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SUMMARY:Iditarod Winter Raffle
DESCRIPTION:The Iditarod Winter Raffle is in full swing and we want to hear your name called on Sunday\, April 7th! Only 5\,500 tickets will be sold and there are FIFTY-FIVE chances to win; the odds are insane! Anyone within the state or outside of Alaska can play and you do not need to be present to win\, so what are you waiting for?! \nGrand Prize of $101\,000 cash\n5 prizes of $10k cash\n49 prizes of $1k cash \nNot only will your raffle ticket purchase help fund the 2025 Iditarod\, there’s another reason everyone should buy a ticket in this raffle; the odds of winning are HUGE! Each ticket buyer has a 1 in 100 chance of winning… and that’s if you only purchase 1 ticket! Watch your odds double and triple with the more tickets you buy… you CAN win more than once!! \nThe proceeds from this raffle helps cover numerous race expenses including but not limited to:\nExemplary dog care that includes pre-race screening and multiple veterinarians at each checkpoint along the trail.\nFood for our 1\,500 volunteers stationed throughout the entire race.\nFuel for several hundred Iditarod Air Force flights to transport supplies\, humans and canines.\nEducational programs and curriculums in thousands of classrooms across the world \nAlaskans within the state may purchase online: iditarod.com/gamesofchance \nCall or Text Outside of Alaska:\n1-907-841-4578
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/iditarod-winter-raffle/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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SUMMARY:Sled Dog Expo: Beerburrum
DESCRIPTION:Located in Woodford QLD\, Australia \nCome and meet the club and it’s members and check out what Sled Dog sports are all about. Entry off Raaen Rd Woodford\, and follow the SDRQ signs!\n🦮 Demonstrations\n🚴🏻 Come and Try\n🐾 Gear and Products\nℹ️ Information\n📣 Sponsor Stalls \nIf you’ve thought about getting involved this is a great place to start. Sled Dog Racing Queensland offers social\, training and competitive events in Scooter\, Bikejor\, Rig and Cart and Canicross. We even host Australia’s only Canine Triathlon! Weather you have just one dog and a few there is something for everyone. \nWhat to bring:\n-enclosed shoes\n-a helmet if you have one (loans will be available also)\n-water for you and the dog\n-the family\n-the dog\n-practical clothes for activity\n-a lead and flat or limited slip collar
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/sled-dog-expo-beerburrum/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240425T190000
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SUMMARY:ADMA Lecture - "Working with your Veterinarian" (Fairbanks)
DESCRIPTION:We will be hosting one last Educational Lecture this spring season! Join us April 25 from 7-9 for a discussion on Working with Your Veterinarian with Annette Llanes from Interior Mobile Vet.
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/adma-lecture-working-with-your-veterinarian-fairbanks/
LOCATION:Mushers Hall\, 925 Farmers Loop Road\, Fairbanks\, AK\, 99712\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240429
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SUMMARY:Sucker River Mud Bath Dryland Race
DESCRIPTION:Sucker River Mud Bath Dryland Race\nApril 27/28\, 2024\nPurse:  $1\,000 (minimum) for Pro Classes and special awards for other classes\n___________________________________________________________\nRace Location\nGrand Marais\, Michigan’s School Forest and State Trail system     \nH58 (Grand Marais Truck Trail)  6 Miles East of the Town of Grand Marais\, Michigan   \nGPS Coordinates:  N46° 39.943′ W85° 51.712′ \n___________________________________________________________\nDriver’s Meeting and Race Start Times\nDriver’s Meeting will be at the race site on Saturday\, April 27\, 2024 and held 1 hour before the first class at 7:00 am. \nRace will start at 8:00 AM unless weather/temperatures dictate an earlier start.  This will be announced before the race. \n___________________________________________________________\nClasses and Mileages Offered\nThe following classes are offered for:  All Breed\, Registered Breed* and Sportsman subclasses \nThe below classes are ISDRA Sanctioned:\n3.4 Mile Trail:\n6-Dog Rig\n4-Dog Rig \n2-Dog Bikejoring\n2-Dog Scooter \nMen’s Canicross (this class is not separated into subclasses)\nWomen’s Canicross (this class is not separated into subclasses) \n2.4 Mile Trail:\n1-Dog Bikejoring\n1-Dog Scooter \nThe following Junior Classes run 1.5 miles:\n2-Dog Junior Rig\n1-Dog Junior Canicross \n*NOTE:  Registered Breeds must be AKC/CKC/UKC Siberian Huskies\, Alaskan Malamutes\, or Samoyeds-NO ILP Dogs \nAdditional Classes (these classes are not ISDRA sanctioned):\n“Fun Run” class for Adults and Juniors\, 1 or 2 dogs\, 1.5 miles … choice of rig\, bike\, scooter or canicross.  