Category Archives: Q&A

I know what Dogs like…

Posted on February 5, 2012 by Jodi

I know what dogs want… Dogs want, dogs want, dogs want MEAT. Anyone who has spent any time with me knows I love to sing. The fact that I sing badly and hardly ever know all the words has never … Continue reading →

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Shake your Bootie & Crunch Time

Posted on February 4, 2012 by Jodi

The madness of Drop Bags has begun, and it starts with a crash. First Booties… Right now is the big push to get all my gear ready to send out for the 2012 Iditarod. Working at home, with frequent breaks … Continue reading →

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Students ask the best questions ~

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Jodi

Holiday break is over, students are headed back to school for the spring semester. And mushers are gearing up for some serious races. Here at Dew Claw that means the Copper Basin 300, Tustumena 200, and the 1000 mile Iditarod … Continue reading →

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It’s Begining to look a lot like Drop Bags ~

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Jodi

Yes the madness of any race begins with the packing and the preparation. And to be honest it may be the least fun part of the whole thing. Last year I did a blog “Anatomy of a Drop Bag” that … Continue reading →

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First Cold Snap: Shedding for Science & Keeping Warm.

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Jodi

Yup, first cold snap of the season. And for those of you not familiar with Alaskan’s perspective on the weather, we are talking about -40F and lower when we talk about cold snaps. Actually found this cute little blog post … Continue reading →

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Answering the question: What can I do?

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Jodi

With Cristin Finnigan , Tasha and Ed Stielstra at the Nature’s Kennel. Had an excellent time at the Midwest Sled Dog Symposium last weekend, and was excited to see so many people interested in the sport of mushing.  Joined speakers; … Continue reading →

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