41. Skijoring Gear From Ultra Paws Skiing with your dog is fun easy with skijoring packages from Free Spirit Outfitter. http://www.gearfordogs.com/pages/Skijoring_Gear.shtml

Monthly Special Boots for Your Dog Dog Bowls Colorful Collars ... Dog Toys special offers from GearForDogs.com. Signup here for the Ultra Paws News email newsletter. Toll Free 1-800-355-5575 View Cart Checkout Skijoring Gear Skijoring is a growing sport that combines dog sledding and cross-country skiing (or in-line skating). Your dog wears a harness and you wear the Ultra Paws patented Skijor Belt around your hips and the two are connected with a tow line. And then off you go! Choose from one or two-dog Basic Skijor or Deluxe Skijor Packages for everything you need to get started in this amazing sport. Ultra Paws skijor belt is fully padded with a tacky fabric to keep the belt in place, reflective strips for higher visibility, and available in five sizes to fit most youth or adults. The high-quality X-Back dog harness in 20 different sizes is standard with your package. Your tow-line has a generous amount of arctic bungee to cushion your dog's pull. Featured Dog Products: BASIC SKIJOR PACKAGE DELUXE SKIJOR PACKAGE TWO-DOG BASIC SKIJOR PKG. TWO-DOG DELUXE SKIJOR PKG. ... Checkout Manufacturer of Quality Dog Equipment Since 1968 Ultra Paws Toll Free: (800) 355-5575 Phone: (218) 828-0513 12324 Little Pine Road SW - Brainerd, MN 56401 USA

42. SkiJoring - Gunstock Mountain Resort The XC and Snowshoeing Ctr now has skijoring equipment for rent along with designated trails for you and your dog. Although skijoring has been very popular http://www.gunstock.com/nordic/skijourning/

@import "/_common/css/main.css"; var buttonOn = "nordic"; Home The Mountain Tickets And Passes Lessons ... Bring the Kids Nordic Center SkiJoring Cross Country Ski with your Dog!!! The XC and Snowshoeing Ctr now has skijoring equipment for rent along with designated trails for you and your dog. Although skijoring has been very popular in Scandinavia and Alaska for years, its popularity is rapidly spreading to other regions of the world. And well it should! As more races and tour companies feature skijoring, dog enthusiasts recognize it as an activity they can participate in with their dogs and minimal equipment. Hands free skiing or snowshoeing with your dog. For more information call us at 1-800-GUNSTOCK ext. 502. Route 11A, Gilford, NH (603) 293-4341 (800) GUNSTOCK Home The Mountain Tickets And Passes Lessons ... website design by Propeller

43. Skijoring And Dogsledding In The BWCA Boundary Waters skijoring information and northwoods skijoring events listings. http://www.bwca.cc/activities/skiing/skijoring.htm

Skijoring the Boundary Waters Originating in Scandinavia, skijoring, which means "ski-driving" in Norwegian, combines dog mushing and cross country skiing. Skijoring allows a dog and its owner to enjoy the BWCA winter together. Imagine journeying across a Boundary Waters lake through the glistening ungroomed snow far from civilization. Overnight winter expeditions in the BWCA are not recommended for those who have not journeyed the BWCA before and who have not winter camped before. To carry your gear, a small sled, or pulk, is recommended. Any breed of dog has backwoods skijoring potential, but larger breeds, of course have greater strength. Paul Bunyan Challenge Pro Skijor February 23-24, 2008 Bemidji, MN Snowflake International Skijoring Classic "Celebrating teamwork and bond between canine and human" Duluth, Minnesota, USA Skijoring Links: Skijoring Events Dog sledding Dog sledding Events Mush with PRIDE ... Skijor Now Have something to share on this page? Submit your stories, and photos to

44. Ravenswatch - Skijoring Belt We have been breeding Siberian huskies for twenty years. I was attracted to the breed not only because of their ability to a pull a sled but because of http://www.ravenswatch.on.ca/outfitting/dog-puppies/index.html

