Springfest Dryland Dog Derby

Springfest Dryland Dog Derby has moved!  This year's race will be run at beautiful Wilderness Valley Farm located in Gaylord, MI

This Race is presented by GLSDA and sanctioned by ISDRA

We will be offering the following classes in Pro, Registered Breed & Sport:

The following classes will run the 2.5 mile trail.  These classes are ISDRA Sanctioned:
6 Dog Rig
4 Dog Rig
2 Dog Bikejor
2 Dog Scooter

Men’s and Women’s Canicross

1 Dog Bikejor
1 Dog Scooter
JR Wheeled (3 Dog Rig, 1 Dog Scooter and 1 Dog Bikejor)
JR Canicross

Fun Run Classes (Saturday only):
Puppy Dog Fun Run

Senior Dog Fun Run

NOTE:  If you are entering one of the Fun Run classes and NO other classes, then you can purchase a Fun Run GLSDA Membership for $5 along with your entry.

Entries close on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 8:00 PM EDT.  No late entries or changes are permitted after the entries close.

Rules and Required Equipment
*No Whips
*No Wrist Ropes and/or Driver Restraints Allowed
*Helmets required in all Wheeled Classes and eye protection strongly recommended
*Snub Line required on 6 & 4 Dog Rigs while on trail (ISDRA)
*ISDRA Rules Apply

GLSDA Membership
GLSDA Membership is required to race and you will not be permitted to race until your membership has been paid
GLSDA Membership can be purchased online here along with your entries

Membership Contact: Dianna Koteskey, blackholenorthfarms@gmail.com

Lodging

Rustic Camping Available at Race Site, no electric, water will be available
Camping Rates: $50 for two nights, $30 for one night
Camping site can be purchased here online along with your entries

Pet-Friendly Hotels in Gaylord, MI:

Comfort Inn & Suites

831 W Main St Building A, Gaylord, MI 49735
Phone: (989) 448-4072

Hampton Inn

230 Dickerson Rd, Gaylord, MI 49735
Phone: (989) 731-4000

Tru By Hilton

1048 W Main St, Gaylord, MI 49735
Phone: (989) 217-5500

MainStay Suites

831 W Main St Building B, Gaylord, MI 49735
Phone: (989) 448-4023

Baymont By Wyndham

510 S Wisconsin Ave, Gaylord, MI 49735
Phone: (989) 217-6033