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2008-2009 Program & Schedule

Alaska Skijoring & Pulk Association Jamie’s Corner A Note from the  We will continue to host the popular ski wax President clinics with Fred Raymond. Alaska Skijoring  We will continue to put the signs and maps and Pulk Association out at Creamer‟s Field. The trails will be P.0. Box 82843 groomed for multiple use at Creamer‟s and Fairbanks, AK 99708-2843 North Star by our own Pat DeRuyter, Peggy Hotline: (907) 45-SKIJOR I‟d like to introduce myself as the continuing (907) 457-5456 Raybeck and many other great volunteers. www.sleddog.org/skijor President of the Alaska Skijoring and Pulk  We will update the ASPA website to provide or Association (ASPA). I‟m Jamie Marschner and alaskaskijoring.org additional educational information about we have numerous activities planned this year skijoring. for both beginning and experienced skijorers.  We will print a monthly newsletter during the We will sponsor the following activities during season with informative articles about topics the upcoming season: of interest as well as upcoming events and  Our Beginners‟ Clinic is scheduled at Alaska results of past events. Feed in December with an on-snow session  The Fall General Membership meeting and following at Creamer‟s Field. Pre-register potluck in October will kick off our season. early! Join us for our Spring Membership Meeting  Skate Ski Clinics, taught by Joel Buth of and Barbeque in March where we recognize Goldstream Sports, for both beginning and all of our great volunteers! intermediate, will be available to get ASPA It will be a busy fun-filled year! I hope to see Something for members back in shape for skijoring. We you out on the trails or at our many events. Everyone also refer skiers to the Nordic Ski Club for Feel free to contact me or any ASPA Board lessons. member with questions about ASPA or to  Training Clinics staffed by ASPA volunteers volunteer for any of the events. will be held at Creamer‟s Field trails for the Where 3 beginner and for the more experienced to Go Skijoring Jamie Marschner, President, 458-0462, skijorer with dogs who may need [email protected] socialization or passing skills.  The Creamer‟s Field Fun Races 4Trail Etiquette continue with Andy Warwick as our And Safety Race Coordinator and a lot of volunteer helpers are needed for the many events. The philosophy of 2008/20095 providing a distance for everyone will Event Schedule continue as will the fun rather than highly competitive format. Relays, LeMans starts and the Orienteering 7Being Seen in Race add to the variety. the Dark  The Race Across the Valley will be coordinated by Brian Charlton and 9 Don Kiely this year and we look forward to another set of exciting trails Related to experience. Websites  The Birch Hill Race will again be the premier event of the season with World 14 Cup accreditation and participants from Membership around the state joining us at this Info wonderful venue. 15  The Show „n‟ Go‟s (organized by Peggy Etiquette in Raybeck) will continue with day trips Moose Country on local trails.  The Lee‟s Cabin race will be at the end 17 of March to take advantage of early spring weather.

2008- 2009 Program & Schedule Something for Everyone ASPA Has Something for Everyone Want to check out the sport before acquiring a dog or investing in 3 equipment? Beginner’s Clinic Attend the Beginners‟ Clinic or come out to any of our events and observe or volunteer to help out. See the ASPA schedule at www.sleddog.org/skijor/events.html. Don‟t have a dog? Come to the Beginners‟ Clinic or a Fun Race. A club member will let you take a dog for a spin. Have a dog who likes to run but haven‟t tried skijoring yet? Again, the Beginners‟ Clinic is just for you. It‟s amazing how quickly dogs figure this out when they‟ve got other teams to chase after. The trails around Creamer‟s Field, groomed by ASPA, are perfect for your first attempts at skijoring. Visit our website at www.sleddog.org/skijor/start.html for tips on the equipment you‟ll need to get started. Sara Elzey instructing at the Beginner‟s Clinic held at Alaska Feed. Want to try skijoring for the first time in a more relaxed, one-on-one setting? Call Jamie Marschner (458-0462) and she‟ll hook you up with an ASPA member who can show you and your dogs the ropes. Want to see your dog totally excited about running and share in that excitement? Come to a Fun Race or any other ASPA race. See the ASPA schedule at www.sleddog.org/skijor/events.html. Want to improve your skijoring skills? Attend ASPA clinics through the year and read the “Getting Started” articles at

www.sleddog.org/skijor/training.html. Getting ready for the on-snow portion of the Want a relaxed tour with fellow skijorers or an overnight trip to a cabin? Beginner‟s Clinic at Creamer‟s Field. Check out the Show „n‟ Go skijor tours. See the ASPA schedule at www.sleddog.org/ skijor/events.html and the listing of Fairbanks area skijor-friendly trails at www.sleddog.org/skijor/trails.html.

