, consistency, and the legacy behind great breeding programs.
Matt Stelter -“Mind-Reading Master Breeders”
Every breeder has dreams. Most never achieve them. But what separates the master breeder who achieves their vision from all those who never get there?
Carrie Lenhart “You Be The Judge”
Explore new perspectives for experiencing Collies – and deepen your understanding of the process of evaluation.
Patricia Ochonski – “Collie Cuisine: Nourishing Your Best Friend”
Nestle ~ Purina – Nutrition & Technical Applications
Courtney & Lindsey Dowling – “Building a First Aid Kit”
What are the critical tools to prepare for emergencies?
Come hungry
Feast on knowledge and fellowship
Get something to take home
Seminar starts 3pm (CDT) Friday, Aug. 7 and concludes by 12pm (CDT) Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026. Light refreshments included with registration.
Seminar Registration: Pay Below
*CCA members: $75
*50 yr members free
*Juniors: $25 with paying adult
*Non CCA members: $100.00
We will NOT be live streaming this seminar.
*Questions can be directed to Carrie Lenhart . . email address: marnuscollies@gmail.com
Host Hotel information for CCA In The Summer 2026
Holiday Inn Saint Louis West at Six Flags by IHG
4901 Six Flags Road
Eureka, Missouri 63025.
It is 8.3 miles from Purina Farms.
To receive the group rate you must call the hotel directly at
800-782-8108 or 636-938-6661 (not booked online)
and ask for CCA Summer to receive the following special rates:
- Rate: $159.00 for the main hotel
- $139.00 for the annex
- $25.00 Pet Fee
- All reservations must be guaranteed to a valid credit card.
- The Block rates are from Thursday 8/6/2026 through Sunday 8/9/2026.
- Block rates remain available through 7/7/2026.
