This past weekend I competed in the 200 mile class of the Don Bowers Memorial Sled Dog Race, held annually in Willow. The class fielded nine eager, excited teams at the start line. Temperatures ranged from about -10F to -45F, but the dogs and I managed the cold better than anticipated. Going into anything colder than -20 is not something most anticipate with much enthusiasm, but my gear held up … Read More

After eight-hundred miles and twenty-three days on the trail, 2011 Norman Vaughn Serum Run '25 finally made it.  Pulling into Nome was like a dream come true.  We ran through so many trails and into so many villages, it's impossible to single out any favorites.  It was the first trip to Nome the dogs and I, and I don't think any of us will ever forget it.  We had an awesome group of people we … Read More

You are invited to help us support Terrance Shanigan with his participation in the 2011 Serum Run on Friday, February 4, 2011 in the dining room at Sheep Creek Lodge from 6-9pm. Sheep Creek Lodge will donate 50% of proceeds from participating food sales to PAWS (People Are Worth Saving) which is a spin off of Troopers on the Trail and uses dogs from Law Dogs Kennel.  Departing February 19, … Read More

The team and I are preparing for the Shakedown Run this weekend, a precursor to running the 800-mile Serum Run next month.  This weekend we'll be staying in the Willow Community Center in Willow, Alaska on Friday night.  Saturday morning, we hit the trail and run the dogs about 45 miles out to Yentna Station, a small lodge on the Yentna River that's completely off the road system.  On Sunday … Read More

This Saturday and Sunday, Joe and Molly spent some time at Sportsman's Warehouse in Wasilla.  Scott, Nasta, Flash and Boom went along to accompany them along with some sleds and gear for a weekend of demonstration.  We gave away two free dog sled rides and met tons of people.  Visit us next time, and you could win too!  Check back on our website and be the first to know about our next event. … Read More

Our new website is officially launching today, December 18, 2010! Sundog Media has provided us with an amazing interactive page we hope you'll love as much as we do. Stay posted on current events and be the first to find out about special offers available only through the website. … Read More

This Weekend in Wasilla December 18-19, 2010 Seward Helicopter Tours has been invited to attend the Sportsman's Warehouse Christmas with Santa. We'll be there Saturday the 18th and Sunday the 19th from 12-5. Santa will be arriving by Helicopter at 1pm! Stop by and take a picture on a dog sled and meet some members of our four-legged team. We'll also be providing information about Summer and … Read More