Trying out skijoring at the Beginner‟s Clinic on -snow practice session (above and below).

Photos by: Dave Partee Where to Go Alaska Skijoring & Pulk Association Skijoring Where to Go Skijoring Chena Lakes Recreation Area: Fairbanks Vicinity 12 miles of groomed mushing and ski trails with 4 loops of 1.5, 4.5, 5.0, 6.7, 9.5, and 12 miles. There are literally hundreds of miles of trails in From the Richardson Highway, turn east on the Alaskan Interior that can be explored with Laurance Road in North Pole. Drive ~3.5 miles dogs. Below is a sampling of available trails. and turn left at the "Lake Park" sign. Follow Some trails are wide and groomed regularly to signs to Mike Agbaba Trailhead. world class standards. Other trails are wild

single track that will test your skiing ability and sense of adventure. Goldstream Valley: Before venturing out to explore Maintained by local mushers, these trails are any Fairbanks-area trail, please read narrow in places, but fun, if you are willing to “ASPA's Tips for Good Trail do some double poling behind your dogs. Best Etiquette and Safety with Dogs" on starting points are Ivory Jack's on Goldstream page five. Visit ASPA‟s website at Road and the parking pullout on the east side of www.sleddog.org/skijor/ Ballaine Road at the bottom of the hill. trails.html to find Internet links for all the trails listed below. Two Rivers Nordic Trails: 7.5K of groomed Nordic ski trails that have been opened on a trial Jeff Studdert Trails (ADMA): basis to skijorers. Please pay the daily use fee Located on Farmers Loop Road, ($5) or buy a season pass so skijorers may features 27 miles of trail with continue to use these great trails.

options of 1.0 to 27 miles. Groomed Congratulations to the 2008 Alder Award primarily for dog mushing, but White Mountain Recreation Area: winner, Chanel (on right), and her owner, skijorers are welcome if they yield Miles and miles of backcountry trails Carol Kleckner! Chanel is a “wheezer” to dog teams and pay the daily use who overcame her handicap to become a maintained for snowmobiling, mushing, and great lead dog. fee ($5) or buy a season pass. skiing by the Bureau of Land Management. The Creamer's Field Migratory most popular trailhead is at Milepost 28 of the Waterfowl Refuge: Elliot Highway north of Fairbanks. Lee's and The Trailhead is at the Creamer's Farmhouse Moose Creek Cabins are two of the more located on College Road. 2.5 miles of groomed popular destinations.

skijoring trails that tie into the 27-mile Alaska Dog Mushers Association (ADMA) Trail Cache Creek off Murphy Dome Road: system. Maps and trail etiquette fliers are Fun loops of four to eighteen miles that begin at posted at the trailhead. Also, a schedule of races Cache Creek Road at Milepost 20 on Murphy originating at Mushers' Hall is posted. Please Dome Road. See the website for a map. check the schedule and make sure you don't venture onto the ADMA trails during the posted race times.

