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	Skijoring - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Skijoring is a winter dog-powered sport popularized in North America and derived from the Scandinavian sport of pulka.
		Variations of skijoring include snowboarding while hitched to a dog, and "grassjoring," skijoring on grassy fields rather than snow.
		In skijoring, the person wears a wide waistband with a clip for attaching a lead, which is attached to the harness worn by the dog.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Skijoring (184 words)

	Skijoring (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		The skijorer wears a skijoring belt, at least 3 to 4 inches wide across the back, to which is attached a skijoring line that hooks into the back of the dog's harness.
		Today, the sport of skijoring is known and practiced worldwide, and it continues to grow in popularity as people discover how easy it is to hitch up their dog, throw on some skis, and hit the trails.
		Some skijoring lines are all one piece, but the most flexible setup is to have a line that ends in a loop to which you can attach a one-dog, two-dog, or three-dog (fan-style) tugline.
	www.northernterritories.com /Skijoring.htm (1566 words)

	"Skijor Now, your source for skijoring, canicross and bikejoring equipment and information"
		Skijoring is an exhilarating and fast growing winter sport which combines cross country skiing and dog mushing.
		Skijor distance racing includes the romanticism of racing sled dogs in the wilderness combined with endurance conditioning for skijorer and dog team alike.
		Backwoods skijorers are drawn to the beauty and solitude of nature, and often skijor on ungroomed trails far from urban development.
	www.skijornow.com /skijoring.html (889 words)

	skijoring, getting started
		The skijor belt should be at least three inches wide and most are padded for comfort.
		The entire skijor line set up should be between 7 and 20 feet depending on the number of dogs you have in front of you.
		The bungee section of the skijor line is between 20 and 60 inches in length and absorbs the shock (of starting, stopping and rough terrain) for both you and your dog.
	www.sleddog.org /skijor/start.html (646 words)

	Cascade Skijoring Alliance
		Skijoring - a Norwegian word for "ski driving" and a sport where one or more dogs in harness pull a cross-country skier, wearing a belt, by a towrope.
		The Cascade Skijoring Alliance is a non-profit organization that promotes the sport of Skijoring, recreationally and competitively, and provides education on dog care, equipment, and training.
		We wish you the best of luck in your skijoring venture and always remember to think ahead, be safe, and take good care of your dog.
	www.cascadeskijoring.com /default.shtml (441 words)

	A skijoring we will go
		But ask any experienced musher and he or she will assure you that dog skijoring is not only harmless, but can actually be quite fun for both dog and skier.
		Although dog skijoring has been common in Alaska for years, is was relatively unheard of in the lower 48 when the Dubits took it up.
		"Skijoring is the kind of thing you need to do a lot of training for," said Gretchen, adding that it takes years of practice for dogs and their masters to work out the commands involved.
	www.durangoherald.com /archives/sports1881.htm (920 words)

	Skijoring FAQ
		To safely train a Malamute for skijoring I would wait until he is at least 5 months old, but there is alot of training you can do prior to that depending on the age of your pup right now.
		However, having said that, I never taught my dog to heel and she is a great skijorer - but cannot walk on a leash to save her life.
		On skijoring days go to a different place and teach her to pull in her harness never with her collar.
	www.faughnan.com /skijor/faq.html (1313 words)

	American Profile: 1/5/2003 - 1/11/2003: Thrills And Chills Of Skijoring (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		He is one of a growing number of people hooked on skijoring, a daredevil competition in which skiers are pulled through an obstacle course by a horse at up to 40 mph.
		Skijoring was created by Scandanavian hunters who hitched themselves to reindeer to travel across long expanses of snow, but recreational skijoring caught on in this country in the 1930s in Steamboat Springs, Colo., and Red Lodge, Mont., where ranchers were looking for fun during the long, snowy winters.
		But Western-style skijoring is a more intense brand of competition, with skiers in full alpine gear clinging to tow ropes for dear life.
	www.americanprofile.com /issues/20030105/20030105_2716.asp (708 words)

	Curtis L. Olson
		Skijor (ski-jur) is a Norwegian word that means "ski-driving" - that is, a cross-country skier utilizing a dog, or dogs as draft animals.
		Here is a little skijoring tutorial I whipped up one afternoon.
		Skijoring - North American Skijoring and Ski Pulk Association.
	www.me.umn.edu /~curt/Skijoring (167 words)

