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2012 CopperDog 150 Trail

by Todd Brassard
on February 18, 2012

Stage Distances

Stage 1 - 51.0 miles (same route as last year)
Stage 2 - 43.7 miles (we removed 6.3 miles for this season)
Stage 3 - 43.0 miles (same route as last year)
Stage 3 (Alternate) - 44.8 miles

Trail GPS Data (best viewed in Google Earth)

One of the absolutely best ways to explore the 2012 CD150 trail in advance of race weekend is to open the following trail data file inside of Google Earth.  Google Earth is free.  You can download and installed it on your PC or MAC.  After Google Earth is installed on your computer, download the CD150 Trail Data file.  Once the trail data file is downloaded and saved to your computer, open the data file in Google Earth. 

Download GPS Data

C12 Trail Data 2012-02-16.kzm (586K)

The GPS data contains 4 routes: Stage 1, State 2, State 3 (over Brockway Mountain), and Stage 3 Alternate.  The GPS data also contains the locations of all of the crossings for each stage.  To view a particular stage in Google Earth, put a check mark next to CD150-2012-Stage1 and CD150-2012-Stage1-Crossings (pictured above).

Another handy feature in Google Earth is the ability to view an elevation profile.  Simply right-click on a stage route and select Show Elevation Profile from the menu.

Google Maps Online Map

Here is a quick and easy way to view to 2012 CD150 route online.  Just follow the links below to view the various stages.

View Online Maps

Stage 1 Calumet to Eagle Harbor - Online Map

Stage 2 Eagle Harbor to Copper Harbor - Online Map
Stage 3 Copper Harbor to Calumet (Brockway) - Online Map
Stage 3 Copper Harbor to Calumet (Alternate)
CopperDog 35 - Online Map

Route & Elevation Profiles

These are snapshots from the Google Earth GPS data files show elevation information for each stage.

Stage 1 - Calumet to Eagle Harbor

(click for larger view)

Stage 2 - Eagle Harbor to Copper Harbor

(click for larger view)

Stage 3 - Copper Harbor to Calumet (Brockway Mountain)

(click for larger view)

Stage 3 - Copper Harbor to Calumet (Alternate)

(click for larger view)
posted on 2/18/2012 1:03 PM by Todd Brassard | Back to Top

The 2012 CopperDog 150 Pro-Class Race

150-Mile, 10-Dog, 3 Stage, $22,000 Purse, Award 1st - 12th

The CopperDog 150 is back for the third annual running of the dogs in Upper Michigan's own Keweenaw Peninsula.  Join us in one of the Midwest's newest and most inspiring adventures in the sport of mushing.

Race Dates:
March 2 - 4, 2012

Race Format:
Pro-Class, 10-Dog,
150 Miles, 3 Stages

Race Purse:
$22,000 (1st - 12th)

Max Teams:
30

Stage 1:
Calumet to Eagle Harbor

Stage 2:
Eagle Harbor to Copper Harbor

Stage 3:
Copper Harbor to Calumet

Experience the stunning and picturesque trails from the shores of Lake Superior, to the rolling and twisting back country, and cresting the peak of Brockway Mountain.  Enjoy  the friendly people, welcoming communities, challenging trails, formidable competition, and the peace and tranquility that blossoms from the deep back country of the Keweenaw Peninsula.

The Keweenaw Peninsula is one of the most unique geographic features of the Great Lakes region.  "Lake-effect" snow storms contribute to the average 273 inches of snow-fall each year making the CopperDog 150 the perfect choice for a late season, March race.

