2013 Media Guide

2013 Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race Whitehorse, Yukon to Fairbanks, Alaska Starts February 2nd, 2013

30 Years & Running!

2013 Yukon Quest Race Personnel Updated as of January 23, 2013 Yukon Quest International

Race Marshall Race Judges Mike Madden Doug Grilliot Board of Directors – Yukon Board of Directors – Alaska Wayne Hall Joost van der Putten, President Becky Alexander, President Head Veterinarian Sebastian Schnuelle Rolf Schmitt, VP Bill McDonald, VP Dr. Kathleen McGill Bob McAlpine Greg Parvin Pamela Brown, Secretary Kerynn Fisher, Secretary Assistant Head Veterinarian ContentsClarke LaPrairie, Treasurer Susan McDonald, Treasurer Christina Hansen YQ300 Race Marshal Mieke Evers, Director Lisa Baraff, Director Sebastian Schnuelle Harry Kern, Director Amy Nordrum, Director Yukon QuestMichael Online Peterson , Director Sue Sprinkle, Director4 Trail Veterinarians Alaska Trail Coordinator Bev Regier, Director Brent Sass, Musher Rep Markus Barth Welcome to the Yukon Quest 5 Mike Reitz Chris Christensen Tamra Reynolds, Director

Monica Pacheco Duran ForNormand Your Calendar Cassavant , Musher Rep 6 Yukon Trail Coordinator Sharon Hartshorn John Mitchell Route Map 7 Jess Heath Yukon Staff E. Turner Lewis DistanceRules Committee 7 Sergio Maffi Race Logistics Marie-Sylvestre Belanger, Executive Director Layne St. John – Chair Dave Moroney Alex Olesen- Race Manager History Fabian Schmitz, Office8 Manager Alex Brooks - Assistant Race Manager Bruce Lee – Vice Chair Kim Murphy Kate Yeske MediaJune Information Moore – Secretary & Protocol 9 John Overall Alaska Staff Laura Brosius Braden Bennett – Member Sheri Thompson 2013 Mushers Marti Steury, Executive11 Director Katherine Van Duine Darcy Olesen Eric Beutow – Member Maria Roberts, Assistant Director Dave Elias FAQsJoan Hardesty – Member 12

Dave Rich – Member Veterinary Assistant Race Photographers The Yukon Quest Trail 14 Yukon Quest Store Staff Andrew Haertel Alistair Maitland Abbie West, Sales & Events Manager Quick “First” Facts 23 Patrick Kane Barb Gravelin, Sales Associate Pre-Race Vet Checks Veterinarians Estimated Arrival & Departure Times 24 TBD Race Videographers Peter Kamper 2012 Race Results 26 Sui Kings Glossary of Terms on the Trail 27 Race PR Team Race & Musher Statistics 29 Dee Enright Pixie Ingram Yukon2013 Quest Yukon International Quest Race (Canada) Personnel Yukon Quest International46 (Alaska) Echo Ross Yukon Quest International Association 47 Fintan Morrissey #2-1109 First Avenue 550 First Avenue Emilie Joslin (in office) Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada Y1A 5G4 Fairbanks, Alaska, U.S.A. 99701

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2013 Yukon Quest Race Personnel Updated as of January 23, 2013

Race Marshall Race Judges Doug Grilliot Mike Madden Wayne Hall Head Veterinarian Sebastian Schnuelle Dr. Kathleen McGill Bob McAlpine Greg Parvin Assistant Head Veterinarian Contents Christina Hansen YQ300 Race Marshal Sebastian Schnuelle

Yukon Quest Online 4 Trail Veterinarians Alaska Trail Coordinator Markus Barth Welcome to the Yukon Quest 5 Mike Reitz Chris Christensen

Monica Pacheco Duran For Your Calendar 6 Yukon Trail Coordinator Sharon Hartshorn John Mitchell Route Map 7 Jess Heath E. Turner Lewis Distance 7 Sergio Maffi Race Logistics Dave Moroney Alex Olesen- Race Manager History 8 Kim Murphy Alex Brooks - Assistant Race Manager Media Information & Protocol 9 John Overall Kate Yeske Laura Brosius Sheri Thompson 2013 Mushers 11 Katherine Van Duine Darcy Olesen Dave Elias FAQs 12

Veterinary Assistant Race Photographers The Yukon Quest Trail 14 Andrew Haertel Alistair Maitland Patrick Kane Quick “First” Facts 23 Pre-Race Vet Checks Veterinarians Estimated Arrival & Departure Times 24 TBD Race Videographers Peter Kamper 2012 Race Results 26 Sui Kings Glossary of Terms on the Trail 27 Race PR Team Race & Musher Statistics 29 Dee Enright Pixie Ingram 2013 Yukon Quest Race Personnel 46 Echo Ross Yukon Quest International Association 47 Fintan Morrissey Emilie Joslin (in office)

