November is coming to an end and the winter season of fun in Jackman is about to begin. Starting off this winter in Jackman is a Sled dog race, the 1st one being in December.

They are also sponsoring a dinner - auction that night of December 9th at the Clubhouse.
Lots of food and fun for all and the proceeds go to the Sled Dog Club.
For tickets or more information, please call Beth at 207-668-2042.

2006-2007 Jackman area Race Schedule:
The first race is the Moose River Run scheduled for December 9-10.
The second in Jackman is the Plum Creek Challenge on January 6th and 7th.
Then finally, the Northeast Championship is scheduled for March 2-4.
(4.5, 7, and 15 mile loops with a dual start)

These Dog Sled races draw Mushers from around the world including world gold medallists so whether you are a participant or a spectator, there is lots of fun for the whole family.

Although you cannot be on all the trails to watch these wonderful animals and their Drivers (Mushers), there is one area we have gone that you can see them in action. Another option is the club invites anyone to join them to work on the trails where you can really have an opportunity to be up close to the race and see the ""on- trail"" action.

Or go to the Border Riders Clubhouse and you can be right in the middle of the excitement at the start and finish lines. Then when you need to warm up, have some laughs in the clubhouse, get a snack and listen to the stories the drivers may tell.

Another part of these races that I enjoyed is the Scandinavian sport of Skijoring. The dogs pull their driver on skis, no sleds involved. Originally, these skiers were pulled by horses. I am not sure which would be harder!!

All Races will be held at the Border Riders Sportsman Club in Dennistown, just north of Jackman.

The sled dog races in Jackman are organized by the Jackman Sled Dog Club and the Down East Sled Dog Club.
If you would like to enter or want more information please go to their website at
http://www.desdc.org/ or call 207-539-8486