Phone:(705)386-2524 info@ravenswatch.on.ca CATALOGUE Dog Collars Dog Harnesses Dog Backpacks How to Order ... Interesting Links Skijoring Belt Recreational and competitive skijoring is a fast growing sport in North America. One, two, or three dogs pull a crosscountry skier over a course of varying length. You can keep both you and your dog exercised in the summer by replacing the skiis with rollerblades. The Skijor Belt package is complete with or without leg loops, tow rope with integral shock cord, quick release and double or single tug lines. Leader neckline is included in packages with double tail lines. You will also need an x-back recreatioal harness for your dog ( see item R ). Skijor belts come in xs, s, m,l, xl and are adjustable. Please remember to give us your waist measurement with your winter coat on. Colours, see charts Price $45.00 Cdn - skijor belt package without leg loops (single dog) $49.00 Cdn - skijor belt package with leg loops (single dog) $ 5.00 Cdn

45. Skijoring In New England - What Is Skijoring? - Cross Country Skiing With Your D What is skijoring? It s crosscountry skiing with your dog! Here are some New England places where you can try skijoring, along with resources for getting http://gonewengland.about.com/od/skijoring/Skijoring_in_New_England.htm

zGCID=" test0" zGCID=" test0 test8" zJs=10 zJs=11 zJs=12 zJs=13 zc(5,'jsc',zJs,9999999,'') You are here: About Travel New England Travel Winter/Spring/ Summer/Fall ... Winter Sports Skijoring New England Travel Travel New England Travel Essentials ... Winter Sports Skijoring Skijoring in New England What is skijoring? It's cross-country skiing with your dog! Here are some New England places where you can try skijoring, along with resources for getting started if you'd like to try this unique winter sport. Need a Workout? Give Skijoring a Try From MaineToday.com, here's a look at the resurgence of skijoring, a century-old sport, in Maine. It's a great way for you AND your dog to stay fit. Skijoring at Eden Mountain Lodge Eden Mountain Lodge in Eden Mills, Vermont, is owned by Vermont Skijor Champion Jim Blair. Stay here, and he can help get you started by showing you and your dog the ropes. Skijoring at the Bethel Inn The Bethel Inn in Bethel, Maine, has a skijoring loop trail available for those who'd like to try this snow sport. Skijoring at the Telemark Inn The Telemark Inn in Bethel, Maine, was the first ski touring center in the Continental US to offer skijoring packages and lessons. If you don't have a dog of your own, you can still try skijoring with the inn's Siberian Huskies.

46. Skijoring Skijoring utilizes the high spirit of the canine cruisers to inject the thrill of speed and the harmony found in the human/dog partnership into the serenity http://www.newenglanddogsledding.com/skijoring.html

591 Kings Highway, Mason Township, Maine 04217 Phone: 207-836-2703 Cell: 207-731-6888 Are you an older skier looking for new tricks? Did you begin Nordic skiing after the disenchantment of a frenetic lift-served slope? Maybe you started telemarking, or skating or teleskating and yet you are still searching for your niche on skis. Steve Crone has a suggestion for you. You need to try skijoring. For a joy beyond description you need to borrow a little steam from your faithful four-legged friend. Skijoring utilizes the high spirit of the canine cruisers to inject the thrill of speed and the harmony found in the human/dog partnership into the serenity and joy of the natural setting of Nordic trails. An added beauty of this new sport, actually a descendant of Norwegian freight transportation, is that you don't have to invest a small fortune to outfit yourself with new gear. Nordic gear, a harness for you, a harness for your dog (collars can be deadly), and a skijoring line, which is simply a regular line with a bungee attachment. That's it! You and your best friend can be off, grooving in sync down the trails. Where does one start this new sport that fuses the grace of descending in a telemark/Nordic turn, the intensity of a high speed husky and the powerful liberation from gravity in a skated stride? The wide groomed trails of the Telemark Inn in Western Maine are the perfect setting for starting your pilgrimage to skiing-Mecca. You can start slow and take a lesson from proprietor Steve Crone, and his Siberian Huskies. You might wait until you've practiced on a few trails before adding Steve's turbo-charged secret to your experience. Steve's secret is Baxter, the German, short haired pointer streak of lightning.

