The Byllesby Dryland Derby is right around the corner, and we’re looking for volunteers to help make this event a success! From trail help to race-day support, it takes a whole team to pull off a weekend like this.

No experience? No problem—we’ll get you set up! 🙌
If you love dogs, the outdoors, and being part of an exciting community event, this is your chance.

Sign up to volunteer today! https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0E49A4AB2FA3FBC70-58283061-byllesby

Thank you for helping us make the Byllesby Dryland Derby unforgettable! 🐕💨

We’re thrilled to announce that this year we will have a GUARANTEED Registered Breed Class. This was possible thanks to the incredible support of our sponsors:

✨ Chuck and Don’s, Rosemount
✨ Fireside Restaurant
✨ Brewster’s Bar and Grill
✨ Jack and the Pack
✨ Nick’s Diner – Cannon Falls
✨ Nutrisource
✨ OMNI Winery – Rosemount
✨ WetLab Design
✨ Running Pine Trail Snacks
✨ Team Underdog Supply

And a big thank you to the Frazee Sled Dog Club members for helping us out!

Please join us in thanking these amazing businesses and organizations for helping us celebrate the dogs and teams that make our sport so special! 🐕💨

Photograph by P Salls Photography

Camp Phillippo, has offered us the use of their campsite and parking lot. Camp Phillippo is located 15 minutes from Lake Byllesby Regional Park.

The grass campsites can support vehicles without trailers, and vehicles with trailer would still be able to use the parking lot. The camp site and parking lot accesses are close to toilets- the parking lot is 700 ft away, the camp site is est 250ft-400ft away.

If this interests you, shoot a message to Mel at info@tcdps.org.

Come hungry and support Twin Cities Dog Powered Sports at our BRAT STAND fundraiser! 🎉

📅 September 27th & 28th
⏰ 10 AM – 4 PM
📍 Von Hanson’s Meats
7533 148th Street West
Apple Valley, Minnesota

Thanks to Von Hanson’s, we’ll be grilling up brats and hot dogs, with a portion of every sale going directly to the Byllesby Dryland Derby. 🚴‍♂️🐕

Bring your appetite and help us fuel the race season, one brat at a time! 🙌

👉 We’re also looking for volunteers to help at the stand—your support makes all the difference! Reach out to us by email (info@tcdps.org) or facebook messenger if you can help!

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The forecast is hinting at some rain, so you may want to pack your rain gear. A little drizzle won’t stop the fun, we’ll still be cheering on those powerhouse pups!

See you there, rain or shine! 🌦️

As we get closer to race day, let’s take a moment to talk about the two day race format.

Most dryland events are held over two consecutive days (usually Saturday and Sunday). Competitors run the same course both days, sometimes with only minor variations depending on trail conditions. A competitor races in the same class(es) both days.

Each competitor’s run is timed separately each day. At the end of the event, the two times are added together. The lowest combined time wins.

– Example: If a team runs 10:15 on Day 1 and 10:05 on Day 2, their total is 20:20.

This format rewards consistency, a fast but clean second day can make up for small mistakes on the first, and vice versa. Because the races are in the fall, trails may change from one day to the next (mud, frost, leaves, etc.). Dogs and mushers must adapt quickly.

Day 1 start order is usually based on a draw or registration sequence. On Day 2, start order is based on Day 1’s finish times, fastest first.

Splitting the race across two days makes it fairer: it reduces the impact of one bad run, spreads out the physical effort for dogs, and ensures the best teams rise to the top.

Hello Byllesby racers!

Still looking for campgrounds? About 25-30 minutes from the race site there is one in Zumbrota, MN!

The sites are open now for the reservation. The site is is available through the HipCamp App and the host name is Double J. Here is the website/app.

They may go quickly so the sooner you sign up the better. When you sign up- sign up with max 2 people per the host. (He is waving the fee if there is others staying with you)

After you sign up- message the host Jeff- how many dogs and people you are expecting at the site and you are with the TCDPS-event.

Please reach out if you have questions! See you soon!

The Byllesby Dryland Derby is now officially ISDRA approved ✅🐾

That means your miles and placements here will count toward ISDRA standings—so bring your best and race for points, pride, and pure dryland fun!

📍 Lake Byllesby Regional Park
📅 October 18–19, 2025

Register today at tcdps.org! 🐕🚴‍♂️🛷

Exciting News! Byllesby Dryland Derby is now IFSS Accredited!

Earn World Cup points right here in Minnesota while racing your favorite fall trails. Same fun, same vibe — now with international recognition!

See you all October 18th and 19th!

Get ready for the fastest paws on wheels! The Byllesby Dryland Derby is back, bringing the thrill of dog-powered racing to Lake Byllesby Regional Park on October 18–19, 2025.

Watch incredible canine athletes and their humans fly down the trails with bikes, carts, and scooters, or join in the fun with your own four-legged teammate. Then stick around for the canine weight pull, where determination and teamwork take center stage.

📍 Lake Byllesby Regional Park

📅 October 18–19, 2025

➡️ Learn more & register at tcdps.org

This is fall fun at full speed—you don’t want to miss it! 🍂🐕💨