Race History
Race History
Montana Sled Dog, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation through the I.R.S. and the State of Montana. We are also celebrating our 25th anniversary in February. They were organized first as Montana’s Governor’s Cup Sled Dog Race in 1986 and they ran the first 500 mile race in February of that year.
In 1989, they became Montana Sled Dog, Inc. Each February since then, MSDI has been hosting this distance race. It has gone through several distance changes, including adding a 250 mile race, a 300 mile race and changing the 500 mile race to a 350 ...
Education
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Educational Opportunities
Understanding working dogs and their relationships with their owners can provide a powerful insight into sled dogs. We at Race to the Sky embrace the opportunity to show civic groups as well as schools the humane and very special care these dog athletes receive. Contact us if you would like more information regarding our educational opportunities.
Educational Book Available
A classroom curriculum on teamwork for schools is available. This educational book is available for $10 to anyone wishing to teach teamwork and learn more about Race to the Sky ...
Race Routes
Race Routes
The Race to the Sky continues to grow in its reputation as a competitive event dedicated to challenging both mushers and their teams. The Race is a challenge unequaled in the sport because it is the most mountainous trail offered in the sport of distance mushing.
The trail borders three nationally-designated wilderness areas and climbs to 6,000 feet. There is nothing like being behind a dog team on a moonlit night, shooting stars racing by, and the only sound within range is your own.
Events
Friday, January 29
6:00-midnight Microbrew Review and Cool Dog Ball, Civic Center, Helena
Friday, February 12 (All Friday events take place in Helena)
10:00-noon School visits
10:00-4:00 p.m. Mushing Art Show, Capitol Rotunda
noon-3:00 p.m. Vet Check, Front circle of Capitol Building
6:00-9:00 p.m. Musher Dinner, Drawing for Places, Musher Auction for Rides
& Dance, Elks Club (Purchase a ride for Lincoln Restart on Sunday)
Saturday, February 13, Camp Rimini and Butte
10:00 a.m. Official Start at Camp Rimini for 350 Mile Race, near Helena
3:00-4:00 p.m. Junior Vet Check, corner of Park & Dakota, Uptown Butte
4:00 -10:00 p.m. Arrival of teams at Woodville Exit (near Butte) ...
Mushing Symposium
Race to the Sky
Sled Dog Racing Symposium
September 12-13, 2009
Red Lion Colonial Inn
Helena, Montana
If You Race Sled Dogs - You
Cannot Afford to Miss this Event!
Whether you are a beginner looking to run your first long distance race, or you are a old hat with dozens of races under your belt - you need to recognize the importance of learning from others. There is no doubt, that most mushers are independent minded ...
Media Gallery
Race to the Sky Media Gallery
Browse our collection of images, photos, art work, and videos, of the Race to the Sky Long Distance Sled Dog Races.
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Buy a Mile
Buy a Mile and Support the Race
SPECIAL - For Every 2 miles $20 you purchase
We will send you a $10 Perkins Restaurant Gift Certificate
Redeemable in Missoula, Butte, Bozeman, and Hamilton
For only a measly ten dollars - you can make a direct impact on this years race. Purchase one (or several) of the 500 miles available for our 25th Year Celebration of Sled Dog Racing here in the Great State of Montana.
Simply Click on the Support button below and help us make this the best race ever. Once you have paid with our secure checkout - you can select the ...
2006 Race Photos
2006 Race to the Sky Photos
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Images can not be reproduced in any form.
Photos by Ray La Foy
Race Elevations
Race Elevations
Race to the Sky sled dog race is one of the most challenging long distance race in North America. With a terrain that crosses the continental divide heading south out of Camp Remini, to the 6000 ft elevations of Huckleberry Pass and Richmond ridge - Race to the Sky provides breath taking beauty as well as challenging terrain.
Latest News
TO: All media
FROM: Pam Beckstrom
DATE: February 16, 2010, 5:00 p.m.
RELEASE: Immediately
Four more mushers have crossed the finish line for Race to the Sky 350 mile race. Rick Larson finished at 1:03 with 12 dogs, Jarle Halsnes finished at 1:45 today, Laura Daugereau finished at 2:13, Chris Adkins finished at 3:04 with 12 dogs, Ryne Olson finished this afternoon at 3:22 p.m. Also to finish was Cindy Gallea at 4:10 p.m. with 12 dogs and Lachlan Clarke to finish at 4:20 p.m. with 10 dogs.
On the way to the finish line next will be Steve Madsen, who left Seeley ...
Become a Race Sponsor
Become a Race Sponsor
Becoming a Race to the Sky Sponsor is a win-win relationship for any business. We have put together multiple marketing packages that will serve the dual purpose of promoting Your Business to the general public AND helping us with putting Race to the Sky -Long Distance Sled Dog Race, A Montana Tradition on.
We are putting together a series of Public Service Announcements to air on both radio and TV from now until the race in February 2010. We have sponsorships available for these high visibility PSA at a very low cost per thousand ...
2008 Race Photos
2008 Race to the Sky Photos
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Images can not be reproduced in any form.
Photos by Ray La Foy
Sponsors
Race Sponsors
Generosity is another great Montana tradition, and we couldn't do this without the generous help of our sponsors. The companies and people listed below make this race possible. For information on becoming a sponsor and related benefits to your business or organization contact us at: info(at)racetothesky.org or phone (406) 881-DOGS. Thanks to our volunteers that sponsor us with their time each year. There isn't a price tag on your support!
Helena Microbrew
Bert & Ernies, Gusto Distributing, Sandy Macs, & Mountain Country. The Microbrew Review & the Cool Dog Ball is the major fundraiser for Race to the Sky each year. ...
