SDAS Bowland Trails Rally
Sat 2nd April '11
- Sun 3rd Apr '11
Event Info
Entries to Lynne Murray. Date changed from 5/6 March
Location Info
Bowland Trails is an established Nordic sports training centre in Fife, Scotland. It sits within farmland and woodland, with purpose-designed gravel trails created specifically for sled dog and canicross use.
The terrain is gently undulating farmland country, and surfaces are deliberately maintained aggregate, offering consistent footing.
- Undercover facilities for mushers meeting and presentation
- Catering: Facilities may be provided.
- Toilets: Will be available – please use them.
- Smoking/Vaping: If you feel the need, please do so in your vehicles.
- Staking Out: The parking area is not suitable for staking out dogs, however if you stake out your dogs – PLEASE fill in all holes.
- Camping: Available at rally site for a nominal fee.
Course Description
Bowland Trails is a young woodland which is specifically dedicated to running Huskies. The trails offer a wide variety of challenge and fun to both dogs and mushers with the odd view and a bit of wildlife thrown in.
The planned trail will be mostly grass, very hilly and hard going, depending on weather there may be a short section of hard-packed road (not hazardous to fit feet).
Directions
From Blairgowrie:
Take the A923 towards Dunkeld after approx 2 miles you will enter Kinloch. Look to the right for the small disused church, turn right & go up past the church, stay on this road until it ends at Middleton Farm steading (2miles). Follow the rally signs from this point.
SDAS
The Sled Dog Association of Scotland (SDAS) is a Scottish organisation dedicated to promoting and organising sled dog sports throughout Scotland. Founded in 1991 by Rick Miller, Neil Brown and Keron Miller, the association was the first group to establish a regular calendar of sled dog events in Scotland and helped place the country on the map within the UK mushing community.
The organisation runs a series of races and competitions each season, providing opportunities for both newcomers and experienced mushers to take part in sled dog sport. Events typically include dryland disciplines such as rig racing, scooter classes, bikejoring and canicross, with races often held over two-day formats that contribute to an overall championship series.
Through organised events, membership programmes and a volunteer committee, SDAS supports a community of sled dog enthusiasts across Scotland. The association emphasises sportsmanship, inclusivity and enjoyment of the sport while providing a structured environment for competitors at all levels to train, race and develop their teams.
In the UK sled dog landscape, SDAS functions as one of the main regional racing organisations, particularly focused on Scotland’s dryland racing scene and championship series events.
Event Completed
Start Date
Saturday 2nd April '11
End Date
Sunday 3rd April '11
Event Length
2 days
Enter By
Wednesday 30th March '11
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