Mannsville Quest
at
C.C.C. Camp
Winona State Forest
Lorraine, NY
February 20th and 21st, 2010
Two Day Mini Mid-Distance Race
Race Results:
The event has been completed. The race results can be found here.
Event Updates:
February 17, 2010: Modifications throughout the page to add "fun" sprint classes in the afternoon.
Sponsored By:
Clubs:
- Greater Washington Siberian Husky Club
- Seneca Siberian Husky Club
- Siberian Husky Club of Delaware Valley
- Pennsylvania Sled Dog Club
Individuals:
- Laura Anderson and Romil Limson
- Rich and Liz Stanaitis
- Roland and Carolan Appleton
Registration Form:
The registration form is available for download here: Registration Form. Please see the "Documents Available for Download" section near the bottom of this page or the "Forms and Documents" link on the left side of the page for any other downloadable forms or documents related to this event.
Registration deadline is February 17th, 2010. No entries will be taken on the day of the race.
This Event Will Offer:
- 4 dog mini mid-distance race
- 6 dog mini mid-distance race
- 4 dog sprint "fun" sprint class
- 6 dog sprint "fun" sprint class
- Up to 4 dog sled or skijor "fun" sprint class
Entry Eligibility Restrictions, Limitations and Requirements:
The mid-distance part of the race is only for Nordic Pure Breeds which are:
- Siberians
- Alaskan Malamutes
- Samoyeds
All dogs must be AKC registered to include ILP through the AKC and any kennel club that is recognized by the AKC such as Canadian Kennel Club or United Kingdom Kennel Club. Papers will be checked prior to the race.
The afternoon "fun" classes have no pure breed restrictions at all.
As per the Summer 2006 Board meeting it is a new PSDC policy that all participants of PSDC racing events are required to be current PSDC members. Participants who are not current PSDC member may join during the registration process. Membership is not included with the race entry.
Important Venue Restrictions:
- Please do not consume alcohol on NY state land or during PSDC event.
- No dumping or damage to property is allowed on NY state land.
- All dogs must be under control at all time.
- Dog owners must clean up after their dogs at both the show grounds and lodging.
- No dog teams will be crossing the road in other than the designated road crossing area
- There is NO parking for ANYONE allowed on the road, NO EXCEPTIONS
Event Schedule:
| Saturday, February 20th, 2010: | |
|---|---|
| 8:00AM-12:00PM | On site entry ONLY for sprint classes and dinner ticket sales |
| 9:00AM | Mid-distance Driver meeting MUST ATTEND |
| 10:00AM | First class starts - 6 dog event |
| ½ hour after prior event completes | 4 dog event |
| 12:30PM | Sprint class drivers meeting and bibs |
| 1:00PM | 4 dog sprint "fun" sprint class |
| 1:45PM | 6 dog sprint "fun" sprint class |
| 2:15PM | Up to 4 dog sled or skijor "fun" sprint class |
| 6:00PM | Dinner at Mannsville Fire Hall |
| Sunday, February 21st, 2010: | |
|---|---|
| 8:30AM | Driver meeting MUST ATTEND |
| 9:00AM | First class starts - 6 dog event |
| ½ hour after prior event completes | 4 dog event |
| 1:00PM | 4 dog sprint "fun" sprint class |
| 1:45PM | 6 dog sprint "fun" sprint class |
| 2:15PM | Up to 4 dog sled or skijor "fun" sprint class |
Sanctioning:
This event will not be sanctioned by any organization but race officials can certify mileage and completion of event(s) for breed specific requirements.
Distances:
| Race | Day 1 Distance | Day 2 Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 6 Dog Purebred Mini Mid-Distance Sled | 15.5 miles | 15.5 miles |
| 4 Dog Purebred Mini Mid-Distance Sled | 10 miles | 4.9 miles |
| 6 dog sprint "fun" sprint class | 4.9 miles | 4.9 miles |
| 4 dog sprint "fun" sprint class | 4.9 miles | 4.9 miles |
| Up to 4 dog sled or skijor "fun" sprint class | 2.3 miles | 2.3 miles |
Trail Description:
The trail is a loop race with a 20% possibility of head on passing in the 6 dog, but it is not a closed loop, meaning you will need Gee/Haw leaders. Parts of the trails are wide dirt roads and other parts are trails through the woods, some of the trails will be well packed and others might not have been groomed since the last snow fall. There are areas where the hills are steep both up and down but also trails that are flat and wide. In most places an "on by" pass is doable as most trails can handle side by side teams. The trails will be marked with color plates and if you have missed a turn or gone down another trail you will see a colored pie plate signifying you missed a turn or are on the wrong trail. You will also have a map with you that will show you the trails. It is actually quite easy as far as navigating and trail markings, but challenging to be on the sled.