Make selection when you enter\nHeavy Rig Class Adult “Fun Run” (unlimited dogs) — 10 miles  NOTE:  snub line will be required for this class.  Race Marshal has final say on any rig used. Racing rigs will be turned away. Heavy rig or 4-wheeler only. If motorized\, yes\, you may use it running and in gear because safety is paramount. The goal of this class is for fun and to invite larger teams who are less interested in dryland racing. You are encouraged to take a handler on the trail with you if desired. \nWe are also offering these classes which are non-dog:\nMountain Bike (no dogs) — 3.4 miles\nMen’s and Women’s 5K run (no dogs)\n___________________________________________________________\nRules and Required Equipment\n*No Whips\n*No Wrist Ropes and/or Driver Restraints Allowed\n*Helmets required in all Wheeled Classes\n*Snub Line required on 6 & 4 Dog Rigs while on trail (ISDRA)\n*ISDRA Rules Apply \n___________________________________________________________\nEntry Information\nEntries will close on Wednesday\, April 24\, 2024 at 6:00 PM EST.  NO LATE ENTRIES PLEASE!!!\nEntry Fees are listed for each class in the Registration Section.  Entries are accepted online only. \nEntry Chairperson/Contact: \nDiane Wright * Email: dwrightglsda@gmail.com * Phone:703-622-9467 (call or text) \nYou must accept the Standard Driver’s Release Waiver before you can pay for your entries. \nIn the event the race is cancelled\, your entry fee will be refunded (minus the bytepro process fee). \n___________________________________________________________\nGLSDA Membership\nGLSDA membership is required to race  \nGLSDA Membership can be purchased online here on bytepro OR\nyou can pay for your membership at the driver’s meeting. \nPlease note that you will not be permitted to race until your membership has been paid. \nMembership Chair: Dianna Koteskey\, 7821 Horton Bay Rd N\, Boyne City\, MI 49712 \n___________________________________________________________\nLodging and Food\nThere is no race site camping permitted\, but there is a campsite nearby at Woodland Park Campground – (906) 494-2613.  We are working to obtain special camping rates for participants (Currently the nightly rates are $30 for primitive site and $40 for electric site). \nFor motels\, please visit the Grand Marais Chamber of Commerce website \nwww.grandmaraismichigan.com/visit-us/lodging/ \n============================= \nFood (Breakfast & Lunch) will be available for purchase at race site and catered by local School and Sportsman’s Club \n___________________________________________________________\nAdditional Information and Activites\nPhotographer – We will have at least one photographer.  Follow this Event Page for updates and more informaton. \nWe plan to have music at the trail head! ….  There will be a survey question presented during the entry process where you can optionally provide your music choice. \nWe plan to have some special events both Friday and Saturday nights\, so stay tuned for details. \nWeekend Fantasy Coach Sheet…. Be sure to get your sheet from Brian and have it turned in before the first class finishes on Saturday if interested. \nSunday award ceremony to follow last class.  (Be sure to stay for awards) \n___________________________________________________________\nContact for Questions\nFor General Race Questions\, contact:\nBrian Juckette\nPhone: 517-918-9516 (call or text)\nEmail:  johnbrian.juckette@wacker.com \nFor Entry Questions or Changes\, contact:\nDiane Wright\nPhone: 703-622-9467 (call or text)\nEmail:  dwrightglsda@gmail.com
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/sucker-river-mud-bath-dryland-race/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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SUMMARY:George Attla Day Movie Screening (Fairbanks\, AK)
DESCRIPTION:In honor of George Attla Jr. Day (April 29th)\, #TananaChiefs Cultural Programs is partnering with the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center to screen two films that highlight the life and legacy of the late dog mushing champion: ‘Attla’ and ‘Spirit of the Wind’. \nApril 28th and 29th at the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center Theatre.
