We've been doin great Lilred. Glad to hear you're doin well too.
Luckily enough we don't have to use her that often but she's right on the money when we do. Used her year before last to prove to a newbie that he'd missed so now he's a little more patient and got himself a really nice bear last fall. I take her out every year and put her on some trails just to keep her listening, but even without refreshers she's good to go anytime.
Did ya see the pics i posted in the Dog forum? Can't remember if I ever posted about it but she had pups four years ago and we kept one, he's HUGE! Her giant genes sure came through in him cause he stands 33in at the withers, my vet calls him a gentle giant. lol
Wrenchman...you ever get a chance to do a spring hunt you'll enjoy it. Best part I like bout the spring hunt is seeing those itty bitty cubs fresh outa the den, they are adorable and a true pleasure to watch.