Steeplechase Stampede 2026

North American Canicross presents STEEPLECHASE STAMPEDE! Come join us November 8th at the Georgia International Horse Park for our In-Person CANICROSS RACE! Held at the prestigious Georgia International Horse Park, renowned as the site of The 1996 Centennial Olympic Games, this event is not to be missed! 5k and 10k course is classified as a technical trail running race. Participants should be prepared for uneven terrain, elevation changes, and natural features such as roots, rocks, and narrow paths. There will be 1 water / aid station on the course. Registered children under 15 will need to run with a registered adult. 10k RACE IS 2 LAPS SPRINT Distance : 1.25 miles TRI-HOUND CROWN! Complete all three distances and earn the prestigious Tri-Hound title! The Tri-Hound Crown is designed as a team event between dog(s) and human. The dog you start with must be the same dog you complete the entire challenge with across all distances. Competitors in the 2-Dog Tri-Hound Crown must race with two dogs in all events. Competitors in the CaniX Tri-Hound Crown must race with one dog in all events. Tri-Hound Crown Competitors will start with the 10K events. The required sequence is: 10K → 5K → Sprint Important: If you register in the 2-dog class but decide to drop a dog during the event at any distance, you will still be classified as a 2-dog competitor based on your original registration. Final Results: The final time for the Tri-Hound Crown will be the combined total of all individual event finish times. If you do not wish to run all three distances, you may register for one or two individual events. However, this will not qualify you for the Tri-Hound Crown.  Additionally, If you are interested in running with different dogs,  you will need to register for each race individually Dog-Friendly Trail Race: New to canicross or training a pup? Join us for the Dog-Friendly Trail Race class right after the competitive canicross event! Dog-Friendly 5K requirements will be less restrictive; however, face leads, flexi/retractable leashes, and no-pull harnesses are not allowed. Limit of 2 dogs per participant at a time. VIRTUAL RUNNERS!: Can’t join us on race day? No problem! We’ve got a virtual option for you! Virtual racers complete the course on their own time and turf. Run, jog, or walk the distance from anywhere and submit your results online. It’s a great way to be part of the event no matter where you are! You’ll have until November 30th to complete your run and submit your results. Each runner will receive a logo race T-shirt and finisher challenge coin! Registering for multiple events? You’ll earn a challenge coin for each distance class you complete. *Note: T-Shirt is not guaranteed if you register after October 20th. Additional  Race Logo swag will be available for purchase in the NACC Shop. CANICROSS REQUIREMENTS All dogs running in canicross are required to wear designated canicross gear. Harnesses that have “Y” chest bands and do not restrict the dogs movement, bungee lead 4' - 6’ ft attached to a hands free waist belt must be worn for those running in the canicross class. Only one dog can be run at a time, unless in the 2-Dog Canicross Class or Dog Friendly Class. 2- Dog Canicross Class Gear Requirements:  IFSS rules for 2-dog class require single split bungee line with neck line. Though we are not sanctioned by IFSS we will be following the international standard for a 2 dog class. RULES & REGULATIONS: No transfers, refunds or deferments allowed. All dogs entering the event are required to be up to date on vaccinations as recommended by Georgia state veterinary guidelines and must be in good health, free from injury or illness that could compromise their welfare or the safety of others. Although this is a dog event, we have a “NO GREET” POLICY . Dogs must be kept on a leash and under owner/handler’s control at all times both in the parking lot and event area. Dogs should NOT interact with other dogs or humans while attending our event. MUZZLES are allowed and can be worn on course as long as the dog has ample room for panting. Please email support@nacanicross.com if you have a reactive dog and are planning to attend so we can best prepare for you and your dog. HOTEL : Book your stay at LA Quinta Conyers: https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/hotels/53084?groupCode=COR7 We’ve secured a special group rate for Steeplechase Stampede participants: $109 + tax per night- Choice of one King or two Queen beds $99 + tax Sunday night PET FEES WAIVED! That’s a savings of $25 per pet, per night! IMPORTANT: Please make sure you let the hotel know you are with the Steeplechase Stampede/North American Canicross group at check-in to have your pet fees waived. CAMPING: Camping is available at GEORGIA INTERNATIONAL HORSE PARK.  PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR CAMPING FEE UPON REGISTERING. There are RV Hook Up's at the Equestrian Core of the Horse Park. Tent Camping and Dry RV Camping will be at the Steeplechase field and parking lot.         CAMP FIRES, GRILLING OR ANY OPEN FLAMES ARE NOT ALLOWED. RACE DAY SCHEDULE: All Races will be chipped timed and have a rolling start based on event size. Canicross will have 2 dog start lines in 10 second intervals. Please line up based on estimated finish times so as to pace our runners and prevent competitor congestion. PACKET PICKUP WILL BEGIN ON- SITE AT 6:30 AM ALONG WITH RACE DAY REGISTRATION * START TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE* 10k Canicross / Tri-Hound Crown Races begin at 8:00 am 8:00 am - 2-Dog Canicross 10k 8:00 am -  Canicross 10k 5k Canicross Races begin at 8:15 am 8:15 am -  2-Dog Canicross 5k 8:30 am -Canicross 5k 10k Dog Friendly Races begin at 8:45 am 5k DOG Friendly RACES begin at 9:00 am SPRINT RACES begin at 9:30 am 9:30 am - 2-Dog Canicross  9:45 am - Canicross 10:00 am Dog Friendly THERE IS A 2:30 PM CUT OFF FOR ALL RACERS START LINE IS THE SAME LOCATION FOR ALL RACES AWARDS & PRIZES: CANICROSS CLASS 2-Dog Canicross 10k 1st Place -  MALE CaniX 2nd Place - MALE CaniX 3rd Place - MALE Cani X 1st Place -  FEMALE CaniX 2nd Place - FEMALE CaniX 3rd Place - FEMALE Cani X MASTERS (over 50 years old) - OVERALL Canicross 10k 1st Place -  Jr  CaniX (not gender specific) 2nd Place - Jr  CaniX (not gender specific) 3rd Place - Jr Cani X (not gender specific) 1st Place -  MALE CaniX 2nd Place - MALE CaniX 3rd Place - MALE Cani X 1st Place -  FEMALE CaniX 2nd Place - FEMALE CaniX 3rd Place - FEMA