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/george-attla-day-movie-screening-fairbanks-ak/
LOCATION:Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center\, 101 Dunkel St\, Fairbanks\, AK\, 99701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240616
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SUMMARY:Iditarod Summer Educators Conference
DESCRIPTION:“The Iditarod Education Department and the Idaho Sled Dog Challenge are teaming up to present “Trailblazing Together” – an educators conference focused on STEM and using sled dog education as a means to boost engagement and improve learning outcomes in the classroom. \nOpen to educators everywhere! Join us June 13 – 15 in beautiful McCall\, Idaho.  You will receive standards-based STEM and other lessons and tools which you can use immediately when you return to school!  \nStar studded speaker lineup:  \nErin Montgomery 2015 Iditarod Teacher on the Trail™️\, Annie Kelley McGuire 2017 Iditarod Teacher on the Trail™️\, Kate Newmyer 2024 Iditarod Teacher on the Trail™️\, Maggie Hamilton 2025 Iditarod Teacher on the Trail™️\nJosi Thyr 2024 Iditarod Rookie of the Year\nChad Hunt\, Iditarod Veterinarian\nIdaho Sled Dog Challenge/Iditarod pilots \nRookie of the Year in 15th Place – Josi Thyr (Photo: Insider video) \nField Trip Day: \nvisit Team Warren sled dog kennel\, home of Laurie and her son Trevor Warren\, Idaho dog sled race champions. Get up close and personal with their 4-footed athletes and learn the ins and outs of kennels\, dog mushing\, and racing.\ntake the real world of sled dogs and weave it into your curriculum for amazing learning and excitement for your students (and you!)\nUniversity of Idaho 1 credit of continuing education will be available (cost to be determined) and certificates of contact hours will be awarded as well. \nMark your calendar! Registration coming soon. \nCost: $150 \nOnce you are registered\, you will receive emails with hotel and conference updates.”
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/iditarod-summer-educators-conference/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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SUMMARY:Listening Party (Online) - Trail Angels
DESCRIPTION:We’re having a free listening party!!! After a year of writing lyrics and music\, recording tracks in 3 cities on 2 continents\, and countless hours of mixing\, TRAIL ANGELS has landed! Co-written with veteran dog sled musher\, Karen Land\, and performed by Peddler’s French (Philadelphia Phil\, Matt Scutchfield\, Rusty Humphrey and Danny Hargrove) along with a host of other remarkable musicians and singers\, TRAIL ANGELS is a full hour of songs about huskies\, mushers\, bush pilots and wild places. Please join Phil\, Karen and Matt\, along with others who contributed tracks and art to this unique project\, and share your thoughts\, ask questions\, or just relax and enjoy listening with folks from far and wide. Note—anyone can listen\, but to participate in the chat you’ll need a free Bandcamp account (only takes a minute to create). See you June 13th.
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/listening-party-online-trail-angels/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240621T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240623T120000
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SUMMARY:2024 Annual International Sled Dog Racing Association Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This a weekend to celebrate the 2024 ISDRA medal winners\, to relax and visit with fellow mushers\, focus on some educational seminars\, catch up on all the new ISDRA happenings; and check out some fantastic sled dog related vendors.
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/2024-annual-international-sled-dog-racing-association-meeting/
LOCATION:RIT Inn & Conference Center\, 5257 W Henrietta Rd\, West Henrietta\, NY\, 14467-9314\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240629T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240629T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095955
CREATED:20240413T043712Z
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SUMMARY:Iditarod Musher Sign Up & Volunteer Appreciation Picnic
DESCRIPTION:First day of musher sign up for the 2025 Iditarod and volunteer appreciation picnic. At Iditarod Headquarters in Wasilla.