Pro-class race teams are invited to join the fun and pit their and their team's skills and conditioning against other word-class competitors.  The best twelve times take home a piece of the $22,000 race purse. 

posted on 9/23/2011 9:42 PM by Todd Brassard | Back to Top

2012 Welcome Luncheon & Awards Dinner

prepared by Chef Mark Pittillo and Portage Health Food Services



Mushers Welcome Luncheon Menu

($10/person, kids 9 and under eat for free)

ITALIAN ANTIPASTO PLATTERS
(marinated vegetables, meats and cheeses)

CAESAR SALAD
(romaine lettuce, croutons, Parmesan cheese in a creamy dressing)

GARLIC CHEESE BREAD
(Old School Bakery ciabatta with fresh garlic and mozzarella cheese)

SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE
(a rich sauce of meat and vegetables)
&
SPAGHETTI MARINARA
(vegetarian tomato sauce)

ASSORTED DESSERTS
(chocolate, cheesecake and fruit tarts)

ASSORTED BEVERAGES
(Starbucks coffee, Tazo teas, juices and soft drinks)


CopperDog 150 Awards Dinner Menu

($15/person, kids 9 and under eat for free)

Hand Carved Roast Beef
(served with au jus and creamy horseradish)
or
Oven Roasted Wild Salmon
(served with lemon-dill sauce)

Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes
&
Wild Pilaf

Roasted Vegetable Platters
(assorted vegetables roasted and dressed with balsamic vinaigrette)
&
Salad of Mixed Greens
(served with assorted dressings)
&
Fresh Assorted Breads from Old School Bakery


Dessert
******
Warm Bread Pudding


Beverage Service
*****
Tazo Tea
Starbucks Coffee
Portage Water
Keweenaw Brewing Company
Pick Axe Blonde
Red Jacket Ale


posted on 1/30/2012 6:00 PM by Todd Brassard | Back to Top
posted on 9/23/2011 8:03 PM by Todd Brassard | Back to Top

2012 Race Officials

Our roster of race officials is coming together nicely.  We will being trying to post a little biographic information on each offical as we coax the information out of them.  See our About Us page for more information on the people who make the CopperDog 150 possible.

  • Todd Brassard, Race Director
  • Abbey Green, Asst. Race Director
  • Meredith LaBeau, Asst. Race Director
  • Peter Curtice, Race Marshall
  • Sharon Nelson-Curtice, Race Judge
  • John Trapper Bergeson, Race Judge
  • Jeff Foss, Trail Boss
  • Brad King, Volunteer Coordinator
  • Brett Matuszak, Start/Finish Coordinator
  • Jason Makela, Chief Handler
  • Henrique A. de Melo e Silva, Chief Timer
  • Mark Pittillo, Race Chef
posted on 11/1/2011 10:51 PM by Todd Brassard | Back to Top

2012 Race Veterinarians

We extended our warmest welcome, appreciation, and thank you to race veterinaries Jeff Ladd, Jean Wilcox, Tomas Gustafson, and Kendra Carlson for providing professional veterinary services for the 2012 CopperDog 150 races.

We understand that each of you makes sacrifices in your personal lives and professional practices to provide the critical veterinary services that the CopperDog 150 requires.  The event and the benefits it provides to mushers, volunteers, spectators, and the many organizations of our small community would not be possible with the gift of your time and talent.

Thank you for the education, skill, experience, and expertise you bring to our event and the love and care you give the dogs.  We hope you enjoy the hospitality of our community.

Meet our Veterinary Team

Follow these links to learn more about our veterinary staff:

Veterinary Technicians & Assistants Needed

With upwards of 400 dogs to care for, our veterinary staff has its hands full.  We are always in need of more Veterinary Technicians and Volunteer Assistants to support and aid our Veterinarians.  If you have veterinary training and would like to volunteer to work the CopperDog 150 along side our team, please send an e-mail to toddbrassard@copperdog150.com or call 960-370-9972.

posted on 10/30/2011 12:30 AM by Todd Brassard | Back to Top

2012 CD150 Who's Registered?

We would like to thank all of the participants registered to compete in the CopperDog 150.  We greatly appreciate your participation and the positive impact you have on our communities.  Now let's have a great race weekend!  Thank you.

