Mandatory Equipment Race Rule:  C.2.d - A snub line (a long rope used to secure the team) SHALL be carried on the sled. 
A complete copy of the MUSH Constitution/By-Laws/and Race Rules maybe be downloaded from the Membership page.
All drivers are expected to know and conduct themselves in accordance with the MUSH race rules.  

**TRAINING EVENT CANCELLATION POLICY**
MUSH will now be able to cancel our training events.  Members are responsible for checking the website or calling the Cold Line 810- 964-MUSH after 6:00 pm on Thursday's before a weekend event.

TRAINING SESSIONS 2009

Sept. 26-27 Gary's Lead Dog Training- Gary Loebrich 989-687-5461 Oct. 10-11 Lost Lake Boy Scout Camp/Fall meeting, Farwell, MI- Gary Loebrich 989-687-5461  Oct. 17-18 Belding MI.-George Rousseau 616-794-9958 Oct. 24-25 Au gres, MI- Jill Miller 989-876-8890 Oct. 31-Nov. 1  Lost Lake Boy Scout Reservation, Farwell, MI- Gary Loebrich 989-687-5461 Nov. 7-8 Fort Custer St. Park, Augusta, MI-Gary Loebrich 989-687-5461 Nov. 21-22 Boy Scout-Camp Rotary, Clare, MI- Tom Knoll 989-687-2087 Dec. 5-6 Mount Morris, MI- Bob & Faith Anderson 810-275-5966   * Check back as some dates and locations may change *

MUSH RACE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS  
(unless otherwise published)

SATURDAY 9:30 am Drivers Meeting (mandatory) 11:00 am 3 Dog Class & Junior Class 12:00 pm 5 Dog Class 1:30 pm 7 Dog Class 2:00 pm Skijoring 2:30 pm 1 Dog Class (ages 5 - 12) 3:00 pm Weight Pull SUNDAY 10:00 am 3 Dog Class & Junior Class 11:00 am 5 Dog Class 12:30 pm 7 Dog Class 1:00 pm Skijoring 1:30 pm 1 Dog Class (ages 5 - 12) 2:30 pm Awards Ceremony

RACE SCHEDULE 2010
* Contact Director of Timing for race entry information.
Clicking the Race name will open the race form in Adobe Acrobat Reader for printing, 
clicking on the city and state link will take you to a Google map of the location

Don Minzey, Director of Timing,  will be in sunny Florida (musher my a**) for the first two races of the season (Fort Custer and Lost Lake #1). Al Fritzler ( AKA the Bib Nazi) has graciously agreed to take on the daunting responsibility of being the Director of Timing for these two races. To facilitate the scheduling of these two races we are asking you to send the entries for these two races ONLY, to: Al Fritzler 7168 Farrand Rd. Clio, MI. 48420. If you have any questions call Don at 810-239-7207 or Al at 810-639-5414.

Jan. 9-10 Fort Custer St. Pk., Augusta, MI  *CANCELED* Jan. 16-17 Lost Lake Boy Scout Reservation, Farwell, MI  *RESULTS* Jan. 23-24 Clear Lake St.Pk. , Atlanta, MI  *RESULTS* Jan. 30-31 Sunrise Side Sled Dog Race, Alabaster, MI  *CANCELED* Feb. 6-7 Lost Creek Sky Ranch, Luzerne, MI  *CANCELED* Feb. 13-14 Thunder Bay Classic at the Alpena Sportsman Club, Alpena, MI - Paulette Sharp  Feb. 20-21 Lost Lake Boy Scout Res. #2, Farwell, MI   Feb. 27-28 The Rock, Drummond Island, MI   March 6-7 Far from Nome at Lost Lake, Farwell, MI

Remember Mushers: Race forms must be postmarked by the previous Saturday to avoid late registration fees. Also remember to fill out the front and back of the form. If you wish to send in all the forms at the same time you can use one envelope but MUST include a separate check for each race.

RACE ETIQUETTE GUIDELINES

The following constitutes "Sportsmanlike conduct"

In an effort to maintain mushing's profile as a "FAMILY" recreational activity that can be enjoyed by  all ages, we feel we need to actively encourage mushers to take responsibility for the behavior of their dogs on the trail and off.

Good etiquette requires responsible action by each member and is necessary for the safety of both dogs and drivers. A safe run with courteous participants makes for an enjoyable sport for all. Beginners are entitled to the same courtesy on the trail as the veteran driver - help them learn good sportsmanship from your example. A musher who sacrifices good sportsmanship for a win does not belong on the trail. 