	Kidznsnow Article: Skijoring (that's cross country skiing with your dog!) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Skijoring began hundreds of years ago as a means of transportation without a sled for quick travel.
		Skijoring is not "being towed"; it is instead an act of balance and analysis.
		The dog/skier relationship is similar to a horse/jockey relationship in that the skier tries to free the dog, allowing it to either reach its maximum speed for racing or to maintain a slower speed for long distances.
	www.kidznsnow.com /tahoe/SITE/top/listing.cfm/other/5120/0/direct?c=1 (640 words)

	Skijoring Introductory Page - Cross Country Skiing with Your Dog
		Skijoring is a cross between dog sledding and cross country skiing.
		Skijoring is our dog's idea of paradise (though she's now middle-aged, and prefers cruising to working).
		Most skijoring is done away from groomed trails, but backcountry skiers and snowshoers may be afoot.
	www.faughnan.com /skijor (2140 words)

	JS Online: A picture of skijoring grace I wasn't
		Upon further review, it wasn't a headband; it was a large bandage she'd been wearing since a rogue branch jumped out while she was driving her dog sled, reached up under her cap and raked a bloody gash across the top of her head.
		Next to winter sports such as snowmobiling and cross-country skiing, skijoring is small potatoes, but, especially in northern Wisconsin, it has its fans.
		There are skijoring clubs and a series of skijoring races, often in conjunction with dog sled races.
	www.jsonline.com /dd/destwis/mccann/feb00/mccacol06020400.asp (729 words)

	Alaskan skijoring adventures/Ski with dogs of Alaska (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Welcome to skijoring in Trapper Creek, home of some of the finest snow conditions in Alaska.
		Skijoring can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
		These skijoring opportunities are available throughout our snow season as conditions permit.
	www.alaska.net /~pattyc/skijor.htm (311 words)

	Skiing that's gone to the dogs / A good workout, 'skijoring' has ancient tradition
		Skijoring is simply a way to provide a joint winter workout for himself and the pooches, several days each week.
		Skaters do best at skijoring on groomed courses, but diagonal striders also can skijor; in fact, that gait is commonly used on rougher trails or wild snow.
		Skijoring: To get on a list for future skijoring clinics, contact: Debbie McMaster, (530) 587-2732, or e-mail her at kdmcmaster@earthlink.net; or Molly Attell, (650) 343-7348, or e-mail, sattell@earthlink.net.
	sfgate.com /cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2003/04/24/SP30882.DTL&type=ski (1304 words)

	Dog Sledding & Skijoring at Chinookwind Outfitters-Now Part of Gold'n Paws (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Skijoring is a fun sport you can participate in with nearly any dog over 25 lbs., and it's easy to do with only one or two dogs.
		Skijor Towrope with panic snap, polyethylene covered shockline, and skijor length polyethylene tugline w/ brass snap.
		Skijor tuglines are longer than sledding tuglines, to allow for the distance between the dog and the front tips of your skis.
	www.chinookwind.com /chinook_store/dogsled_skijoring.html (726 words)

	Skijoring: Dog days of winter
		Skijoring has been popular in Alaska and Scandinavia for years, where snow, skis and powerful sled dogs are ubiquitous.
		"Skijoring is the most approachable sled-dog sport, as people can do it with just one or two dogs, who may be family pets as well," said White, who has raced in the Iditarod and owns 50 dogs, with Alaskan huskies, husky mixes and English pointers among his pack.
		Jim Benson, president of the 100-member Midwest Skijorers Club, said many dog breeds can be trained to skijor, as long as they weigh 35 pounds or more and are willing to run down a snowy trail.
	www.startribune.com /531/story/189283.html (937 words)

	Skijoring
		Skijor (ski-jur) is a Norwegian word that means "ski-driving".
		It is a fast-growing winter sport that involves cross-country skiing while in tow with a dog leading the path.
		All that is needed is good, strong dog and a pair of cross-country skis.
	www.anchorage.net /780.cfm?textonly=no (176 words)

	Sled Dog Central - Skijoring Information
		Although skijoring has been very popular in Scandinavia and Alaska for years, its popularity is rapidly spreading to other regions of the world.
		As more races and tour companies feature skijoring, dog enthusiasts recognize it as an activity they can participate in with a couple of dogs and minimal equipment.
		Skijor competitions associated with sprint races are usually 3 to 10 miles in length, but there are a couple of 50 mile and 20 mile endurance events hosted by the Alaska Skijoring and Pulk Association.
	www.sleddogcentral.com /skijoring.htm (919 words)

