Snopeak Events

07/02/2025

Another busy weekend timing the Scottish Championship series organised by the Sled Dog Association of Scotland , this time up in the Highlands of Scotland in the picturesque grounds of Darnaway Forest owned by Moray Estates. I deployed two timing systems, primary and backup along with display screen which showed race rankings throughout the day and also a LED display which allows the competitor who has just completed the trail to see their time. The attached video shows Keith Hutchon, a competitor in the 6 dog class, coming through the finish, he also is a butcher at JB Penmans in Crail. Events photography by Studio 57 North

20/01/2025

Another busy weekend timing for Sled Dog Association of Scotland in the picturesque grounds of Bowhill owned by the Duke of Buccleuch, another new venue for this season. On arrival I was told that no vehicles were allowed on the trail which meant some quick replanning was required as I would not be able to operate out of my trailer. The forecast for the weekend was dry and a little over freezing, so opted for just one timing system and printer ably powered by my Anker SOLIX which didn't even consume 10% of it's charge on the Saturday. I certainly had an office with a view this weekend 👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿😎

Many thanks to everyone who made this weekend such a success, special mention for Kayleigh & Shane who looked after baby shark who was staying cosy in my trailer back in the camping field inbetween looking after their dog and their committee duties. Glowing reports from the competitors on how they loved the technical trails and the occasional undulating ground, I was glad I was in the Recreational class and not the Bikejor class 😀
Hope everyone from all over the country made it home safely and looking forward to the next race of series, the popular Darnaway, Leafy Heights in 2 weeks.

Thanks to Skinner's for sponsoring this race season.

Snopeak Sleddogs

02/12/2024

The middle weekend of a busy 3 weeks saw me head up north for the Scottish leg of the BSSF - British Sleddog Sports Federation National Championships hosted by Moray Dog Sports who kindly invited me to compare their race. A great weekend of racing was enjoyed by all as well as a few laughs on the start line. Timing for the series is provided by my good friends at What's My Time Ltd and they are always a joy to work with, race results available on their website - https://www.whatsmytime.co.uk/ it was also good to see Jackie Burrell from Horses for Courses Photography who is the official series photographer - https://www.horsesforcoursesphotography.uk/

This coming weekend I'll be back up in the Highlands doing the race timing for the Sled Dog Association of Scotland, maybe see you there.

All the best for the rest of the season 😎

Snopeak Sleddogs
Ewan Robertson

01/12/2024

Ready for day 2 at BSSF - British Sleddog Sports Federation

22/11/2024

Everything is taking shape nicely, watched the opening ceremony earlier and snow forecast overnight as 15 counties prepare to compete for World Championship titles.

Keep up to date with live results -
https://my.raceresult.com/316672/?fbclid=IwY2xjawGt0BhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHfewcvZfLxezJm8okeMW1s0cm3su5DDKO010hZ73VumJh8jtDdRqMDA9dA_aem_5IL52dzaalwhYPzqk1umHQ

Snopeak Sleddogs
Ewan Robertson

12/11/2024

I am delighted to announce that the weekend after the WSA I'll be about 600 mile north at the 1st round on the National Championships with the BSSF - British Sleddog Sports Federation at Burgie House , many thanks to Moray Dog Sports Group for making this happen.
If you haven't entered yet, there is still time, it would be great to see you there 😎

***National Championships Round 1 - Burgie***
Ewan, the voice of the National Championships is back for Burgie.
Don't forget to complete the speaker form and bring it with your chip list and waiver forms to registration
Entries close on Friday night @ 21:00 15/11
To enter - https://thebssf.org.uk/2024-25-round-1-burgie-house

14/09/2024

Looking forward to once again working with the WSA when they hold their world championship race in our country.

2024 WSA DRYLAND WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP IN HAUGHLEY PARK (UNITED KINGDOM)

Please find below the details for the 2024 WSA Dryland World Championship in Haughley Park (UK). The Championship will take place from 23 - 24 November 2024.

Program (provisional):
- Stake out opens: 21 November @ 12:00 hrs
- Vet check: 21 November (12:00 – 20:00 hrs) & 22 November (09:00 – 17:00 hrs)
- WSA General Assembly: 21 November @ 19:00 hrs (further information to follow)
- Trail inspection: 22 November from 15:00 hrs - 17:00 hrs on foot, bike or scooter. NO DOGS!
- First team leader meeting: 22 November @ 16:00 hrs
- Opening ceremony: 22 November @ 18:00 hrs (assembly 17:45 hrs)
- Further team leader meetings: 23 and 24 November @ 07:30 hrs
- First start first heat: 23 November @ 8:30 hrs
- Mushers' dinner & party: 23 November @ 19:00 hrs
- First start second heat: 24 November @ 8:30 hrs
- Start relay: 24 November @ 15:00 hrs
- Price giving ceremony: 24 November @ 16:00 hrs

Race Marshal: Arno Steichler

Fees:
- Fee to secure starting places: €20 per place. This is a non-refundable fee that will be deducted from the starting fee. Should the Championship need to be cancelled, this fee will remain with the organisers to cover the costs they incurred.
- First start: €120 (this includes 1 voucher for the mushers’ dinner. Additional vouchers for the mushers’ dinner cost €26).
- Second start: €60
- Juniors: Free (includes 1 voucher for the mushers’ dinner)
- Late payment fees for entries/payments received after the first payment deadline: €20 (applies also to juniors)

Please note:
- To be able to compete at the 2024 WSA Dryland World Championship, mushers need to have paid for their WDL for the 2024/25 season.
- All payments (starting fees and WDL fees) must be made by our national members. Payments by individual mushers will be returned.

