Hello members, As ACE Adventure Canine grows, I want to make sure our community has the best chance to reach and inspire more outdoor-loving dog owners. Part of that vision is to share what we’re building here with a wider audience. With that in mind, I plan to make this group public on October 1st ⬅️ Here’s what that means for you: • Being public does not mean anyone can jump in. New people will still need to answer the screening questions and be approved before joining. • It does mean people outside the group can see a glimpse of what’s inside — the community vibe and the kinds of things we share here. They cannot comment or participate unless they become members. • You’ll always get advance notice of changes like this. • If you’ve shared anything you’d prefer to keep private, you’re welcome to edit or delete it before October 1. • Of course, you can also leave the group if being in a public community doesn’t feel right for you (though I would be sad to see you go 💚🐾). • Moving forward, please be mindful about details you share — stick with what you’re comfortable having public, and you can always message me directly for private conversations. My hope is that valued members like you will choose to stay and continue building this safe, supportive adventure space — now with a broader reach to inspire others. Thanks for being here, Maren (& Ivy)

We’re naming ALL the things dogs love — toys, gear, snacks, and the ridiculous stuff they swipe, shred, or snack on when we’re not looking. 😅 ⚠️ THE RULES - We go through the alphabet in order: A, B, C, D… - EVERY HOUR = only ONE object can be posted 🕐 - Wait until the next hour before the next letter can be added - The same person cannot post two hours in a row 🍿 EXTRA PRIZE I picked a SECRET LETTER ahead of time. Whoever lands on that letter wins the TOP DOG PRIZE 🏆🐾 (aka bragging rights + eternal glory). And when we get to Z… well… who knows… maybe we’ll just keep going into another round 👀 Another chance, another TOP DOG PRIZE! 🎬 BONUS CHALLENGE Post a GIF that goes with your answer (extra laughs guaranteed). Examples to get rolling: A – Apple core (yanked straight out of the compost 🙄) B – Ball (always soggy, never yours) C – Couch cushion (aka chew toy deluxe) D – Duck poop 💩 (5-star dining experience, apparently) E – Elizabethan collar cone (satellite dish of shame) ➡️ DROP YOUR A BELOW ⬇️

HEY FRIENDS 👋 You may have noticed I’ve been a little quiet (or short!) the last few days… 🙉 Our 100-plus-year-old house is under siege by contractors, machines, and foundation/drainage chaos. Add in being away on holidays and then catching up on life + business = a whole lotta mayhem. 🍋 But hey — lemons into lemonade, right? I jumped into a fun little challenge in another dog group, so here are some photos to make you smile until I’m back in full swing. @Angela Day 🪿🙌 ✅ CAMPFIRE CHAT IS STILL ON — Wednesday morning! I need some laughs 😅 Check the Calendar for the link — we’ll be trying out the new Skool LIVE feature. ✅ And yes, I’m also working behind the scenes on the RECALL COURSE — coming soon! 🧀 I have a few replies to PAWS replies coming too @Jackie Wylde @Sue Crawford 💚Thanks for your patience — can’t wait to share more with you this week 🐾

This is your space to talk Aussie talk with other owners! Whether regular, mini or mixie. 🐾 Share stories, quirks, and adventures. Who’s smarter — you or your Aussie? 😉 Banter in the comments — this space is yours!

Your dog gets pee breaks on every walk… but what about you? Ever been out too long and suddenly you're the one crossing your legs? Wish you could be a dog… just squat on the grass or pee on a tree 🐕💨 … or have the equipment to whip it out and just stand there and let it fly 😅 I’ll admit… I once tried a gadget that was supposed to “solve” this problem😅. Let’s just say… it didn’t go quite as planned. Willing to share? What’s your strategy when nature calls on the trail? 👉 Duck into the bushes like your dog? 👉 Cut the adventure short and head home? 👉 Hold it and hope for the best? 👉 Or have you actually mastered one of those gadgets?