	Skijoring Outfitters \| Products (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Skijoring Outfitters offers everything you need to get started with skijoring — and to continue to enjoy it.
		This organization supports the responsible care and humane treatment of all sled dogs and is dedicated to enhancing the care and treatment of sled dogs in their traditional and modern uses.
		This book leans toward sled dog racing and competition but many theories are applicable for the advanced skijorer.
	www.skijoringoutfitters.com /products (681 words)

	Skijoring
		Most of you who do not own larger breeds of dogs, probably do not know what skijoring is. Skijoring is basically "Cross country skiing with your dog".
		To obtain the maximum thrill of skijoring with dogs, a team leader is, of course, a must...and you do not have to wait for snow to commence training.
		For this reason, skijoring with dogs is possible in may circumstances without top lead dogs.
	www.geocities.com /Petsburgh/5150/skijoring.htm (752 words)

	Distance Skijoring (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		A pair of skis, a dog or three, a skijoring belt, a little sled or backpack, and a snowy trail across lakes and through forests are all that one needs.
		I use a standard section of gangline between the shock cord and the skijor line I usually use for the dogs, except I attach the sled to this new section of line.
		The connection from skier and dog is as follows: skijor belt, shock cord, gangline section with neck line and tuglines attached to the sled, and another gangline section attached to the dogs.
	www.cpinternet.com /~sbair/distski.html (848 words)

	Skijoring and Dog Sledding Equipment-Skijor and Sledding Harnesses (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Skijoring is the sport of cross country skiing behind your dog.
		Chinookwind Outfitters has a complete line of equipment for skijoring and related activities (rollerjoring, bikejoring, etc.) Basically, you'll need a dog sledding harness, a skijor line, a skijoring belt, and a quick release with shock absorbing capability.
		For a list of equipment and tips on skijoring gear for you, we've got an article on Skijoring: Dress for Success, so you'll stay warm and safe while cross country skiing with your dog.
	www.chinookwind.com /skisled.htm (484 words)

	Skijoring on Minnesota North Shore (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Skijoring is a unique and fast growing winter sport that combines cross country skiing and dogsledding.
		Originating in Scandinavia and literally meaning "ski-driving" in Norwegian, skijoring allows a dog and owner to exercise and travel together while enjoying the outdoors.
		Frozen lakes are great places to learn how to skijor.
	www.northshoreinfo.com /winter/skijor.htm (149 words)

	Three Rivers Park District - formerly Hennepin Parks
		Dogsledding and skijoring are permitted on designated trails within Three Rivers Park District.
		These are designated sections of snowmobile trails, open for dogsledding and skijoring weekdays during daylight hours and weekends/holidays from 5:00 a.m.
		This is a multi-use trail for dogsledding, skijoring, mountain biking and snowshoeing.
	www.threeriversparkdistrict.org /trails/trails_skijoring.cfm (138 words)

	Nordkyn Outfitters -- Skijoring
		Skijoring is a fast-growing sport that allows you to enjoy winter activities with just one or two dogs.
		Please note that skijoring belts adjust from approximately 34" to 53".
		Skijoring Towrope --panic snap, shockline and tug with snap
	www.nordkyn.com /skijor.htm (136 words)

	Skijoring Outfitters - Skijoring Dog Mushing and Cross Country Skiing (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Skijoring is an exciting combination of dog-mushing and cross-country skiing.
		Dina McClure, well-known in Pacific Northwest mushing circles, is an early pioneer in skijoring.
		Dina is founder and principal of the company, which operates from the Oregon Coast.
	www.skijoringoutfitters.com (99 words)

	Sled Dog Central Training Trails (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		There is one windblown section about a mile up the road that often has exposed rocks early in the season and late in the season the gate may be buried and the road hard to see.
		There is no charge for use of the loop, and all mushers and skijorers are encouraged to use the trail to train and condition their dogs.
		(No skijoring on the other side of the river where the trails are set with tracks.) No time restrictions for skijor use (during normal park hours).
	www.sleddogcentral.com /training_trails.htm (3225 words)

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