Deadlines:
- 18 October: Final deadline for WSA members to request starting places and pay fees to secure starting places
- 8 November: First payment deadline
- 15 November: Second (final) payment deadline
Changes to classes entered can be made by the team leader until the first team leader meeting (22 November @ 16:00 hrs).

Registration:
- National WSA members must request the number of starting places they require no later than 18 October
- Mushers are now able to register for the WSA Dryland World Championship by going to https://racedata.wsa-sleddog.com
- All competitors must be confirmed by their national WSA member.

Further information:
Event website: https://www.wsahaughley2024.co.uk/
page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551830526961
Special deals on ferry crossings across the English Channel: https://www.wsahaughley2024.co.uk/getting-there

Preparations for the Championship are well underway, and we are looking forward to seeing many of you in Haughley Park in November!

The WSA Board

25/06/2024

While I spend just about the whole of the Royal Highland Show providing the commentary in the Forestry Arena, I did manage to spend time in the main arena!

23/06/2024

Check out our Scottish Championship 80ft Pole Climb at The Royal Highland Show



Royal Highland Show
Scottish Woodlands
Ponsse UK
Chainsaw Creations
Fuelwood
ILH Groundcare Machinery
Kipper Hire Ltd
A.W Jenkinson Woodwaste
Houghall College
NSR Communications LTD
Chainsaw Creations, Culbockie
Sam Bowsher Chainsaw Carving

22/06/2024

Not a cloud in the sky!
Royal Highland Show
ILH Groundcare Machinery
Chainsaw Creations
Fuelwood
Ponsse UK
ScottWilson54
Scottish Championship 80ft Pole Climb at The Royal Highland Show
NSR Communications LTD
Sam Bowsher Chainsaw Carving

20/06/2024

It's show time

19/06/2024

So looking forward to working with ScottWilson54 at this year's Royal Highland Show again in the Forestry Arena

https://youtu.be/i_hE9A3BH-c?si=kW8Adqr55GyhwRSk

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17/06/2024

16/06/2024

It's getting closer

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17/02/2024

The station manager was out galavanting, so got on with checking some lighting and did some programming for the 3 stage day/night race next week

28/01/2024

Getting ready for the last day of the 40th Anniversary CSJ & SHCGB Aviemore Sled Dog Rally

26/01/2024

Looking forward to a great weekend

𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗛𝘂𝘀𝗸𝘆 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗕 𝗔𝘃𝗶𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗗𝗼𝗴 𝗥𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆

𝘉𝘺 Siberian Husky Club of Great Britain (SHCGB)

In 1983, Penny and John Evans were asked to help make a film about sled dogs for the BBC children’s programme, Blue Peter, in Aviemore. It was while in the Scottish Highlands, they conceived the idea of a sled dog race and the first Siberian Husky Club of GB Aviemore race was held in 1984 around Loch an Eilein.

The rally soon moved to Glenmore and, from an initial 12 teams, it rapidly grew in numbers, reaching its highest entry in 2005 at 235. For many years, the Aviemore event was the largest dryland race in the world and attracted significant crowds of spectators. Organising such a large event is a huge task and over its 40 year history, numerous people have been involved in making the Aviemore weekend happen. There are too many to name everyone involved but some of the key people include: Penny Evans, John Evans, Alan Bowering, the first Team Aviemore of Sarah Robinson, Paul Keen, Guy Redwood and Steve Taylor; Kenny and Lindsey Sutherland, Keith Givens, Mark and Tracey Squires, Hugh and Judy Wakker, Pete and Kaz Jones and Pete Wright. Team Aviemore really is a big team.

The Aviemore race is run on Forestry and Land Scotland trails through Glenmore Forest. Over the last few years, the FLS new Land Management Plan for the area has introduced new environmental restrictions, making the race very challenging to put on. Unfortunately, we are no longer able to overcome these restrictions and it is with great sadness that we have to announce the 2024 Aviemore race will be the last.The Siberian Husky Club of GB Aviemore race has been an iconic event and made memories for hundreds of Club members over the years. Not many sled dog races across the world have run for 40 years so, as a Club, we must be proud of this great achievement. It is with great sadness that we now bow out but appropriate that our last race should be the 40th anniversary and we guarantee you, it will be a great event and a real celebration for us all.

Photo - John Evans on Loch an Eilein early 1980s. Photographer Unknown