46 3 Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Welcome to the 2013 Yukon Quest! Tingey, Ralph - Denali Park, AK Valcq, Wayne - Healy, AK Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Yukon Quest Online1991 S 1986 25 16:12:05 The 2013Willomitzer, MEDIA GUIDE Gerry has - Shallowbeen designed Bay, YT to help you navigate the Yukon Quest as it 1987 11 13:08:37 $900 1993 S travels its2004 lengthy trail 12through 12:14:17the Yukon and$2,500 Alaska. 1988 9 13:21:06 $1,950 Vanier, Nicholas - Villemurlin, France 2005 6 11:09:50 $6,000 Tremblay, Denis - St-Michel Officialdes-Saints, Website QC 1997 S Please familiarize yourself with the Media Information and Protocol section as media are 2006 5 10:21:15 $8,000 2011 S www.yukonquest.com2003 S expected to meet this standard. All media are required to attend the media briefing to Tucker, Kathy - Manley, AK Varigas, François - Dawson City, YT receive 2007their accreditation3 to be10:12:09 held on Friday,$22,000 February 1st from 1-3pm in Room A at the 1987 DQ 1986 16 14:20:21 High Country2010 Inn in Whitehorse.S 1989 9 13:03:08Facebook $1,950 1987 7 13:04:29 $1,900 Wilmshurst, Brian - Dawson City, YT Turnbough, Kevin - Grand Marais,http://Facebook.com/YukonQuest MN 1988 S Official information2012 regarding16 the12:10:18 Race can only be provided by the Yukon Quest Race Marshal and Head Veterinarian. 1984 9 12:23:12 $1,400 1989 7 12:02:36 $2,800 Wilson, Jim - Ambler, AK 1990 3 12:00:32 $10,000 1987 15 14:08:08Twitter $500 1989 3 11:21:56 $10,000 Turner, Dan - Haines, AK 1991 S Food at checkpoints is supplied for the exclusive access of volunteers and mushers. Media 1991 10 11:18:04 $2,100 1996 S http://twitter.com/theyukonquestWade, Roy - Talkeetna, AK are welcome and encouraged to purchase food where available but please be aware that 1994 2 11:01:27 $16,000 1998 S 1993 24 14:07:30 many checkpoints and dog drops do not have food services for public and media. Please respect this and ensure you pack sufficient supplies for your trip. Turner, Frank - Whitehorse, YT Wages, Kelly - Fairbanks, AK 1995 2 10:17:09 $12,000 Flickr 1984 14 13:20:37 $600 1987 S Wintter, Rick - Fairbanks, AK www.flickr.com/photos/yukonquest Any sleeping arrangements at checkpoints, dog drops and other race venues are for the use 1985 16 12:22:08 Waldispuehl, Roland - Kriens, Switzerland 1990 20 15:21:52 of mushers, volunteers and race personnel. Do not assume that there will be space for you 1986 S 1999 S 1994 16 12:06:12 $1,840 to bunk. Hotels and other accommodations are limited so ensure you plan ahead including YouTube Wardlow, Jim - Delta Jct., AK 1987 S bringingWolter, sleeping Craig gear. - Fairbanks, AK 1988 12 14:12:15www.youtube.com/theyukonquest $1,350 1987 16 14:10:07 1987 S 1989 10 13:04:28 $1,750 1988 10 13:23:13 $1,750 Some ofWood the roads Sutton, and Iris areas - Fairbanks, can be treacherous AK in winter driving and take much longer 1990 19 14:02:04 Warnke, Clint – Two Rivers, AK than planned.2009 Fuel accessibility18 13:23:17 for vehicles R Lanternand snow machines is limited in many places 1991 11 11:23:34 $1,700 2011 along theWright, route. Amy Familiarize - Tok, AK yourself with what is available at each of your destinations and 1992 6 12:07:06 $4,054 Weathers, Rob - Salcha, AK carry extra fuel. The race will not assume any responsibility for media or their 1998 23 14:17:04 1993 10 12:05:20 $3,400 1986 S transportation. 1994 S 1987 S Wycoff, Regina - Healy, AK 1995 1 10:16:20 $15,000 Weiner, Martin - Denali Park, AK The trail2006 travels over private11 property13:17:57 as well$2,900 as National Parks. Access is not guaranteed 1996 5 13:03:28 $7,000 1986 13 14:18:46 $700 and permission2007 to film 18is required 13:07:27 in some National Parks. It is media’s sole responsibility to 1997 2 12:07:03 $24,000 West, Abbie - Copper Center, AK obtain theYuill, required Senley permission,- Whitehorse, access YT and permits. 1998 5 12:01:25 $8,000 2000 S 1984 12 13:03:08 $800 1999 5 11:19:38 $8,000 2010 9 10:08:36 $6,480 InternetZielinski, access at Ralf remote - Germany checkpoints can be sporadic, so please be prepared. While access is planned at most checkpoints the race cannot assume responsibility for Internet access. 2000 3 11:03:27 $18,000 2012 8 10:13:40 $7,290 1997 17 16:20:00 2001 6 12:04:57 $6,000 West, Alden - Fairbanks, AK Power supplies are not guaranteed and where generators are used only official race Zimmerman, Peter - Whitehorse, YT 2002 S 2003 S operations will have access to the power supply – ensure your equipment is fully charged 1997 S 2003 6 11:18:02 $6,000 Whaley, Chris - College, AK and bring extra batteries. 2004 5 11:19:08 $8,000 1984 S Zirkle, Aliy - Two Rivers, AK 2005 7 11:18:20 $5,000 Whiton, Susan - Trapper Creek, AK Computer1998 equipment, 17including 13:21:40 extension cords and power splitters, will not be provided by the Yukon Quest anywhere along the trail. Please bring all necessary cables, adapters 2008 S 1987 12 13:16:01 $800 1999 4 11:19:17 $12,000 and power/extension cords for both phone and Internet. Turner, Saul - Whitehorse, YT Wiget, Thomas - Whitehorse, YT 2000 1 10:22:57 $30,000

