​​Eagle River Classic

Feb. 4-5, 2023
In 1972, the Chugiak Dog Mushers created the "Spring Classic," providing a late season race after the Ship Creek Classic was discontinued. Over the past 50 years, this event has grown to become the club's premier event attracting top mushers around the world! 
​You must be a CDMA member to race
(see our Membership Page to join)
Thanks to our Sponsors:

Schedule

​THURSDAY
6 pm: Online registration closes 

FRIDAY
7 pm: Draw for position
​(CDMA clubhouse)
​ 
SATURDAY / SUNDAY
Check-in:
  • Limited classes: 9 am
  • Open Class: 11:30 am 
Race Start:
2-dog skijor (2 mi):
  • 9:30 am start​
3-dog recreational class (2 mi)
  • Starts 15 min. after last skijor finishes  ​
4-dog class (4 mi):
  • Starts 15 min. after last 3-dog team finishes
​6-dog class (6 mi):
  • Starts 15 min. after last 4-dog team finishes 
​8-dog class (8 mi):
  • Starts 15 min. after last 6-dog team finishes
Open Class (16 mi):
  • Starts  30 min. after last 8-dog team finishes​

Check out the Competition!
2014 Champion Ken Chezik. Photo by Britt Coon

Enter to Win!

Buy a raffle ticket for a chance to win this one-of-a-kind, handmade firepit by Bella Anne Metal Art.

Tickets are $15 each, 2 for $25, 5 for $50
Drawing for the winning ticket will be held at Beach Lake Park on February 6,  following the awards ceremony for the Eagle River Classic. You do not need to be present to win.
​All proceeds used to support CDMA's capital expenses, maintaining sled dog trails and facilities at Beach Lake Park.
Picture
$800 value
Picture
2011, Wayne Curtis racing with his Siberian team on Beach Lake. Photo by Britt Coon
​For more information, contact Deanna Partow at (907) 350-3264 or dkpartow@gmail.com
HEALTH ADVISORY

Please follow these simple rules to keep our trails and facilities free of contagious diseases for dogs and humans.
  • Do not train or race on CDMA trails if you or your dogs are sick
  • Always clean up after your dogs in the staging area.
We are happy to refund your entry fee if you or your dogs are sick on race day.

Thank you for your cooperation!