SHCGB Ae Rally
Sat 2nd February '08
- Sun 3rd Feb '08
Location Info
Ae is one of the largest working forests in southwest Scotland, located near Dumfries and managed by Forestry and Land Scotland. It is a commercial conifer plantation with extensive gravel fire roads, operational haul routes, and recreational trails used by runners, cyclists, and organised events.
The terrain is rolling, with long climbs and broad descents typical of the Galloway and Dumfriesshire uplands. Surfaces are primarily hard-packed forestry aggregate, built to support timber lorries and year-round access.
Course Description
The surface will be soft underfoot with some grass areas. Not an entirely flat trail, mushers should be reasonably fit.
Directions
From North/South:
Leave A74 at Junction 15 for the A70 (signpost for Moffat/Beattock). Follow the signposts for Dumfries. Stay on the A701 for approx 16 miles, turn right following the signs for Ae village and forest. Follow organisers signs from here.
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.