1984 14 13:20:37 $600 1987 S Any sleeping arrangements at checkpoints, dog drops and other race venues are for the use 1985 16 12:22:08 Waldispuehl, Roland - Kriens, Switzerland of mushers, volunteers and race personnel. Do not assume that there will be space for you 1986 S 1999 S to bunk. Hotels and other accommodations are limited so ensure you plan ahead including Wardlow, Jim - Delta Jct., AK 1987 S bringing sleeping gear. 1988 12 14:12:15 $1,350 1987 16 14:10:07 1989 10 13:04:28 $1,750 1988 10 13:23:13 $1,750 Some of the roads and areas can be treacherous in winter driving and take much longer 1990 19 14:02:04 Warnke, Clint – Two Rivers, AK than planned. Fuel accessibility for vehicles and snow machines is limited in many places 1991 11 11:23:34 $1,700 2011 along the route. Familiarize yourself with what is available at each of your destinations and 1992 6 12:07:06 $4,054 Weathers, Rob - Salcha, AK carry extra fuel. The race will not assume any responsibility for media or their 1993 10 12:05:20 $3,400 1986 S transportation. 1994 S 1987 S 1995 1 10:16:20 $15,000 Weiner, Martin - Denali Park, AK The trail travels over private property as well as National Parks. Access is not guaranteed 1996 5 13:03:28 $7,000 1986 13 14:18:46 $700 and permission to film is required in some National Parks. It is media’s sole responsibility to 1997 2 12:07:03 $24,000 West, Abbie - Copper Center, AK obtain the required permission, access and permits. 1998 5 12:01:25 $8,000 2000 S 1999 5 11:19:38 $8,000 2010 9 10:08:36 $6,480 Internet access at remote checkpoints can be sporadic, so please be prepared. While access 2000 3 11:03:27 $18,000 2012 8 10:13:40 $7,290 is planned at most checkpoints the race cannot assume responsibility for Internet access. 2001 6 12:04:57 $6,000 West, Alden - Fairbanks, AK Power supplies are not guaranteed and where generators are used only official race 2002 S 2003 S operations will have access to the power supply – ensure your equipment is fully charged 2003 6 11:18:02 $6,000 Whaley, Chris - College, AK and bring extra batteries. 2004 5 11:19:08 $8,000 1984 S 2005 7 11:18:20 $5,000 Whiton, Susan - Trapper Creek, AK Computer equipment, including extension cords and power splitters, will not be provided by the Yukon Quest anywhere along the trail. Please bring all necessary cables, adapters 2008 S 1987 12 13:16:01 $800 and power/extension cords for both phone and Internet. Turner, Saul - Whitehorse, YT Wiget, Thomas - Whitehorse, YT

2006 S 1996 16 15:18:09 Where Internet access is available, the Yukon Quest website will be a valuable tool to Tweddell, Luc - Yukon Territory 2000 S access up-to-date information, including Race Results, Media Releases, Photos and Musher 2009 14 12:04:35 $2,500 Williams, Buck - King Salmon, AK Profiles. Two Rivers, John - North Pole, AK 1992 S 1984 S Williams, Terry - Fairbanks, AK For more info, visit www.yukonquest.com 2010 S 44 5 Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings RouteYear Placing Map Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings ForRorabaugh Your, Darren Calendar - Fairbanks, AK 1994 S Seibold, Dean - Delta Jct., AK Stoppenbrink, Norman - Manley, AK 1995 S 2001 S 1986 23 16:06:46 1993 16 12:23:39 $2,300 1997Monday – Friday,11 January13:17:58 28 to$2,900 Yukon2002 QuestFest12 at the12:05:58 Old Fire $2,500Hall, 1987 10 13:08:30 $1,000 Stormo, Sig - Soldotna, AK 2000February 1st 9 11:20:18 $3,700 WhitehorseSchandelmeier, John - Paxson, AK 1994 14 11:23:19 $2,080 2001 S Rose, Full Tamara QuestFest - Nome, schedule AK available 1986 8 14:12:23 $1,500 Shank, LeRoy - Fairbanks, AK Strong, Jim - Hope, AK 2011 10 13:00:58 $5,670 1987 6 12:22:16 $2,400 1987 20 15:12:12 1988 22 16:01:50 1988 7 13:15:24 $2,800 1990 S Rosser,Wednesday, Ron - Pleasant January Valley, 30 AK Meet the Mushers at Mount McIntyre Studer, Crispin - Switzerland 1985 21 14:02:00 1990 12 12:22:16 $1,350 Shields, Mary - Schimmelpfennig Creek 2004 18 13:15:12 1986 6:30 pm 24 16:11:50 Recreation1991 Centre,3 Whitehorse10:22:03 $15,000 - Meet 1984 16 14:17:19 Sutherland, Harry - Delta Jct., AK 1988 17 15:05:26 the1992 2013 mushers1 and11:21:40 bib draw $29,837 for YQ 1986 11 14:14:59 $900 1984 2 12:05:15 $10,000 Rudolph, Jon - Whitehorse, YT 3001994 4 11:02:47 $8,000 1988 16 14:17:15 1985 3 11:13:25 $5,800 1985Thursday, January14 12:16:3731 $600 1996Start and Draw1 Banquet12:16:06 at Yukon $25,000 Silas, Knowland - Old Minto, AK 1986 5 14:11:01 $3,300 1986 5:00 pm 10 14:13:53 $1,000 1997Convention Centre,3 12:07:08Whitehorse $18,000 - 1990 S 1989 4 13:08:23 $950 Ruh, Heidi - Tagish, YT 1998Dinner with the4 201311:22:19 mushers $12,000 (tickets Sleightholme, Mark - Mossley, England Swanguarin, Kris - Healy, AK 1991 18 14:13:37 $750 1999limited, $75 CDN)6 12:03:45 $6,000 2009 11 11:17:34 1996 11 14:09:26 $2,000 Runyan, Joe - Tanana, AK 2001 5 12:00:04 $8,000 Smidt, Donald - Van Dyne, WI 1999 S 1984Friday, February4 1 12:07:51 $4,400 2003Media Briefing4 at High11:07:56 Country $12,000 Inn, 2008 WD Swenson, Kathy - Two Rivers, AK 1985 1 pm – 3 pm1 11:11:55 $15,000 2004Room A, Whitehorse7 12:01:58 $5,000 Smith, Kurt - North Pole, AK 1986 17 15:01:06 Russell, Phillippe A. - Fairbanks, AK 2005**Mandatory attendance10 11:21:09 for Accredited $3,300 Media 1995 S 1987 4 12:05:10 $4,400 2000 19 14:23:52 2007 11 11:14:53 $6,000 1996 S 1988 3 12:16:14 $10,000 Rygh,Saturday, Johannes February - Kasilof, 2 AK Scheer,Yukon DavidQuest - Kasilof,Race Start, AK Whitehorse Distances*1998 S 1994 6 11:04:45 $5,200 2011 11:00 am S 1989 18 14:04:47 Smith, Larry - Dawson City, YT 1997 MILESS KM Salter, Ed - Manley, AK 1991 7 11:15:35 $3,000 1988 S Taylor, Alistair - Scotland Whitehorse to Braeburn 100 161 1987 8 13:05:12 $1,500 1993 S 1989 17 14:01:06 1996 8 13:09:02 $3,500 Braeburn to Carmacks 77 124 Sam,Saturday, Wilson February - Two Rivers, 2 AK YQ300Schlentner, Race Tonya Start, - Manley, Whitehorse AK 1990 13 13:03:20 $1,150 Taylor, Paul - Fairbanks, AK 1984 15 13:20:38 $500 1991 22 15:06:17 Carmacks1994 to 15McCabe 12:06:07 Creek $1,920 39 63 3:00 pm 1990 22 15:22:13 Santucci, Paddy - Lincoln Creek, AK Scholven, Ingabritt - Germany McCabe1995 Creek5 to Pelly11:01:13 Crossing $3,000 1991 34 S 55 1994 17 12:18:06 $1,760 1997 S PellySmyth, Crossing Cim - Big toLake, Stepping AK Stone 1992 32 S 51 1996 9 13:09:11 $3,000 Schmidt, Karin - North Pole, AK Stepping2000 Stone7 to Scroggie11:17:41 Creek$5,000 1995 70 S 113 Thursday, February 7 Dawson City Volunteer and Community 1998 6 12:03:08 $6,000 1987 17 14:18:18 Scroggie2001 Creek7 to Dawson12:08:22 City $5,000 Telpin, Michael99 - Chukotka, Russia159 6:30 pm Party at the Dawson City Museum Sass, Brent - Fairbanks, AK Schmitz, Dave - Alaska DawsonStack, Vince City - Pleasant to 40 Mile Valley, River AK 2012 4819 15:06:2377 2007 15 12:08:06 $4,000 1986 S 401987 Mile River Sto Eagle Terry, Floyd - Nenana,99 AK 159 2008 5 11:12:18 $14,500 Schnuelle, Sebastian - Whitehorse, YT Stamm, Mark - Bothell, WA 1986 101S 163 2009 7 10:11:54 $9,000 Eagle to Slaven’s Roadhouse Tues – Sat, February 5-9 Dawson1999 City LayoverS 1988 18 15:05:29 1987 58DQ 93 2010 8 10:02:52 $7,290 2004 10 12:04:41 $3,300 Slaven’sSteer, Zach Roadhouse - Sheep Mountain, to Circle AK City Tetz, Thomas - Tagish, YT *approx dates 74 119 2011 4 10:19:02 $13,380 2005 9 11:20:20 $3,700 Circle2004 City to Central2 11:03:32 $24,000 1998 24 15:20:09 2012 5 10:07:12 $11,760 2006 6 11:02:31 $6,000 Central2010 to Mile4 101 9:14:49 $13,380 1999 33 9 12:19:0953 $3,700 Sather, Becky - Healy, AK 2007 7 11:02:40 $9,500 MileStevens, 101 Jack to -Two Sunshine, Rivers AK 2000 40 2 10:23:2764 $24,000 1990Friday, FebruaryS 15 Post2009- race Meet1 the Mushers,9:23:20 Alpine$30,000 Two1984 Rivers toS Fairbanks 2002 45 3 11:10:2372 $18,000 1993 6:00 pm S Lodge2011 , Fairbanks2 10:12:26 $20,280 Stewart, Bill - Whitehorse, YT 2003 3 11:07:08 $18,000 Sawatzky, David - Healy, AK Schwandt, Michael - Soldotna, AK 1995*All distances7 are approximate11:21:45 $1,900 as trail 2004routes vary year9 -to-year.12:03:49 $3,700 1987Saturday, February14 14:03:49 16 $600 20131986 Finish &26 Awards 19:02:19 Banquet R Lanternat the 1996 3 13:00:23 $14,000 Thomann, Peter - Willow, AK 1988 5:00pm S CarlsonSeavey, Dallas Center - Willow, (tickets AK $65 USD) Steyer, Bill - Fairbanks, AK 1990 6 12:14:27 $3,500 1989 16 13:11:14 2011 1 10:11:53 $28,395 1998 20 14:14:39 Thomas, Connor H. - Nome, AK 1990 8 12:16:30 $2,250 Seekins, Ralph - Fairbanks, AK 2001 14 13:04:24 $1,800 1991 13 12:04:52 $1,300 1991 4 11:11:37 $10,000 1989 23 14:14:17 2002 6 11:21:39 $6,000 1992 5 12:04:01 $6,587 642 2003 5 11:14:01 $8,000 437 1993 3 10:22:33 $15,000 Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Route Map Rorabaugh, Darren - Fairbanks, AK 1994 S 1995 S 2001 S 1997 11 13:17:58 $2,900 2002 12 12:05:58 $2,500 2000 9 11:20:18 $3,700 Schandelmeier, John - Paxson, AK Rose, Tamara - Nome, AK 1986 8 14:12:23 $1,500 2011 10 13:00:58 $5,670 1987 6 12:22:16 $2,400 Rosser, Ron - Pleasant Valley, AK 1988 7 13:15:24 $2,800 1985 21 14:02:00 1990 12 12:22:16 $1,350 1986 24 16:11:50 1991 3 10:22:03 $15,000 1988 17 15:05:26 1992 1 11:21:40 $29,837 Rudolph, Jon - Whitehorse, YT 1994 4 11:02:47 $8,000 1985 14 12:16:37 $600 1996 1 12:16:06 $25,000 1986 10 14:13:53 $1,000 1997 3 12:07:08 $18,000 Ruh, Heidi - Tagish, YT 1998 4 11:22:19 $12,000 1991 18 14:13:37 $750 1999 6 12:03:45 $6,000 Runyan, Joe - Tanana, AK 2001 5 12:00:04 $8,000 1984 4 12:07:51 $4,400 2003 4 11:07:56 $12,000 1985 1 11:11:55 $15,000 2004 7 12:01:58 $5,000 Russell, Phillippe A. - Fairbanks, AK 2005 10 11:21:09 $3,300 2000 19 14:23:52 2007 11 11:14:53 $6,000 Rygh, Johannes - Kasilof, AK Scheer, David - Kasilof, AK Distances* 2011 S 1989 18 14:04:47 MILES KM Salter, Ed - Manley, AK 1991 7 11:15:35 $3,000 100 161 1987 8 13:05:12 $1,500 Whitehorse to Braeburn 1993 S 77 124 Sam, Wilson - Two Rivers, AK Schlentner, Tonya - Manley, AK Braeburn to Carmacks 1984 15 13:20:38 $500 1991 22 15:06:17 Carmacks to McCabe Creek 39 63 Santucci, Paddy - Lincoln Creek, AK Scholven, Ingabritt - Germany McCabe Creek to Pelly Crossing 34 55 1994 17 12:18:06 $1,760 1997 S Pelly Crossing to Stepping Stone 32 51 1996 9 13:09:11 $3,000 Schmidt, Karin - North Pole, AK Stepping Stone to Scroggie Creek 70 113 1998 6 12:03:08 $6,000 1987 17 14:18:18 Scroggie Creek to Dawson City 99 159 Sass, Brent - Fairbanks, AK Schmitz, Dave - Alaska Dawson City to 40 Mile River 48 77 2007 15 12:08:06 $4,000 1986 S 40 Mile River to Eagle 99 159 2008 5 11:12:18 $14,500 Schnuelle, Sebastian - Whitehorse, YT 101 163 2009 7 10:11:54 $9,000 Eagle to Slaven’s Roadhouse 1999 S 58 93 2010 8 10:02:52 $7,290 2004 10 12:04:41 $3,300 Slaven’s Roadhouse to Circle City 2011 4 10:19:02 $13,380 2005 9 11:20:20 $3,700 Circle City to Central 74 119 2012 5 10:07:12 $11,760 2006 6 11:02:31 $6,000 Central to Mile 101 33 53 Sather, Becky - Healy, AK 2007 7 11:02:40 $9,500 Mile 101 to Two Rivers 40 64 1990 S 2009 1 9:23:20 $30,000 Two Rivers to Fairbanks 45 72 1993 S 2011 2 10:12:26 $20,280 Sawatzky, David - Healy, AK Schwandt, Michael - Soldotna, AK *All distances are approximate as trail routes vary year-to-year. 1987 14 14:03:49 $600 1986 26 19:02:19 R Lantern 1988 S Seavey, Dallas - Willow, AK 1989 16 13:11:14 2011 1 10:11:53 $28,395 1990 8 12:16:30 $2,250 Seekins, Ralph - Fairbanks, AK 1991 4 11:11:37 $10,000 1989 23 14:14:17 1992 5 12:04:01 $6,587 42 7 1993 3 10:22:33 $15,000 Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Miller, Jimmy - Ester, AK Mullen, Steve - Kasilof, AK MediaO’Donoghue, Information Brian - Two Rivers, AK& ProtocolPinard, Catherine - Carcross, YT History 2003 12 12:18:56 1991 19 14:14:01 $700 1988 S 1998 26 16:00:08 R Lantern Responsibility for compliance with these protocols2004 rests with13 the accredited12:23:16 media$2,100 Milne, Bruce - Two Rivers, AK 1993 S O’Farrell, Dave - Tagish, YT In February 1983, historian Roger Williams and musher Leroy Shank personnel and not with the pilot or guide. In fairness2005 to the mushers,S the safety of 2000 20 15:01:39 1997 S 1997 9 13:12:05 $3,700 sketched out their idea of a rugged, 1000-mile race over some beer and the dogs and the equity of the race, the followingPinkham, protocols Bill - Glenwoodwill be enforced: Springs, CO 2001 19 16:06:59 Nadeau, Andre - Ste. Melanie, QC Oeschlager, Jim - Cincinnati, OH 2001 15 14:05:05 $1,500 2003banter at the17 Bull’s 14:10:01 Eye Saloon, south of Fairbanks,1998 Alaska.2 11:15:13 $24,000 2001 17 14:19:24 1. Media accreditation must be worn at all times2002 when in 23specified 14:09:33 media areas 2004 19 14:00:29 Nash, John - Nenana, AK Oettli, Hans - Whitehorse, YT including photography zones, media Internet2008 access areas10 and 12:09:12interview areas.$7,000 2008They envisionedS a race independent of the demands1988 of bigS media - with 1987 S Only camera crew and photographers can2009 access photography16 12:18:16zones due to $750 Milne,rules David so tough - Two that Rivers, only AK mushing “purists” wouldNeff, Hugh participate. - Skagway, AK 1990 DQ limited space. Accreditations are not transferable.Poage, James - Central, AK 2003 14 13:00:43 $1,800 2000 13 12:00:57 $2,100 Olesen, Dave - Hoarfrost River, NT 1988 27 14:02:57 Mitchell, John - Dawson City, YT 2001 S 1998 13 12:09:36 $2,100 They would name it “Yukon Quest” - after the ‘old highway of the North,’ 2. Start Line: Accredited photographers and 1989camera crew onlyS will be permitted in 1985 23 14:22:00 2002 11 12:03:13 $2,900 2000 6 11:09:29 $6,000 the Yukon River as the route would follow travel routes along the river and the start chute and will be required to followPoage, the Marc direction - Central, of the AK Race PR Team, Mitchell, Lorrina - Whitehorse, YT 2003 8 11:23:30 $4,200 Osmar, Tim - Clam Gulch, AK its tributaries from Fairbanks, Alaska, and Whitehorse, Yukon and Lord Race Marshal and Race Judges. 