Albuquerque Whippet Fanciers (AWFA)

Serving the Sighthound Community Since 1974

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Formed in 1974, Albuquerque Whippet Fanciers Association is the oldest lure coursing club in New Mexico. Their first official meeting was at the wedding of two of the original members and sighthound enthusiasts.

Sampson - Courtesy of E. SummerhillAWFA is a small club. But, it is an active club and holds AKC lure coursing tests and trials among other activities, which include CGC tests, the occasional match, etc.

The lure coursing events are held in the spring, usually April, and autumn, usually October, when the weather and temperatures are most conducive to safely running sighthounds. Large entries with associated majors are usually pulled in Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Saluki, and oftentimes, Greyhounds.

All approved sighthound breeds are welcome and membership is open to those without whippets.

For more information on lure coursing events, please contact Elissa Thompson, Field Trial Secretary, or check out our calendar.