Cancelled
BSSF Bowland Trails Championship Rally
Sat 17th March '18
- Sun 18th Mar '18
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.
BSSF
The British Sleddog Sports Federation (BSSF) stands as the UK’s premier organization for advancing sled dog sports both domestically and internationally. Founded by athletes from various disciplines, the organization promotes sled dog racing while maintaining high standards of animal welfare. As a full member of the International Federation of Sleddog Sports (IFSS), the BSSF facilitates UK teams’ participation in European and World events while working with organizations to host competitions and provide training programs.
The sport of canicross emerged through the skijor community as athletes sought to maintain their dogs’ fitness during snowless months. The inaugural UK race in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, organized by Nicky & Iain Hutchinson and Matt Hammersley, attracted more than 25 competitors across Canicross, Scooter, and Bikejor categories. The sport has since flourished, with some races drawing over one hundred participants.
The BSSF’s commitment to inclusivity supports all levels of participation, from beginners to elite athletes. Newcomers require basic equipment: a dog running belt, a sprung lead measuring 1-2 meters, and an appropriate working harness. Through their mapping system, interested participants can locate local clubs and begin their journey in sled dog sports, starting with short runs and basic directional training.
Event Cancelled
Start Date
Saturday 17th March '18
End Date
Sunday 18th March '18
Event Length
2 days
Start Time
08:00
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