FAQ / INFORMATION
THE ROBERTS CENTRE IS A GREAT VENUE FOR A DOG SHOW!
It’s right off I-71 on Rt 68. It’s a bit of a rural location, but that’s why it’s so ideal for dogs! There are a couple of fenced grass paddocks for dogs to run off lead in and there is ample space to walk dogs, park your car and your RV, too.
The onsite restaurant is Ralph’s American Grill and there is a McDonalds, Dairy Queen, Subway and Wendy’s right out front - as well as several gas stations.
Obedience/Rally and Agility will all be in Ballroom A at the Roberts Centre.
Conformation will be in the Royal Canin Ring Venue. There is plenty of space and it’s heated/air conditioned. There are reserved grooming spaces, as well as free grooming spaces available for the show.
Right off the Royal Canin room on the loading dock are ONSITE BATHING FACILITIES open Monday 4PM -10 PM & Tuesday - Friday 6AM - 10PM. Towels, shampoo, tables, and dryers are not provided. We will have tables and crates available to rent for $10 per day per item that can be reserved. Contact Julie Sarnecki at jellybeansarnecki@gmail.com for reservation information.
Herding on Sunday is a 2 hour drive north to Rosehaeven Farm near Lima in Alger, Ohio.
Our weather that week should be reasonable. It might be cool in the mornings - so bring a jacket or so for layering. Rain/showers are always possible during that time of year, so bring rain gear as well.
GETTING THERE!
From the East - Take Rt. 70 W over to Columbus, OH - take I-71 south to Rt. 68 exit, Wilmington. You can see the hotel from the highway.
From the West - Travel Rt. 70 E to the I-75 interchange, take I-75 S through Dayton to I-35 East. Take I-35 East to Rt. 68 toward Wilmington (you’ll be headed SE). The hotel is right on Rt. 68 before you get to I-71.
From the North - Take I-75 S through Dayton to I-35 East. Take I-35 East to Rt. 68 toward Wilmington (you’ll be headed SE). The hotel is right on Rt. 68 before you get to I-71.
From the South - Take 75N to I-71 N, the hotel is on the Rt. 68 Exit.
DOG RELATED LINKS:
Pet Supplies Plus - Address is 1316 Rombach Ave, Wilmington, OH and phone is 937-404-2447. It is South on Rt. 68, 7.1 miles away from the host hotel.
This shop has a good selection of dog foods and Bathing Stations.
Emergency Dog Vet - CARE Centers - there are two dog emergency vets open 24/7.
The first location is 6995 E Kemper Rd, Cincinnati, OH and phone is 513-530-0911. It's 36.5 miles (35 minutes) from the host hotel.
The second location is 6421 Clyo Rd, Dayton, OH and phone is 937-428-0911. It's 21.9 miles (31 minutes) from the host hotel.
Urgent Care for Pets - Acute Pet Urgent Care - when it’s NOT an emergency - but you need to see a vet.
Address is 3899 Indian Ripple Rd, Suite C, Beavercreek, OH and phone is 937-595-2480. Open 7 days a week 10 am - 10pm. It's 21.9 miles from the host hotel.
PEOPLE RELATED LINKS:
Hospital - Clinton Memorial Hospital located at 610 W Main Street, Wilmington, OH and phone is 937-382-6611. It's 6.7 miles from the host hotel.
Walmart - The closest Walmart is a Supercenter, which means they carry food, etc. The address is 2825 Progress Way, Wilmington, OH. It’s accessible by taking Rt. 68 to Rt. 73 NE into Wilmington. It's 8.3 miles from the host hotel.
Lowe's Home Improvement - The closest Lowes is 6.9 miles from the host hotel, right down Rt. 68. The address is 1175 Rombach Ave, Wilmington, OH.
Local Dining - Onsite dining is Ralph’s American Grill. There are a few nice restaurants in Wilmington, such as Fiesta Veracruz Mexican Restaurant, General Denver Pub, The Mediterranean Restaurant & Café, Kava Haus and Capricorn Inn.
Outlet Mall Shopping - there are several outlet malls nearby:
The first is Destination Outlet in Jeffersonville, OH. Just hop on I-71 North and go up an exit. It has stores like Vera Bradley, Skechers, Ann Taylor, Bath & Body Works, White House Black Market and Casual Male.
Not too far away are the Premium Cincinnati Outlets in Monroe, OH - between Dayton and Cincinnati on I-75. They have stores like Calvin Klein, Disney, Gap, J. Crew, Under Armor, North Face, etc.
Shopping - Not too far away (30-40 min) is:
The Greene is an outdoor shopping center in Beavercreek, OH with many nice clothing stores and restaurants like: Pasha Grill, Flemings Steakhouse, The
Cheesecake Factory, Brio Italian Grille, Club Oceano, El Toro Mexican Bar & Grill, The Pub, BD's Mongolian Grill, Panera, etc.
The Fairfield Commons Mall is an indoor mall with ample shopping, restaurants and is right off I-675 in Beavercreek, Ohio.
Other restaurants - will take you 30-40 min from show site:
Jimmy’s Italian Kitchen - for great local Italian restaurant.
Elsa’s Mexican Restaurant - for a margarita called the Bad Juan that can’t be beat! The closest location is in Sugarcreek Twp!
Troni’s Italian Restaurant - they do have great food! It will be a drive from Wilmington.
The Chop House in Centerville/Dayton - for a good reasonable priced steak.
Other Things to Do and See in the Area:
The National Museum of the US Air Force - is EXCEPTIONAL! You can spend 4 hours easily. It’s FREE and better than any other Air Force Museum in the country.
Dayton Art Institute - right off I-75 in Dayton. Entrance fee is $8, it's closed on Monday and Tuesday.
On Par Entertainment offers Karaoke, Duckpin Bowling, Mini Golf and Darts, as well as 102 taps of beer, wine and premixed cocktails and food for your dining pleasure.
Micro Brews - This area is well known for their love of craft beer. A few options not too far from the Host Hotel: Devil Wind Brewing Co, Crooked Handle Brewing, Yellow Springs Brewery, Toxic Brew Co.
Yellow Springs, OH - is another great area to visit for small, locally owned boutiques, dining, hiking and art! Located 20 miles north on Rt. 68.