July 16th 2025

Dear all,

I am glad to inform you that Europe now have a new representative in the Athletes Commission, Martin Norberg, Sweden. Martin will succeed Zuzana Orság who was elected VP Economy.
Martin has been elected by the European members and will join Diego Sanches (Latin America), Ronald Klepadlo (North America) and Emily Voderlies (Oceania) in the Athletes Commission.

The members of Athletes Commission will now appoint a chair person who also will get a place in the IFSS Council including one (1) vote.


Sincerely
Helen Lundberg
IFSS President

July 9th 2025

Dear all

On behalf of IFSS Council I am very glad to announce that the 2026 Dryland European Championship and European Masters will take place October 14-18 in Gävle, Sweden. Technical organizer will be the Swedish Federation (SDSF).

For athletes who want to try out the trails at Skidstavallen in Gävle the SOC Scandinavian Open Championships will be organized at the same venue this fall, offering an option to race on the trails.

I am very excited since the trails in Gävle are well known for being excellent and this will make for a first-class championship in 2026.

Information about the 2026 Dryland European Championship and European Masters will be posted on IFSS website as soon as they are available.

Sincerely
Helen Lundberg
IFSS President

July 4th 2025

IFSS is pleased to announce that the European voting members have elected Alena Zbožínková as the new Continental Director for Europe.

Residing in the Czech Republic, Alena Zbožínková has been an active member of the mushing community since 2012. Over the years, Alena has competed in a wide range of events, from local races to national championships, as well as European and World Championships — most recently participating in the 2025 On-Snow World Championships in Røros, Norway.
Alena brings to this role not only a wealth of experience but also a deep passion for the sport. Her commitment and insight are expected to contribute significantly to the continued development and representation of the European mushing community.
On behalf of the IFSS Council, I warmly welcome Alena as our new Continental Director for Europe. We look forward to working together in advancing the goals of IFSS .

Sincerely

Helen Lundberg
IFSS President

Dear Federation Representatives,

We hope this message finds you well.

As we prepare for the upcoming IFSS Dryland 2025 World World Championships and World Masters in USA, we kindly request that if your federation is aware of any athletes who require an official invitation letter for visa or travel purposes, please contact us at your earliest convenience.
To ensure timely processing, we ask that you email the necessary details (full name, date of birth, nationality, gender and passport number) to development@sleddogsport.net as soon as possible.
This will allow us to prepare and issue the invitation letters without delay.

Thank you for your cooperation and continued support.

Agata Aleksandra Zaremba
VP Development

May 28, 2025

New Provisional member

IFSS Council has approved the membership application for Provisional membership from FIDASC Federazione Italiana Discipline Armi Sportive e Cinofilia sportiva (Italy).

On behalf of IFSS Council I hereby welcome FIDASC Federazione Italiana Discipline Armi Sportive e Cinofilia sportiva as Provisional member of IFSS.


Sincerely
Helen Lundberg
IFSS President