1985 was both a tragic and triumphant year for women mushers- it was the year Libby Riddles became the first woman to win the great race- but in that same year, long-time racing hopeful Susan Butcher was forced to withdraw from the race when several of her dogs were attacked and injured by a pregnant [...]
Before my first trip to Alaska I definitely hit the bookstore for some extra excitement and information and I still love to savor the spirit and lore of the North. Whether you’ve experienced Alaska before, are planning a trip for next summer or have it on your bucket list far off in the future, we think you’ll really [...]
Libby Riddles grew up around a lot of animals and always planned on having a lot of her own when she got older. When she moved to Alaska she naturally took an interest in sled dogs and began buying dogs though she never intended to race them. She trained and ran the dogs for fun, and [...]
You’ve planned this for months and with a little know-how and preparation, you can be sure that you will have the time of your life without worrying about a thing! Here’s how to avoid spending your vacation in the ship’s infirmary or stuck in your cabin by knowing all the defenses you can use to keep [...]
Follow the mushers and the amazing marathon athlete dog teams on the Yukon Quest this year! This historic, adventure-filled race is two weeks long as the mushers and sled dogs race across 1,000 miles of challenging, frozen terrain.
Don’t miss out on the
Adventure of a Lifetime!
