Torch River Sled Dog Race Inc.

Torch River Sled Dog Race Inc. The Torch River Run Sled Dog Race Association was organized in the summer of 2009 to promote a world class mid-distance sled dog race.

A group of both active and retired mushers got together to establish a ten dog continuous unassisted race of 200 miles or more that would be a qualifier for the Iditarod and the Yukon Quest for the more advanced mushers, with an 80 mile 6-dog race for the less experienced, recreational musher to be included. At our original meeting, a board of 7 directors were elected and the name of Torch River R

un Sled Dog Race was chosen. A motion to be incorporated was also made at that time. The name comes from a previous small race that was held in the Candle Lake area in which we crossed the Torch River several times. The original 200 mile 10-dog race went from Christopher Lake to Tobin Lake and the 6-dog went from Fishing Lake to Tobin Lake using the same route, the majority of which was on existing snowmobile trails. Although the first couple of races were successful it became very clear that in order to continue with our original goal, we needed a lot more help and money. With the declining interest in the 10-dog event and the increased interest in a 6-dog event, at our 2012 Annual meeting a motion was made for our 2013 race that we hold an 8-dog, 2-day, 40 miles per day event, all in the Christopher Lake area using existing groomed trails. This format was so successful that the event continues on. As with any organized event it takes an incredible amount of volunteers on a year round basis. The sponsors also play a major part and are greatly appreciated. Without them it would be very difficult to hold an event like this. However, most important of any sled dog race are the mushers. Without their support there would be no need for any of the rest.

Final times for TRR day 2.Congratulations to Edie Marin, Marcel Marin , Amanda Claire Grant , Dan Kirkup and Luke Naber!...
03/02/2025

Final times for TRR day 2.
Congratulations to Edie Marin, Marcel Marin , Amanda Claire Grant , Dan Kirkup and Luke Naber!!

Times from day 1
03/01/2025

Times from day 1

Luke Naber will be running a team from Akela’s Den this year!
03/01/2025

Luke Naber will be running a team from Akela’s Den this year!

A huge thanks to another brand new TRR Sponsor for 2025 - 4KS Feed & Supply in Unity, SK!!! They are one of Unity's newe...
02/27/2025

A huge thanks to another brand new TRR Sponsor for 2025 - 4KS Feed & Supply in Unity, SK!!! They are one of Unity's newest businesses and they offer the very best in pet nutrition, poultry & livestock feed, and accessories of all kinds. Congratulations to owners Jody Kowerchuk, Michelle Kowerchuk and Stephanie Lanegraff on the success of your awesome new store and we are so grateful for your Team Dog sponsorship of the Torch River Sled Dog Race Inc. 2025!!

We are grateful to F & B Air Conditioning in Unity, SK for their continued Wheel Dog Sponsorship of the Torch River Sled...
02/25/2025

We are grateful to F & B Air Conditioning in Unity, SK for their continued Wheel Dog Sponsorship of the Torch River Sled Dog Race Inc.!! Thank you to Fred and Bernie Winterhalt for all you do to keep this race alive!

We still have room for a few more teams for the Torch River Sled Dog Race Inc. taking place on March 1 & 2, 2025! Regist...
02/25/2025

We still have room for a few more teams for the Torch River Sled Dog Race Inc. taking place on March 1 & 2, 2025! Registration is as simple as completing the entry form and emailing it with a few photos and your short bio to [email protected]. It will be a beautiful weekend to run your dogs on one of the most scenic and well-maintained trails in the province. This is an excellent race for first-time mushers and veteran mushers alike!

Directions to Beaton Hall from Christopher Lake or Prince Albert (South): watch for Forest Gate Road sign along Highway ...
02/25/2025

Directions to Beaton Hall from Christopher Lake or Prince Albert (South): watch for Forest Gate Road sign along Highway 2 and turn right (east) onto Forest Gate Road. The Beaton Hall is approx 3 miles from highway 2.

Directions to Beaton Hall from Elk Ridge Resort or La Ronge (North): watch for Forest Gate Road sign along Highway 2 an...
02/25/2025

Directions to Beaton Hall from Elk Ridge Resort or La Ronge (North): watch for Forest Gate Road sign along Highway 2 and turn left (east) onto Forest Gate Road. The Beaton Hall is approx 3 miles from highway 2.

