Springfest Dryland Dog Derby 2026

Springfest Dryland Dog Derby has moved! For this year only, the race will be held at the same location as Farmer's Loop race, so plan for both races!

This race is presented by GLSDA, sanctioned by ISDRA, and hosted by H & H Racing, Samantha Wawiernia and Jessica Norton. IFSS Accreditation for certain classes.

This dryland race features trails through farm fields and wooded areas

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

All classes will run the 2.7 mile trail, with the exception of the 1-Dog JR Canicross and the Puppy/Senior Dog Fun Runs.  These classes are ISDRA Sanctioned and IFSS Accredited with the exception of 2 Dog Bikejor, which is ISDRA Sanctioned only:

6 Dog Rig
4 Dog Rig
2 Dog Bikejor (ISDRA Sanctioned Only)
2 Dog Scooter

1 Dog Bikejor
1 Dog Scooter
JR 2-Dog Wheeled (Scooter or Bikejor)

JR 3 Dog Rig (IFSS 4-3 Dog Rig)

Men’s and Women’s Canicross

The following class will run the 1.5 mile trail.  (ISDRA Sanctioned and IFSS Accredited):

JR Canicross

Fun Run Classes (Saturday only) will run the 1.0 mile trail (no limits on number of entries):

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 14, 2026 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.  Please note that your membership will cover you for all upcoming GLSDA races until the membership year ends in May, 2026.  So if you have already purchased a GLSDA membership for a previous race this season, you do not need to purchase again for this race. 
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: $35 for two nights, $20 for one night
Camping site can be purchased here online along with your entries

Hotels (Pet-friendly) in area:
Holiday Inn Express: 26 minutes away
1099 West M43 Hwy. Hastings MI 49058
269-945-0000

Hilton Garden Inn West Lansing: 28 minutes away
633 N Canal Rd. Lansing MI
517-999-9930

Hampton Inn By Hilton: 29 minutes away
600 N Canal Rd. Lansing MI
517-999-7900