This is not a "cakewalk course" even though we are starting out north on Bargy Road South. The four dog teams will go approximately 10 miles 1 st day and 4 miles 2nd day, and the six dog teams will go approximately 15.5 miles both days.
There will be one check point, bib number verification and driver must initial next to his/her name..
The four dog trail route for the first day will be:
Start Chute will be South of CCC Camp on Bargy Road to Tail Trail South to Hessel Road East to Alices Alley South to Teds Turn West to Bargy Road North to Hessel Road West to Franks Fancy South to Winona Way West to Hessel Road North/Hessel Road East to Franks Fancy North to Bargy Road North to Finish Line.
The four dog trail route for the second day will be:
Route will be the same as the 4 mile sprint course as used previously for the Mannsville Quest Sled Dog Derby.
The six dog trail route for both days will be:
Start Chute will be South of CCC Camp on Bargy Road to Tail Trail South to Hessel Road East to Alices Alley South to Teds Turn West to Bargy Road North to Hessel Road West to Franks Fancy South to Winona Way West to Hessel Road North/Hessel Road East to Franks Fancy North to Bargy Road South (Possible 20% head on pass approximately 1.5 miles, wide cart road) to Dog Leg North East to Dog Leg Extention East to Alices Alley North to Hessel Road West to Tail Trail North to Bargy Road North to Finish Line.
We are running on some of the best trails in the world so check out becoming a member of the Winona Forest Recreation Association (WFRA) and help support the trail system!
You can find maps of Winona Forest, NY at http://www.winonaforest.com/, there are also links to these maps in the "Documents Available for Download" section near the bottom of this page.
Purse Payouts and Awards:
Purse amount an breakdown to be announced.
Each class will also receive trophies/plaques for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Each class will also receive a Red Lantern Award and one overall award for Sportsmanship will also be awarded. The Driver Sportsmanship award is to be nominated by the drivers and will be given to a driver for events that occurred during the race or connected to the race. One award will be given to a non-sled dog driver who has been most supportive to the races.
The "fun" races will be "bring a prize, get a prize" between $5 and $10 per prize.
Entry and Event Fees:
Sorry, but we cannot accept foreign currency. All fees must be paid in U.S. dollars.
| Race | Fee |
|---|---|
| 4 dog race | $40.00 |
| 6 dog race | $60.00 |
| 4 dog sprint "fun" sprint race | $10.00 |
| 6 dog sprint "fun" sprint race | $10.00 |
| Up to 4 dog sled or skijor "fun" sprint race | $10.00 |
Included with the entry fee for the mid-distance race will be dinner the evening of the 20th, see below for details.
Dinner for anyone other than those who have entered the mid-distance race will cost $15 for adults, and $7.50 for children.
The entry fee also includes grooming fees.
Purebred Mid-Distance Race Organizer:
Carolan Appleton
Address: 101 Grist Mill Road, Glen Mills, PA 19342-1629
Phone: (610) 358-3590
E-mail Address: knegakennel@comcast.net
"Fun" Sprint Race Organizer:
Christina Gates
Address: 10288 Dayton Rd., Remsen, NY 13438-4100
Phone: (315) 831-2025
E-mail Address: christina@subzerodogs.org
Kennel: Subzero Kennels
Web Site: http://www.subzerodogs.org/
Event Information:
The trail selection will incorporate dogs' stamina, drivers' abilities and how you work and train together as a team.
The "fun" sprint racing will be low-key and relaxed.
Photographer:
There will be professional photographer on site.
Event Rules:
Rules for the Mannsville Quest will follow the format of ISDRA, including trail passing, sled and equipment inspections. There will be checkpoints along the way to help prevent wrong turns because of the interconnecting trail system at the site. These will not be a stop and sign, only a numbers verification by the checker and musher, i.e. the musher will call his number to the official checker, official checker will call the number back to the musher. Once all teams are in and the check points are verified the timers' official posting will stand. The dog yard will be at parking area #4 the Winona State Forest CCC camp.
Protests and race related concerns that happened on the trail should be brought to the race marshal's attention within 15 minutes of finishing the race in a civil manner. Serious complaints will be required in writing after the problem is brought to the race marshal's attention. The race marshal will determine if the complaint should be written up and his judgement is final.
One check point will require drivers to sign their initials on the roster.
Dogs don't have to wear booties, just have a set available for each dog.
Equipment Checked and Carried:
- Sled bag capable of holding 1 dog. Note requirement for 100 square inches (10" x 10") of mesh for ventilation has been dropped.
- Brake system on sled.
