The Canicross Club

25/11/2025

If you are interested, join Robert for a (FREE) intro to Canicross & Canihiking webinar. There will be plenty of time for your questions. Saturday 29th Nov 7:00pm or Tuesday 2nd Dec 7:00pm
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/introduction-to-canicross-canihike-tickets-1975215562920?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawOSJuBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFMQVpmS1FVT2N5OGJkdmp6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHhLvHM9W5q5riKRk7ByT1dSQijz2E5tNRal1hwHL8xOQBOGnVW8zXYISYIw3_aem_LGiw8LF0tylG6-64vQFjSQ

Get ready to hit the trails with your best friend as you learn all about Canicross & Canihike!

20/11/2025

Introducing General Committee member Mikhail Orpilla who has taken on the responsibility for technology for the Canicross Club such as website management and he’s also pretty handy with a camera too.

I’m Mikhail and have a ‘hopefully’ healthy obsession with discovering ways humans and dogs can adventure and enjoy the outdoors together. Active dogs love active lifestyles, and being a resident in Sydney’s Inner West meant finding a balance between density and activity. I bikejor, dogpack, canicross, and dryland mush with our Kelpie, Kira, and am accepting the reality that our Mini Aussie Shepherd, Chino, is leaning towards a chilled out lifestyle centred around food, frisbee, and bike rides where she enjoys sitting in a padded crate!

13/11/2025

Meet our Club Secretary Daniel Murphy!
Hey, I'm Daniel. I've grown up my whole life with dogs and see them so much more than just a backyard pet.
In my spare time I love staying active, with a sweet spot for endurance type events. But anything that gets me out in the wild is my happy place.
So when I found out I could join my love of the outdoors, keeping fit, and having my best mate Chase (my 2 year old Koolie) with me to experience it all, I was over the moon. I went to my first canicross event and have been hooked ever since.

10/11/2025

Meet our Treasurer Joe Long!
Hi, I’m Joe, the club’s new Treasurer.
I got into canicross thanks to my wife Lucy’s love of running, and I’ve stayed hooked because of my love for the bush, the connection I’ve built with my kelpie Sid, and the eclectic community of friendly dog people that make this sport so special. There’s nothing better than a weekend morning on the trails with great company, both two-legged and four.

05/11/2025

I’m Robert, in my younger days I was a back of the pack triathlete, mountain biker, and kayaker. I’d been fairly inactive for a while, our Doberman puppy Malee changed everything. I wasn’t a big fan of running but she converted me, then we discovered canicross & scootering. We started racing in 2019 and I haven’t looked back. Australia is a bit behind with dog sports and activities, I decided to change that with the help of some awesome people, founded this club in 2023. I now run with my crazy GSP/GWP Arya.

27/10/2025

It’s snake season now so it’s good to be prepared and have the right equipment on hand to give your dog appropriate first aid to be able to rescue them in a snake bite situation. Here is an excellent first aid / survival strategy and simple kit from wilderness survival expert Michael Atkinson. Outback Mike

27/10/2025

Meet our new committee members!
We are excited to introduce the new team coordinating 'The Canicross Club' this year. Please welcome new members Dr Naomi Boyd as Vice President, Dan Murphy as club Secretary, Joe Long as Treasurer, new General Committee Members are Elliot Dawson (ED), Mikhail Orpilla, Andrea Purnomo and Sharnie Connell. Each brings fresh energy, experience and passion to help drive 'The Canicross Club' forward. A huge thank you to our returning committee embers for their continued dedication Club President Robert Ober and General Committee member Lucy Long . Thank you to our outgoing member Lynelle Whitcombe, Lynette Plenderleith and Chris Phillips for all their hard work. We can't wait to see what great things we will achieve together this year!

23/10/2025

Great news from our club sponsor SASH - Small Animal Specialist Hospital Tuggerah.

06/10/2025

Remember our 2025 Race 2 sponsor - Redi.Lend
Redi.Lend is a trusted local mortgage and finance brokerage, helping everyday people secure smart home and business loans.
We offer expert guidance and personalised solutions for first home buyers, investors, and small business owners—empowering you to make confident financial decisions and build the future you’ve been working for. Website - http://www.redi.net.au/
https://www.facebook.com/people/RediLend/61572553362013/

01/10/2025

For those of you who missed us being featured on Better Homes & Gardens, heres a link-
https://spaces.hightail.com/receive/OcEsW0wy0Q

Send a message to learn more

30/09/2025

Remember our Race 1 sponsor - Dogmatic Dog Training
Sharnie Connell is the owner of Dogmatic Dog Training, servicing the entire Central Coast of NSW.
Sharnie has a degree in Psychology and a passion for canine behavioural science.
Dogmatic Dog Training specialises in transforming challenges into triumphs and helping every dog to thrive alongside their human companions.
Whether you're looking to address specific behavioural problems or improve your communication and relationship with your dog for better obedience Dogmatic has you covered.

16/09/2025

Time flies, just a reminder in case you missed the previous post. The AGM is on tomorrow at 7:00pm, we'd love to see and hear from you (after all, it's your club). Members please check your email for details (sent 1st Sept) and let us know ASAP if you haven't received it. We look forward to seeing you there, enjoy your evening.