Lakes Region Sled Dog Club

Lakes Region Sled Dog Club THE LAKES REGION SLED DOG CLUBMANAGERS OF THE LACONIA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP SLED DOG DERBY

Club Officers:
President/Trail Boss- Jim Lyman
Vice President- Tony Roux
Treasurer- Heather Swain
Secretary- Jennifer Hollows


The first sled dog races to be held in Laconia New Hampshire took place in 1929 and 1930 as a part of a series of weekend events sponsored by the New England Sled Dog Club. In 1931, the Laconia Sled Dog Club was formed to produce and promote sled dog racing in the “Lake C

ity” as an annual, “major winter sporting” event. In 1936, “World Championship” was added to the title of the race and at the time, was the first and only sled dog race to claim that lofty designation. Former members of the Laconia Sled Dog Club banded together in 1957 to form the Lakes Region Sled Dog Club to include citizens from the surrounding lake villages. Since that date, the World Championship Sled Dog Derby has been produced by club members, working with the city officials, city roads and police departments, along with the cooperation of local Hamm radio and snowmobile clubs. Much of the races' financial support comes from the Lakes Region Area business community.

A great story, thanks to NH Chronicle!
03/10/2026

A great story, thanks to NH Chronicle!

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03/10/2026

NH Chronicle highlighted our club and World Championship Sled Dog Derby on the air last night! Check it out! 🐶🐾

We hope to be there and support this great cause! 🐶
03/03/2026

We hope to be there and support this great cause! 🐶

🐾 COLLECTIONS HAVE BEGUN! 🐾

We’re kicking off our 2nd Annual Dog Food Collection to benefit the incredible huskies at Husky Halfway House!

This amazing rescue is home to 160+ huskies who have been rescued and ready for adoption, are in rehabilitation, or are lovingly cared for in sanctuary. Every bag of dog food donated helps keep tails wagging and bowls full. 🐶❤️

🎁 Our generous vendors are already sending in raffle prizes! As the prize list grows, we’ll be featuring each business right here on our page — be sure to follow along and support those who support rescue!

📅 Join us for the Open House, BBQ & Raffle Drawing on June 6th — it’s going to be a great day for a great cause!

Want to learn more about the rescue or how to adopt? Visit:
👉 https://www.huskyhalfwayhouse.org/

Please share this post, spread the word, and help us make this year’s collection the biggest one yet! 🐾💙

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02/20/2026

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What an incredible weekend at the 97th World Championship Sled Dog Derby! 🐾❄️With perfect spectator attendance and outst...
02/19/2026

What an incredible weekend at the 97th World Championship Sled Dog Derby! 🐾❄️

With perfect spectator attendance and outstanding racing, this year’s event was truly one for the record books. None of it would have been possible without the tremendous support of our sponsors, donors, community partners, and volunteers.

The Lakes Region Sled Dog Club extends our deepest gratitude to:

🏆 Class & Event Sponsors

Open Class Sponsor: 1 2 Tree Company, Gilford, NH
6-Dog Classic Sponsor: Tire Guys & Express Service, Farmington, NH “For The Best Buys, See the Tire Guys”
1-Dog Dash Sponsor: Family Hearing Center
Trail Major Sponsor: John H. Lyman & Sons, Inc.
Live Broadcast Sponsor: Lakes 101.5 & 104.9 The Hawk
Derby Event Sponsor: Bank of New Hampshire
Lakes Region Design Group

🛷 Mushers' Sled Sponsors

Belknap Tire & Auto Repair
Clover Lane Spectators
Gilbert Block, Inc.
Glenn’s Truck Service
In Loving Memory of Richard & Gloria Swain
John H. Lyman & Sons, Inc.
J Tool, Inc.
Patti Mather / Legacy Real Estate
Ransmeier & Spellman, P.C.
Stamping Technologies
The Insurance Outlet
Watermark Marine Construction

❄️ Generous Donations & Community Support

Belknap Snowmobile Club
Casella Waste Services
Central NH Amateur Radio Operators
Core & Main
HK Powersports
Irwin Motors
Laconia Country Club
MI-Box of Central NH
City of Laconia
Laconia Police Department
Stafford Oil Company
Winnisquam Printing

Gilford High School
Mrs. Denise Sanborn (Canadian National Anthem)
Luc & Natalie Martin (National Anthems Singers)
Aidan Lamont (National Anthem Singer)
Miss New Hampshire Xanthi Russell
Donna Akerley
Bob Pepin
Rachael Colbath
Fran Plaisted
Mark Labonte
Jason Bryant
Hali Dearborn
Hans & Kathy Dahll
Autumn Hills Campground
The Conley Family
The Tymowicz Family
Chris & Pamela Cook
The Hierholzer Family
The Roy Family
And our dedicated Lakes Region Sled Dog Club members & volunteers

Your commitment helps us preserve and continue a 97-year tradition of world-class sled dog racing right here in our community.

We encourage everyone to support the businesses and organizations that support us. When you patronize our sponsors, you’re investing in the future of this historic event.

From our mushers, spectators, volunteers, and the entire Lakes Region Sled Dog Club — thank you for making the 97th World Championship Sled Dog Derby such a tremendous success.

Here’s to 97 years… and counting! 🏁🐕

*Merchandise for Sale!*If you didn’t get a chance to get some club gear at the races this weekend there is still a chanc...
02/16/2026

*Merchandise for Sale!*

If you didn’t get a chance to get some club gear at the races this weekend there is still a chance to order!

Order any of our new gear from this years race by March 1st and have it shipped or pickup from Piche’s in Belmont!

Online ordering for Lakes Region Sled Dog Club 2026 ends on Sun, Mar 1, 2026 (11:59 PM EST)

So happy Elm Street School gets to join us on Friday to watch the doggies
02/16/2026

So happy Elm Street School gets to join us on Friday to watch the doggies

Our students got to walk down the road and watch the sled dogs today, such a fun experience! What a great day to enjoy the fresh air and check out this cool event 🐾❄️ Lakes Region Sled Dog Club

Thank you for helping our club keep everyone safe this past weekend for a huge successful event!
02/16/2026

Thank you for helping our club keep everyone safe this past weekend for a huge successful event!

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