Our Team

​​Chugiak Dog Mushers Association (CDMA) is a non-profit organization, operating in partnership with Eagle River/Chugiak Parks and Recreation out of Beach Lake Park.  Our programs provide opportunities for the community to learn about and engage in the sport of dog mushing. 

2025-26 Board of Directors

2-year terms ending in 2027:
  • Robert Bundtzen
  • Deanna Partow (President)
  • Susan Selzer (Treasurer)
  • Kevin Snyder
2-year terms ending 2026:
  • Michelle Hill 
  • Scott Maruskie  (Vice President)
  • Kourosh Partow 
1-yr terms ending 2026:
  • Monica Heath-Brost (Secretary)
  • Robert Forto 
  • Mike Parker
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CDMA Award ceremony, 2016
Board meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month at the CDMA Clubhouse (Beach Lake Park). The public is welcome to attend!

​Chugiak Dog Mushers Association is run entirely by a team of dedicated volunteers. There are many opportunities to participate for mushers and non-mushers alike!
Committees: 
Animal Control Advisory Board Representative
  • ​Pam Schamber
Elections
  • Mike Parker
Property
  • Monica Heath-Brost
IT/Website
  • Susan Cantor
  • Mike Parker
Facebook/Media
  • Robert Forto
Races
  • Scott Maruskie, Kourosh Partow
Race Poster
  • Susan Selzer, Deanna Partow
​​​Trails/Grooming
  • Kourosh Partow, Mike Parker, Robert Bundtzen
Beach Lake Master Plan
  • Kourosh Partow​
Gaming
  • Susan Selzer, Robert Bundtzen
Volunteer Coordinator
  • Michelle Hill
Trophies
  • Deanna Partow
Sponsorship/Fundraising
  • Susan Selzer

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