1988 28 19:07:43 1984 11 13:03:08 $900 2005 3 11:01:50 $18,000 1986 3 14:14:21 $5,000 Tennyson’s description of the Quest as an expedition of knights in ‘The 1989 S 1987 S 2006 S 2001 1 11:15:10 $30,000 3. Finish Line: A designated photography area1990 will be identified15 at13:14:54 the finish line.$750 1988Holy Grail’. 14 14:16:58 $950 2007 9 11:09:26 $7,000 2002 8 11:22:48 $4,200 After completing the required finish line check1991 -in processS with Race Personnel Moggia, Didier - Whitehorse, YT 2008 7 11:21:24 $11,000 Palfrey, Warren - Yellowknife, NWT we will request that mushers enter an interviewPoage, Scottarea where- Central, media AK will have 2008It would be aS true test of human and canine2009 endurance and2 commemorate9:23:24 $22,000 2009 9 10:22:26 $6,000 access for interviews. 1988 S 2009the historic dependenceS for mutual survival2010 of arctic humans3 and9:03:09 their sled$16,215 Palkovitch, Walter - Two Rivers, AK 1991 S 2011dogs. S 2011 S 1998 22 14:15:41 4. Access to the dog feeding and resting areaPolleczek, at checkpoints Andy - Northand official Pole, AKdog drops Monk, Roy - England 2012 1 9:15:14 $28,395 1999 S is restricted to mushers and Race Personnel.1999 Media personnelS are not allowed 1993 S Nelson, Jamie - Togo, MN Parvin, Greg - Nome, AK Williams and Shank went on to raise $50,000 in prize money and stirred up inside the Dog Yard Area unless escorted byRaffaeli, a Race Jennifer Judge, -Race Fox, AKMarshal or a Monson, Dave - Manley, AK 2002 19 13:15:57 2007 S an incredible 400 volunteers and in February 1984, 27 teams burst out of member of the Race PR Team. Media personnel2010 are permitted19 12:03:08to take photos of 1987 2 12:04:44 $10,000 Nelson, Louis Sr. - Kotzebue, AK Pedersen, Misha - Willow, AK the start chute in Fairbanks in the first Yukon Quest International Sled Dog mushers and dogs in the Dog Yard Area whileRandall, remaining Tom - Whitehorse, outside the YTDog Yard 1988 1 12:05:06 $20,000 1998 16 13:03:45 2012 17 12:11:33 Area. The Dawson City dog staging area will1988 have “open”26 hours 17:14:40 and other 2002Race. 4 11:14:49 $12,000 Nelson, Sam - Two Rivers, AK Peep, John - Fairbanks, AK specified locations may be opened to media1989 for limited access.S Moore, Allen - Two Rivers, AK 1993 23 13:08:34 1992 8 13:08:30 $2,280 Reitan Ketil - Kaktovik, AK 2011The Yukon Quest6 International11:07:32 $10,545 Sled Dog RaceNestor, thanks Ralph the - Goldstreamcountless Valley, AK 1993 8 11:14:34 $4,000 1989 21 14:09:52 2012mushers, handlers,2 volunteers,9:15:30 $20,280 sponsors and1986 individuals whoS have made 5.1994Checkpoint 13 arrival: 11:21:53 Upon the arrival$2,240 of a team at a checkpoint, Race Personnel require unhindered access to mushers andReiter, dogs. Jim Photographers - Central, AK and reporters Moore,this historic Becca - raceWillow, possible. AK Nicolier, Eric - Fairbanks, AK 1995 S 1987 S 2008 S 2000 16 13:10:15 Peep,must Mike stay - Fairbanks, clear. A AKdesignated photography zone will be identified where 1988 24 17:13:29 2009 17 13:22:49 $750 2001 S 1995possible. When11 the14:10:20 check- in process has been completed mushers may consent The Yukon Quest – 30 Years and Running! 1990 25 15:23:39 Moore, Gary - Willow, AK 2004 S Pelling,to beBob interviewed. - Charlie Lake, AK 1994 22 15:18:32 1990 S Nicoud, Pascal - Switzerland 1989 S Ridlington, Russ -Nenana, AK Moroney, Diana - Chugiak, AK 1994 S 6.Perrino, You Sammust - respectYellowknife, a musher’s NT right to privacy. If a musher indicates they are not 1985 S 2002 16 13:00:13 Njootli, Stanley - Old Crow, YT 2005interested inS being disturbed, they must not be bothered. Riley, Gerald - Nenana, AK Moser, Andreas - Germany 1995 S Persons, Kate - Kotzebue, AK 1984 7 12:21:58 $1,900 2008 S 1996 18 16:18:55 R Lantern 7.1988A snow machine6 can13:15:02 destroy the$3,500 trail surface, imposing an unfair disadvantage 1985 S Mowry, Tim - Two Rivers, AK 1998 S 1989on subsequent5 teams.12:00:29 Snow machines$5,000 with paddle tracks cannot be used on 1988 2 12:15:01 $15,000 1990 14 13:10:05 $950 1999 16 13:07:00 1990the trail under4 any12:02:05 circumstance. $7,000 Media are expected to research and ensure Roalofs, Christine- Anchorage, AK 1992 10 13:10:59 $1,925 Noelle, Petr - Welver, Germany Phillips,they Michelle have appropriate - Tagish, YT escorts or expertise for trail travel. Use caution and drive 2011 S 1993 12 12:13:58 $3,000 1999 S 2004slowly. Dog8 teams 12:03:46 have the right$4,200-of-way. When dog teams are nearby, leave Robbins, Frank - Eagle, AK 1994 12 11:21:44 $2,400 Nordlum, Chad - Kotzebue, AK 2006the trail at 8a 90-degree11:09:10 angle and$4,200 turn off your engine. You must be 10 feet (3 1986 S 