However, acknowledging that some mushers may act irresponsibly, enforcement guidelines have been set to insure that all incidents are handled as fairly and impartially as possible. Un-sportsmanlike conduct should be protested in order for proper disciplinary action to be taken.  Disciplinary action can not be taken without a written protest. 

1. No loose dogs allowed at any time.
2. Spectators should not bring pets to a race even on a leash. Mushers should advise any guests not to bring pets.
3. Mushers may not walk dogs on a leash during racing hours (10:30 am to 4:00 pm Saturdays, and 9:30 am to 2:00 pm Sundays). Except for dogs harnessed for an event.
4. A musher shall not put his dogs on a picket line and then leave the race site (example: to go to town to get something to eat).
5. Parking:
   a.  Do not block right-of-ways.
   b.  Always park in same spot both days.
   c.  Respect your fellow mushers space needs - ask if in doubt.
6. Race time etiquette:
   a.  Introduce yourself to mushers around you to see if they will need any assistance, also this is a good time to seek help from them if you need it. Don't wait until five minutes before you are supposed to be in the starting chute to find someone to help you get to the line!!!
   b.  Make yourself available for help during race.
      1.  Trail help is always needed and welcomed, remember those who were trail help during your class could use your help during their class. 
      2.  Chute help is always needed and welcomed. 
      3.  Help teams to and from the start and finish.
      4.  Keep parking area and dog area clean and dispose of garbage and dog droppings properly (in dumpster if available or take with you).
7. A dog bite is a serious offense and should always be reported to the Race Marshall. A written protest allows the Race Marshall to take appropriate action to ensure the safety of participants and spectators alike. 

Protests resulting in disciplinary action will be printed in The Sled Hauler.

	2008/2009 RACE RESULTS Lost Lake Boy Scout Camp - Farwell, MI RESULTS Clear Lake St. Park - Atlanta, MI RESULTS Sunrise Challenge - Augres, MI RESULTS Lost Creek Sky Ranch - Luzerne, MI RESULTS Lost Lake Boy Scout Camp #2 - Farwell, MI RESULTS The Rock - Drummond Island, MI RESULTS
2007/2008 RACE RESULTS Sunrise Challenge - Augres, MI RESULTS Lost Lake Boy Scout Camp - Farwell, MI RESULTS Clear Lake St. Park - Atlanta, MI RESULTS Lost Creek Sky Ranch - Luzerne, MI RESULTS Wooden Nickel Memorial Race - Baldwin, MI RESULTS The Rock - Drummond Island, MI RESULTS Farwell's Far From Nome - Farwell, MI RESULTS	2006/2007 RACE RESULTS Lost Lake Boy Scout Camp - Farwell, MI RESULTS Clear Lake St. Park - Atlanta, MI RESULTS Sleepy Hollow St. Park - Lainsburg, MI RESULTS Lost Creek Sky Ranch - Luzerne, MI RESULTS Wooden Nickel Memorial Race - Baldwin, MI RESULTS Rainbow Lodge - Newberry, MI RESULTS	2005/2006 RACE RESULTS Clear Lake St. Park - Atlanta, MI RESULTS Lost Creek Sky Ranch - Luzerne, MI RESULTS Wooden Nickel Memorial Race - Baldwin, MI RESULTS The Rock - Drummond Island, MI RESULTS Rainbow Lodge - Newberry, MI RESULTS
2004/2005 RACE RESULTS Atlanta - Atlanta, MI RESULTS Lost Lake Boy Scout Camp - Farwell, MI RESULTS Wooden Nickel Memorial Race - Baldwin, MI RESULTS The Rock - Drummond Island, MI RESULTS Double JJ - Rothbury, MI RESULTS	2003/2004 RACE RESULTS Ft. Custer Rec. Area - Battle Creek, MI RESULTS Double JJ Resort - Rothbury, MI RESULTS Lost Lake Boy Scout Camp - Farwell, MI RESULTS Clear Lake St. Park - Atlanta, MI RESULTS Sleepy Hollow St. Park - Lainsburg, MI RESULTS Lost Creek Sky Ranch RESULTS Wooden Nickel Memorial Race - Baldwin, MI RESULTS The Rock RESULTS Gould City Classic RESULTS	2002/2003 RACE RESULTS DoubleJJ Lost Lake Scout Camp Clear Lake State Park Lost Creek Sky Ranch The Wooden Nickel Drummond Island-The ROCK Gould City