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/iditarod-musher-sign-up-volunteer-appreciation-picnic/
LOCATION:Iditarod HQ\, 2100 S Knik Goose Bay Rd\, Wasilla\, AK\, 99654\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240812
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SUMMARY:Dinner Plain Sled Dog Sprint (Australia)
DESCRIPTION:This sled dog race has been running for over 25 years.  Mushers from every State and Territory (except the NT) travel each winter with their teams to compete on the X country ski trails around the Dinner Plain Village. \nThe dog teams number from one to six and they are separated into ‘classes’ and run two heats over two days.  The open class ‘competitive’ races have 2 dog\, 3 dog\, 4 dog and 6 dog teams.  There is usually between 10-20 teams in each class.  The teams line up and run out in 1 minute intervals.  The faster teams will pass the slower teams\, with the faster teams ‘seeded’ to run out first in the second heat.  The winners receive prizes\, trophies and some awesome premium Black Hawk Dog Food for their teams.\n​\nThe DP Sprint isn’t just about the prizes for the fastest teams though.  We also have a Touring/Social class which is good for beginners or mushers who want to take their older dogs out for a run.  In 2022\, we introduced the Mini Musher Sprint for kids and families which was a great success.  An adult can take a child under 12 out on a sled with up to two dogs. \nAnd finally we are also supporting Junior Mushers to participate and build their mushing skills and confidence with our 2 dog Junior Class. \nThe event is held on the 10th and 11th of August 2024.  Racing starts at 9am and finishes at 1pm on both days.  We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/dinner-plain-sled-dog-sprint-australia/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dinner Plain Sled Dog Committee":MAILTO:dpsleddogsprint@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240930
DTSTAMP:20260408T095955
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SUMMARY:Finnish National Dryland Championship
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the World Cup Race in Jämijärvi\, Finland! On September 28-29\, witness top racers test their skills on incredible trails in a thrilling pre-event for the European Championships and European Masters. Enjoy a weekend of high-speed action\, entertainment\, and memorable moments. Stay updated through L-SVU’s official channels and be part of this exciting racing celebration. Don’t miss out on this edge-of-your-seat adventure!
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/finnish-national-dryland-championship/
LOCATION:Sormelantie 77\, Sormelantie 77\, Jämijärvi\, Satakunta\, 38800\, Finland
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241007
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SUMMARY:Kiruna Sladdhundklub Biennial Symposium & ISVDMA Conference
DESCRIPTION:This is the Kiruna Sladdhundklub’s renowned biennial Musher Symposium\, a decades-old convocation of European mushers from throughout Scandinavia and lower Europe. Since at least 2011\, each Sladdhundklub Biennial Symposium has hosted roughly 350 mushers and some two-dozen exhibitors\, as well as notable speakers  such as mushers Roxy Wright\, Ray Redington\, Dallas Seavey\, Hobo Jim\, Jeff Schultz\, Hans Gatt\, Tim White\, and veterinarians Drs. Dominique Grandjean\, Arleigh Reynolds\, and Jerry Vanek.  \nIn 2024\, the two-day Musher Symposium will be preceded by the ISDVMA Biennial Symposium featuring two full days of the latest advances in veterinary science and sled dog medicine presented by the foremost researchers in their respective fields. These Symposia\, held since 1994\, continue to expand the ever increasing and astonishing library of data on the incomparable sled dog athlete.
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/kiruna-sladdhundklub-biennial-symposium-isvdma-conference/
LOCATION:Aurora Kultur & Congress\, Stadshustorget 10\, Kiruna\, Sweden
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241012T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241013T150000
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SUMMARY:Snow Mountain Ranch Dryland Classic
DESCRIPTION:Rocky Mountain Sled Dog Club presents the second annual Snow Mountain Ranch Dryland Classic\, a fun and friendly 2-day dryland race at the beautiful Snow Mountain Ranch YMCA of the Rockies in Granby\, CO. Classes include Rig (Cart)\, Scooter\, Bikejor and Canicross. Lodging and Camping is available onsite. All abilities welcome and newbies encouraged! Participants are encouraged to become members of RMSDC for discounts on race entry. Discounts also available to teams signing up for multiple classes. \nThe event is staged out of the Library Parking Lot at Snow Mountain Ranch\, YMCA of the Rockies. Parking is free in a large gravel lot. The event is mostly outdoors with access to an indoor restroom. Musher’s Meeting is held at 8am (though check the Facebook page for the most up-to-date info). Book lodging and camping directly through Snow Mountain Ranch’s website.
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/snow-mountain-ranch-dryland-classic/
LOCATION:Snow Mountain Ranch Library\, 1101 Co Rd 53\, Granby\, CO\, 80446\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250124
DTSTAMP:20260408T095955
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SUMMARY:La Grande Odyssee
DESCRIPTION:La Grande Odyssée VVF is also the story of a dream. The dream of a great adventure that would cross our alpine massifs. \nLa Grande Odyssée VVF is since it’s first edition in January 2005\, the annual event of the dog sled race in Europe. It is the most demanding stage race in a unique alpine setting in the world \nEach year it brings together more than 65 mushers and their 600 dogs\, from all over Europe\, in the stunning landscapes of Région Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes\, for 400km of racing. \nIt is more than 50 000 spectators who live every year a unique experience\, in 20 stations decorated for the occasion\, by attending La Grande Odyssée VVF.
