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2007-2008 Program & Schedule

Alaska Skijoring & Pulk Association Jamie’s Corner A Note from the  We will continue to host the popular ski wax President clinic 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 (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 Association (ASPA). I‟m Jamie Marschner and 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. We Where 3 will offer weekly clinics for the beginner and to Go Skijoring Jamie Marschner, President, 458-0462, for the more experienced skijorer with dogs [email protected] who may need socialization or passing skills. 4Trail Etiquette  The Creamer‟s Field Fun Races And Safety continue with Andy Warwick as our Race Coordinator and a lot of volunteer helpers are needed for the Being Seen5 in many events. The philosophy of the Dark providing a distance for everyone will continue as will the fun rather than highly competitive format. Relays, 72007/2008 LeMans starts and the Orienteering Event Schedule Race add to the variety.  The Race Across the Valley will be 9 coordinated by Sara Elzey and Don Kiely this year and we look forward Related to another set of exciting trails to Websites experience.  The Birch Hill Race will again be the 14 premier event of the season with Membership World Cup accreditation and Info participants from around the state 15 joining us at this wonderful venue. Etiquette in  The Show „n‟ Go‟s (organized by Moose Country Peggy Raybeck) will continue with day trips on local trails. May not be combined with any other offer or trading credit. 17  The Lee‟s Cabin race will be at the No cash or coupon credit back for purchases totaling less than end of March to take advantage of $3.00. AK Skijoring & Pulk Assoc. Special expires 05/01/08. early spring weather.

2 0 0 7 - 2008 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? Fall Meeting 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. Wendell Schiffler, speaker from the Alaska Want to try skijoring for the first time in a more relaxed, one-on-one Trappers Association, at the Fall Membership setting? meeting. 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.

Want a relaxed tour with fellow skijorers or an overnight trip to a cabin? Yummy potluck at the Fall Membership Check out the Show „n‟ Go skijor tours. See the ASPA schedule at www.sleddog.org/ meeting. skijor/events.html and the listing of Fairbanks area skijor-friendly trails at www.skijor.org/skijor/trails.html.

Above and below: More potluck fun at the Fall Membership meeting.

Photos by: Lisa Stuby 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 2007 Alder Award primarily for dog mushing, but White Mountain Recreation Area: winner, Shadow Elzey, and her owner, skijorers are welcome if they yield Miles and miles of backcountry trails Sara Elzey! Shadow has had a 10 year to dog teams and pay the daily use career with over 80 recorded events. maintained for snowmobiling, mushing, and fee ($5) or buy a season pass. skiing by the Bureau of Land Management. The Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl most popular trailhead is at Milepost 28 of the 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.

2 0 0 7 - 2008 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 ski- jorers when they encounter any trail user. When you start exploring trails with your dog(s), 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 not Getting ready for a fun race, open to dogs. handing out bibs.  Do skijor on trails maintained for dog teams and other users. In the Fairbanks vicinity, 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 mate- Getting ready to put on the skis. rial on your gear and clothing so that other trail users may see you.  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 in- tentions. 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.  Bring a helper/handler to events in which you may need assistance. Coordinators and Away we go! volunteers may not be able to attend to your specific needs while also conducting 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 properly 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.  Pay the daily trail use fee and write a thank-you note to the organization that made the trails available to you and your dog(s).

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Photos by: THE SKIJORER’S SOURCE Pat DeRuyter, Lisa Stuby

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Dana Moudry on the Fairbanks-Circle trail Show ‘n’ Go.

Lee’s Cabin in March 2007.

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Photos by: Mike Malvick, Pat DeRuyter

