Volunteers will sit on points on the trail to maintain racer safety.
Dryland Dash
The Dryland Dash is a part of the UP 200, just takes place in the fall. This race will take place in Negaunee Township October 11-12! A great event to see what these teams do to prepare themselves for the winter race season |
The Upper Peninsula Sled Dog Association will host the 9th annual UP200 Dryland Dash on October 11 and 12, 2025.
Races start at 9am both mornings at the Negaunee Township Park, which is located at 42 M-35 in Negaunee, MI 49866. The event will feature races for wheeled rigs, scooters, bikes and canicross with 1, 2, 4 and 6-dog teams competing on a two mile loop. Musher’s two-day times will be totaled to determine winners of the $2500 cash purse.
This is a free event and spectators can watch these fast, amazing canine athletes eagerly compete for a share of the prizes. Different breeds of dogs, purebred or mixes will be used in the races. Come, watch sled dog races without snow, ice or long distances!
For more information, contact event chair Meg at Volunteer@up200.org.
Details
| 12 and older | |
| Is Family Friendly | |
| Is Outdoors | |
| Inclement Weather Plan: All weather, please dress accordingly! | |
| Is Not Wheelchair Accessible | |
| Cold |
Location
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42 M-35
Negaunee Township Hall Negaunee, MI 49866 |
Shifts
| Begins | Duration | Open Spots | Respond |
|---|---|---|---|
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Sat Oct 11, 2025 @ 8:30am to 12:00pm |
3.50 hours | 13 of 15 | Respond Individually Respond as Team |
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Sat Oct 11, 2025 @ 11:00am to 2:30pm |
3.50 hours | 12 of 14 | Respond Individually Respond as Team |
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Sat Oct 11, 2025 @ 2:00pm to 5:30pm |
3.50 hours | 13 of 15 | Respond Individually Respond as Team |
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Sun Oct 12, 2025 @ 8:30am to 12:00pm |
3.50 hours | 14 of 15 | Respond Individually Respond as Team |
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Sun Oct 12, 2025 @ 11:00am to 2:30pm |
3.50 hours | 6 of 7 | Respond Individually Respond as Team |
