Chugiak Dog Mushers Association

08/14/2026

Before and after photo of downed tree in parking lot- thank you Susan and Scott for clearing this at the Work party!

08/13/2026

Registration for ALL 2026 Dryland events is open!

Link to sign up for the Alaskan Dryland Points Series Races: https://www.chugiakdogmushers.com/dryland-preliminaries.html

Link to sign up for the Dryland Derby: https://www.chugiakdogmushers.com/dryland-derby.html

Remember to purchase a membership as well. Hope to see you on the trails!

08/09/2026

Well another productive Work Party in the books!
Awards:
First ones there and worked hard to get the holding area ready: The Carrothers.

Official Chugiak Logo Sign hanger (Thank you!), property mower aficionado and his groupies who tested out the trails with bikes: Kevin Snyder and future Jr Snyder Mushers

Chainsaw Master and Ladder/Drill/W**dwacker dealer: Scott Maruskie

Timing Tower self-proclaimed OCD cleaner/organizer: Michelle Hill

Most trips to the dumpster with years of CDMA accumulated debris: KP and Ola and Martina

Jack of all trades (helped with everything): Susan Selzer

Last one to leave (weedwacker extraordinaire): Kimberly Wells.

**All that is left is mowing both sides, and weedwacking the alt side posts.

Beautiful day, and thank you to all that support CDMA!

08/08/2026

Looks like no rain tomorrow!
Clubhouse will be open and list of items to complete to get the grounds ready for the season will be on the whiteboard!

08/06/2026

Learn about dryland mushing, try it for yourself and meet a World Championship level musher!

We excited to host Annie Carrothers, who placed 3rd at the IFSS World Championship in 1-Dog Scooter this past fall with her dog Ruckus, for two special events:

Wed Aug 26, 7 pm: Annie’s Story: from starting with rescue dogs to reaching a World Championship podium, plus the basics of getting started in canicross and bikejor. The talk will be live streamed on our page for those who can’t make it in person.

Sat Aug 29, 8 am: Dryland Gathering: bring your dog (and bike) to try canicross or bikejor for yourself! We will have loaner gear, free gear checks, and experienced mushers on hand to help get your dog running.

Both presentations held at the CDMA Ron Killian Clubhouse located at 18581 Beach Lake Rd, Chugiak, AK 99567

Free and open to the public, just show up, no RSVP needed!

Never done dryland mushing before? This is the easiest way in. Bring your dog (any breed, any size canicross works for almost everyone) and see what its all about.

08/05/2026

Introducing: THE ALASKAN DRYLAND POINTS SERIES!

Full CDMA members can accumulate points across all three races:
- Race 1: September 12
- Race 2: September 19
- Race 3: September 26

Points are earned in every class at every race and add up across the series. Prizes and bragging rights are awarded to the top 3 in each class.

SCORING:
- 1st Place: 10 points
- 2nd Place: 7 points
- 3rd Place: 5 points
- Any other finish: 1 point
- No points awarded for DNS or DNF

TIEBREAKERS (used for ties in the final top 3, in order)
1. Most 1st place finishes in a class
2. Head-to-head record (highest finish in races where tied competitors both raced)
3. Most races completed in the class
4. Fastest single event time across any of the three races in the class
5. Coin flip, conducted by the Race Marshall (with witnesses)

Standings will be updated and published on our website as we go.

Series awards will be presented Sunday, October 4th, following the completion of the Dryland Derby.

08/02/2026

The CDMA Annual Work Party is on Saturday, August 8th at 9:30 AM

Help us get ready for the 2026-27 mushing season!

We'll be tackling trail work, clubhouse work, and other tasks to get everything in shape.

Will also have a potluck lunch please bring a dish to share!

What to bring:
- Gloves
- Mosquito repellant
- Bear spray/bells
- ATVs
- Ladders
- Step ladder
- Brush cutter
- W**d whackers (with charged batteries/fuel)
- Saws
- Chainsaws
- Shovels/rakes for trails
- Drills
- Basic hand tools
- Screw guns
- Screws
- Push mower /Fuel
- Lawn mower if possible
- Loppers
- A dish to share for the potluck
- A positive mental attitude 😄

See you there!

08/01/2026

CDMA Membership for the 2026-27 season is now open!

Sign up here: https://www.chugiakdogmushers.com/membership.html

Membership Options:
- Adult Individual: $75 (includes Trail Pass)
- Junior (Under 18): $10
- Lifetime Membership: $300
- Adult Day Membership: $10 (single day, 1-dog dryland events only. Not eligible for Dryland Derby)
- After-Hours Permit: $25 (required for park use after 11pm)

What you get as a member:
- Access to the Beach Lake Mushing Only Trail System (Aug 1 - Apr 15)
- Ability to compete in CDMA Races
- Eligibility for prizes and purse money
- A voice in club rule changes, Board elections, and end-of-season awards

Your membership keeps our trails groomed, our clubhouse running, and the sport of mushing thriving right here in our community.

We can't wait to see you out on the trails this season!

Membership is required to participate in Chugiak Dog Musher events. Please also purchase an annual trail pass if you train on the Beach Lake sled dog trails.

07/27/2026

SAVE THE DATE:

The 2026-27 CDMA race schedule is here! Mark your calendars:

Sept. 12, 2026 – Alaskan Dryland Points Race #1
Sept. 19, 2026 – Alaskan Dryland Points Race #2
Sept. 26, 2026 – Alaskan Dryland Points Race #3
Oct. 3-4, 2026 – Dryland Derby
Dec. 30, 2026 – Jr/Sr Night Race
Jan. 16-18, 2027 – Southcentral Challenge
Jan. 23, 2027 – Solo Sweepstakes
Feb. 6-7, 2027 – Eagle River Classic
Mar. 21, 2027 – Friends of CDMA & Easter Fun Run

More information to come on each event.

04/23/2026

Congratulations to the newly elected 2026-2027 CDMA Board of Directors:

Robert Forto 1yr term
Michelle Hill 1yr term
Scott Maruskie 2yr term
Meghan McClelland 2yr term
Mike Parker 2yr term
Kourosh Partow 2yr term
Ola Urbanski 1yr term

Returning Board members for an additional 1yr term will include Bob Bundtzen, Deanna Partow, Susan Selzer and Kevin Snyder.

The 2025-2026 Humanitarian Award Recipient:
Kourosh Partow

The CDMA Wheel Dog Award Recipient:
Susan Selzer
for her hard-working efforts that pull the CDMA team from start to finish. Susan actively contributes as Treasurer, on Gaming Committee, on Fundraising Committee, volunteering at races, and at work parties.
Thank you, Susan!

Next BOD meeting will be Tuesday, May 5 at 7:00pm at clubhouse.

Congratulations!