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Come and Try + Training Day

  • SA Sled Dogs Glen Devon Road Mount Pleasant, SA, 5235 Australia (map)

OPEN TO EVERYONE AND ALL AGES
BEGINNERS AND EXPERIENCED MUSHERS
ALL BREEDS ARE WELCOME
COME JOIN IN THE FUN!

Does your dog love to run?
Have you ever wondered about sled dog racing?
Our Training Day is the perfect opportunity to try Dryland Sledding!
Come out and see what all the fun is about.
Dryland Sledding is open to all breeds and Beginners, there will be equipment to borrow and club members will be on hand to show you what it is all about. So what are you waiting for, try sledding this year!

ENTRY GATE VIA GLEN DEVON RD, MOUNT CRAWFORD OPPOSITE MCBEAN RD then follow signs to campsite/race site

CAMPING (From 1pm Saturday) and Toilets on site.
YOU MUST HAVE A PERMIT to camp, spot checks by ForestrySA - Link to permit is on our website sasleddogclub.com.au
For campfires please fill out an application form on our website, campfires must be approved by the club and meet the ForestrySA rules.

BBQ Catering Sunday after training, so bring some change if you want some brekky.

We will be running on two different tracks, one approximately 2km loop and the other approximately 3.5km.
2km track will be for beginners and anyone wanting to do a shorter track early in the season.
3.5km track is for experienced mushers and anyone wanting to train at a greater distance.

EXPERIENCED MUSHERS CHECK IN 6AM
DRIVERS MEETING 6:30AM

NOVICE/BEGINNERS & JUNIORS CHECK IN 8:30AM
DRIVERS MEETING 9AM

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW & BRING
-Dog with collar and lead
-Water & Bowl (for dog) is essential
-Bike Helmet
-Comfortable clothing
-Pair of runners
-Drop line or crate (to keep hands free)
-Equipment available to borrow
-Participating dogs must be 12 months old
-All dogs attending event must have proof of up to date minimum C3 vaccination

Link to Entry Form and Camping permit will be posted on Facebook so keep an eye out closer to the event.
Hope to see you out there!

Earlier Event: 18 May
Elysian Springs - A Taste of Greece
Later Event: 19 May
Birdwood Farm Day