2 0 0 7 - 2008 Program & Schedule Being Seen in the Dark BEING SEEN in the dark by Sara Elzey 7 above their shoulder blades. This doesn‟t L iving in a place where snow and dark- interfere with their movement in any way ness go hand in hand, folks like myself, and gives more visibility from the side or who like to recreate out of doors on snow, rear. I also have tug lines that have reflec- must come up with creative ways to see tive threads sewn into the line (available at and be seen in the dark. While I rarely Cold Spot Feeds). A few weeks ago I wit- skijor in the dark, I often run or walk with nessed a musher at ADMA putting small, my dogs in the dark. The biggest challenge lightweight headlamps on stretchy bands I‟ve found is not necessarily finding my around the necks of her lead dogs with the way, (between reflected city lights and lights facing down onto the trail. I have moonlight you can often see quite well not tried this myself, but it seemed like a even without a headlamp,) but rather being great way to see the trail better and be bet- sure that I am seen by others. ter seen by other users. Often other night-time recreationists are For myself, I always wear a reflective vest on motorized vehicles (snow machines or or jacket with reflective tape on both front cars) and moving at a high rate of speed. I and rear (available at local sporting goods want to be sure that they can see me and stores or on-line). I often wear a headlamp Sara (above) wears jogging pants my dogs in plenty of time to slow down even if I don‟t need it to see the way, just with reflective stripes, reflective and avoid me. This involves reflective to be more visible to oncoming traffic. I armband and vest, plus a Petzl gear as well as lighted gear. And remem- have reflective bands that I can wrap headlamp with rechargeable bat- ber, you may encounter other trail users 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 Swed- sure that you are visible from all direc- collars, that I often wear, facing the rear of ish Bjorkis reflective harness, an ordinary collar with reflective tions. my ankle. Sometimes I attach a small tape, and also, another model For my dogs I have several different blinking bicycle light to the back of my with an adjustable blinker. Small things that I use, depending on where I am hat, collar, or headlamp strap, like a blinking, bicycle lights come going and what kind of other trail users I “taillight.” When skijoring, use a head- handy as well. Ayla (below) dem- expect to encounter. I have harnesses with lamp that is powerful enough so you can onstrates a reflective vest for dogs, reflective tape sewn on in several different watch your dogs a ways, to see what is and a lead wth reflective threads. places. I also have collars with reflective coming up on the trail. Petzl, is a brand (Photos by 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, but rely on a couple of inches of reflective if you have a thick haired dog the collar tape on the side of your dog‟s harness to may not be enough, especially from a side make you visible ! or rear angle. I have also tried attaching Any questions? Sara can be reached by e- small blinking lights (from Fred Meyer) mail: [email protected] that are designed to attach to a person or a bike, onto the top of my dogs harnesses

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Events listed in bold are hosted by ASPA. Event Schedule 2004/20052007/2008 Event Schedule *Denotes tentativeEvents IFSS listedaccreditation. in bold are hosted by ASPA