47. Skijoring Equipment Our skijoring belts are made of polypropylene and urethane blend fabric with double reinforced webbing and stitching for strength. http://www.nooksackracing.com/skijoring.html

About Us! Harnesses Skijoring Bikejoring ... E-mail Us! Skijoring Equipment If you want to get into one of the newest and hottest sports around, you have to have the proper equipment. Safety and comfort for both you and your dog is our highest priority. Skijor Hip Belts Our skijoring belts are made of polypropylene and urethane blend fabric with double reinforced webbing and stitching for strength. We use a 2” buckle in the front, 1” buckle for the legs and reflective tape on the back for night visibility. The form fitting style along with the adjustable through the leg straps gives you control and stability on skis that you never thought possible with a standard waist belt. Ask about available colors. Price Trekking Belts This product is a new addition the the Nooksack line. Specifically designed for hiking with your dog it is also an economical alternative for our skijoring belt. Made of a closed cell foam inner, pack cloth outer and lined with fleece from Malden Mills. Combine this item with a short skijoring line, harness and or Wolf Pack and you will experience the most comfortable hands free hiking trip with your dog while still obeying local leash laws.

48. Adn.com | Sports : Pauls, Rice Win Kincaid Klassic Skijoring Titles Pauls, Rice win Kincaid Klassic skijoring titles. Published January 13th, 2008 0143 AM Last Modified January 13th, 2008 0143 AM http://www.adn.com/sports/story/263471.html

ALASKA'S NEWSPAPER help alaska.com Anchorage Daily News Subscribe manage subscription E-Edition Alaska Statehood Celebrate the 50th anniversary of our admission into the U.S. photos memories forecast statewide Daylight : 9:38 a.m. - 4:46 p.m. Search adn.com Web powered by YAHOO! SEARCH Last Update: 9:45 AM News Anchorage Mat-Su Kenai ... Classifieds startList('nav'); Home Alaska Newsreader Obituaries Archives ... Chugiak 3, Dimond 1 Published: January 13th, 2008 01:43 AM Last Modified: January 13th, 2008 01:43 AM Terri Pauls and Bud Rice each picked up victories in the Anchorage Skijor Club's AMH Kincaid Klassic on Saturday. Story tools Comments E-mail a friend Print Digg this ... Send link via AIM Font size : A A A Rice matched Pauls, finishing the men's 5-K, 1-dog class in 14:54 to beat Mark Worchester by 15 seconds. Anchorage Skijor Club's AMH Kincaid Klassic Saturday at Kincaid Park Women's Results 5-K, 1-dog

49. Fairbanks Daily News-Miner » Archive » Wayward Muskrat Goes From Skijoring Tra Wayward muskrat goes from skijoring trails to Chena River home Mara Bacsujlaky was skijoring around Creamer’s Field on Sunday afternoon when she saw http://newsminer.com/2007/12/11/10357/

Fairbanks Daily News-Miner The Voice of Interior Alaska since 1903 Home Subscribe Business Directory Find A Job ... Contact Us January 24, 2008 Search Search this Web site Home Local Opinion Sports ... ArcticCam Member of the RealCities network E-mail article Print article Wayward muskrat goes from skijoring trails to Chena River home By Tim Mowry Staff Writer Published December 11, 2007 Neither Bacsujlaky or her two dogs, Hershey and Frosty, knew what to make of it. Figuring chances were better that it was a porcupine or confused beaver, Ross called Bacsujlaky and quizzed her about the encounter. Sure enough, Ross found where Bacsujlaky had run into the rodent and he and fellow naturalist Mike Taras, an education specialist at the Department of Fish and Game, tracked it 300 yards through the snow almost to the edge of College Road in front of the Department of Fish and Game offices. The rodent appeared to be getting plenty to eat, reported Ross. It was Taras who actually found the animal hunkered down in the snow. As was the case with Bacsujlaky, the rodent surprised Taras by rearing up and baring its teeth.

