Race registration has closed.
COVID Guidelines
If you are not vaccinated, please wear a mask whenever you leave the area immediately around your vehicle/dog truck. If you are feeling sick, or have been exposed to COVID, please stay home.
Race Details
The race will be ISDRA sanctioned. Classes are:
- 1-2 dog bike and scooter (2.2 miles);
- 4-, 6-, and 8-dog rig (2.2 miles);
- 3-dog junior (2.2 miles);
- Canicross (2.2 miles);
- Recreational (1 mile)
Race fees are as follows: $20 for all classes except recreational and 3-dog junior. Recreational is $10 for Saturday or Sunday and $15 for Saturday and Sunday.
Check-in for the race will begin at 8 am. Please drop off forms and fees and pick up bibs at this time. There will be NO onsite registration for the race. There will be a mandatory drivers’ meeting at 8:30 am. The first class is slated to start at 9 am.
Schedule
Drivers’ meeting: 8:30 am (Saturday only)
First class: 9 am
Canicross (Sunday only)
8-dog
6-dog
1-dog bike
2-dog bike
4-dog rig
2-dog scooter
1-dog scooter
This schedule is subject to adjustment. There will be a break for lunch after 1-dog bike.
Venue
4-dog team on course
The race is held at the Manchester Water Works in Auburn, New Hampshire.
We are the guests of the Manchester Waterworks, please be courteous and respectful of the property and rules. Keep the area around your truck clean and be sure to pick up after your dogs and yourself.
Accommodations & Dining
Auburn is quite close to both Manchester and Concord, which have ample hotel and dining options.
Directions
Take Rt. 101, Exit 2. Go 7/10 mile towards Auburn. Look for 35-mph sign on right. Go slow as you go up small hill. Just after crest of hill, turn left onto Depot Rd. Go 3/10 mile to field. Drive through yellow gate on right. Please park in neat rows in the field, not too close to the trail head or on dirt roads. In light of COVID-19, please leave extra space between vehicles.
POSTPONED UNTIL SPRING
We are postponing the race until next Spring.
COVID Guidelines
The NESDC will insist that all persons (including competitors, handlers, race officials, and spectators) must wear a mask/face covering whenever they leave a 6-ft perimeter around their vehicle/dog truck. Refusal to abide by the this rule by competitors or their handlers may result in disqualification.
Competitors who are actively racing are not required to wear a mask, though we encourage their use in the start and finishing chutes. Handlers are asked to leave the start chute as quickly as possible after their team has left the start line.
If you are feeling sick, have come in contact with someone who has been sick, or are unable to wear a mask due to health issues, stay home!
There will be no canicross mass starts.Canicross starts will be individual starts in one-minute intervals.
We will announce any additions to these guidelines before the event.
Race Details
The race will be ISDRA sanctioned. Classes are:
- 1-2 dog bike and scooter (2.2 miles);
- 4-, 6-, and 8-dog rig (3 miles);
- 3-dog junior (2.2 miles);
- Canicross (3 miles)
Purse: TBD
Race fees are as follows: $40 for 8-dog rig (ISDRA fee included); $35 for 4- and 6-dog rig, 1- and 2-dog bike and scooter (ISDRA fee included); $25 for canicross (ISDRA fee included); fee TBD for Sunday-only canicross; $10 for 3-dog junior.
Check-in for the race will begin at 8 am. Please drop off forms and fees and pick up bibs at this time. There will be NO onsite registration for the race. There will be a mandatory drivers’ meeting at 8:30 am. The first class is slated to start at 9 am.
Tentative Schedule
Drivers’ meeting: 7:30 am
Canicross: 8 am.
8-dog
6-dog
4-dog
1-dog bike
2-dog bike
3-dog junior
1-dog scooter
2-dog scooter
This schedule is subject to adjustment. We will have a lunch break after the rig classes. Start times and a complete schedule will be posted on Friday, Nov. 8.
Venue
4-dog team on course
The race is held at the Manchester Water Works in Auburn, New Hampshire.
We are the guests of the Manchester Waterworks, please be courteous and respectful of the property and rules. Keep the area around your truck clean and be sure to pick up after your dogs and yourself.
Accommodations & Dining
Auburn is quite close to both Manchester and Concord, which have ample hotel and dining options.
Directions
Take Rt. 101, Exit 2. Go 7/10 mile towards Auburn. Look for 35-mph sign on right. Go slow as you go up small hill. Just after crest of hill, turn left onto Depot Rd. Go 3/10 mile to field. Drive through yellow gate on right. Please park in neat rows in the field, not too close to the trail head or on dirt roads. In light of COVID-19, please leave extra space between vehicles.
