Tag Archives: Yukon Quest

A post about being helped and helping~

Still working on a post about the important Rainy Pass checkpoint sponsorship. But had some news that just could not wait… What is it you ask?  Well Unalakleet has been sponsored!!!  Mush Thanks to Mike Farmer for making sure the … Continue reading

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Update on Dan and the Quest ~

~ with a little jewelry thrown in for fun. So what is Dan up to this summer besides working full time… This summer the garage has been transformed into the set for  “Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance” the … Continue reading

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Answering the question: What can I do?

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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Smiles & a shameless self promotion

Lets just start off with the shameless self promotion. I am very excited to be traveling to Curtis Michigan for the Midwest Sled Dog Symposium (Oct 1). ~and it is not to late to register, learn more~ If you have … Continue reading

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Top 10 reasons I LOVE my Dogs!!!

And this one goes out to all the working dogs! There are so many beautiful working sled dogs. The Alaskan Husky is my sled dog of choice. (read an interesting discussion of the breed here, and learn more about recent … Continue reading

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Anatomy of Drop Bags – a photo dissection of what goes into planning for 1000 miles

Many have joked that it is the worst part of racing. In truth they may be right. Drop bags can make or break your race, and are sure to break the bank. Think about it: every item you will need, … Continue reading

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