SHCGB Leanachan Rally
Sat 25th February '06
- Sun 26th Feb '06
Location Info
Leanachan Forest sits at the foot of Aonach Mòr near Fort William and is part of the Lochaber forestry estate. It includes extensive conifer plantations and a well-built network of gravel forestry roads used year-round for recreation and forest operations.
Terrain is moderately sloped, rising toward the Nevis Range mountains. Surfaces are mainly firm forestry aggregate.
Course Description
A loop. Leanachan Forest trails are mainly forest roadsdesignated as easy grade cycle routes. The trail is moderately undulating, firm with loose surface in some places. Spectaucular scenery to enjoy whilst working your dogs – if snow, then you can imagine you are anywhere…..Canada…..Switzerland….? Faster teams may wish to consider booting.
Directions
The competitors entrance to Leanachan Forest lies 5 miles north of Fort William and 5 miles south of Spean Bridge along the A82 at the sign post for Aonach Mor / Mountain Cable Car / Auction Mart. Saturday evening supper, followed by Social Event at the Auction Mart.
SHCGB
The Siberian Husky Club of Great Britain (SHCGB) is the UK’s national breed club dedicated to the promotion and welfare of the Siberian Husky. Formed with the permission of The Kennel Club in 1977, the organisation was established to educate owners, encourage responsible breeding and promote the working heritage of the breed in the United Kingdom.
The club brings together enthusiasts, breeders and owners who share an interest in Siberian Huskies, whether for companionship, showing or working activities. It organises Open and Championship dog shows each year and supports winter working rallies where owners and their dogs can participate in harness activities and trail events.
Alongside its events, the club provides guidance on responsible ownership, breeding ethics and the health of the breed. Through education, shows and working activities, the Siberian Husky Club of Great Britain works to preserve the characteristics and traditional capabilities that define the Siberian Husky as a northern working dog.
