MDR Crooked Tree Canitrail

Where: Crooked Tree Trails in Sackville, NB (Tantramar Outdoor Club Trailhead - MAP LINK)

When: Saturday, September 24th, 2022

What: This event will consist of 2 races - both races will be the same trail & the same distance. You can sign up for one or both, with the same dog or with a different dog - it's up to you! Please be conscious of the temperature and the MAHDS Temperature Guidelines if you plan to race with the same dog in both events (see Rule 15.4.3 of the Rules HERE)!!

NOTICE TO PARTICIPANTS

• Be sure to read the Notice to Participants linked HERE for full, up-to-date event details and specifics.

Regional Circuit:

• This event forms part of the MAHDS Regional Circuit and will count toward year-end standings in the Canitrail Series. The series will continue into the 2023 Spring Dryland calendar and year-end standings will be determined at the end of the Spring.

Registration:

• In advance only (No race day registration available)
• **Deadline to register is Wednesday, September 21 at 6pm.**

Order of Events:

1. Participant check-in
2. Participant Briefing
3. Race 1 Start
4. Race 2 Start

Required Equipment:

Dogs: All dogs MUST be in a harness designed for running and pulling. Dogs must be 12 months of age for events 5km or longer. Dogs must be 10 months of age to compete in events up to a distance of 2km.

Canicross: A canicross belt & bungee line is strongly recommended though any hands-free running leash will be acceptable. The distance from the competitor's abdomen to the base of the tail of the dog must be at most 2 meters, when tight without elongation. However, the recommended distance is 1.70 meters. As this race is a MAHDS sanctioned event, this competition will utilize the MAHDS race rules.

Rules:

Because harness dog sports involve more than human athletes, our rules for participants incorporate more than the expected rules to ensure fair competition. These rules also address factors that can impact the health and safety of our canine and human teammates - things like the age of the dog for competition, sport-specific gear requirements for humans and dogs, trail rules (such as passing), and good sportsmanship.

All participants must review and adhere to the following documents prior to race day:

• MAHDS Rules for Participants
• MAHDS Code of Conduct

Both of these documents can be found on the MAHDS website HERE.