Race Rules
Race Rules
Montana Sled Dog, Inc., P.O. Box 76, Olney, MT 59927
406-881-DOGS, info@racetothesky.org
25th RACE TO THE SKY SLED DOG RACE
February 12-17, 2010
OFFICIAL RULES AND INTERPRETATION
SECTION I - ENTRY, PRE-RACE AND EQUIPMENT
A. ENTRY FEE
1. The entry fee for the 350 mile race is:
If entered before 10/15/09 $350.00 If entered before 1/15/10 $500.00
If entered before 11/15/09 $400.00 If entered before 2/1/10 $550.00
If entered before 12/15/09 $450.00 Final late entry 2/10/10 $650.00
2. Entry fee for the 100-mile Junior Race is: $100.00
No telephone entries will be accepted. Mushers requesting to enter as a late registrant must call (406) 881-DOGS prior to February 10, 2010 ...
Mushers
Montana's
Race to the Sky
Sled Dog Races 2010
List of Entries 25th Anniversary Celebration
Entries February 12, 2010
350 mile - Gary
Rawson, Gary is a 52 year old manufacturer’s representative for
semiconductor and scientific markets from Portland, Oregon. His kennel
name is Red Oak Kennel and he has been mushing for two years. He got
started visiting Kennels in Alaska, handling at the Iditarod, and then
handling for several races in the lower 48. He has raced the Cascade
Quest and will be running Alaskan huskies. In the lead will be Cloud,
Oak, Popeye, and Soda. His personal sponsors include: Bob Sullivan,
Brian Dunn, Dan & Joyce Gover, Daniel and Rachel ...
Race Videos
2009 Race to the Sky Videos
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Here for High Resolution Version
Mushers Sign-up
Mushers Signup Form
2010 Race to the Sky Entry Form
Musher Name______________________________Address______________________________
Day Phone & Area Code___________________ Night Phone____________________________
E-mail Address ________________________Handlers’ Names __________________________
Entry Fees and Deadlines:
1. The entry fee for the 350 mile race is:
If postmarked before 10/15/09 $350.00 If postmarked before 1/15/10 $500.00
If postmarked before 11/15/09 $400.00 If postmarked before 2/1/10 $550.00
If postmarked before 12/15/09 $450.00 Final late entry 2/10/10 $650.00
2.The entry fee for the 100 mile junior race is: $100.00
DEADLINE for regular entries and withdrawal for half entry fee is January 24, 2010. Late entries will be accepted until February 10 (10:00 a.m. MST), provided the musher pre-registers by calling (406) ...
2007 Race Photos
2007 Race to the Sky Photos
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Photos by Ray La Foy, Thomas Henderson, Barbara Watts
Race Updates
2010 Race to the Sky Update - Saturday February 13th
Rimini to Elk Park Results
Jarle Halsnes 5:01 12 dogs
Laura Daugereau 5:08 12 dogs
Rick Larson 5:16 12 dogs
Cindy Gallea 5:17 12 dogs
Lachlan Clarke ...
Contact
If you have questions, would like information, or wish to volunteer, please use the form below or e-mail us at info (at) racetothesky.org or give us a call at (406) 881-3647, fax us at (406) 881-3648. Our address is: Montana Sled Dog, Inc., P.O. Box 76, Olney, MT 59927
Contact Form
Press Releases
TO: All media
FROM: Pam Beckstrom
DATE: February 16, 2010, 5:00 p.m.
RELEASE: Immediately
Four more mushers have crossed the finish line for Race to the Sky 350 mile race. Rick Larson finished at 1:03 with 12 dogs, Jarle Halsnes finished at 1:45 today, Laura Daugereau finished at 2:13, Chris Adkins finished at 3:04 with 12 dogs, Ryne Olson finished this afternoon at 3:22 p.m. Also to finish was Cindy Gallea at 4:10 p.m. with 12 dogs and Lachlan Clarke to finish at 4:20 p.m. with 10 dogs.
On the way to the finish line next will be Steve Madsen, who left Seeley ...
Vet Program
Race to the Sky 2010 Veterinarians
Dr. Steve Bowen, DVM (Head Vet)
Dr. Bowen is a 1971 graduate of the University of Georgia, College of Veterinary Medicine and was named as its Distinguished Alumnus in 2006. He practices companion animal medicine in El Centro, California. Though living in the desert below sea level Dr. Bowen has a passion for Sled Dog medicine. He has served as a trail vet for the Iditarod (3 times) and as Head Vet for the Siskiyou 200. Dr. Bowen enjoys camping, fishing and hunting. He has been a very active volunteer for over 40 years at all ...
Race Info
Race to the Sky Sled Dog Race Information
What and Who We Are
Montana’s premier winter sporting event is the Race to the Sky. Celebrating our twenty-fifth year, we are recognized as one of the most challenging and beautiful sled dog races in the world. It is an unusual test of physical power, mental toughness, teamwork, and the special bond between man and animal. Working together, they negotiate the trail through Montana’s scenic Rocky Mountains.
Montana Sled Dog, Inc. (the nonprofit parent corporation of Race to the Sky) is a private, non-profit 501(c)3 corporation managed by a volunteer board of directors. Donations ...
2009 Race Photos
2009 Race to the Sky Photos
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Photos by Ray La Foy
Sled Dog Art
Exclusive Race to the Sky Sled Dog Art
Limited Edition Prints
RACE TO THE SKY ART COLLECTION
Race to the Sky produces for sale an annual, signed, limited edition print of an original work of art showcasing the visually stunning aspects of sled dog racing. Presented here is a collection of the Race's art prints over the years.
Many of the featured artists live and work in Montana, and all have contributed in one way or another to Race to the Sky. If you like their work we encourage you to contact them.
This year's print is $25, and some from past years ...
2004 Race Photos
2004 Race to the Sky Photos
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Photos by Ray La Foy