2012 CopperDog 150 Pro-Class Race
Pro-Class Race, 150 Miles, 10-Dog Teams, 3 Stages, $22,000 Purse, Pays 1st - 12th
Registration Cap: 30 Teams
# Status Musher Kennel/Team City, State Bib
1 Registered Michael Bestgen Fugarwekennels St. Cloud, MN
2 Registered Martha Schouweiler Otter Run Kennel Irma, WI
3 Registered Kevin Malikowski Winternight Sled Dogs Outing, MN
4 Registered David Gordon Duluth, MN
5 Registered Martin Koenig Seeley Lake, MT
6 Registered John Hull Rocky Flats Elton, WI
7 Registered Roy Bauer Otter River Sled Dog... Chassell, MI
8 Registered Thomas Roley Bryant, WI
9 Registered Jerry Bath Bath Racing Kennel Lander, WY
10 Registered Maggie Heilmann Mad Dog Racing Kennel Somerset, WI
11 Registered Ian MacKenzie Crane Harbour Huskies Bruce Mines, Ontario
12 Registered Jon Mattsen Muskego, WI
13 Registered Larry Fortier Coyote Run Sled Dog... Gaylord, MI
14 Registered Jerry Papke Alder Creek Kennel Kingston, MI
15 Registered JR Anderson River Rock Kennel Cook, MN
16 Registered Keith Peppler North Shore Racing Sled... Bruce Mines, Ontario
17 Registered Katy & Troy Groeneveld Ten Squared Racing Two Harbors, MN
18 Registered Lisa Dietzen Team Evergreen Marquette, MI
19 Registered Amanda Vogel Snomad Racing Ray, MN
20 Registered Frank Holmberg Holmberg Racing Sleddogs Newberry, MI
21 Registered Monte Simmons Doe Creek Kennel Engdine, MI
22 Registered Matt Sturmer Deepwoods Husky Dogs Bruce Crossing, MI
23 Registered Linus Meyer Grove Trotters Kennel Melrose, MN
24 Registered Paul Amano Boreal Journeys Sled Dog... Kaministiquia, Ontario
25 Registered Kelly Jo Engle Kelly Jo's Solitaire Atlantic Mine, MI
26 Registered Geri Minard Newberry, MI
27 Registered Bruce Magnusson Magnusson Racing Manchester, MI
28 Registered Gerhardt Thiart Magnusson Racing Manchester, MI
29 Registered Charlie LaBoda Night Train Racing Sled... Hovland, MN
30 Registered Truman Obermeyer Brewery Creek Racing Calumet, MI
Waiting List Amber Evans Silent Night Sled Dogs Milaca, Mn
Withdraw Nancy Johnson Evergreen Kennel Devils Lake, ND
Withdraw Roger Johnson Evergreen Kennel Devils Lake, ND
Withdraw Merlyn Coy Lake Effect Racing Iron River, WI
Withdraw Shaynee Seipke Howling Ridge Kennel Gladwin, MI
Withdraw Aurora MacKenzie Crane Harbour Huskies Bruce Mines, Ontario
Withdraw Lloyd Gilbertson Caribou Creek Racing... Chatham, MI
Withdraw Lloyd Gilbertson Caribou Creek Racing... Chatham, MI
Registered
Monday, September 26, 2011 9:49 AM
Michael Bestgen
Michael Bestgen
Fugarwekennels
St. Cloud, MN 56304

Michael Bestgen got his start as a musher by helping a friend. Since then, he’s competed in nearly five-dozen races... and placed second several times. This is Michael’s third year at the CopperDog 150. His lead dogs are Vicious and Blanche... both of whom ran this race last year. From Saint Cloud, Minnesota... please welcome Michael Bestgen...

Starting Chute Song: Free Bird, Lynyrd Skynyrd

Registered
Monday, September 26, 2011 10:40 AM
Martha Schouweiler
Otter Run Kennel
Irma, WI 54442

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Starting Chute Song:

Registered
Monday, September 26, 2011 8:59 PM
Kevin Malikowski
Kevin Malikowski
Winternight Sled Dogs
Outing, MN 56662

Kevin Malikowski is a 30-year dogsled racing veteran... who’s run more races than he can count... finished everywhere from top to bottom... and says the CopperDog 150 is the nicest race he’s ever done. Kevin’s lead dogs are Margaret and Sneezy. From the Winter Night Sled Dog Kennel in Outing, Minnesota... please welcome Kevin Malikowski...