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/la-grande-odyssee/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250126
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SUMMARY:Eagle Cap Extreme Sled Dog Race
DESCRIPTION:The ECX team provides a premier sporting event for mushers and their teams through some of the most scenic and rugged country in the US. The race runs through the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area and Wallowa-Whitman National Forest adjacent to the Eagle Cap Wilderness. \nAll races run concurrently and start at Ferguson Ridge Ski Area\, just east of the town of Joseph\, Oregon. The 100-mile race runs to the Ollokot Checkpoint before continuing on a scenic loop returning to Ollokot where they have their vet check and mandatory 3-hour layover of their overall 6-hour floating mandatory rest. They then return to Ferguson Ridge Ski Area for the finish.  The 200-mile race takes a longer route up to the Ollokot Checkpoint. They then run a loop and return where the teams have their vet check and mandatory 4-hour layover of their overall 8-hour floating mandatory rest. They then run another scenic loop and return to the Ollokot for a final rest before returning to Ferguson Ridge Ski Area for the finish. The two-day 31-mile Adult and Junior races both start and finish at Ferguson Ridge Ski Area after going through the Salt Creek Summit SnoPark\, a great alternate location to watch the teams.
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/eagle-cap-extreme-sled-dog-race/
LOCATION:Ferguson Ridge Ski Area\, Tucker Down Rd\, Joseph\, OR\, 97846\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250127
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SUMMARY:Kuskokwim 300
DESCRIPTION:The Kuskokwim 300 is the premier middle distance sled dog race in the world\, spanning 300 miles of traditional trails along the Kuskokwim River\, from Bethel\, Alaska to Aniak\, Alaska and back.  \nWe host not only the Kuskokwim 300\, but the Bogus Creek 150\, the Akiak Dash\, as well as several other races between 30 and 100 miles and the new Delta Championship Series.  \nStarted in 1980\, the Kuskokwim 300 Race Committee’s mission is to further the interest in dog sled racing; to re-establish historic trails in the Lower Kuskokwim area of the State of Alaska; to establish and maintain an organization to foster these and other activities including sled dog races for the recreation\, instruction and education of the members\, as well as the general public.​ \nWe are proud to carry on the sled dog racing tradition within the Yukon Kuskokwim Delta. The Committee hopes to continue fostering a strong dog mushing community in our region\, involving mushers young and old\, from novices to world class professionals.
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/kuskokwim-300-2/
LOCATION:Bethel\, Alaska\, Bethel\, AK\, 99559\, United States
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T185341Z
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SUMMARY:Grand Mesa Summit Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for the 19th annual running of the Grand Mesa Summit Challenge Dog Sled Race at 10\,500′! Races begin at 9:00am Saturday and Sunday\, with times combined over both days. Featuring 8\, 6\, 4\, & 2 dog sled classes\, 1 & 2 dog skijoring\, Registered Northern Breeds\, Fun Run/Novice & Junior Classes.
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/grand-mesa-summit-challenge/2025-01-25/
LOCATION:Mesa Top Trailhead\, Grand Mesa\, CO\, Forest Road 115B\, Cedaredge\, CO\, 81413\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rocky Mountain Sled Dog Club":MAILTO:rmsled.dogs@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250129
DTSTAMP:20260408T095955
CREATED:20240725T164828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T164828Z
UID:10000049-1737849600-1738108799@sleddogtalk.com
SUMMARY:Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon (40th Running)
DESCRIPTION:ESTABLISHED IN 1980\, THE JOHN BEARGREASE SLED DOG MARATHON IS THE PREMIERE SLED DOG RACE SERIES IN NORTH AMERICA.\nWorld-class mushers including Jamie Nelson\, John and Jason Baron have competed in the more than 300 mile event – facing off against other seasoned competitors as well as the extremes of northern Minnesota weather and the deceivingly rugged terrain of the trail. The “Beargrease” is a qualifier for the famed Iditarod race in Alaska. \nThe organization hosts a Mid-Distance race\, The Beargrease 120\, which also travels through the rugged Sawtooth mountains of the North Shore of Minnesota.  A recreational race\, The Beargrease 40\, also begins and ends on race day.  \nAll check points and road crossings are easily accessible to the public and provide many opportunities for photographers\, winter camping or simply quality time around a campfire with good people\, hot chocolate and the thrill of seeing the amazing canine athletes in action. \nClose to 400 volunteers from around the country come together each winter to assure the event happens. The John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization\, overseen by a Board of Directors elected by the general membership.
