Sleddog Sports Comes To Ireland

Sled Dog Sports comes to Ireland....

Who are the International Federation of Sleddog Sports?

In 1992 the International Federation of Sleddog Sports (IFSS) was officially incorporated as a way to focus the efforts of many national, local and international organizations on the goal of Olympic recognition and alignment of mushing with other mainstream sports through the General Association of International Sports Federations.

IFSS is recognized by GAISF and in all countries as the world governing body of sled dog sports. For more information you can visit the IFSS website at www.sleddogsport.net

What Ireland had to say upon being nominated to host the IFSS General Assembly 2010:

“Cead Mile Failte” (Irish for a hundred thousand welcomes) sums up the excitement expressed by Mandy Hynes, secretary and founder of Sled Dogs Ireland upon learning of her country’s selection to host the 2010 IFSS General Assembly.

“We believe that the presence of the world’s governing body on sled dog sports in Ireland will be of huge benefit towards the development and recognition of sleddog sports here in Ireland. As hosts to the International Federation of Sleddog Sports, we aim to make their visit a memorable one, offering one and all a real Irish welcome. ‘Cead Mile Failte do IFSS!’ ”

What the International Federation has to say about coming to Ireland:

IFSS President Bengt Pontén is equally excited to promote the sport in Ireland. “This is a wonderful opportunity for IFSS to meet with Sled Dogs Ireland and help increase awareness of our sport in the Emerald Isle, especially in the dryland discipline.”