Month Day Event Contact This schedule is subject9 to Oct. 19-21 ADMA Sleddog Symposium Amy Gjestson, 488-5621, www.sleddog.org change. For the most recent information about ASPA Oct. 29 Fall Membership Meeting & Potluck, Dog Jamie Marschner, 458-0462, [email protected] hosted events call our hotline Mushers' Hall, Farmers Loop, 6:00 p.m. or check our website. For Oct. 31 Skate Ski Clinic, Birch Hill, $5 fee, 6:30 p.m. Joel Buth, 455-7148 [email protected] non-ASPA events, use the Nov. 14 Skate Ski Clinic, Birch Hill, $5 fee, 6:30 p.m. Joel Buth, 455-7148 [email protected] listed contact number. If you Nov. 17 Fun Race #1, Creamer's Field, 11:30 a.m. Andy Warwick, 474-9148 or [email protected] would like to add an event or assist in any way with the Nov. 24 Two Rivers Tune-up Janet Smith, 490-9994 [email protected], www.trdma.org ones scheduled, please Nov. 24 ASC Powerline Pass Show & Go 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org contact the event coordinator Nov. 24 Training Clinic #1, Creamer's Field, 11 a.m. Lisa Stuby, 458- 7657, [email protected] (phone numbers listed next to Nov. 25 Fun Race #2, Creamer’s Field, 11:30 a.m. Andy Warwick, 474-9148 or [email protected] specific events) or call the hotline, 45SKIJOR (457- Nov. 28 Skate Ski Clinic, Birch Hill, $5 fee, 6:30 p.m. Joel Buth, 455-7148 or [email protected] 5456). If you want to receive Dec. 1 ASPA Show 'n' Go #1 Peggy Raybeck, 457-4775, [email protected] current ASPA newsletters, Dec. 1 Beginner's Clinic Classroom Session at Sara Elzey, 378-5024 or [email protected] or please complete the Alaska Feed, 10-1 p.m. On-snow at Alaska Feed 451-5570. Preregistration REQUIRED!!! membership form and send in Creamer’s Field 2-4 p.m. $15. Sign up at Alaska Feed. your dues. Dec. 1-2 ASC Lulie‟s Cabin Tour 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org Show ‘n’ Go’s Dec. 8 ASC Beginner‟s Clinic 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org Non-competitive Show ‘n’ Dec. 9 ASC Bob Toney Memorial Race 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org Go’s feature leaders familiar Dec. 9 Fun Race #3, Creamer's Field, 11:30 a.m. Andy Warwick, 474-9148 or [email protected] with the area guiding other skijorers on favorite trails. All Dec, 10 Wax Clinic at Raven Cross Country, 6:00 Fred Raymond, 456-5070 [email protected] skill levels are welcome. p.m. ASPA members ONLY. Pre-registration is recommended Show ‘n’ Go’s are a great way Dec. 12 Skate Ski Clinic, Birch Hill, $5 fee, 6:30 p.m. Joel Buth, 455-7148 [email protected] to explore new trails with Dec. 16 ADMA Challenge Series #1 457-MUSH, (457-6874), www.sleddog.org others that have already been Dec. 20 ASC Show & Go 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org there. These events have no fee (unless noted) for Dec. 26 Fun Race #4, N. Star Golf Course, 11:30 a.m. Andy Warwick, 474-9148 or [email protected] participation. Just show up at Dec. 27 ASPA Show ‘n’ Go #2 Peggy Raybeck, 457-4775, [email protected] the designated time and place Dec. 30 ADMA Challenge #2 457-MUSH, (457-6874), www.sleddog.org and enjoy the trails! Pay Jan. 6 Fun Race #0 (Make-up), Creamer’s Field Andy Warwick, 474-9148 or [email protected] close attention to future Jan. 13 ASC Kincaid Klassic 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org newsletters that will detail the trail difficulty, length and Jan. 13 ADMA Challenge Series #3 457-MUSH, (457-6874), www.sleddog.org meeting time. Check the Jan. 16 ASC Show & Go 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org Hotline (457-5456) for dates. Jan. 19 ASC Beginner‟s Clinic 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org Fun Races Jan. 20 ADMA Challenge Series #4 457-MUSH, (457-6874), www.sleddog.org Fun Races are low-pressure, Jan. 20 ASC Bartlett Relay Race 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org competitive events where the Jan. 26 Fun Race #5, Creamer's Field, 11:30 a.m. Andy Warwick, 474-9148 or [email protected] emphasis is on FUN. Multiple Jan. 26 ASC Willow Winter Carnival Race 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org heats of different distances on Jan. 26-27 ASC Talkeetna Mystery Tour 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org well-marked trails are ideal for novices and more Feb. 2 ASPA Show ‘n’ Go #3 Peggy Raybeck, 457-4775, [email protected] experienced teams. Feb. 3 ADMA Challenge Series #5 457-MUSH, (457-6874), www.sleddog.org Distances can range from 1 to Feb. 4 Wax Clinic at Raven Cross Country, 6:00 Fred Raymond, 456-5070 [email protected] 12 miles, and there are prizes p.m. ASPA members ONLY. Pre-registration is recommended for each class. Feb. 9 ASC BLM Trails Day 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org Cold Weather Cut-off Feb. 9-10 ADMA Gold Run 457-MUSH, (457-6874), www.sleddog.org Temperatures Feb. 10 Training Clinic #2, Creamer's Field, 11 a.m. Lisa Stuby, 458- 7657, [email protected] Most of the ASPA events -- Feb. 15-17 Race Across the Valley Sara Elzey, 378-5024, Don Kiely, 455-6749 unless indicated otherwise -- Feb. 20 ASC Show & Go 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org have a cold cut-off temperature to ensure the Feb. 23 ASC Fur Rendezvous Invitational Race 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org safety and comfort of all Feb. 23-24 ADMA North Pole Races @ Chena Lakes 457-MUSH, (457-6874), www.sleddog.org involved. If the temperature Mar. 1 ASC Ski 4 Kids Day 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org at 9:30 am on the day of the Mar. 1 8th Annual Birch Hill Races Jim Herriges, 455-8007 or [email protected] event is at or below the temperature listed on the Mar. 3 ASC Tour of Anchorage Show & Go 349-WOOF (349-9663), www.skijoring.org guide below, then the event Mar. 5 Fun Race #6, Creamer’s Field, Evening Andy Warwick, 474-9148 or [email protected] will be postponed to a warmer Mar. 7-9 ADMA Limited North American Champs. 457-MUSH, (457-6874), www.sleddog.org day or canceled. Call 458- Mar. 12 Jeff Studdert Invitational 3745 for the National Weather Mar. 14-16 GCI Open North American Service recorded temperature. Mar. 16-17 ASC Mendeltna Trail Tour 349-WOOF, (349-9663), www.skijoring.org Show 'n' Go's: -10 °F Mar. 16 Orienteering Race, Creamer's Field Pat DeRuyter, 479-7853 [email protected] ASPA Races: -15 °F Mar. 22 Lee’s Cabin Race Sara Tabbert, 479-0456, [email protected] ADMA Races: -25 °F Mar. 22-23 Lee’s Cabin Show ‘n’ Go Sara Tabbert, 479-0456, [email protected] Be sure to call the ASPA Mar. 22-23 Tok Race of Champions hotline to hear the event coordinator’s final decision. Mar. 29 Fun Run #7 and year-end barbecue Andy Warwick, 474-9148, Jamie Marschner, 458-0462