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/beargrease-sled-dog-marathon-40th-running/
LOCATION:Billy’s Bar\, 3502 W. Tischer Road\, Duluth\, MN\, 55803\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250126T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250126T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095955
CREATED:20250116T185341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T185341Z
UID:10000106-1737878400-1737903600@sleddogtalk.com
SUMMARY:Grand Mesa Summit Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for the 19th annual running of the Grand Mesa Summit Challenge Dog Sled Race at 10\,500′! Races begin at 9:00am Saturday and Sunday\, with times combined over both days. Featuring 8\, 6\, 4\, & 2 dog sled classes\, 1 & 2 dog skijoring\, Registered Northern Breeds\, Fun Run/Novice & Junior Classes.
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/grand-mesa-summit-challenge/2025-01-26/
LOCATION:Mesa Top Trailhead\, Grand Mesa\, CO\, Forest Road 115B\, Cedaredge\, CO\, 81413\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rocky Mountain Sled Dog Club":MAILTO:rmsled.dogs@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250207
DTSTAMP:20260408T095955
CREATED:20240724T173126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T173126Z
UID:10000048-1738108800-1738886399@sleddogtalk.com
SUMMARY:Idaho Sled Dog Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The Running of the Idaho Sled Dog Challenge (ISDC) includes three races.  The premier event is the 300 mile race\,  an Iditarod and Yukon Quest qualifier.  Many participants in this race are also competing in the Rocky Mountain Triple Crown.  Participating races include ISDC\, Oregon’s Eagle Cap Extreme and Montana’s Race To The Sky. In 2023 we added the two day 26 mile Warm Lake Stage Race. \nJan 29-30: Warm Lake Stage Race\nFeb 3-6: 300-mile race\nFeb 3-4: 100-mile race
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/idaho-sled-dog-challenge/
LOCATION:McCall Activity Barn\, 141 Moonridge Dr\, McCall\, ID\, 83638\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Idaho Sled Dog Challenge":MAILTO:isdc.race@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250202
DTSTAMP:20260408T095955
CREATED:20240728T001219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240728T001219Z
UID:10000052-1738281600-1738454399@sleddogtalk.com
SUMMARY:Lake Minnetonka Klondike Dog Derby
DESCRIPTION:The Lake Minnetonka Klondike Dog Derby will start on Water Street in the heart of charming downtown Excelsior\, Minnesota. The course will continue down Water Street on to Lake Minnetonka and will run along its beautiful shores. The 40-mile race will run the perimeter of Lower Lake Minnetonka with no road crossings. The race will finish where it began\, on Water Street in Excelsior. It will be a flat and fast run! We anticipate a great turnout of spectators\, making for a fun race fueled by the energy and cheers of many race fans.\n8-dog teams\, 40 miles. Limited to 35 teams.
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/lake-minnetonka-klondike-dog-derby/
LOCATION:Excelsior\, MN\, Excelsior\, MN\, 55331\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250203
DTSTAMP:20260408T095955
CREATED:20240605T200045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T194024Z
UID:10000044-1738281600-1738540799@sleddogtalk.com
SUMMARY:Caledonia Classic 2025 (Canada)
DESCRIPTION:Fort St James\, British Columbia\n100 Mile Race (7-dog)\n50 Mile Race (6-dog)\nSprint Races (4 mile – 4 dog\, 6 mile – 6 dog\, 1 or 2 dog skijoring)
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/caledonia-classic-2025-canada/
LOCATION:Fort St James\, BC\, Fort St. James\, British Columbia\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250212
DTSTAMP:20260408T095955
CREATED:20240728T180434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240728T180434Z
UID:10000053-1738886400-1739318399@sleddogtalk.com
SUMMARY:Race to the Sky (Montana)
DESCRIPTION:The race\nRace to the Sky is Montana’s premier winter sporting event\, and recognized as one of the most challenging and beautiful sled dog races in the world.  Our Races are a test of physical strength\, mental toughness\, teamwork\, and a special bond between man and his canine friends.  Working together\, teams negotiate the trail through Montana’s scenic Rocky Mountains.\nThe races were organized first as Montana’s Governor’s Cup Sled Dog Race in 1986 and we ran the first 500 mile continuous race in February of that year. Since that year\, Race to the Sky has been an Iditarod qualifier.\nIn 1989\, we became Montana Sled Dog\, Inc. Each February\, since then\, MSDI has been hosting this distance race. We have gone through several distance changes\, including adding a 250 mile race\, a 300 mile race and changing the 500 mile race to a 350 mile continuous format race.\nWe now organize three races “within” a race.  We have the 300 mile distance race\, the 100 mile junior  race and the 100 mile adult race.