Starting Chute Song: Twist & Shout, John Lennon

Registered
Tuesday, September 27, 2011 9:17 AM
David Gordon
David Gordon
Duluth, MN 55804

David Gordon’s love of dogs and the out-of-doors made mushing a natural interest. He’s completed a dozen races... and often finds himself in the middle of the pack. David also raises mini-draft horses. His lead dogs are Rhutan and Lolo. Working out of the Maple Ridge Kennel in Duluth, Minnesota... please welcome David Gordon...

Starting Chute Song:

Registered
Tuesday, September 27, 2011 12:41 PM
Martin Koenig
Martin Koenig
Seeley Lake, MT 59868

Martin Koenig comes all the way from Seely Lake, Montana... and Blue Collar Racing. Martin’s one of the most experienced mushers in the field... with more than a hundred races finished... including the legendary Iditerod. He finished third in this year’s U-P 200. His lead dogs are Orville and Mattie. Please welcome Martin Koenig...

Starting Chute Song: Up Around The Bend, CCR

Registered
Tuesday, September 27, 2011 9:00 PM
John Hull
John Hull
Rocky Flats
Elton, WI 54430

John Hull is an eight-year dogsled racing veteran... with nearly 40 races and a number of first-place finishes to his credit. He placed third in this year’s U-P 200 Midnight Run. His lead dogs are Oscar and Cain... both four years old, and driven to finish first. John races out of the Rocky Flats Kennels in Elton, Wisconsin. Please welcome John Hull...

Starting Chute Song: Broken, Beat and Scarred, Metallica

Registered
Wednesday, September 28, 2011 12:15 AM
Roy Bauer
Roy Bauer
Otter River Sled Dog Training Center and Wilderness Adventures
Chassell, MI 49916

Roy Bauer is just 15 years old... but he’s already an accomplished racer. Roy finished sixth in the CopperDog 150 last year... and ran the Midnight Run in Marquette at age 13. Off the track, he’s a musician with his own recording studio. With lead dogs Dagwood and Chevelle... from Otter River Sled Dogs in Chassell... please welcome Roy Bauer...

Starting Chute Song: Ner Ner, Guthrie Govan

Registered
Thursday, September 29, 2011 4:54 PM
Thomas Roley
Thomas Roley
Bryant, WI 54418

Tom Roley got started as a musher when he helped his dad in the John Beargrease Marathon 20 years ago. On his own, he’s finished nearly 20 races... some near the top... others near the bottom. Tom’s lead dogs are Ceaser and Jasmine... and his biggest fan is his four-year-old daughter. From Bryant, Wisconsin... please welcome Tom Roley...

Starting Chute Song: Truckin', Grateful Dead

Registered
Thursday, September 29, 2011 7:37 PM
Jerry Bath
Bath Racing Kennel
Lander, WY 82520

Jerry Bath comes to us all the way from Lander, Wyoming. Jerry saw some dogsled races... thought it looked like fun. Now, he’s completed more than 50... and often finishes in the top-10. His lead dogs are Badger, Lady Bug, Peek a Boo and Jennie... and Jerry says he can count on each of them. From Bath Racing... please welcome Jerry Bath.

Starting Chute Song: Back in Black, ACDC

Registered
Friday, September 30, 2011 2:14 PM
Maggie Heilmann
Maggie Heilmann
Mad Dog Racing Kennel
Somerset, WI 54025

Maggie Heilman moved from skijoring into mushing six years ago because got hooked on being pulled by dogs. She and her team are sponsored by Red Paw Dog Food... DogBooties.com... Revival Animal Health... and Mojo Solo Zardoz Notwax. Her lead dogs are Lily, Ellie and Strider. From Mad Dog Racing in Somerset, Wisconsin... please welcome Maggie Helman.