2008- 2009 Program & Schedule Trail Etiquette and Safety ASPA’s Tips Good Trail Etiquette and Safety with Dogs 5 Fun Races The Alaska Skijoring and Pulk Association (ASPA) compiled these tips that work well for skijorers when they encounter any trail user. When you start exploring trails with your dog, check with the local trail users for trail maps and user rules. Trail travel by multi-users can be easy and fun if some simple etiquette and safety tips are followed by all. Note: the following tips apply to the Fairbanks area’s multi-use trail system. Other trail rules may apply in different regions, so ask before traveling. Every skijorer should be familiar with these trail etiquette and safety tips:  Do not skijor on trails maintained for only nordic skiing. In the Fairbanks vicinity, the University, Birch Hill, Salcha and other similarly well-maintained ski trails are Peggy Raybeck with Masey and Carmen not open to dogs. at the final Fun Race.  Do skijor on trails maintained for dog teams and other users. In the Fairbanks vicin- ity, the Jeff Studdert (ADMA), Creamers' Field, Chena Lakes, and White Mountains Trails are a few examples. Note, there are many more kilometers of trails on which dogs can be used than dogs are excluded from.  Skijor in the normal direction of travel. Most trails open to skijoring are also open to dog teams, skiers, mountain bikers, snowmachiners, etc. Also be on the alert for moose.  Stay alert and plan ahead for any trail obstructions or hazards such as road crossings or driveways, turns, skiers, mushers, wild animals or motorized vehicles.  During poor light periods, be sure to turn your headlamp on and wear reflective ma- Amanda Byrd with Rupert and Jolene at terial on your gear and clothing so that other trail users may see you. the final Fun Race.  Control is extremely important. Remember that the person with the most dogs has the right-of-way. Keep maximum control.  Stay on the same side of the trail as your dog(s). Do not ski on the opposite side, as this is unsafe for you, your dog(s) and others.  When approaching or overtaking another trail user, give them plenty of warning by yelling “Trail!” before you pass. Be polite and kindly announce to the person your intentions. Remember, not everyone has seen skijorers before and they may not know what to do. Be patient and in control.  After being passed by someone, wait awhile to allow some distance between you and the team that passed you. Jesse Warwick with Zip, Licorice and  Bring a helper/handler to events in which you may need assistance. Coordinators Boots at the final Fun Race. and volunteers may not be able to attend to your specific needs while also conduct- ing the event.  Do not turn your dogs loose, no matter how well behaved they may be.  Take extra precautions if your dog has a tendency to growl, bite or attack other dogs or people. “Alligator” dogs may cause endless grief for you and others if not prop- erly attended to. Many times it is suggested that these dogs attend some form of obedience training and guidance prior to participating in events with others.  Be courteous to others, and leave the trails and parking area as nice as you found them. A plastic grocery store bag works well for this chore if you don't want to carry a shovel. Keep some bags handy and use them. Christy Gleason and Kogosay at the final  Pay the daily trail use fee and Fun Race. write a thank-you note to the organization that made the trails available to you and your dog(s).

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Events listed in bold are hosted by ASPA. Event Schedule 2004/20052008/2009 Event Schedule *Denotes tentativeEvents IFSS listedaccreditation. in bold are hosted by ASPA

