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Webinar: Lasting Impressions – Introducing Odor, Troubleshooting, and Exercises to Support Intro to Odor
COST:
$40 for General Public (incl. Lapsed NACSW Instructors and those who have registered for an instructor course but have not yet attended Segment 1)
$30 for NACSW Instructors (CNWI/ANWI/PNWI) in active status
INSTRUCTOR: Barbara Schwerdt, CNWI, and Molly Taylor, CNWI
DATE/TIME: Saturday December 12, 2026 / 10:00-11:30am Pacific Time
WEBINAR DESCRIPTION:
The introduction of odor is an exciting milestone in the K9 Nose Work® progression. In this webinar, Barbara Schwerdt and Molly Taylor will discuss how the impressions we make in our Intro to Odor classes can support future performance. Through video review and presentation, Barbara and Molly will cover benchmarks on the way to Intro to Odor, the Introduction to Odor, exercises to support a successful transition from primary to odor, and how to troubleshoot some common challenges. They will also share their experiences and answer questions.
NACSW CEUs: 3 for CNWI / 1.5 for CCPDT trainers
REFUND POLICY:
Refunds are not offered for purchased online events, including webinars and Enhanced Education Days/Weekends. Webinars and EED events are recorded, and all registered participants will receive access to the recording. This allows registrants to view the material at a later date if they are unable to attend the live presentation.
Please note: recordings are provided for personal use only and may not be shared, distributed, or reproduced in any form.
Description
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
Barbara Schwerdt, BA, CPDT-KA, CNWI, NACSW CO [retired] and ORT CO & Trial Judge is an NACSW Founding Instructor who has been teaching nose work classes and competing in NACSW sanctioned trials since 2008. Her first nose work dog, Landis, took 2nd place overall in the 1st National Invitational Competition which little did she know then would be the start of a whole new passion! She has gone on to earn an Elite-CH with her labrador Cassandra Sue and is currently working with her 3rd nose work dog, Renner, who is competing at the Elite level after earning her ORT title in 2023. Barbara teaches local classes of all levels, webinars, and in-person seminars, as well as is a regular instructor at K9 nose work camps. She is a Senior Faculty member for the CNWI Continuing Education and New Instructor Education Committees.
Molly Taylor has her BA in Communications and earned her CNWI designation in 2025. Molly has been competing in K9 Nose Work since 2021 with her K9 Piggy. Both Piggy and Molly’s second nose work dog, Strudel, are working on their NW3 title(s). Molly teaches Intro to Nose Work, Intro to Odor, and Continuing Nose Work classes in the Los Angeles Area. She brings warmth, curiosity, and intention to her teaching. When she’s not teaching or competing, you may find her volunteering at an NACSW Trial! Molly believes nose work gives us a rare window into every dog’s brilliance and individuality. Rescue dogs hold a special place in Molly’s heart, and she is committed to creating a welcoming space where all dogs can discover what they’re capable of.
