SPRINT / MID-DISTANCE
FAQ's & REGISTRATION

• We have a seventy team limit for the Sprint & Mid-Distance events. The first 5 spots are reserved for each event. Afterwards, “First Come 1st Served” until the team limit is reached.
• Additional team registrations (beyond 70) will be placed on a reserve listing. Registration fee’s will be refunded to these applicants if they are not moved up to the main draw.
• All applications need to be submitted by February 1st. Except for the Weight Pulling event, where same day registrations are allowed.
• No Sprint or Mid-Distance event changes or driver substitutions will be accepted two days before the start of the race. 

• BAG CHECKERS: Helmets required for Jr. mushers under 18 years of age. All dogs must be up to date with vaccinations. A sled bag shall be capable of carrying a dog. Leaders neck lines are fastened to each other. A tool capable of easily cutting your gang line must be carried during the race. The sled must have a snub line that will be connected to a release at the start line, brush bow, a proper functioning brake bolted to the sled and a snow hook.

• RACE PURSE: See the NPSDR website for more details.

• PRIZE WINNINGS: In accordance with IRS requirements, mushers who receive prize winnings of $600 or more during the season may be required to complete a Form W-9 so that we can issue a Form 1099-MISC at the end of the year. This applies to total winnings, not just a single payout. We’ll let you know if this applies to you and will provide the necessary forms when needed.

• Musher Meeting is “Mandatory” and will take place at the clubhouse (the evening before the race) with the meeting starting at 6pm.

• Participation in the banquet is optional. However, the banquet fee is included in the race registration form. If you select the “Banquet Option” during registration, your dinner will be automatically covered. The banquet will be held at 5:30 PM on the evening prior to race day.

  We’re pleased to offer complimentary meals for Mini-Mushers aged 5 and under.

  Advance planning ensures a smooth experience for everyone—especially our kitchen team—and helps prevent food waste. Please note: All registrations must be submitted by February 1, 2026.

• LATE REGISTRATIONS for SPRINT & MID-DISTANCE:
  Registrations after the Mandatory Driver’s Meeting will not be allowed unless the driver had attended the Mandatory meeting.

  Registration changes after February 1st are discouraged but can be allowed with Race Marshal approval. $25 fee for changing any class/drivers entry is required. In addition, If a registered driver makes a request for a driver change, a new informational form will also need to be submitted. $50 late fee per class for any registrations received after February 1^st.

• EVENT CHANGES:
  Participants who choose to upgrade to a higher-tier event will be required to pay the difference in registration fees. However, if a participant opts to switch to a lower-tier event, the difference in fees will not be reimbursed. This policy is in place to account for the administrative processes involved in managing registration adjustments.
  
  
• RACE CANCELLATION POLICY:

  Postponement date if needed, will be preset to one week from current date. Subject to one day from race date if conditions warrant. Drivers are allowed a full refund option.

May be utilized in the 4 and 6 dog events. Teams may start in 1 or 2-minute intervals. Current weather conditions may result in specific start time changes (for all events) deemed necessary by the Race Marshal.

• Registration entry fees are discounted 50% for all junior mushers. Helmets and parent/guardian consent are “required” for junior mushers under 18 years of age. See RACE RULES and RACE WAIVER for more specific details. Teams may encounter head-on passing.

• Junior mushers registered for any of the four NPSDR events will have their events scheduled concurrently with adult mushers.