50. Skijoring As folks living in the rural areas of the snowbelt states know all too well, automobile travel can be downright impossible at times during the winter http://www.motherearthnews.com/Homesteading-and-Self-Reliance/1982-01-01/Skijori

Subscribe to Mother Earth News only $1.67 an Issue Magazine Library Tips ... Shopping Web www.motherearthnews.com Customer Service Subscribe Renew Contact Us ... Print Quickly bookmark Skijoring at January/February 1982 Skijoring Image Gallery Tools: Image Gallery E-mail this article Print this article Share Comments ... RSS feeds Articles: Feedback on CANINE CASH CROP More from Mother Earth News Tips: Mother Offers Santa a Tip for 2008 How to Choose a Generator to Provide Emergency Power More from Mother Earth Living If you're hankering for a bit of outdoor adventure this winter, here's one way to go. Try... by Miki Collins As folks living in the rural areas of the snowbelt states know all too well, automobile travel can be downright impossible at times during the winter months . . . when snow-packed and - drifted roads tend to be the rule rather than the exception. Here in the bush country of Alaska, however, my sister Julie and I welcome heavy snowfalls. Once a good, thick, white blanket covers the ground, you see, we can hitch up our sled dogs and begin another season of canine-powered cross-country skiing! Skijoring, or skiing with the help of a pulling dog, combines some of the speed and the excitement of alpine schussing (downhill skiing) with the wide range of travel that's possible in ski touring. It's a fast and practical way to get about, too. When skijoring on an open trail—towed by two or three dogs—I can easily cover over 40 miles a day . . . a fact which allows me to enjoy the sport while running a trapline, toting groceries out to our isolated homestead, or just exploring the countryside.

51. Skijoring the scootering/skijoring has been wonderful for the dogs and myself, it has strengthened our bond. Best of all I can set the dogs up to be good because they http://www.awarenesspet.ca/skijor.html

Skijoring " the scootering/skijoring has been wonderful for the dogs and myself, it has strengthened our bond. Best of all I can set the dogs up to be good because they love scootering and skijoring......it's a win win situation. Happy, tired dogs are good dogs ! Thanks again for helping us." Lynn What is Skijoring? Skijoring is a new and fast growing sport ! It combines cross-country skiing and dog mushing. Skijoring literally means ski-driving in Norwegian, as this sport originated in Scandinavia. Skijoring allows both dog and owner to exercise together as a team as you glide across the snow enjoying the great outdoors. Why go Skijoring? Great canine fitness training for your dog during the winter, as well as for yourself. Perfect way for both of you to stay healthy, fit and get lots of fresh air ! Keep your agility dog in top shape, and keep your dog's mind active learning new things. Just have FUN. Your Dog will Love it Most dogs just love to skijor. They enjoy the exercise, getting to meet other dogs and people, the outdoor scents, and being with their owners. Why just walk your dog if you can learn to skijor. Breed of Dog Used Any breed of dog that is at least 14 kg. (30 lbs.) and loves to run can learn to skijor. They must be in good health. Younger dogs that are still growing can still learn to skijor, but you should check with your vet regarding the amount of exercise your breed of dog should have.

52. SkiJoring In Mt. Hood Oregon - Travel Oregon Cross country skiing with man s best friend. A clinic will be presented March 17 and then a trail day on March 24 at the Mt. Hood Meadows Nordic Center. http://www.traveloregon.com/Explore-Oregon/Mt-Hood-Columbia-River-Gorge/Upcoming

53. Skijoring The Maine made Skijoring belt comes in Small, Medium, Large and Extra Large sizes and they are adjustable so you get the perfect fit! http://www.mainely-dogs.com/skijoring.htm

Home History Photos About Us ... Our Dogs Skijoring for the outdoor recreational enthusiast. S kijoring with your dog? Do you have a pair of cross country skies and one or more dogs that pull? If so, all you need is a harness for your dog and a belt and line for you and you're all ready to skijor. For those who can't wait for snow - this skijor equipment works great with in-line skates, too! Pictured to the left is our Leonberger Bremen in harness. ...extra padding for good back support The harness you'll need for skijoring is the same as the one that you use for dog sledding. The picture below that shows the skijor belt made by Mainely-dogs. Notice that the belt is 4" wide and has extra padding for good back support. The connection between the belt and line is a quick release snap and the line contains a bungee portion to absord the jerk of take-off. If you need a book to help you out, Skijor with Your Dog by Mari Hoe-Raitto and Carol Kaynor is your title. This book is a practical guide to skijoring for anyone interested in dogs, skiing and winter fun. Skijoring The Maine made Skijoring belt comes in Small, Medium, Large and Extra Large sizes and they are adjustable so you get the perfect fit! $45.00.

