The 12th Classic ran Sunday, February 23, 2025
at Birds Hill Park’s group use area 1 trail.
Classes for 1-dog and 2-dog teams in skijoring and kick sledding,
over 3-, 5- and 8-kilometre distances.
Fun awards presented to:
- Gangline Macramé — Rachelle Dion
- Most Promising Rookie — Liz Haacke
- I Did It Despite the Dog(s) — Shelby Stephen
- Red Lantern — Randy Mulder
Professional race photos by Candice Daum Photography.
Kudos to Travis Kondratuk for the 2025 Classic poster design and Awards logo!
The Classic collected dog food and biscuits to support the Winnipeg Humane Society’s Pet Food Bank which distributes to individuals and pet rescues.
– Congratulations to Donna McT for winning the draw.
Many thanks to our volunteers!
Race marshall: Nick Turchyn
Racer check-in and Time Team: Yvonne V., Anne K.
Chute handlers: Shelby, Muriel, Lorne, Terri P., Alisha C., Mark, Sheila, Marissa, Alicia N., Donna McT., Jeff, Sharlene
Awards and Prizes: Sarah, Marissa, Susie
Set-up and tear-down: Asmara, Lorne, Nick, Susie, Tannys, Andrea P., Justin, Sharlene
Social and traditional media: Kristjana, Lorne, Asmara, Sarah
Pet food donation collection: Asmara, Alisha
Race conditions:
Trail ungroomed, but decent.
Temps ranged from -9 to 3C. Rain held off until tear-down.
Individual Sponsors
Kevin Champagne
Shawna Kondratuk
Rich Porco
Muriel Smith
Susie Strachan
CLASSIC SPONSORS
Corporate
Prairie Dog Supply
