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The June edition of NAGDU Unleashed just dropped! This months podcast is about Preparing for Convention with our Guide Dog. At the bottom of this announcement is a direct link to listen to the podcast!</div>
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\U0001f399\ufe0f\U0001f43e NAGDU Unleashed Podcast Announcement \U0001f43e\U0001f399\ufe0f</div>
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Are you preparing to attend the National Federation of the Blind National Convention with your guide dog? Then you won't want to miss this special episode of NAGDU Unleashed!</div>
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Join us as we welcome a panel of experienced convention attendees and guide dog handlers who will share their best tips, tricks, and practical advice for navigating one of the largest gatherings of blind people in the world with a service dog by your side.</div>
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\U0001f415\u200d\U0001f9ba Featured Guests:<br>
\u2728 Al Elia<br>
\u2728 Stacie Gallegos<br>
\u2728 Elizabeth Campbell</div>
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In this informative discussion, our guests will cover topics such as:</div>
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\U0001f3e8 Navigating hotels and convention facilities<br>
\U0001f6b6 Managing crowded hallways and exhibit halls<br>
\U0001f37d\ufe0f Dining with your service dog during convention<br>
\U0001f4a7 Locating relief areas and maintaining routines<br>
\U0001f392 Packing essentials for your service dog<br>
\U0001f91d Handling public interactions and distractions<br>
\U0001f389 Balancing convention activities while ensuring your dog's needs are met</div>
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Whether this is your first National Convention or you're a seasoned attendee looking for fresh ideas, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help make your convention experience successful and enjoyable.</div>
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\U0001f399\ufe0f NAGDU Unleashed \u2013 Your source for guide dog information, advocacy, and community.</div>
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\U0001f43e Empowering guide dog users through shared experiences and practical knowledge.</div>
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<p style="line-height: 1.38; margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><b>Charles Tate
</b>President</span></p>
<p style="line-height: 1.38; margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">National Federation of the Blind of Arkansas</span></p>
<p style="line-height: 1.38; margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Phone: 870-271-8219</span></p>
<p style="line-height: 1.38; margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Email: charles.tate1987@gmail.com</span></p>
<p style="line-height: 1.38; margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Website: www.nfbar.org</span></p>
<p style="line-height: 1.38; margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">National website: www.nfb.org</span></p>
<p style="line-height: 1.38; margin: 0in 0in 8pt;"><span style="font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">\u201cWe will not defer; we will not delay; we are no longer prepared to wait. The days ahead belong to us. Come, join me, and
we will make it come true!\u201d -Dr. Marc Maurer</span></p>
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