Our 2019 dryland race will be held November 9th and 10th in Auburn, New Hampshire. Registration is now closed.
Trail update: We will be using both the 2.2-mile and 3-mile loop trails. There will be no logging activity/equipment at the site this year. Some segments of the trails have been patched with rocks (approximately 1-inch crushed stone). We will update this page with photos of these segments.
Canicross changes. Canicross will run both Saturday and Sunday for those who want to compete in a sanctioned class. There will be an additional class for runners who just want to compete on Sunday (this class will not be sanctioned).
Race Details
The race will be ISDRA sanctioned. Classes are:
- 1-2 dog bike and scooter (2.2 miles);
- 4-, 6-, and 8-dog rig (3 miles);
- 3-dog junior (2.2 miles);
- Canicross (3 miles) (Saturday & Sunday for ISDRA points; just Sunday for a fun run)
Purse: TBD
Race fees are as follows: $40 for 8-dog rig (ISDRA fee included); $35 for 4- and 6-dog rig, 1- and 2-dog bike and scooter (ISDRA fee included); $25 for canicross (ISDRA fee included); fee TBD for Sunday-only canicross; $10 for 3-dog junior.
Check-in for the race will begin at 8 am. Please drop off forms and fees and pick up bibs at this time. There will be NO onsite registration for the race. There will be a mandatory drivers’ meeting at 8:30 am. The first class is slated to start at 9 am.
Tentative Schedule
Drivers’ meeting: 7:30 am
Canicross: 8 am.
8-dog
6-dog
4-dog
1-dog bike
2-dog bike
3-dog junior
1-dog scooter
2-dog scooter
This schedule is subject to adjustment. We will have a lunch break after the rig classes. Start times and a complete schedule will be posted on Friday, Nov. 8.
Breakfast and lunch will be offered for donations—all profits going to Liberty House, a home for veterans in need. Racers and spectators are encouraged to bring sleeping bags, sneakers, backpacks, and non-perishable food items for donation to Liberty House.
Venue
4-dog team on course
The race is held at the Manchester Water Works in Auburn, New Hampshire.
We are the guests of the Manchester Waterworks, please be courteous and respectful of the property and rules. Keep the area around your truck clean and be sure to pick up after your dogs and yourself.
Accommodations & Dining
Auburn is quite close to both Manchester and Concord, which have ample hotel and dining options.
Directions
Take Rt. 101, Exit 2. Go 7/10 mile towards Auburn. Look for 35-mph sign on right. Go slow as you go up small hill. Just after crest of hill, turn left onto Depot Rd. Go 3/10 mile to field. Drive through yellow gate on right. Please park in neat rows in the field, not too close to the trail head or on dirt roads.
Our 2018 dryland race will be held November 10th and 11th in Auburn, New Hampshire. There are two changes to note for this year. First, because of logging all classes will run on the 3 mile trail. Second, canicross will be held on Sunday only.
Race Details
The race will be ISDRA sanctioned. Classes will include:
- 1-2 dog bike and scooter classes (3 miles);
- 4-, 6-, and 8-dog rig classes (3 miles);
- 3-dog junior (3 miles);
- Canicross (3 miles) (Sunday only)
Purse: $1000.
Race fees are as follows: $40 for 8-dog rig (ISDRA fee included); $35 for 4- and 6-dog rig, 1- and 2-dog bike and scooter (ISDRA fee included); $25 for canicross (ISDRA fee included); $10 for 3-dog junior.
Check in for the race will begin at 8 am. Please drop off forms and fees and pick up bibs at this time. There will be NO onsite registration for the race. There will be a mandatory drivers’ meeting at 8:30 am. The first class is slated to start at 9am.
Tentative Schedule
Drivers’ meeting: 8:30 am
8-dog: 9
6-dog: 10
4-dog: 11
Lunch break
1-dog bike: 12:30 pm
2-dog bike: 1:15
1-dog scooter: 1:45
2-dog scooter: 2:30
This schedule is subject to adjustment. On Sunday, canicross will go out before the 8-dog class so this will push events back by approximately one hour.
Breakfast and lunch will be offered for donations—all profits going to Liberty House, a home for veterans in need. Racers and spectators are encouraged to bring sleeping bags, sneakers, backpacks, and non-perishable food items for donation to Liberty House.
