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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

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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Marker to Marker with Bridgett Watkins

Marker to Marker with Bridgett Watkins In this episode of Mushing, Robert Forto interviews Bridgett Watkins, a musher who recently completed the Iditarod and authored a book titled ‘Marker to Marker.’ They discuss her journey in dog mushing, the challenges she faced, and the lessons learned along the way. Bridget shares her experiences of training

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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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Podcasts

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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Gareth Wright posing with his lead dog after winning the 1950 ONAC.

Tribute to Gareth T. Wright

Mushing legend, Gareth Thomas Wright, passed on October 14, 2019 in Fairbanks, Alaska.. Gareth was born in Nenana, Alaska on October 16, 1928 to the late Arthur and Myrtle (Rose) Wright.  He spent his early childhood in Minto, where his father served as the Episcopal minister. When Gareth was six years old, the family returned

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