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/race-to-the-sky-montana/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250208T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095955
CREATED:20250203T232243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T232243Z
UID:10000107-1739001600-1739026800@sleddogtalk.com
SUMMARY:Camp Hale Veteran's Memorial Sled Dog Race
DESCRIPTION:This race we will be honoring and remembering veterans and the sled dog history at Camp Hale. Classes include 2\, 4\, and 6-dog sled\, 1\, 2\, and open class skijor\, 1-dog fat bike\, and fun run. \nPLEASE READ CAREFULLY- All Classes include racing for both Saturday and Sunday. Total times are a composite of both day’s times. Distance and total number of dogs allowed is outlined within each class. \nPlease note on your registration your experience level. If you enter pro classes you are an advanced musher\, with experience passing or have competed in several races. If you enter sport classes you are a novice musher\, with little passing experience or this is your first or second race. \nRMSDC will also be honoring the spirit of the working dog by offering Registered Northern Breed (RNB) for all classes! If you fall into this category\, please note that in your registration. After you register\, the race coordinator will email you an additional required RNB form which must be completed and emailed back BY 2/5/25. \nDISCOUNTS! \nFor all Veterans use dicount code “veteran” for $15 off. \nRocky Mountain Sled Dog Club Members use discount code “I am a member” during registration for $10 off. \nFor participants only able to attend one day for a two day event use discount code “oneday” for $10 off. \nFor this race\, there is an extra $20 for the weekend ($10 per day) VPWRA usage fee\, so please remember to add that on to your registration. .Additionally\, due to the small parking area we are limited to only 30 participants; FIRST COME FIRST SERVE! \nShould the event be cancelled in anyway\, all entries are 40% non- refundable. \nBecome a RMSDC member at https://www.rmsdc.org/membership for $30/year! \nHope to see you and your teams at the races!
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/camp-hale-veterans-memorial-sled-dog-race/2025-02-08/
LOCATION:Camp Hale\, 10th Mountain Division Memorial Highway\, Leadville\, CO\, 80461\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rocky Mountain Sled Dog Club":MAILTO:rmsled.dogs@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250209T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095955
CREATED:20250203T232243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T232243Z
UID:10000108-1739088000-1739113200@sleddogtalk.com
SUMMARY:Camp Hale Veteran's Memorial Sled Dog Race
DESCRIPTION:This race we will be honoring and remembering veterans and the sled dog history at Camp Hale. Classes include 2\, 4\, and 6-dog sled\, 1\, 2\, and open class skijor\, 1-dog fat bike\, and fun run. \nPLEASE READ CAREFULLY- All Classes include racing for both Saturday and Sunday. Total times are a composite of both day’s times. Distance and total number of dogs allowed is outlined within each class. \nPlease note on your registration your experience level. If you enter pro classes you are an advanced musher\, with experience passing or have competed in several races. If you enter sport classes you are a novice musher\, with little passing experience or this is your first or second race. \nRMSDC will also be honoring the spirit of the working dog by offering Registered Northern Breed (RNB) for all classes! If you fall into this category\, please note that in your registration. After you register\, the race coordinator will email you an additional required RNB form which must be completed and emailed back BY 2/5/25. \nDISCOUNTS! \nFor all Veterans use dicount code “veteran” for $15 off. \nRocky Mountain Sled Dog Club Members use discount code “I am a member” during registration for $10 off. \nFor participants only able to attend one day for a two day event use discount code “oneday” for $10 off. \nFor this race\, there is an extra $20 for the weekend ($10 per day) VPWRA usage fee\, so please remember to add that on to your registration. .Additionally\, due to the small parking area we are limited to only 30 participants; FIRST COME FIRST SERVE! \nShould the event be cancelled in anyway\, all entries are 40% non- refundable. \nBecome a RMSDC member at https://www.rmsdc.org/membership for $30/year! \nHope to see you and your teams at the races!
