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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Please circulate the following message as widely as appropriate.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> This year’s annual seminar of the National Association of Guide Dog Users and its annual meeting will be streamed live. To listen to the stream, please visit<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://nagdu.org">http://nagdu.org</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>and click on the link to the live stream. The stream will be available approximately 15 minutes prior to each session.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> The National Association of Guide Dog Users, a strong & proud division of the National Federation of the Blind, is excited to offer the most dynamic, informative events in the nation for guide dog users at our national convention in Orlando. Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Accessible360<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Mobile Vet Clinic of Brandon <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>On the Go Dog Gear by Julie Johnson<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Ray of Sunshine Empowerment Services LLC <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>RuffWear <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Texas Association of Guide Dog Users<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Veterinarian Emergency Clinics of Central Florida<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>NAGDU is offering some incredible programs for our members! through a live stream!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Tuesday, July 3, 2018 <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1:00 — 10:00 p.m. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>1:00 - 1:45 p.m. Registration. Registration is free & required to be eligible for door prizes! <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>2:00 — 3:30 p.m. Is My Dog in Crisis?<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>Lori Tilley, D.V.M.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>Veterinary Emergency Clinic of Central Florida<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> A board certified emergency veterinarian will share how to assess if your dog’s health issue is an emergency needing immediate attention. She will also give us tips on how to avoid a trip to the emergency clinic, as well as maintaining wellness, preventive care, grooming tips, and first aid.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>3:45 — 5:00 p.m. Advocacy and Access: Everyone has a Part to Play<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Calling Out Counterfeit Service Animals: The myth, the image, and the law<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Facilitator: Marion Gwizdala, President <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>National Association of Guide Dog Users <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> With the growing challenge of untrained dogs in public and the problems they create for legitimate guide & service dogs, we must be the voice of reason. Join us as we mobilize our division to solve the problem! This interactive program is a must for all guide dog users, those wishing to become better advocates for guide dog users and other disabled individuals, and public and private entities wanting to know their rights. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Dinner break<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>6:00 — 6:45 p.m. Registration – Registration is free & required to be eligible for door prizes!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>7:00 — 10:00 p.m. Living the Guide Dog User Life you want! <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>Part 1: Is It Time? The struggle of letting go.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'>Facilitator: Merry C. Schoch, LCSW<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:.5in'>The retirement or passing of our guide dogs is a very challenging time and one we will all eventually experience. A Licensed Clinical Social Worker and guide dog user helps us through the process of retirement and loss<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Part 2: Harness Up: The process of getting a guide dog and beyond<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>Various guide dog training programs & consumers<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>If you are interested in getting a guide dog, want to find out how they really work, get to know what is involved in the application and training process, and learn about the guide Dog User Lifestyle, this session is for you! Guide dog training programs will share information about their programs and guide dog users will help you understand what is required when you come home.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Part 3: Guide Dog Show and Tail <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> Guide dog users share their favorite gear, grooming tools, and toys. If you have a favorite item to share, bring it with you for others to learn about! Some of them will be yours to take home for you and your dog to enjoy!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Thursday, July 5, 2018; 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Annual Meeting<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>6:00 – 6:45 p.m. – Registration. (Registration is free & required to be eligible for door prizes.)<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Membership dues of $5.00 are required for those who are not members of an affiliate division to be eligible to speak on the floor, make & vote on motions, and hold office.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>7:00 p.m. Call to Order<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Join NAGDU for the most exciting and important meeting of guide dog users in the United States. Here are some of the highlights you will experience<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Elect our 2018 – 2020 leadership<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Supporting the NFB’s national ridesharing testing initiative <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Valerie Yingling <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Learn about our advocacy with Delta Airlines<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> Christine Bouchard, Delta Airlines<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Learn how to comment on new regulations for the Air Carrier <br>Access Act<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> John Pare <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'>Executive Director for Advocacy & Policy <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-indent:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Download & tour the newest version of the NAGDU Mobile App for iOS & Android<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Raul Gallegos<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Energizing reports from our affiliate divisions<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> As you see, the NAGDU events are full of substance – the place to be if you are an active guide dog user and advocate. Plan to join us and enhance your knowledge and understanding. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us by email to<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>info@NAGDU.ORG<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>We will see you in Orlando!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Marion Gwizdala, President<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>National Association of Guide Dog Users Inc. (NAGDU)<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>National Federation of the Blind<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>(813) 626-2789<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>President@NAGDU.ORG<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://nagdu.org/">Visit our website</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://twitter.com/nagdu">Follow us on Twitter</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise expectations because low expectations create barriers between blind people and our dreams. You can live the life you want! Blindness is not what holds you back.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>