1995 6 11:15:52 $2,400 2002 14 12:20:07 $1,800 2007metres) off6 the trail.11:01:47 $10,500 Robertia, Colleen - Kasilof, AK 1997 10 13:17:25 $3,300 Nordlum, Lucy - Kotzebue, AK 2008 4 11:10:21 $16,500 2009 12 11:17:47 $3,500 1998 14 12:23:10 $1,800 1992 11 13:12:55 $1,722 2009 5 10:09:41 $13,000 Romanesko, Randolph - Nome, AK 2011 S 840 1991 14 12:09:21 $1,1009 Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Miller, Jimmy - Ester, AK Mullen, Steve - Kasilof, AK Media Information & Protocol 1991 19 14:14:01 $700 1988 S Responsibility for compliance with these protocols rests with the accredited media Milne, Bruce - Two Rivers, AK 1993 S personnel and not with the pilot or guide. In fairness to the mushers, the safety of 2000 20 15:01:39 1997 S the dogs and the equity of the race, the following protocols will be enforced: 2001 19 16:06:59 Nadeau, Andre - Ste. Melanie, QC 2003 17 14:10:01 1998 2 11:15:13 $24,000 2004 19 14:00:29 Nash, John - Nenana, AK 1. Media accreditation must be worn at all times when in specified media areas 2008 S 1988 S including photography zones, media Internet access areas and interview areas. Milne, David - Two Rivers, AK Neff, Hugh - Skagway, AK Only camera crew and photographers can access photography zones due to 2003 14 13:00:43 $1,800 2000 13 12:00:57 $2,100 limited space. Accreditations are not transferable. Mitchell, John - Dawson City, YT 2001 S 1985 23 14:22:00 2002 11 12:03:13 $2,900 2. Start Line: Accredited photographers and camera crew only will be permitted in Mitchell, Lorrina - Whitehorse, YT 2003 8 11:23:30 $4,200 the start chute and will be required to follow the direction of the Race PR Team, 1984 11 13:03:08 $900 2005 3 11:01:50 $18,000 Race Marshal and Race Judges. 1987 S 2006 S 1988 14 14:16:58 $950 2007 9 11:09:26 $7,000 3. Finish Line: A designated photography area will be identified at the finish line. Moggia, Didier - Whitehorse, YT 2008 7 11:21:24 $11,000 After completing the required finish line check-in process with Race Personnel 2008 S 2009 2 9:23:24 $22,000 we will request that mushers enter an interview area where media will have 2009 S 2010 3 9:03:09 $16,215 access for interviews. 2011 S 2011 S Monk, Roy - England 2012 1 9:15:14 $28,395 4. Access to the dog feeding and resting area at checkpoints and official dog drops 1993 S Nelson, Jamie - Togo, MN is restricted to mushers and Race Personnel. Media personnel are not allowed Monson, Dave - Manley, AK 2002 19 13:15:57 inside the Dog Yard Area unless escorted by a Race Judge, Race Marshal or a 1987 2 12:04:44 $10,000 Nelson, Louis Sr. - Kotzebue, AK member of the Race PR Team. Media personnel are permitted to take photos of 1988 1 12:05:06 $20,000 1998 16 13:03:45 mushers and dogs in the Dog Yard Area while remaining outside the Dog Yard 2002 4 11:14:49 $12,000 Nelson, Sam - Two Rivers, AK Area. The Dawson City dog staging area will have “open” hours and other Moore, Allen - Two Rivers, AK 1993 23 13:08:34 specified locations may be opened to media for limited access. 2011 6 11:07:32 $10,545 Nestor, Ralph - Goldstream Valley, AK 2012 2 9:15:30 $20,280 1986 S 5. Checkpoint arrival: Upon the arrival of a team at a checkpoint, Race Personnel Moore, Becca - Willow, AK Nicolier, Eric - Fairbanks, AK require unhindered access to mushers and dogs. Photographers and reporters 2008 S 2000 16 13:10:15 must stay clear. A designated photography zone will be identified where 2009 17 13:22:49 $750 2001 S possible. When the check-in process has been completed mushers may consent Moore, Gary - Willow, AK 2004 S to be interviewed. 1990 S Nicoud, Pascal - Switzerland Moroney, Diana - Chugiak, AK 1994 S 6. You must respect a musher’s right to privacy. If a musher indicates they are not 2002 16 13:00:13 Njootli, Stanley - Old Crow, YT interested in being disturbed, they must not be bothered. Moser, Andreas - Germany 1995 S 2008 S 1996 18 16:18:55 R Lantern 7. A snow machine can destroy the trail surface, imposing an unfair disadvantage Mowry, Tim - Two Rivers, AK 1998 S on subsequent teams. Snow machines with paddle tracks cannot be used on 1990 14 13:10:05 $950 1999 16 13:07:00 the trail under any circumstance. Media are expected to research and ensure 1992 10 13:10:59 $1,925 Noelle, Petr - Welver, Germany they have appropriate escorts or expertise for trail travel. Use caution and drive 1993 12 12:13:58 $3,000 1999 S slowly. Dog teams have the right-of-way. When dog teams are nearby, leave 1994 12 11:21:44 $2,400 Nordlum, Chad - Kotzebue, AK the trail at a 90-degree angle and turn off your engine. You must be 10 feet (3 1995 6 11:15:52 $2,400 2002 14 12:20:07 $1,800 metres) off the trail. 