Month Day Event Contact This schedule is subject7 to Sept. 27 Dryland Race – Chena Lakes Sara Elzey, 378-5024, or [email protected] change. For the most recent Oct. 10-12 ADMA Sleddog Symposium Amy Gjestson, 488-5621, www.sleddog.org information about ASPA hosted events call our hotline Oct. 29 Fall Membership Meeting & Potluck, Jamie Marschner, 458-0462, [email protected] or check our website. For Dog Mushers' Hall, Farmers Loop, 6:00 non-ASPA events, use the p.m. listed contact number. If you Nov. 5 Skate Ski Clinic, Birch Hill, $5 fee, 6:30 Joel Buth, 455-7148, [email protected] would like to add an event or p.m. assist in any way with the Nov. 16 Fun Race #1, Creamer's Field, 11:30 Andy Warwick, 474-9148, or [email protected] ones scheduled, please a.m. contact the event coordinator Nov. 19 Skate Ski Clinic, Birch Hill, $5 fee, 6:30 Joel Buth, 455-7148, [email protected] (phone numbers listed next to p.m. specific events) or call the Nov. 22 Training Clinic #1, Creamer's Field, 11 Lisa Stuby, 458- 7657, [email protected] hotline, 45SKIJOR (457- a.m. 5456). If you want to receive Nov. 23 Fun Race #2, Creamer‟s Field, 11:30 Andy Warwick, 474-9148, or [email protected] current ASPA newsletters, a.m. please complete the Nov. 30 ASPA Show 'n' Go #1 Peggy Raybeck, 457-4775, [email protected] membership form and send in Dec. 3 Skate Ski Clinic, Birch Hill, $5 fee, 6:30 Joel Buth, 455-7148, [email protected] your dues. p.m. Dec. 6 Beginner's Clinic Classroom Session at Sara Elzey, 378-5024, or [email protected] or Alaska Show „n‟ Go‟s Alaska Feed, 10-1 p.m. On-snow at Feed 451-5570. Preregistration REQUIRED!!! Sign up at Non-competitive Show ‘n’ Creamer‟s Field 2-4 p.m. $15. Alaska Feed. Go’s feature leaders familiar with the area guiding other Dec. 6 Two Rivers Tune-up Janet Smith, 490-9994, [email protected], www.trdma.org skijorers on favorite trails. All Dec. 7 ASC Beginner’s Clinic 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org skill levels are welcome. Dec. 7 ADMA Challenge Series #1 457-MUSH, (457-6874), www.sleddog.org Show ‘n’ Go’s are a great way Dec, 12 Wax Clinic at Raven Cross Country, Fred Raymond, 456-5070, [email protected] to explore new trails with 6:00 p.m. ASPA members ONLY. Pre-registration is recommended others that have already been Dec. 14 Fun Race #3, Creamer's Field, 11:30 Andy Warwick, 474-9148, or [email protected] there. These events have no a.m. fee (unless noted) for Dec. 17 Skate Ski Clinic, Birch Hill, $5 fee, 6:30 Joel Buth, 455-7148, [email protected] participation. Just show up at p.m. the designated time and place Dec. 21 ADMA Challenge #2 457-MUSH, (457-6874), www.sleddog.org and enjoy the trails! Pay Dec. 27 Fun Race #4, N. Star Golf Course, 11:30 Andy Warwick, 474-9148, or [email protected] close attention to future a.m. newsletters that will detail the Dec. 28 ASPA Show „n‟ Go #2 Peggy Raybeck, 457-4775, [email protected] trail difficulty, length and Jan. 3 Fun Race #0 (Make-up), Creamer‟s Andy Warwick, 474-9148, or [email protected] meeting time. Check the Field Hotline (457-5456) for dates. Jan. 4 ADMA Challenge Series #3 457-MUSH, (457-6874), www.sleddog.org Fun Races Jan. 7 Skate Ski Clinic, Birch Hill, $5 fee, 6:30 Joel Buth, 455-7148, [email protected] Fun Races are low-pressure, p.m. competitive events where the Jan. 17 ASC Beginner’s Clinic 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org emphasis is on FUN. Multiple Jan. 18 ADMA Challenge Series #4 457-MUSH, (457-6874), www.sleddog.org heats of different distances on Jan. 18 ASC Chugiak Race, Beach Lake Chalet 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org well-marked trails are ideal for Jan. 24 Fun Race #5, Creamer's Field, 11:30 Andy Warwick, 474-9148, or [email protected] novices and more a.m. experienced teams. Jan. 24 ASC Willow Winter Carnival Race 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org Distances can range from 1 to Jan. 31 ASPA Show „n‟ Go #3 Peggy Raybeck, 457-4775, [email protected] 12 miles, and there are prizes Feb. 1 ADMA Challenge Series #5 457-MUSH, (457-6874), www.sleddog.org for each class. Feb. 4 Wax Clinic at Raven Cross Country, Fred Raymond, 456-5070, [email protected] Cold Weather Cut-off 6:00 p.m. ASPA members ONLY. Pre-registration is recommended Temperatures Feb. 7 ASC Bartlett Relay Race 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org Most of the ASPA events -- Feb. 8 Training Clinic #2, Creamer's Field, 11 Lisa Stuby, 458-7657, [email protected] unless indicated otherwise -- a.m. have a cold cut-off Feb. 13-15 Race Across the Valley Brian Charlton, [email protected], Don Kiely, 455-6749 temperature to ensure the Feb. 21 ASC Course de Jor Race and Banquet 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org safety and comfort of all Feb. 21-22 ADMA Gold Run 457-MUSH, (457-6874), www.sleddog.org involved. If the temperature Feb. 28-1 ADMA North Pole Races @ Chena Lakes 457-MUSH, (457-6874), www.sleddog.org at 9:30 am on the day of the Mar. 7 8th Annual Birch Hill Races Jim Herriges, 455-8007, or [email protected] event is at or below the Mar. 10 Fun Race #6, Creamer‟s Field, Evening Andy Warwick, 474-9148, or [email protected] temperature listed on the Mar. 13-15 ADMA Limited North American 457-MUSH, (457-6874), www.sleddog.org guide below, then the event will be postponed to a warmer Mar. 18 Jeff Studdert Invitational 457-MUSH, (457-6874), www.sleddog.org day or canceled. Call 458- Mar. 20-22 GCI Open North American 457-MUSH, (457-6874), www.sleddog.org 3745 for the National Weather Mar. 21 Lee‟s Cabin Race Sara Tabbert, 479-0456, [email protected] Service recorded Mar. 21-22 Lee‟s Cabin Show „n‟ Go Sara Tabbert, 479-0456, [email protected] temperature. Mar. 22 Orienteering Race, Creamer‟s Field Pat DeRuyter, 479-7853, [email protected] Show 'n' Go's: -10 °F Mar. 28-29 Tok Race of Champions Tok Dog Mushers Assoc., tokdogmushers.org ASPA Races: -15 °F Mar. 28 Two Rivers Funale Janet Smith, 490-9994, [email protected], www.trdma.org ADMA Races: -25 °F Mar. 29 Fun Run #7 and year-end barbecue Andy Warwick, 474-9148, Jamie Marschner, 458-0462 Be sure to call the ASPA hotline to hear the event coordinator’s final decision. More Anchorage Skijor Club dates may be found here: http://www.skijoring.org/Calendar/Calendar0809.aspx

