As more races and tour companies feature skijoring, dog enthusiasts recognize it as an activity they can participate in with a couple of dogs and minimal equipment. Skijor competitions associated with sprint races are usually 3 to 10 miles in length, but there are a couple of 50 mile and 20 mile endurance events hosted by the Alaska Skijoring and Pulk Association . Just be sure dogs are welcome are the trails you use. As with all sled dog sports, with a little digging you can probably find a mentor who will help you get started in this exciting sport. If you are new to sled dog sports, I highly recommend that you review the Sled Dog Care Guidelines at the P.R.I.D.E. web site.
Many additional clubs offer skijoring classes at their organized events.
Once you have subscribed, you will receive copies of messages that you and others send to the listserver. The Sled Dog Inn , Flagstaff, Arizona - Beginner skijoring. We supply all the gear including the dogs. Pick our brains on getting started with this wonderful sport. We have been skijoring for the past ten years both distance and sprint.