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What is the Avannaata Qimussersua?
The Avannaata Qimussersua stands apart from other renowned dog races, such as the Finnmarksløpet—a grueling 1,200 km journey across Northern Norway—and the Iditarod in Alaska, which emphasize endurance over prolonged periods. Instead, the Avannaata Qimussersua is a vibrant celebration of speed and purity. Known as The Great Race of the North, it has gained worldwide attention
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Navigating the New Frontier of Junior Dog Mushing: Establishing Social Media Guidelines for Safety and Professionalism
Photo: Getty Images/Canva Pro Navigating the New Frontier of Junior Dog Mushing: Establishing Social Media Guidelines for Safety and Professionalism By Dr. Robert Forto As the sport of dog mushing, particularly junior mushing, is becoming more mainstream and social media is the de facto place for interaction, guidelines should be established by parents for their
The Unmatched Bond Between a Musher and Their Dogs: A Partnership Built on Trust
Dog sledding, a sport steeped in tradition and adventure, is not just about racing across the snow; it is a profound partnership between a musher and their dogs. This unique relationship, forged through trust, mutual respect, and shared experiences, is at the heart of what makes dog sledding so special. In this blog post, we
Underdog 100 with Marcel Marin
In this episode of the Mushing Podcast, host Robert interviews Marcel Marin, a seasoned musher from Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, who is deeply involved in organizing the Underdog 100 race. They discuss the unique challenges of mushing in extreme cold, the race’s format, and the community’s engagement in dog sledding. Marcel shares insights on the history
Who is Musher, Riley Dyche?
On a recent episode of the Burled Arch podcast, we profiled Iditarod veteran musher, Riley Dyche. Photo credit: Riley Dyche/Darkhorse Racing Kennel In the heartland of Shenandoah, Iowa, a young dreamer named Riley first found his calling. It was 2010 when fate led him to the snow-draped mountains of Colorado, where he began his journey
Day 2 of Iditarod 2025
Hosts Aaron Peck and Dan Kirkup analyze Day 2 of the Iditarod. The discussion picks up where we left off last night, with all but 1 team resting. We saw a 2-run strategy and 3-run strategies going towards Tanana. We are starting to see the different packs emerge, those at the front pushing the pace,
Who is Musher Paige Drobny?
On a recent episode of the Burled Arch podcast, we profiled veteran Iditarod musher, Paige Drobny. Photo credit: Richard Arlin Walker In the wilderness of Alaska, where caribou roam free and mountains kiss the sky, a Virginia Tech alumna has found her true calling. Paige Drobny, journeyed to this remote paradise as a fisheries biologist,
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Navigating the New Frontier of Junior Dog Mushing: Establishing Social Media Guidelines for Safety and Professionalism
Photo: Getty Images/Canva Pro Navigating the New Frontier of Junior Dog Mushing: Establishing Social Media Guidelines for Safety and Professionalism By Dr. Robert Forto As the sport of dog mushing, particularly junior mushing, is becoming more mainstream and social media is the de facto place for interaction, guidelines should be established by parents for their
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Garmin inReach Mini 2 Review
Garmin inReach Mini 2 Review The best two-way texting satellite device, now with better battery life and interface Our Verdict Garmin has cemented its position at the top of the heap for two-way, global satellite messaging devices and services. The previous version of the inReach Mini earned our top honor, and the latest version makes
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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Underdog 100 with Marcel Marin
In this episode of the Mushing Podcast, host Robert interviews Marcel Marin, a seasoned musher from Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, who is deeply involved in organizing the Underdog 100 race. They discuss the unique challenges of mushing in extreme cold, the race’s format, and the community’s engagement in dog sledding. Marcel shares insights on the history
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Interview w/Bridgett Watkins
Robert Forto interviews Bridget Watkins about running in the Iditarod and more.
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Following the Trail
Following the Trail This past week, Robert attended the Podcast Movement in Washington, DC. It is the largest gathering of podcasters in the world, where several thousand people gather to learn, network, and discover what is new in the multi-media space—not just podcasts. Robert has attended this conference every year since 2017 and always brings back