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Snow Dogs Greet Hingham Hikers and Bikers at Wompatuck

Siberian huskies pulled bikers around the park..

Boston Snow Dogs greeted Hingham bikers and hikers at the on Saturday afternoon. Siberian dogs pulled bikes, scooters, rigs and sleds around the park.

According to WATD 95.9, the dogs were tied to residents' bikes and scooters and pulled them around town.

Participants could watch a number of urban mushing demos, meet the snow dogs, buy Siberian Husky and Boston Snow Dogs merchandise and hike through beautiful Wompatuck State Park.  Proceeds from sales of husky merchandise benefited Boston Snow Dogs as well as a number of charitable causes to help Siberians in need.  Through this event Boston Snow Dogs increased awareness of the club, introduce everyone to the exciting sport of urban mushing, and share this beautiful breed with the community.

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Boston Snow Dogs is a cooperative-style group that brings together owners and dogs to share a common passion.  Members enjoy hiking, camping, urban mushing and other activities and encourage pet owners to share valued information and ideas.  BSD also works with non-profit organizations to offer support to Siberian owners and assist in raising funds for dogs in need.  Although many activities are geared toward northern breeds, all dogs are welcome and members need not own a dog to enjoy the group’s activities.  Learn more about Boston Snow Dogs at http://www.meetup.com/BOSTONSNOWDOGS/.

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