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The Northeastern Illinois Norwegian Elkhound Association invites all non-member dog enthusiasts interested in the betterment of Norwegian Elkhounds to attend a business meeting or club function.  Contact the Corresponding Secretary for more information. To join and become a member of the Northeastern Illinois Norwegian Elkhound Association, please complete an application. PDF (28 kb)
	2012 SCHEDULE
Winter Romp The Winter Romp is held the 2nd or 3rd weekend in February at a forest preserve in the Chicago area. There the members of NEINEA and their Elkhounds get together to celebrate the club's birthday. NEINEA was originally formed as the Great Lakes Norsk Elghund Association in February 1967. Sometimes activities are planned for both the people and dogs, and sometimes everyone just enjoys a long walk in the woods followed by a meeting and lunch at a nearby restaurant.	February 11, 10:30 am - Meet near the Elk Pasture   in Busse Woods - Noon Luncheon Meetng at:   Rose Garden Cafe - See: Events Info for   Details & Directions
Syttende Mai Parade - Norway Day Parade For many years our club has participated in the Norway Day Parade commemorating Norway's Constitution Day (May 17, 1814). This event is held annually in Park Ridge, Illinois on the third Sunday in May. Our Elkies like to celebrate Norway's independence by walking in the Norway Day Parade and all Norwegian Elkhounds (and even Norwegian Buhunds) are welcome to join us.	May 20 - Meet group near:   Talcott & Cumberland - Map - Norw. Nat'l League
Annual NEINEA Specialty Conformation Shows and Obedience Trial Held the 2nd or 3rd weekend in June at the DuPage County Fairground in Wheaton, IL on Friday afternoon/evening and all day Saturday. Saturday's show includes obedience, vendors featuring Elkie designs, and a pot luck lunch.	June 15 & 16 - See Specialty Show Info   for details.
Meander in the Marsh The fall meander is usually held on the second Saturday in November at Cuba Marsh in Lake Zurich, Illinois. A long walk on the trails beside the marsh with the dogs in the cool autumn air is just the thing to invigorate our hounds. In addition, the meander often includes a fundraiser for the AKC Canine Health Foundation. A business meeting and Pot Luck lunch usually follows the walk.	November - Date: TBA - Cuba Marsh - AKC Canine Health Foundation
Holiday Party The NEINEA Holiday Party is held in December at a restaurant or member's home. Our "Pollyanna Grab Bag" has become one of the highlights of the evening. Gift thievery is legal, and that's when the fun begins. The Holiday Party is one of our biggest social events of the year, and even famous people such as "Father Time", "Santa Lucia", and "Yenta Claus" have been known to attend.	December - Date: TBA - Location: Praga in Lombard, IL - Events Info
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