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/camp-hale-veterans-memorial-sled-dog-race/2025-02-09/
LOCATION:Camp Hale\, 10th Mountain Division Memorial Highway\, Leadville\, CO\, 80461\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rocky Mountain Sled Dog Club":MAILTO:rmsled.dogs@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250218
DTSTAMP:20260408T095955
CREATED:20240726T174825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T174825Z
UID:10000051-1739404800-1739836799@sleddogtalk.com
SUMMARY:UP 200 (Michigan)
DESCRIPTION:The UP200 is one of the top 12-dog mid-distance races in the Midwest and is also an Iditarod qualifier. The UP200 trail covers 228 miles of challenging terrain from Marquette to Grand Marais\, Michigan\, and back again through forested land and near-wilderness. Mushers face hills\, creek crossings\, deep snow\, and isolated trails. \n30 minutes after the last musher leaves on the UP200\, the Midnight Run sled dog race begins. The Midnight Run is an eight-dog\, 82-mile race. This race is typically a faster race than the UP200. Midnight Run mushers will start in downtown Marquette\, travel to Chatham\, and then return along the same trail\, finishing at Ojibwa Casino on M-28 east of Harvey. The Midnight Run draws some of the finest eight-dog teams in the region and the competition is fierce.
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/up-200-michigan/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250217T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095955
CREATED:20241002T235917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T235917Z
UID:10000102-1739781000-1740139200@sleddogtalk.com
SUMMARY:Canadian Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Canadian Challenge\n10-dog 200 mile\n6-dog 100 mile\n8-dog 50 & 50 mile\n6-dog 30 & 30 mile
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/canadian-challenge/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250225
DTSTAMP:20260408T095955
CREATED:20240807T221117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T221117Z
UID:10000054-1740182400-1740441599@sleddogtalk.com
SUMMARY:Junior Iditarod
DESCRIPTION:The race will begin 10:00a on Saturday\, February 22\, 2025 at Knik Lake. Mushers will travel from the start\, go through Eagle Quest\, then continue to the half way point at Yentna Station Roadhouse where they will take a 10 hour layover. They will return the next day along the same route to the finish line on Knik Lake.
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/junior-iditarod/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250301T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250301T143000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095955
CREATED:20241214T235540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241214T235540Z
UID:10000103-1740816000-1740839400@sleddogtalk.com
SUMMARY:Silverton Flying Sled Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Rocky Mountain Sled Dog Club\, this fun\, fast-paced race takes place on the winding\, groomed nordic trails right in the town of Silverton. In between events\, you can walk to get a cup of coffee and a pastry! This is a two-day race with total times combined over both days. Events include 1- and 2-dog skijor\, 2-\, 4- and 6-dog sled (2\, 4\, and 6 miles)\, 1-dog fat bikejor\, and a family-friendly relay. Ski\, bike\, and sled events will include Professional\, Recreational\, and Junior classes.
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/silverton-flying-sled-dogs/2025-03-01/
LOCATION:Silverton\, CO\, Railroad Park\, Near Train Depot 852 Mineral St\, Silverton\, CO\, 81433\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rocky Mountain Sled Dog Club":MAILTO:rmsled.dogs@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250302T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250303T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095955
CREATED:20241214T235540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241214T235540Z
UID:10000104-1740902400-1741014000@sleddogtalk.com
SUMMARY:Silverton Flying Sled Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Rocky Mountain Sled Dog Club\, this fun\, fast-paced race takes place on the winding\, groomed nordic trails right in the town of Silverton. In between events\, you can walk to get a cup of coffee and a pastry! This is a two-day race with total times combined over both days. Events include 1- and 2-dog skijor\, 2-\, 4- and 6-dog sled (2\, 4\, and 6 miles)\, 1-dog fat bikejor\, and a family-friendly relay. Ski\, bike\, and sled events will include Professional\, Recreational\, and Junior classes.
URL:https://sleddogtalk.com/event/silverton-flying-sled-dogs/2025-03-02/
LOCATION:Silverton\, CO\, Railroad Park\, Near Train Depot 852 Mineral St\, Silverton\, CO\, 81433\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rocky Mountain Sled Dog Club":MAILTO:rmsled.dogs@gmail.com
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