Starting Chute Song: Hair of the Dog, Nazareth

Registered
Friday, September 30, 2011 6:48 PM
Ian MacKenzie
Ian MacKenzie
Crane Harbour Huskies
Bruce Mines, Ontario P0R1C0

Ian MacKenzie is from Bruce Mines, Ontario... east of the Soo on the North Channel. He inherited his love of dogs from his dad. Ian has completed nearly five dozen races... and finished everywhere from first to last. His lead dogs are Pretty and Beauty... and Ian says they usually listen well. From Crane Harbor Huskies... please welcome Ian MacKenzie.

Starting Chute Song:

Registered
Friday, September 30, 2011 8:16 PM
Jon Mattsen
Jon Mattsen
Muskego, WI 53150

Jon Mattsen has been mushing since he was a kid. Now that he’s older, he’s completed a dozen races... and says he mushes just for the fun of it. His lead dogs are Jacque and Frigg... who provide experienced leadership for his otherwise young team. Jon also enjoys hunting and fishing with his kids. From Muskego, Wisconsin... please welcome Jon Mattsen.

Starting Chute Song: We Will Rock You, Queen

Registered
Friday, September 30, 2011 9:15 PM
Larry Fortier
Larry Fortier
Coyote Run Sled Dog Kennel
Gaylord, MI 49735

Larry Fortier got his start as a musher by helping his wife. When she became pregnant, Larry stepped in... and now they both race. Larry was the Rookie of the Year at the Bear Grease three years ago... and considers the CopperDog to be the best race of the year. His lead dogs are George and Franklin. From Coyote Run Sled Dogs in Gaylord... please welcome Larry Fortier...

Starting Chute Song: Last of the Mohicans Soundtrack

Registered
Friday, September 30, 2011 9:37 PM
Jerry Papke
Jerry Papke
Alder Creek Kennel
Kingston, MI 48741

Jerry Papke’s first experience with dogs came while hunting as a child. He transferred that love to sled dogs... and has completed 60 races... usually finishing in the top-10. Jerry builds log homes... and enjoys shooting pool, hunting and fishing. His lead dogs are Mike and Mercy. From Alder Creek Kennel in Kingston, Michigan... please welcome Jerry Papke.

Starting Chute Song: Lose Yourself, Eminem

Registered
Friday, September 30, 2011 10:41 PM
JR Anderson
JR Anderson
River Rock Kennel
Cook, MN 55723

J-R Anderson is one of the most experienced mushers in the field. He’s been racing since his family bought dogs in 1986. His lead dogs are Fox... who’s very smart... and Mabel... who’s very reliable. Racing out of River Rock Kennel in Cook, Minnesota... please welcome J-R Anderson... River Rock Kennel

Starting Chute Song: Beautiful Day, U2

Registered
Saturday, October 01, 2011 10:35 AM
Keith Peppler
Keith Peppler
North Shore Racing Sled Dogs
Bruce Mines, Ontario P0R1C0

Keith Peppler is one of the most experienced mushers in our CopperDog 150 field... with more than 30 years racing. Keith is a general foreman for a highway construction company. In the off season his wife, Tina, enjoys running the dogs. Keith’s lead dogs are Cocoa and Cash... both two years old. From North Shore Racing in Bruce Mines, Ontario... please welcome Keith Peppler...

Starting Chute Song: Wish You Were Here, Pink Floyd

Registered
Saturday, October 01, 2011 11:00 PM
Katy & Troy Groeneveld
Ten Squared Racing
Two Harbors, MN 55616

Troy Groenveld and his wife, Katy, hail from Two Harbors, Minnesota. Troy’s college football coach raised dogs, and got Troy hooked on racing. Troy has run about two dozen races... with finishes all over the board. He also enjoys hunting... from ducks to deer to bear. Representing 10-Squared Racing... please welcome Troy Groenveld...

