The ski joring belt is essentially a nylon strap around your waist that attaches to the tow rope with a quick release system. Where to go in Montana You'll find plenty of places for ski joring in Montana. A good bet is to follow snowmobile trails, as these are usually well packed and established. In addition, Montana hosts premier ski joring events each year. Bozeman hosts the Western Regionals, a ski joring competition held annually on the second weekend in February.
Horses pull skiers through an oval course filled with gates and jumps.
The fastest time wins. Following a similar format is the National Finals Ski Joring Races in Red Lodge. The top ski joring event in America, the event includes timed runs, as well as a jumping competition.