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Lee‟s Cabin participants in March 2008.

Sara Tabbert and Brandon McGrath-Bernhard with friend at Lee‟s Cabin.

Warwick and Schikora, CPA‟s Income tax preparation and business services 1416 Gillam Way Nina Ruckhaus and Tracker at Lee‟s Cabin. Fairbanks, AK 99701 456-1566

New students at the Training Clinic taught by Lisa Stuby at Creamer‟s: Franziska Kohl with Mojo and Diane O‟Brien with Trixie. Lisa‟s dog Killae is in the middle.

Photos by: Paula Ruckhaus, Lisa Stuby

2008- 2009 Program & Schedule Being Seen in the Dark BEING SEEN in the dark by Sara Elzey 9 harnesses above their shoulder blades. L iving in a place where snow and dark- This doesn‟t interfere with their movement ness go hand in hand, folks like myself, in any way and gives more visibility from who like to recreate out of doors on snow, the side or rear. I also have tug lines that must come up with creative ways to see have reflective threads sewn into the line and be seen in the dark. While I rarely (available at Cold Spot Feeds). A few skijor in the dark, I often run or walk with weeks ago I witnessed a musher at ADMA my dogs in the dark. The biggest challenge putting small, lightweight headlamps on I‟ve found is not necessarily finding my stretchy bands around the necks of her way, (between reflected city lights and lead dogs with the lights facing down onto moonlight you can often see quite well the trail. I have not tried this myself, but it even without a headlamp) but rather being seemed like a great way to see the trail sure that I am seen by others. better and be better seen by other users. Often other night-time recreationists are For myself, I always wear a reflective on motorized vehicles (snow machines or vest or jacket with reflective tape on both cars) and moving at a high rate of speed. I front and rear (available at local sporting want to be sure that they can see me and goods stores or on-line). I often wear a Sara (above) wears jogging pants my dogs in plenty of time to slow down headlamp even if I don‟t need it to see the with reflective stripes, reflective and avoid me. This involves reflective way, just to be more visible to oncoming armband and vest, plus a Petzl gear as well as lighted gear. And remem- traffic. I have reflective bands that I can headlamp with rechargeable bat- ber, you may encounter other trail users wrap around my ankles or wrists, and, a teries and adjustable light beam. from all angles (front, back, side) so make lighted (or blinking) band, like my dog Her dog, Myst, wears the Swedish sure that you are visible from all direc- collars, that I often wear, facing the rear of Bjorkis reflective harness, an ordi- nary collar with reflective tape, tions. my ankle. Sometimes I attach a small and, also, another model with an For my dogs I have several different blinking bicycle light to the back of my adjustable blinker. Small blinking, things that I use, depending on where I am hat, collar, or headlamp strap, like a bicycle lights come in handy as going and what kind of other trail users I “taillight.” When skijoring, use a head- well. Ayla (below) demonstrates a expect to encounter. I have harnesses with lamp that is powerful enough so you can reflective vest for dogs and a lead reflective tape sewn on in several different watch your dogs a ways, to see what is with reflective threads. (Photos by places. I also have collars with reflective coming up on the trail. Petzl, is a brand Chuck Deehr) tape sewn all the way around the length of used by many skijorers, and, if you use the collar and large reflective dog tags. I rechargeable batteries, you won‟t be often put the reflective harnesses on my tempted to use batteries that have become dogs even if we are only walking, just to too weak to do any good. have more visibility. For even greater visi- Yes, this additional gear takes additional bility, I have collars that light up most of time to put on at the start of your activity the way around the dog‟s neck. They can and adds additional cost to the gear that be set for a continuous light (red) or they you need, but it is well worth it. You can- can blink. I usually put them on the blink not be too well lit up! Every winter there setting. (Collars & harnesses are available are horror stories of dog teams run over by at local feed stores or on-line, try motorized vehicles. It is up to us to take PetSmart.com). precautions to protect ourselves. Don‟t Reflective or blinking collars are great, rely on a couple of inches of reflective but if you have a thick haired dog the col- tape on the side of your dog‟s harness to lar may not be enough, especially from a make you visible ! side or rear angle. I have also tried attach- Any questions? Sara can be reached by ing small blinking lights (from Fred e-mail: [email protected] Meyer) that are designed to attach to a person or a bike, onto the top of my dogs‟