02/25/2025

TRR 2025 TEAMS ENTERED - UPDATED ON FEBRUARY 25, 2025
Marcel Marin
Amanda Grant
Randy Sander
Edie Marin
Dan Kirkup
Meagan Anishinabie

A huge thanks to Horizon Pet Nutrition in Rosthern, SK for your generous Lead Dog sponsorship of the Torch River Sled Do...
02/25/2025

A huge thanks to Horizon Pet Nutrition in Rosthern, SK for your generous Lead Dog sponsorship of the Torch River Sled Dog Race Inc. 2025!! They produce some of the best pet food in the province and have also been a long-time supporter of the TRR.

Another long-time sponsor of the Torch River Sled Dog Race Inc. - Naber Ford Shellbrook!! Point Dog Sponsor for the 2025...
02/25/2025

Another long-time sponsor of the Torch River Sled Dog Race Inc. - Naber Ford Shellbrook!! Point Dog Sponsor for the 2025 TRR. Thank you to Luke Naber and the excellent people at Naber Ford Shellbrook - you are a big reason why this race can continue!

Thank you Akela's Den Sled Dog Supplies & Racing Kennel - Christopher Lake, SK!! Lead Dog Sponsor for the Torch River Sl...
02/25/2025

Thank you Akela's Den Sled Dog Supplies & Racing Kennel - Christopher Lake, SK!! Lead Dog Sponsor for the Torch River Sled Dog Race Inc.. Akela's Den has been a long-time supporter of the TRR and we truly appreciate them!

A huge thanks to our newest TRR Sponsor - Reinbold Electric Ltd. with locations in Macklin and Kindersley, SK. These gu...
02/13/2025

A huge thanks to our newest TRR Sponsor - Reinbold Electric Ltd. with locations in Macklin and Kindersley, SK. These guys are the best in the business and we are more than grateful for their generous Lead Dog Sponsorship! Thank you to Mike, Daniel and their gifted crew for supporting the Torch River Sled Dog Race Inc.

Thank you once again to Sperle's Tire & Battery Ltd. for your continued support of the Torch River Sled Dog Race Inc. Pa...
02/13/2025

Thank you once again to Sperle's Tire & Battery Ltd. for your continued support of the Torch River Sled Dog Race Inc. Pat, Melissa, Luke and their excellent staff have been supporters of the race for many years and we so appreciate their Team Dog Sponsorship for the 2025 TRR!

02/13/2025

TRR 2025 TEAMS ENTERED - UPDATED ON FEBRUARY 13, 2025
Marcel Marin
Amanda Grant
Randy Sander
Edie Marin
Dan Kirkup
Meagan Anishanibie

Meagan AnishinabieWawota, SKWelcome back Meagan Anishinabie!! Meagen is Anishininew originally from Sandy Lake FN, ON an...
02/13/2025

Meagan Anishinabie
Wawota, SK

Welcome back Meagan Anishinabie!! Meagen is Anishininew originally from Sandy Lake FN, ON and currently resides with her partner Garrick and their sled dogs in southern Saskatchewan. Meagan is an artist and hide tanner and enjoys working with many different furs and animal hides. She has been involved in her partner's kennel for the last 3 years and she ran the Torch River Sled Dog Race Inc. as her rookie race in 2024. We are so pleased to see her returning again in 2025!

A big thanks to Travis Ducherer, Kim Ducherer, Jean Pitura and the amazing staff at Unity Veterinary Services for their ...
02/12/2025

A big thanks to Travis Ducherer, Kim Ducherer, Jean Pitura and the amazing staff at Unity Veterinary Services for their generous Team Dog Sponsorship!!

Thank you to Larry and Linda Wilkie of Unity Auto Body in Unity, SK for your continued Team Dog sponsorship of the TRR!
02/11/2025

Thank you to Larry and Linda Wilkie of Unity Auto Body in Unity, SK for your continued Team Dog sponsorship of the TRR!

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PO Box 1539
Unity, SK
S0K4L0

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(306) 940-9697

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