Mid-America Working Terrier Association

06/08/2026

It's time to register for the 2026 Mid-America Working Terrier Association Trials and the Jack Russell Terrier Club of America (JRTCA) Annual General Meeting Dinner. https://bit.ly/4tPzUki

Join us June 27–28, 2026 at Ta-Ha-Zouka Park in Norfolk, Nebraska for a weekend celebrating working terriers, instinct-based competition, and the people who love them. Whether you are a longtime competitor or attending your very first trial, we invite you to come experience one of the Midwest’s favorite terrier weekends.

Affordable lodging, camping options, great food, and a welcoming atmosphere make Norfolk the perfect summer road trip destination.

Register early and book accommodations soon. We can’t wait to see everyone in Norfolk.

06/07/2026

If you haven’t registered yet, now’s the time. https://bit.ly/4tPzUki

See you in 20 days!

06/06/2026

Help Us Support Furbaby Rescue during the Mid-America Working Terrier Trials

This year at the Mid-America Working Terrier Trials, we’re excited to collect donations for Furbaby Rescue in Norfolk, Nebraska.

Furbaby Rescue does important work caring for animals in need, and we’d love to help stock them up with supplies they use every day. If you’re coming to the trials, please consider bringing an item or two to donate.

Requested items include:

Small pet beds
Mr. Clean liquid cleaner
Paper towels
Boxed rags
Fresh Step clumping cat litter
Medium/large Kongs
Cat toys
No-tip food dishes
Groomers Choice Berry Shampoo
Peroxide
Wholesomes brand medium dog biscuits
Tennis balls
Kuranda Beds, medium or large, metal frame with vinyl

We’ll have a collection area at the trials, and all donations will go directly to Furbaby Rescue.

Thank you for helping us support a local rescue while celebrating working terriers in Norfolk!

06/05/2026

We are so grateful to Rescue Dog Wines for supporting the Mid-America Working Terrier Association (MAWTA) Trials.

Rescue Dog Wines combines award-winning, sustainably crafted wines with a mission close to our hearts: supporting animal rescue. A portion of their profits helps rescue organizations, making their support especially meaningful to the dog community.

Thank you, Rescue Dog Wines, for your generosity and for helping us celebrate dogs both in and out of the trial field.

06/04/2026

We are grateful to Fuzzywumpets for supporting the Mid-America Working Terrier Association Trials.

Your generosity helps us create a memorable weekend for our exhibitors, spectators, volunteers, and hardworking terriers. Support from businesses like yours makes a real difference and helps keep the tradition of working terrier trials going strong.

Thank you, Fuzzyumpets, for being part of our MAWTA community.

06/03/2026

Wednesday, last to order your t-shirts for this years 2026 Mid-America Working Terrier Trial.

06/03/2026

06/02/2026

Thank you to gorjana for supporting the Mid-America Working Terrier Trials!

gorjana has made giving back part of its brand, supporting nonprofit organizations, local communities, schools, sports teams, and charitable causes through donations and auction items. We are grateful to be included among the community organizations they support.

Please help us thank gorjana for their generosity and for helping make this year’s trials even more special!

06/02/2026

Thank you to Farm Hounds Treats for supporting the Mid-America Working Terrier Trials!

Farm Hounds creates dog treats and chews that support family farms, regenerative agriculture, and humane farming practices. We appreciate companies that care about dogs, responsible farming, and quality ingredients.

We are grateful for their generosity and excited to share their support with our terrier community. Please help us thank Farm Hounds Treats for being part of this year’s trials!

05/31/2026

IMPORTANT CAMPING UPDATE. If you plan to camp at Ta-Ha-Zouka Park during the Mid-America Working Terrier Trials, you must reserve your campsite directly through the City of Norfolk. Campsites are not included with trial registration, and MAWTA is unable to make reservations on your behalf.

We encourage campers to reserve early, as campsites may fill up before the event. https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/norfolkneparksandrec/reservation/landing/search?locale=en-US&eventTypeIds=31