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Race Across the Valley

Left: Creamer‟s timers: Andy Warwick and Don Kiely timing at Chena Lakes.

Emily Bernhardt with Coral, Bonnie and Wiggy at Creamer‟s Field, Race Across the Valley. Emily was the overall winner for all three days.

Wes Graf with Frugar, Max and Prince at Two Rivers, Race Across the Valley.

Photos by: Laenne Thompson, Lisa Stuby

Related Alaska Skijoring & Pulk Association Websites 14 Skijoring and Nordic Skiing Related Websites Fun Races Organization Web Site Alaska Skijoring and Pulk Association (ASPA) www.sleddog.org/skijor or alaskaskijoring.org Anchorage Skijor Club (ASC) www.skijoring.org Alaska Dog Mushers‟ Association (ADMA) www.sleddog.org International Federation of Sleddog Sports (IFSS) www.sleddogsport.com International Sled Dog Racing Association (ISDRA) www.isdra.org White Mountains National Recreation Area Trails www.blm.gov/ak/st/en/prog/sa/white_mtns.html Nordic Ski Club of Fairbanks www.nscfairbanks.net Andy Warwick with Zip, Licorice and Boots and many Nordic Skiing Association of Anchorage www.anchoragenordicski.com helpers and timers getting ready for the start of Fun Mush With PRIDE www.mushwithpride.org Race #5. Fairbanks Junior Dog Mushers‟ Association, Inc. www.fjdma.org Midwest Skijorers Club www.skijor.org Tok Dog Mushers Association www.tokdogmushers.org Two Rivers Dog Mushers Association www.trdma.org

Bruce and Janna Miller with Roy and Lilly (and Killae) after running Fun Race #5. Pat DeRuyter grooming at North Star Golf Course on a dark, cold day in January. (Photo by Chuck Deehr)

Brian Charlton with Bonnie and Clyde at the Birch Hill race.

Getting ready for a mass start of the 9K one-dog class at Birch Hill.

Photos by: Lisa Stuby, Liz Kane

2008- 2009 Program & S c h e d u l e Membership Information Join the Alaska Skijoring and Pulk Association!!! The Alaska Skijoring and Pulk Association wish to join our club please fill in the member- 2008-2009 ASPA1 5 (ASPA) was formed to coordinate and promote ship form, include the membership fee in U.S. Board of Directors skijoring and Nordic-style dog mushing activi- funds, and mail to our ASPA address written President: ties in Alaska and the lower 48. In addition to below, or see us at one of our next club events. Jamie Marschner beginners‟ clinics, we conduct regular educa- You can also use PayPal on our website to join. 458-0462 tional lectures, training sessions, races and day [email protected] ASPA maintains the trails at Creamer‟s Field tours to provide information and guidance Vice President: and the North Star Golf Course. Annual ex- about this exciting sport. All new members are Carol Kleckner penses are several thousand dollars to cover the welcome, no matter what your skill level is. 479-0430 costs of snow machine maintenance and insur- [email protected] Membership entitles you to free admission to ance, grooming equipment, and sign purchases. clinics, discounts on admission to regular Treasurer: Even if you do not join ASPA, please consider Sara Elzey events, club newsletters, notification of recrea- making a contribution to help ASPA keep the 378-5024 tional tours and other events and free personal [email protected] trails groomed during the winter. Thanks!! classified ads in the club newsletter. If you Secretary: Lisa Stuby Membership Form for the Alaska Skijoring & Pulk Association 458-7657 [email protected] Name______Show & Go Coordinator: Last First Mailing Address______Peggy Raybeck Street or P. O. Box 457-4775 [email protected]