- Snow hook
- Brush bow
- 1 set of booties for each dog
- 1 additional tug line (or leash)
- 1 additional neck line
Food:
Dinner:
A buffet style dinner with either ham, turkey or roast beef including potatos, vegetables, rolls and butter, coffee, tea, soda and desert. There will be a donation bar that will have beer, wine and mixed drinks. The dinner will take place at the Mannsville Fire House at approximately 5:30 PM; additional dinner tickets can be purchased for $15.00 per person (adult) children 15 and under are ½ price, please let the registrar know of extra meals needed. All are invited to the awards dinner regardless of whether you have competed or not. Please make sure you do register and sign up for any extra meals needed so we can have an (almost) accurate count. The dinner is informal so from the race/dog yard to the table will be fine.
Dumpster:
There will be a dumpster on site for garbage and dog waste, so you don't have to haul all of that stuff home! Donations are welcome to help pay for the dumpster.
Question & Answers e-mail (mid-distance race): Carolan Appleton, knegakennel@comcast.net Question & Answers e-mail ("fun" sprint race): Christina Gates, christina@subzerodogs.orgRace Marshall: Mark Broughton
Trail Boss: Rich Stanaitis
Race Timers: Dennis Joyce and John Gates
Race Registrar (mid-distance race):
Carolan Appleton
Address: 101 Grist Mill Road, Glen Mills, PA 19342-1629
Phone: (610) 358-3590
E-mail Address: knegakennel@comcast.net
Race Registrar ("fun" sprint race):
Christina Gates
Address: 10288 Dayton Rd., Remsen, NY 13438-4100
Phone: (315) 831-2025
E-mail Address: christina@subzerodogs.org
Kennel: Subzero Kennels
Web Site: http://www.subzerodogs.org/
Registration deadline for the mid-distance race is February 17th, 2010. No entries will be taken on the day of the race. No phone entries.
Note that registration for the "fun" sprint classes will be on Saturday morning only, no preregistration is necessary.
Make checks payable to the Pennsylvania Sled Dog Club or (PSDC).
On-Call Veterinarian:
Kirstin Anderson
Phone Number: (315) 785-8000
Pager Number: (315) 779-6310
On-Site Veterinary Technician:
Christina Gates
Documents Available for Download:
Directions to the Event:
To access Google Maps for directions with the correct location preloaded, Please click here. This page will allow you to enter your starting location, and will get you directly to the race site. THIS IS THE RECOMMENDED WAY TO GET DIRECTIONS! This will enter coordinates as a DESTINATION, not an actual street address!!! You may enter YOUR street address as a starting point to get directions from your location to the campgrounds. If you choose the "satellite" view (button in the upper right corner of the map) you can clearly see the race site at the destination.
From I-81, take exit 39 (Mannsville), go east at the stop sign, go straight through intersection at US Route 11 onto County Route 90. Follow County Route 90 signs (& race signs). C.C.C. camp will be on your left.
Directions are also available from the WFRA Website, at http://www.winonaforest.com/directions.html.
To use your GPS or electronic instruments to find the way for you enter the coordinates: 43.712718N, 75.970423W
Please make sure any directions you get from Google Maps or your GPS do not take you over the seasonal roads that are groomed snow trails in the winter. All roads used to access the event are plowed.
Hotel Listing:
Harris Lodging
Address: 141 Salisbury Street, Sandy Creek, NY 13145
Phone: (315) 387-5907
Web Site: http://www.harrislodging.com
Brenda's Motel
Address: 644 County Route 48, Altmar, NY
Phone: (315) 298-2268
Phone: 1-888-298-5054
Web Site: http://www.brendasmotel.com
Port Lodge Motel
Address: 7351 State Highway 3, Pulaski, NY 13142
Phone: (315) 298-6876
Web Site: http://www.portlodge.com
Double Eagle Lodge
Address: 3268 State Highway 13, Pulaski, NY 13142
Phone: (315) 298-3326
Web Site: http://www.doubleeaglelodge.com/
Red Carpet Inn
Address: 3723 State Route 13, Pulaski, NY 13142
Phone: (315) 298-4717
Web Site: http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g48451-d675091-Reviews-Red_Carpet_Inn_Pulaski-Pulaski_Finger_Lakes_New_York.html
Scottish Inn
Address: 3723 State Route 13, Pulaski, NY 13142
Phone: (315) 298-4717
Web Site: http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g48451-d675092-Reviews-Scottish_Inns_Suites_Pulaski-Pulaski_Finger_Lakes_New_York.html
Driftwood Motel
Address: 5240 Us Route 11, Pulaski, NY 13142
Phone: (315) 298-5000
Web Site: http://www.adriftwoodmotel.com
The last three hotels are noted by the IWPA organizers to be dog friendly.