Starting Chute Song:

Registered
Monday, October 03, 2011 3:15 PM
Lisa Dietzen
Lisa Dietzen
Team Evergreen
Marquette, MI 49855

Liza Dietzen is racing for Team Evergreen. She was inspired to be a musher when she heard the story of "Balto" in kindergarten. She has run 7 races and finished mid to upper. Her lead dogs are Onyx , Sapphire, and Shale. Onyx and Sapphire stay in her room and snuggle in bed with her at night. Shale is their sister and could be used has one of her leads in the Copperdog 150. Lisa's motto is" never give up" and that stands her in good stead in every race.

Starting Chute Song: Heart of a Champion, Nelly

Registered
Tuesday, October 04, 2011 10:41 AM
Amanda Vogel
Amanda Vogel
Snomad Racing
Ray, MN 56669

Amanda Vogel fell in love with dogsledding when her malamute pulled her around on a plastic sled about 10 years ago. She and her team are sponsored by Howling Dog Alaska... Top That by Loni... International Falls, Minnesota... Harmony Beach Resort at Lake Kabetogma... and Travis-Carlson Guide Service. From Sno-Mad Racing in Ray, Minnesota... please welcome Amanda Vogel...

Starting Chute Song: You Shook Me All Night Long, AC/DC

Registered
Friday, October 07, 2011 10:36 PM
Frank Holmberg
Holmberg Racing Sleddogs
Newberry, MI 49868

Frank Holmberg says it was just bad luck that he got into mushing. Frank has been mushing and training sled dogs since 1998 in Newberry, Michigan. He also enjoys hunting and fishing. Frank’s lead dogs are Crazy, Hope and Girl... and he says all three listen well. From Holmberg racing... please welcome Frank Holmberg...

Starting Chute Song:

Registered
Saturday, October 08, 2011 12:18 PM
Monte Simmons
Doe Creek Kennel
Engdine, MI 49827

Monte Simmons was introduced to mushing when he helped out some friends who had dogs. He’s completed nearly 30 races... and typically finishes from the middle to the top. Off the snow, Monte bikes, farms, fishes... and waterskis barefoot. His lead dogs are Link and Bootsie. From Doe Creek Kennels in Engadine, Michigan... please welcome Monte Simmons...

Starting Chute Song: Eye of the Tiger, Surviror

Registered
Saturday, October 08, 2011 9:00 PM
Matt Sturmer
Deepwoods Husky Dogs
Bruce Crossing, MI 49912

Matt Sturmer was first introduced to mushing when he worked as a trail vet. In 2005, he began racing... and says he usually finishes in the middle of the pack. His lead dogs are Cray, Dace, Aggi and Junior. Representing Deepwoods Husky Dogs from Bruce Crossing... please welcome Matt Sturmer.

Starting Chute Song: Jump, Van Halen

Registered
Wednesday, October 12, 2011 11:21 PM
Linus Meyer
Linus Meyer
Grove Trotters Kennel
Melrose, MN 56352

Linus Meyer got hooked on mushing and sled dogs after watching the movie Iron Will. Linus has completed 30 races... but runs just for love of the sport... and doesn’t even keep track of his finishes. His lead dogs are Jesse and Pepper. Racing for Grove Trotters from Melrose, Minnesota... please welcome Linus Meyer...

Starting Chute Song: North to Alaska, Johnny Horton

Registered
Sunday, October 16, 2011 5:49 PM
Paul Amano
Paul Amano
Boreal Journeys Sled Dog Kennel
Kaministiquia, Ontario P0T1X0

Paul Amano comes to us from the Boreal Journeys Sled Dog Kennel in Kaministiquia, Ontario... near Thunder Bay. He started mushing as part of a recreational program in college... and loves any outdoor actiity. Paul’s lead dogs are Elizabeth and Eureka... trail-focused, and eager to see what’s around the next corner. Please welcome Paul Amano...

Starting Chute Song: Valley Town, Elliott Brood

Registered
Wednesday, October 19, 2011 2:58 AM
Kelly Jo Engle
Kelly Jo's Solitaire
Atlantic Mine, MI 49905

Kelly Jo Engle races out of Solitaire Kennels in Atlantic Mine. Kelly is a Registered Nurse at Keweenaw Aspirus in Obstetrics. She has three grown children and two grandchildren. Leading Kelly's team are Earl, Cain, Bergan, and Phoenix. Kelly competed in the Midnight Run a couple of weeks ago. Handling for Kelly is Mary Peters. Please welcome Kelly Jo Engle...