Venue
4-dog team on course
The race is held at the Manchester Water Works in Auburn, New Hampshire.
We are the guests of the Manchester Waterworks, please be courteous and respectful of the property and rules. Keep the area around your truck clean and be sure to pick up after your dogs and yourself.
Accommodations & Dining
Auburn is quite close to both Manchester and Concord, which have ample hotel and dining options.
Directions
Take Rt. 101, Exit 2. Go 7/10 mile towards Auburn. Look for 35-mph sign on right. Go slow as you go up small hill. Just after crest of hill, turn left onto Depot Rd. Go 3/10 mile to field. Drive through yellow gate on right. Please park in neat rows in the field, not too close to the trail head or on dirt roads.
Our 2017 dryland race will be held November 11th and 12th in Auburn, New Hampshire. Registration is now closed.
Race Details
Canicross mass start. (Photo Steve Renner)
The race will be ISDRA sanctioned. Classes will include:
- 1-2 dog bike and scooter classes (2 miles);
- 4-, 6-, and 8-dog rig classes (2.7 miles);
- 3-dog junior (2 miles);
- Canicross (2 miles);
- Recreational run for 1-4 dogs (1 mile).
Purse: $1000.
Race fees are as follows: $40 for 8-dog rig (ISDRA fee included); $35 for 4- and 6-dog rig, 1- and 2-dog bike and scooter, and canicross (ISDRA fee included); $10 for 3-dog junior., $5 for recreational.
Check in for the race will begin at 8 am. Please drop off forms and fees and pick up bibs at this time. There will be NO onsite registration for the race. There will be a mandatory drivers' meeting at 8:30 am. The first class is slated to start at 9am.
Breakfast and lunch will be offered for donations—all profits going to Liberty House, a home for veterans in need. Racers and spectators are encouraged to bring sleeping bags, sneakers, backpacks, and non-perishable food items for donation to Liberty House.
Venue
4-dog team on course
The race is held at the Manchester Water Works in Auburn, New Hampshire.
We are the guests of the Manchester Waterworks, please be courteous and respectful of the property and rules. Keep the area around your truck clean and be sure to pick up after your dogs and yourself.
Accommodations & Dining
Auburn is quite close to both Manchester and Concord, which have ample hotel and dining options.
Directions
Take Rt. 101, Exit 2. Go 7/10 mile towards Auburn. Look for 35-mph sign on right. Go slow as you go up small hill. Just after crest of hill, turn left onto Depot Rd. Go 3/10 mile to field. Drive through yellow gate on right. Please park in neat rows in the field, not too close to the trail head or on dirt roads.
Race Details
Canicross mass start. (Photo Steve Renner)
The race will be both ISDRA and IFSS sanctioned. Classes will include:
- 1-2 dog bike and scooter classes (2 miles);
- 4-, 6-, and 8-dog rig classes (2.7 miles);
- 3-dog junior (2 miles);
- Canicross (2 miles);
- A recreational class for bikes/rigs/scooters and 1 to 4 dogs (one mile).
Race fees are as follows: $40 for 8-dog rig (ISDRA fee included); $35 for 4- and 6-dog rig, 1- and 2-dog bike and scooter, and canicross (ISDRA fee included); $10 for 3-dog junior; $5 for 1-4 dog recreational.
Dogs may only run in one class, with the exception of the canicross and recreational classes.
Check in will open at 8 am. Please drop off forms and fees and pick up bibs at this time. There will be NO onsite registration for the race. There will be a mandatory drivers’ meeting at 8:30 am. The first class is slated to start at 9 am.
Breakfast and lunch will be offered for donations—all profits going to Liberty House, a home for veterans in need. Racers and spectators are encouraged to bring sleeping bags, sneakers, backpacks, and non-perishable food items for donation to Liberty House.
Venue
4-dog team on course
The race is held at the Manchester Water Works in Auburn, New Hampshire.
We are the guests of the Manchester Waterworks, please be courteous and respectful of the property and rules. Keep the area around your truck clean and be sure to pick up after your dogs and yourself.
Accommodations & Dining
Auburn is quite close to both Manchester and Concord, which have ample hotel and dining options.
Directions
Take Rt. 101, Exit 2. Go 7/10 mile towards Auburn. Look for 35-mph sign on right. Go slow as you go up small hill. Just after crest of hill, turn left onto Depot Rd. Go 3/10 mile to field. Drive through yellow gate on right. Please park in neat rows in the field, not too close to the trail head or on dirt roads.