54. Missoulian: Doggie Skijoring Pulls Into West Glacier And if not, well, then come on by anyway, because there are sure to be some pretty good crashes at the first annual Doggie Skijoring Race, Jan. http://www.missoulian.com/articles/2008/01/18/unwind/unwind02.txt

var initialtab=[8, "sc8"] //set the default topnav tab Make Missoulian.com your home page Montana Ski Report Search Articles: Missoulian Missoulian.com Thursday, January 24 2008 Home News Sports Community ... Dealer Services This week's most popular Arctic air blasts into Montana Harringtons lived with a passion for life Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Being black in Montana can be a lonely experience Public Record for Monday, January 21, 2008 ... Posted on Jan. 19 Archived Story Doggie skijoring pulls into West Glacier By MICHAEL JAMISON of the Missoulian WEST GLACIER - If your pooch can pull, and if you can stand stable on skinny skis, then the race is on up in West Glacier. And if not, well, then come on by anyway, because there are sure to be some pretty good crashes at the first annual Doggie Skijoring Race, Jan. 19, at the Glacier Outdoor Center. Skijoring is an age-old Scandinavian sport, where a human on skis is pulled by an animal, or team of animals. Doggie skijoring, then, is just what it says it is - a skier in tow behind his or her hound - not as fast as equestrian skijoring but much, much saner. Usually. Depends, really, on how many dogs you hook up.

55. 013. Skijoring Equipment Carol Kaynor adds that the use of a shock cord (aka bungee cord) is recommended in the skijoring line. It is an important enhancement over a regular towline http://stason.org/TULARC/animals/dogs/working-faq/013-Skijoring-equipment.html

stason.org TULARC Dogs Working 013. Skijoring equipment stason.org Articles Development Books ... Site Map Search Favorites Chest of Books I want a better... Meta Religion StasoSphere ... MailChannels Hosted by Description This article is from the Working Dogs FAQ , posted to rec.pets.dogs newsgroup. Maintained by Cindy Tittle Moore with numerous contributions by others. 013. Skijoring equipment Skijoring really only requires six simple components. A skier (you!), a dog (or dogs!), an x-back harness, a tow line, padded belt, and cross country skis. You MUST know how to cross country ski VERY well to do this. The harness has been discussed previously, there is no need to discuss the skis, and the tow line is just that a line that connects you to the dog(s). This leaves the padded belt. These can be purchased or made. The idea is that you put the belt on, attach the tow line to it, attach the dogs to it, and go! Some people prefer to use a handle to hang on to rather than attach the dogs to them. The handle can then be dropped if the dogs pull you into trouble! Others feel that it is best to use a belt and execute a controlled fall in case of trouble rather than risk having the dogs injure themselves in a tangle when a handle is dropped. Carol Kaynor adds that the use of a shock cord (aka bungee cord) is recommended in the skijoring line. It is an important enhancement over a regular towline and is easier on both the dog's back and the skier's back. Also recommended is a quick-release system of some sort between the belt and the line, for safety's sake. In Fairbanks, a "quick point of detachment" is actually written into the race rules for skijoring.

