Entry Qualifications
The entry fee per class is $70.
Please make check payable to WYO Sleddog Events, Inc.
There is a 20 team limit per class.
Entries processed in the order received with payment.
Musher starting times will be determined by draw at musher meeting.
Driver
The driver starting at the beginning of the race shall drive the team throughout the race.
Driver's meeting 6:30 p.m. Friday, December 31, 2010.
**Attendance required**
Dogs
All entered dogs must have current Distemper, Parvo, and Rabies vaccinations.
Proof of these vaccinations must come from a Veterinarian OR, if administered by the driver, records must include type of vaccine, proof of purchase (i.e., receipt), and date of vaccination.
The twelve dog class team may consist of twelve dogs or less. The six dog class team may consist of six dogs or less.
No substitution of dropped dogs or addition of alternate dogs allowed on second day racing.
Drugs
No injectable substances of any kind, no oral or topical drugs that may suppress the signs of illness or injury, or that could enhance performance, may be used on/in a dog or be carried in the sled. A driver may not inject any substance into their dogs.
Race Giving Organization (RGO) reserves the right to collect urine samples up to one hour before and after the race.
Equipment
All harnesses shall be padded around the neck and chest areas.
All dogs shall be harnessed in single or double file.
Some type of sled shall be drawn.
Above said sled shall be equipped with an adequate brake, brush bow, and snow hook.
Above said sled shall include a sled bag capable of restraining a struggling dog, and if necessary, covering a severely injured or dead dog.
Dog bedding in dog boxes must be Certified
Dual Start Race (6 - dog class only)
The first day's starting positions shall be determined by DRAWING AT MUSHERS MEETING with Numbers 1 and 2 starting together first, Numbers 3 and 4 starting together second, etc.
The second day's starting positions shall be determined by the first day's times. The finishing list will be divided into two groups, with the fastest team in the faster group starting together with the fastest team in the slower group, followed by the fastest team in each group, etc.
Officiating
Race Marshal has the final word on any issues that may arise.
Race Marshal will be announced at Mushers Meeting.
Common sense and good sportsmanship will prevail.
Outside Assistance
Drivers may not be accompanied or paced by a snowmobile while negotiating the course.
Ski poles are forbidden
Management and Handling of Dogs
Cruel and/or inhumane treatment of any dog by any driver is strictly prohibited and will be penalized by disqualification. Use of whips or batons are forbidden.
Passing
When overtaking another team, the driver shall call "trail."
The overtaken team MUST relinquish the trail either by stopping or by slowing down their team.
When neither of the two or more teams is able to pull away from the other,
the drivers shall mutually agree on the appropriate team to lead out.
In a head-on passing situation, the homeward-bound team has the right of way and the outward-bound team must relinquish the trail.
Lost Team
In the event of a lost team, the team will not be disqualified if the driver regains control of the team, provided the team and driver complete the race trail.
Weather and Trail Conditions
The Race Marshal assumes responsibility for any postponement or alteration.
> The primary consideration will be the safety and well being of the dogs, not the comfort of the driver.
Refunds
Any entrant who withdraws prior to December 27. 2010 will receive $50.00 refund.
No refunds as of December 27, 2010.
Bibs
Drivers will wear their race bibs visible from the front and rear throughout the race.
Bibs must be returned to RGO after the conclusion of the race.
Race Location
6-Dog race is 14 miles/day
12-Dog race is 28 miles/day
Junior Mushers 2-3 miles/day
Start/Finish is at parking area at Bridger-Teton National Forest parking lot on Hwy 352, 25 miles north of Cora.
Race Start Times
Race starts 9 am each morning-12 dog class first 2 minute interval
Dual start for 6-dog 2-minute interval
Junior Class - 1 minute interval
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