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Mushing is Trademarked

After more than 13 months we have our trademark! One of the first things we did was find out if Mushing had been trademarked and to our surprise, it had not. We filed our application and over many attorney meetings and back and forth with the United States Patent and Trademark Office it was issued

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In this episode we talk to Junior Iditarod champ, Emily Robinson.

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The state of mushing

State of Mushing: Year 1

In this episode, Robert Forto and Michele discuss the one-year anniversary of their acquisition of Mushing Magazine, highlighting their rebranding efforts, trademarking initiatives, and the relaunch of their podcast. They emphasize their commitment to maintaining the print magazine, engaging with the community through sponsorships, and the introduction of their Lego mascots, Chaser and Dream. The

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Alex Lee Moore Mushing Magazine

Alex Lee Moore

Dog Musher Alex Lee Moore In this episode of Mushing, host Robert Forto speaks with Alex Lee Moore, a newcomer to the dog mushing community in Alaska. Alex shares her journey from Virginia to Alaska, her family’s involvement in mushing, and her aspirations for racing and training sled dogs. The conversation explores the challenges and

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Photo credit Margaret Harings Photography

Yukon Quest Alaska with Lisa Nilson

In this episode of Mushing, Robert Forto speaks with Lisa Nilson, the Executive Director of the Yukon Quest, about the upcoming race, its history, and the challenges faced in the mushing community. They discuss the planning and logistics involved in organizing the race, the changes in race routes, and the importance of community support. Lisa

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Iditarod musher Bridgett Watkins offers a testament to the human spirit’s ability to thrive in the face of adversity

Iditarod musher Bridgett Watkins offers a testament to the human spirit’s ability to thrive in the face of adversity The author offers readers an inspiring, true account of her journey as a musher navigating Alaska’s wilderness, overcoming formidable challenges, and pursuing her dreams one marker at a time. WILLOW, ALASKA (MUSHING) – Bridgett Watkins embraces,

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Iditarod Champion Rick Mackey Dies at 71

Iditarod Champion Rick Mackey Passes Away Iditarod champion Rick Mackey died Monday in Fairbanks, Alaska following a 19-month battle with cancer, according to his family. A Facebook post shared by daughter Brenda Mackey expressed grief at the loss but found comfort that the loss came tied to a family tradition — the number 13, the

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Adventure

Quintessential Clarence

Clarence rushed to my side, scanning my face anxiously as I sneezed a second time. “You OK?” his worried dark brown eyes asked. I laughed at him. “I’m OK,” I assured my companion inside the tiny trapping cabin. “Just allergies.” The big dog, for years my main leader, was a deeply loyal worrier. A sneeze,

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The state of mushing

State of Mushing: Year 1

In this episode, Robert Forto and Michele discuss the one-year anniversary of their acquisition of Mushing Magazine, highlighting their rebranding efforts, trademarking initiatives, and the relaunch of their podcast. They emphasize their commitment to maintaining the print magazine, engaging with the community through sponsorships, and the introduction of their Lego mascots, Chaser and Dream. The

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Dryland in Alaska

Beautifully shot by adventure photographer Jeremy T. Grant

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Interview w/Bridgett Watkins

Robert Forto interviews Bridget Watkins about running in the Iditarod and more.

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The Original Mission of Mushing Magazine

This is the original mission of Mushing Magazine published by the editors, Todd Hoener and Al Geist back in the first issue of the magazine in February 1988.  This magazine is the natural result of people wanting more infor­mation about a growing activity which is gaining interest world­wide: dog mushing. The project began with a

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Issue #198

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