Starting Chute Song: Red Neck Woman, Gretchen Wilson

Registered
Monday, October 24, 2011 8:35 AM
Geri Minard
Geri Minard
Newberry, MI 49868

Geri Minard fell in love with mushing when she took a dogsled trip in Wisconsin. She got involved with training and handling dogs... then bought her own team... and has completed 20 races. Geri races for Alcan Kennels in Newberry... and is hoping to start an animal shelter in Luce County. Her lead dogs are Speleman and Staple. Please welcome Geri Minard...

Starting Chute Song: Burn it to the Ground, Nickleback

Registered
Monday, November 07, 2011 12:40 PM
Bruce Magnusson
Bruce Magnusson
Magnusson Racing
Manchester, MI 48158

Bruce Magnusson started as a handler. Nine years ago, he got his own dogs... and has completed 50 races since then. He usually finishes in the top-10. Bruce has a great bond with his lead dogs... Siksik and Cheyenne. From Magnusson Racing in Manchester, Michigan... please welcome Bruce Magnusson...

Starting Chute Song: Danger Zone, Kenny Loggins

Registered
Monday, November 07, 2011 12:40 PM
Gerhardt Thiart
Gerhardt Thiart
Magnusson Racing
Manchester, MI 48158

Starting Chute Song: The Crossing (Johnny Clegg)

Registered
Sunday, December 09, 2012 1:08 PM
Charlie LaBoda
Night Train Racing Sled Dogs
Hovland, MN 55606

Charlie La Boda grew up in a racing family... his dad had dogs, and he learned mushing at an early age. Charlie has completed a lot of races... and has finished everywhere from last to first. His lead dogs are Mary... who loves to race... and Felix... who keeps up with her. From Night Train Racing in Hovland, Minnesota... please welcome Charlie La Boda...

Starting Chute Song:

Registered
Tuesday, February 21, 2012 3:38 PM
Truman Obermeyer
Brewery Creek Racing
Calumet, MI 49913

Truman Obermeyer started by skijoring in the Calumet Copper Classic 20 years ago. Since then, he’s completed more than 80 races... and typically finishes in the money. His lead dogs are Koko... a veteran leader... and Dawson... her nephew, and the only dog that can keep up with her. From Brewery Creek Kennel... welcome Calumet’s own Truman Obermeyer...

Starting Chute Song:

Waiting List
Wednesday, February 22, 2012 9:53 AM
Amber Evans
Silent Night Sled Dogs
Milaca, Mn 56353

Amber Evans attended her first sled-dog race when she was a college student in Bemidji, Minnesota and started mushing about 3 years ago. She’s completed 10 races... and her best finish is fourth. Her lead dogs are Kid Rock and Toby... she says they’re both “hyper.” Representing Silent Night Sled Dogs in Milaca, Minnesota... please welcome Amber Evans.

Starting Chute Song: Country Girl Shake, Luke Bryan

Withdraw
Tuesday, October 04, 2011 4:00 PM
Nancy Johnson
Evergreen Kennel
Devils Lake, ND 58301

Starting Chute Song:

Withdraw
Tuesday, October 04, 2011 9:54 PM
Roger Johnson
Evergreen Kennel
Devils Lake, ND 58301

Starting Chute Song:

Withdraw
Tuesday, November 08, 2011 10:44 AM
Merlyn Coy
Lake Effect Racing
Iron River, WI 54847

Starting Chute Song:

Withdraw
Thursday, September 29, 2011 1:01 PM
Shaynee Seipke
Howling Ridge Kennel
Gladwin, MI 48624

Starting Chute Song:

Withdraw
Friday, September 30, 2011 6:48 PM
Aurora MacKenzie
Aurora MacKenzie
Crane Harbour Huskies
Bruce Mines, Ontario P0R1C0

