November 2nd & 3rd, 2024

Fort Custer Recreation Area
5163 Fort Custer Drive, Augusta MI 49012

Sponsored by and governed under Mid Union Sled Haulers (MUSH)

This is a 2-day race. All classes run two days unless otherwsie noted.

Beginners welcome! ***MUSH membership respectfully required.***

We do politely request your dog(s) are able to pass and be passed cleanly.

Required Equipment Basics, per MUSH rules:

1. Each dog must have appropriate "Y" harness that does not restrict movement.
2. Necklines required on all but single leaders.
3. No pinch/choke collars or muzzles. 
4. Bungee line required in bike, scooter, and canicross.
5. Helmets required in wheeled classes.
6. Belt required for canix.
7. All bikes, scooters, rigs must have adequate brakes. Bike brakes must be independent of chain. (Bikes that back-pedal to stop are prohibited.)
8. Safety snubline required on the trail for rig teams. Snubline start for rigs (separate snubline).
9. Lines must connect from front stem of bike/scooter. (No side attachments or driver restraint methods.)
10. Scooters must be appropriate dog scooters built for rugged terrain (rigs also allowed as substitute).

Entry deadline: TUESDAY, October 29 at 6pm ET

This race has head-on passing in ALL classes!

Race updates and all necessary info will be shared to the official Fort Custer Dryland Facebook page. You are responsible for keeping yourself in the loop! 

Classes Offered are listed below (not necessarily in order). Mileage depends on weather. Check back often and watch FB for any updates - 

5k Canicross Options
• 1-dog Men's / Womens Canicross Race (3.1 miles per day, awards 1st-3rd each) $16
• 2-dog Hike/Jog/Walkers Welcome (3.1 miles SATURDAY ONLY, for fun, no awards) $5

5-Dog Rig (2.9 miles) $16
3-Dog Rig (2.2 miles) $16
2-Dog Bike (2.2 miles) $16
2-Dog Scooter (2.2 miles) $16
1-Dog Bike (2.2 miles) $16
1-Dog Scooter (1 mile) $16
1-Dog Junior Canicross (1 mile) $5
2-Dog Junor Wheeled (1 mile) $5

NEW! Senior Dog Dash - Aimed at dogs 9yrs+: wheels, walk, or run – Saturday only, structured start (you will be told when to leave the chute) but not timed, 1-3 dogs, 1 mile. $5

Cani-Fun Walk/Run - Great for newcomers! This is a beginner canicross class for new members. Experienced MUSH members invited as well. Puppies and old dogs welcome. Saturday only, structured start (you will be told when to leave the chute) but not timed, 1-2 dogs, 1 mile. $5

To purhcase a MUSH membership, please use the online form at the MUSH website and then send money via PayPal (instructions are on the form). Membership link: https://www.midunionsledhaulers.com/membership-form

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Michigan State Park Recreation Passport REQUIRED to have a vehicle on park property (even spectators).

4 Things to Know About Parking For Dog Mushers:

1. All parking will be in campsites 111-219. Booking a campsite ahead of time is NOT required if you are not staying overnight but you do need the MI Park Passport to enter the park at all.
2.  For traffic safety and to avoid congestion on the roads, all musher vehicles must be parked within a campsite during race hours. You do not have to pay extra for a site if you are just parking there for a few hours during the race day (but you do need your park passport no matter what). 
3. Booking a campsite IS required if you are staying on park property overnight. Alternatively, many will leave overnight and come back in the morning (this is considered "day use" during race weekend and is allowed with a MI park passport). 
4. To reserve a campsite online, you MUST use code "FallMush2024". Log in or create an account on the MIDNR reservation website. Go to Your Profile. Then click Reserve Group Hold. Follow prompts. 

A reminder related to #3: musher parking etiquette requires you to park in the same spot both days. Do not steal your neighbor's spot on Sunday just because you beat them to the race site. Thank you. 

Entry deadline: Tuesday (Tuesday! Tuesday! Tuesday!) October 29 at 6pm ET.