Amy Dionne, Madawaska, Maine


Kennel Name: TrailBlazer Sled Dogs
Major Breed or Bloodline: Alaskan Husky
Lead Dog(s): Eddie, Trigger, Louise, Bonnie, Clyde
Number of Years Racing: 15

How or why did you get involved in Sled Dog Racing?

I was a college student who wanted a dog. Found one online and went to pick her up at a mushers house. He invited me for a sled dog ride, had me in the runners a mile in, and it's all history from there.


Where have you raced?

UP, can am-fort Kent, chic choc-Gaspe, Quebec, St Pamphile Quebec


Have a training or race experience to share?

Hallucinating tree houses and bridges during a race. Last year in the forest during the UP I swear I could hear people talking. 

David Burge, Side Lake, Minnesota


Kennel Name: Dogwoods
Major Breed or Bloodline: Alaskan Huskies
Lead Dog(s): Kutzing, Cricket, Chi Chi, Fuzzy
Number of Years Racing: 3

How or why did you get involved in Sled Dog Racing?

I originally got into mushing from being a race volunteer at the Sawbill checkpoint at the Beargrease. To add to the excitement from that experience, my wife/kennel manager Cristen and I stayed with Deke Naaktgeboren on our honey moon where Deke gave us our first four sled dogs.


Where have you raced?

Minnesota, Michigan, Alaska


Have a training or race experience to share?

We have a nice collection of Red Lanterns

Ward Wallin, Two Harbors, Minnesota


Kennel Name: Silver Creek Sled Dogs
Sponsors: Betty's Pies, Julies Variety & Hardware, Lang Feeds, North Shore Lumber, Granite Gear, Two Harbors Towing, Silver Bay Family Dental, Zups-Silver Bay, Gooseberry Park Cabins, Louie's Place, PrintWear Graphics
Major Breed or Bloodline: Alaskan
Lead Dog(s): Barley, Hops, Bourbon, Whiskey
Number of Years Racing: 30+

How or why did you get involved in Sled Dog Racing?

Why not!


Where have you raced?

Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Maine, Canada


Have a training or race experience to share?

Last year's race was interesting.....broke the sled at the starting chute, dog team went off a small bridge, crashed into a snow machine in the middle of the trail. Could it have been worse - I doubt it.

Erin Aili,Ray, Minnesota


Kennel Name: Miles Ahead Racing Kennel
Sponsors: Scott and Holly Lundberg
Major Breed or Bloodline: Alaskan Husky
Lead Dog(s): Bubba, Drobo, Duker, Yoshi
Number of Years Racing: 25+

How or why did you get involved in Sled Dog Racing?

Great way to spend tie outside.


Where have you raced?

Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Wyoming, Alaska


Have a training or race experience to share?

Every timeout on the trail is a new adventure. Great to be able to share time on the trails with the dogs.

David Riche, Saint Pierre, Miquelon


Kennel Name: Musher SPM
Sponsors: Dandler Sled
Major Breed or Bloodline: Alaskan
Lead Dog(s): Balto & Cheyenne
Number of Years Racing: 8

How or why did you get involved in Sled Dog Racing?

I represent France and Saint Pierre and Miquelon (My province)


Where have you raced?

Europe & Canada


Have a training or race experience to share?

The Great Odysee in France. Beautiful show and first French Channel TV