Starting Chute Song:

Withdraw
Tuesday, October 04, 2011 2:34 PM
Lloyd Gilbertson
Caribou Creek Racing Team
Chatham, MI 49816

Starting Chute Song:

Withdraw
Tuesday, October 04, 2011 2:31 PM
Lloyd Gilbertson
Caribou Creek Racing Team
Chatham, MI 49816

Starting Chute Song:

2012 CD150 Race Registration

Registration is now opened on September 20, 2011 for the 2012 CopperDog 150 Pro-Class race.  Click here to register now for the pro-class event.

Maximum Participants: 30 Teams

Are much discussion and debate, we have decided to limit the number of teams in the pro-class race to 30, keeping the event at the same size as 2011.  Although last year's race was a great success, we walked away with problems to solve and improvements to make.  We would rather spend a year solving problems and gaining more experience before we grow the pro-class race to accommodate more teams.

We are providing many opportunities to register early for pro-class race and save money:

  • $250 for entries received by October 1, 2011.
  • $270 for entries received by November 1, 2011.
  • $290 for entries received by December 1, 2011.
  • $310 for entries received by January 1, 2012.
  • $330 for entries received by February 1, 2012.
  • $350 for entries received by February 20, 2012.
  • $375 for entries received by February 26, 2012.
  • No entry will be accepted after 11:59PM, Feb 26, 2012.

If/when the event fills up, we will maintain a waiting list.  We will not be accepting any additional teams above our cap of 30.

posted on 9/23/2011 10:48 PM by Todd Brassard | Back to Top

Race Purse/Awards

We are pleased to announce about a 10% increase in the 2012 pro-class race purse. 

In 2011 we weighted our purse payouts to favor the top five position in order to attract the most competitive teams.  For 2012, without taking any money out of the top 5 positions, we are balancing out the payouts by adding $2,000 to the lower positions.  We have also added two new award positions with payouts.

CopperDog 150 Race Purse
Position 2010 Race 2011 Race 2012 Race
1st Place $3,000 $6,000 $6,000
2nd Place $2,000 $4,500 $4,500
3rd Place $1,200 $3,500 $3,500
4th Place $1,000 $2,500 $2,500
5th Place $800 $1,500 $1,500
6th Place $500 $500 $900
7th Place $400 $450 $800
8th Place $300 $400 $700
9th Place $200 $350 $600
10th Place $100 $300 $400
11th Place - - $350
12th Place - - $250
Total $9,500 $20,000 $22,000
posted on 9/23/2011 10:29 PM by Todd Brassard | Back to Top

Waiting List Policy

Posted by Todd Brassard on 11/7/2011

When a musher wants to compete in the CopperDog 150, they register for the event through the web site or by phone, pay the registration fee online or by check.  If the race has openings, the mushers are directly registered in the event.  If the race is currently at its maximum capacity they go on the waiting list. 

In either case, the musher must pay the full registration amount listed for that date.  When other teams withdraw from the event, or if the capacity of the event is increased, mushers will be registered in the order they appeared in the waiting list.  If registration availability does not permit a musher to make it into the event, they will be refunded 100% of their registration fee.

posted on 11/7/2011 12:00 AM by Todd Brassard | Back to Top

Withdraw and Refunds

Register early, register with confidence. Withdraw before January 1, 2012 and received a 100% refund of the entry fee. 

Withdraw between January 1 and February 1, 2012 and receive a 75% refund of the entry fee.  Withdraw between February 1 and February 17, 2012 and receive a 60% refund of the entry fee. No refunds will be issued to entrants who withdraw after February 17, 2012.

Refunds will be issued twice during the 2012 race season. Mushers who withdraw or switch races prior to January 1, 2011 will receive the appropriate refund in January 2011. All other refunds will be issued in March 2012.

posted on 9/23/2011 10:20 PM by Todd Brassard | Back to Top

Gallery - 2011 CopperDog 150 Highlights by Brockit

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