56. Skijoring In Alaska - Dog Pulled Skiing Skijoring dog-pulled skiing - information and resources for the state of Alaska. http://gonw.about.com/od/skijoringinalaska/Skijoring_in_Alaska_Dog_Pulled_Skiing

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58. Skijoring & Dog Backpacks This elasticized, 3/8” polyethylene bungee link attaches to a rope leader section when skijoring with two dogs. Use this instead of the standard skijor line http://www.akkosports.com/english/skijoring_backpacks.htm

Enjoy winter with your dog... AKKO Sports is pleased to offer Skijoring equipment for recreation or competition. Mukluk Belt - great starter belt! Features a heavy nylon exterior over a closed cell foam liner, 4" wide for excellent back support. The belt attaches with a large fastex buckle. The towline, in 1" polyweb, is an integral part of the belt the skijor line snaps onto the welded D-rings at each end. BJ28-NFM $32.50 CDN Skijoring educational brochure available - ask us. Nordic Competition Belt This belt gives more back support and is available with or without thigh straps. It has a nylon exterior over a closed cell foam liner, with a "non-slip" backing. It includes the removable skijor towline (illustrated). The skijor line attaches to the center O-ring to help in cornering. NOTE: the skijor line (see below) is not included. BJxx-NFN Without thigh straps: $49.50 CDN

59. Three Rivers Park District Dogsledding and skijoring are permitted on designated trails within Three Rivers Park District. With the exception of the multiuse trail at Baker Park http://www.threeriversparkdistrict.org/trails/trails_skijoring.cfm

Park Trails Skijoring and Dogsledding Trails Dogsledding and skijoring are permitted on designated trails within Three Rivers Park District. With the exception of the multi-use trail at Baker Park Reserve and Elm Creek Park Reserve, a special-use permit is required; call the Park District staff at 763/559-9000 for further information, permits and maps. Crow-Hassan Park Reserve (5 ½ miles) Elm Creek Park Reserve (11 miles) These are designated sections of snowmobile trails, open for dogsledding and skijoring weekdays during daylight hours and weekends/holidays from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. These trails are packed. A special-use permit is required. Use caution as snowmobile trails are heavily used on weekends and holidays. Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve (3 miles) The designated trail is shared with horseback riders (no snowmobiles) and is open during daylight hours. This trail is not packed. A special-use permit is required.

60. The Lake Is The Boss: Skijoring.....kinda Sorta Skijoring is a kind of cross between sled dog running and cross country skiing. I dug out an old skijoring harness from a previous mutt, hooked the boy up, http://gitcheegumeeguy.blogspot.com/2008/01/skijoringkinda-sorta.html

skip to main skip to sidebar The Lake is the Boss Kayaking, photography, camping, fishing, hunting, philosophical happy hours, good humor,and other activities that take place on or near Lake Superior. Sunday, January 13, 2008 Skijoring.....kinda sorta When the SKOAC Renegade Racing team trained up in Mora last weekend, we had Rookie the Wonder Dog accompany us on the Memorial Trail loop. Yesterday I figured if he could run the trails he might as well be dragging me behind him. Skijoring is a kind of cross between sled dog running and cross country skiing. I dug out an old skijoring harness from a previous mutt, hooked the boy up, and headed for the 4k golf course loop. The only problem was what sort of line I might use to hook me to the dog. Being a guy who likes multipurpose gear and hates buying a piece of equipment that can only do one thing, I figured my Lotus Designs towing rig from my kayaking pfd should do the trick. It has a nice wide belt, a quick release buckle, and a sturdy carbiner. If I can tow another kayak with it, Rookie should certainly be able to tow me. My skijoring theory was that if the VoiceOfReason was skiing ahead The Rook would trot along and follow her. This theory worked well about 50% of the time. We humans with our exceedingly poor sense of smell just don't realize the olfactory pleasures that lie at the base of nearly every tree and fencepost, especially in public areas. Other breaks of course, had to be taken when nature called. The whole skijoring concept seemed to work OK however, at least well enough so I'll try it again. The poor guy was so tired and mildly traumatized when I stuck him in the car after the 4k loop, that he didn't even do his usual whining and complaining. He just laid down with a somewhat quizzical look on his face as if he was saying, "I don't know what the heck that was but it seemed kinda fun; how did I do?". I plan on getting him out again to get both of us a bit better shape. The goal will be to see if we can go straight down the trail at least 60% of the time next time out. Gotta do this in little chunks I guess.

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