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13 Left: North Star Race Across the Valley timers: Judy Warwick, Tone Deehr, Pat DeRuyter, Lisa Stuby and Karen Schauer.

Right: Henrik Court timers: Shauna Mikelick and Melanie Flamme

Peggy Raybeck with Carmen and Bronte at the Two Rivers starting line with Pat DeRuyter and Don Kiely helping.

John Schauer with Tsaina and Riley starting at Two Rivers with Pat DeRuyter and Don Kiely.

Photos by: Chuck Deehr, Pat DeRuyter, Melanie Flamme

Related Alaska Skijoring & Pulk Association Websites 14 Skijoring and Nordic Skiing Related Websites Race Across the Organization Web Site Valley Alaska Skijoring and Pulk Association (ASPA) www.sleddog.org/skijor 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 Mountain National Recreation Area Trails www.blm.gov/ak/st/en/prog/sa/white_mtns.html/ Nordic Ski Club of Fairbanks www.nscfairbanks.net Nordic Skiing Association of Anchorage www.anchoragenordicski.com Andy Seitz crosses the finish Mush With PRIDE www.mushwithpride.org line with Ed and Marshall after completing 7.8 miles that Fairbanks Junior Dog Mushers‟ Association, Inc. www.fjdma.org began at the Henrik Court trailhead. Behind him is Don Midwest Skijorers Club www.skijor.org Kiely with Chance and Daikon who completed 4.5 miles.

Cindy Salmon with Sockeye and Chinook ready to go at Two Rivers Nordic Ski Area.

Participants and volunteers at the conclusion of the three-day Race Across the Valley. From left to right starting at the bottom row: (1) George Salmon, Tone Deehr; (2) Matt Bray, Sara Elzey, Emily Bernhardt, David French, Pat DeRuyter; (3) Andy Seitz, Mike Malvick, Don Atwood, Jim Herriges, John Schauer, Karen Schauer, Jim Altherr; (4) Sara Tabbert, Cindy Salmon, Andy Warwick, Peggy Raybeck, Carol Kleckner (Photo by Chuck Deehr) Jim Herriges and Ole patiently waiting for the countdown at Two Rivers.

Sara Elzey with Chert and Crowe still going strong near the finish at North Star Golf Course.

Photos by: Chuck Deehr, Pat DeRuyter, Melanie Flamme 2007- 2008 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- 2007-2008 1ASPA 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: Carol Kleckner Membership Type: 479-0430 Individual $15.00/year_____ Individual Lifetime $150____ [email protected] Family $25.00/year _____ (No lifetime available) Affiliate $5.00/year _____ (If already a member of your local skijor club.) Newsletter Coordinator: Trail Donation $_____ ($5/day or $50/season suggested) Lisa Stuby 458-7657 Club Name [email protected]

Club Address ______Training Clinics/ Club Website ______Stage Race: Lisa Stuby Sara Tabbert Mail membership form to: ASPA, P. O. Box 82843, Fairbanks, Alaska 99708 Sara Elzey Don Kiely

Website Please consider a trail donation this year! Coordinator: Don Kiely 455-6749 [email protected]

Animal House Veterinary Hospital Trails & Development Jim Herriges and 455-8007 [email protected]

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2 0 0 7 - 2008 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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