City State Zip Code Race Coordinator: Phone (optional)______Andy Warwick 474-9148 E-mail [email protected]

Are you interested in receiving the newsletter on-line? Yes _____ No _____ Hotline Coordinator: Carol Kleckner Membership Type:

Individual $15.00/year_____ Individual Lifetime $150____ Newsletter Coordinator: Family $25.00/year _____ (No lifetime available) Lisa Stuby Affiliate $5.00/year _____ (If already a member of your local skijor club.) Trail Donation $_____ ($5/day or $50/season suggested) Training Clinics/ Stage Race: Club Name ______Brian Charlton Club Address ______Don Kiely Lisa Stuby Club Website ______Sara Tabbert

Website Coordinator: Mail membership form to: ASPA, P. O. Box 82843, Fairbanks, Alaska 99708 Don Kiely 455-6749 [email protected]

Please consider a trail donation this year! Trails & Development Jim Herriges 455-8007 [email protected]

Animal House Veterinary Hospital Board Members: Brian Charlton and [email protected]

Noah‟s Ark Laurie Hueffer 458-0858 Boarding – Grooming – Pet Supplies – Dog Training – Doggie Daycare [email protected]

Dee Thornell, DVM Sara Tabbert 479-0456 479-2800 [email protected] 2702 Peger Rd, Fairbanks

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2008- 2009 Program & Schedule Moose Country Skijoring Etiquette in Moose Country by Jim Herriges 17 ‟m actually quite amazed that moose moose and give problems aren't more common. I've them time to I skijored around the Studdert/ move away. If Creamers trails for twelve years, mostly at they don't move night, and I've only had one encounter away from the with an angry moose, and she eventually trail, turn around let us go by. It indicates that moose are and head back the generally quite willing to get along. It way you came. seems that they become problems only  Be prepared to when caught by surprise or when angered release your dogs by some previous encounter. Deeper quickly. snow years likely increase moose encoun-  A moose with its ter problems as moose use trails for travel. ears back is not a Ways to avoid moose problems: happy camper. If  Skijor in mid-day when it is light and the moose comes moose are likely to be less active. at you with ears (Moose are most active at dawn and down, move as fast as you can in the dusk). opposite direction.  If skijoring at night, use a high-power If it appears that the moose is likely to headlamp. contact you before you can leave the area,  To avoid surprising moose, put a bear try to put a large tree between you and the bell or two midway down your skijor moose. line--it'll let them know you‟re coming.  Don't skijor with more dogs than you can PHYSI- CALLY con- trol. (You can't count on voice control in a moose encounter.) In the event of a moose encounter:  Stop well before the

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Melinda and Roger Evans North Star Golf Club www.northstargolf.com

Gambardella’s Pasta Bella 706 Second Avenue, Fairbanks, Alaska 99701 www.Gambardellas.com

 A Fairbanks favorite since 1987  Homemade bread baked fresh daily  Featuring “the mother of all lasagnas”  Dine in, pick-up or take-out  Voted Fairbanks‟ best Italian food and best European food! Lunch Mon-Sat, Dinner nightly

Dial 45-pizza, 457-4992

(Sophie’s Mom) 20 Alaska Skijoring & Pulk Association Photos by: Chuck Deehr, Bud Marschner, Lisa Stuby

Photos:

Top: John Schauer with Willow, Riley and Tsaina; Lena rarin‟ to go!

Middle: Sara Elzey with Millie, Ayla and Robin; Lisa Baraff with Luna and Tsuga; frosted Sunnifa Deehr

Right: Kimberlee Beckmen and new puppy

Below: Jamie Marschner and Kazan; Sara Tabbert and Rothko

Bottom: Laurie Hueffer with Addie and Pence; Don Kiely with Daikon, Chance and Casper