WI talk in Binbrook discusses 50-year history of Search and Rescue Dog Association

A dozen visitors went along to the January meeting of Binbrook and District WI to hear local resident Ken Sloan give an informative and surprising talk about the 50-year history of the Search and Rescue Dog Association.
By The Newsroom
Published 21st Jan 2016, 11:32 BST
Ken Sloan spoke about his work with Search and Rescue dogs at this month's meeting of Binbrook WI EMN-160118-170850001Ken Sloan spoke about his work with Search and Rescue dogs at this month's meeting of Binbrook WI EMN-160118-170850001
Ken Sloan spoke about his work with Search and Rescue dogs at this month's meeting of Binbrook WI EMN-160118-170850001

The organisation helps trace missing people, with volunteers often asked to travel the length and breadth of the country, whether it be mountain, moorland or fenland.

Now semi-retired from emergency call outs, highly-commended Ken is one of only five British international assessors who make sure specialist dogs and their handlers are up to the job.

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During refreshments, search and rescue dogs Abbie and Rob joined the meeting and stole everyone’s hearts.

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The next meeting will be in the village hall on Thursday, February 4, at 7.15pm, when Jenny Johnson will be leading a crafting evening.

As well as speaking about her many crafty pursuits, multi-talented Jenny will be passing on her skills in 3D card making.

Take along small scissors and a ruler; all materials will be supplied to make your own card to take home.

Visitors fee is £3.80, which includes refreshments.