1997 10 13:17:25 $3,300 Nordlum, Lucy - Kotzebue, AK 1998 14 12:23:10 $1,800 1992 11 13:12:55 $1,722 40 9 Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Leifseth Ulsom, Joar -Røros, Norway Mackey, Rick - Nenana, AK Joy, Phil - Fairbanks, AK Klumb, Dave - Fairbanks, AK 2013 Mushers 2012 6 10:08:51 $10,545 1996 2 12:17:04 $19,000 20068. All aircraftS must stay at least 1,000 feet1984 (400 metres)S away from a team – i.e. Lesh, Andrew - Fairbanks, AK 1997 1 12:05:55 $30,000 2008 above 12or to the12:22:07 side. On the$6,000 ground, Knott, aircraft Christopher must be well- Fairbanks, off the AKtrail and Last Name First Name Experience Residence Nationality 1997 14 14:15:08 $1,800 1998 3 11:21:09 $18,000 Kaduce,completely Dan - Chatanika, shut downAK when a team 2002is in view. A dog13 team,12:15:23 under no $2,100 1. Abrahamson Ed Veteran Fairbanks, AK American 2000 10 11:21:02 $3,300 MacManus, Scott - Fairbanks, AK 2003 circumstances,10 12:02:40 may be “buzzed”.$3,300 Kogl, Dennis - Denali Park, AK 2. Bergen Dyan Rookie Yellowknife, NT Canadian 2001 2 11:16:16 $24,000 1991 S 2004 6 11:20:06 $6,000 1985 6 12:02:31 $3,300 3. LikinsBerkowitz, David - FortyJake Mile, AK Veteran BigMahler, Lake, AlaskaGene - Fort Yukon,American AK 20059. Flash photographyS or the use of artificial1988 lighting is8 permissible 13:18:53 only in$2,250 the 4. 1988Casavant NormandS Veteran Whitehorse,1991 YT 15 12:15:45Canadian $900 2008 immediate8 vicinity12:03:39 of checkpoints $9,000 andKorner, dog drops, Beat - Switzerlandexcept with the advance Lindner, Sonny - Delta Jct., AK Mahoney, Keli - Talkeetna, AK 2009 consent8 of a musher.10:12:14 $8,000 1991 23 15:06:42 5. Cooke Rob Rookie Saint Jacques, NB British 1984 1 12:00:05 $15,000 2001 S 2011 S Kramer, Mike - Two Rivers, AK 6. Dalton David Veteran Healy, AK Canadian 1986 4 14:10:48 $4,400 2002 22 14:03:11 Kaso,10. Walter Volunteers - Talkeetna, working AK the race cannot1988 provide the mediaS with any information 7. Failor Matthew Rookie Big Lake, AK American beyond what is publicly available on the web site. 1989 6 12:00:39 $3,500 Mann, Jeffery - Mentasta, AK 1985 7 12:04:55 $1,900 Krestensen, Kris - Two Rivers, AK 8. Griffin Kelly Veteran Wasilla, AK American 1991 8 11:16:15 $2,250 1992 12 13:18:35 $1,520 Keller, Daniel - Fox, AK 1989 S 9. 1992Hopkins Ed2 11:23:10Veteran $20,270 Tagish,1993 YT 6 11:10:23Canadian $6,500 199911. MushersS may register an official protestKublin against, Jim - Marquette, any person MI or action 10. 2010Ingebretsen Markus6 9:21:05Rookie $10,545 AlaskaMarin, Marcel - Yellowknife,Norwegian NT Ketzler,considered Steven - Nenana, detrimental AK or obstructive1992 to their race16 effort. 16:00:30 $850 2012 7 10:09:05 $8,925 2004 14 13:05:04 $1,800 1992 S Kuzyk, Gerry - Whitehorse, YT 11. Kaduce Dan Veteran Chatanika, AK American Liss, Shirley - Fairbanks, AK Marshall, Newton - Chukka Cove, Jamaica Khatchikian,12. There Ararad are cabins - Italy along the trail that1994 may not be official20 checkpoints,13:03:27 but$1,440 may 12. Lee Darrin Rookie Chistochina, AK American 2009 13 11:19:02 $3,000 2000 be openS to mushers. Mushers and RaceLangham, Personnel John -have Talkeetna, priority AK access. Do not 13. 1984MacKenzie 20Randy **No timeRookie R Lantern Fort McMurray, AB Canadian Massicotte, Martin - St-Tite, QC King, Jeffuse - Denali these Park,cabins AK unless you have permission1994 from theS cabin owner. 1985 27 18:10:28 14. Mackey Lance Veteran Fairbanks,2003 AK 7 11:21:10American $5,000 1984 5 12:10:59 $3,300 Langmaid, Bruce - Blackstock, ON Little, Jon - Kasilof, AK 15. Moore Allen Veteran Willow,2005 AK S American 198513. Media who4 violate11:14:31 these rules$4,400 will have2005 their MediaS Accreditation revoked. 2005 5 11:03:10 $8,000 Maurer, Mike - Salcha, AK 1986 2 14:09:41 $10,000 Lawson, Brian - Fairbanks, AK 16. 2009Neff Hugh3 10:00:28Veteran $18,000 Tok, AK American 1989 22 14:09:55 1987 3 12:04:52 $5,000 1990 S 17. Louden,Pedersen Jerry -Misha Two Rivers, AKVeteran Willow, AK Czech 1990 DQ 1988 S LeBlanc, Jocelyne - Whitehorse, YT 18. 1997Rogan Susan6 12:17:23Rookie $6,000 Whitehorse, YT Canadian Additional Information: May, Joe - Trapper Creek, AK 1989 1 11:20:51 $20,000 1998 12 12:08:48 $2,500 2010 22 13:08:28 R Lantern 19. Sass Brent Veteran Eureka,1985 AK 9 12:06:05American $1,200 1990 2 11:20:33 $10,000 1999 10 12:19:38 $3,300 Mushers may have difficulty talking aboutLedwidge, themselves, Ann -however, Dawson City, will usuallyYT talk 20. Smith Scott Rookie Willow,1986 AK 9 14:13:23American $1,200 King, Michael - Salcha, AK 2000 11 11:22:06 $2,900 about their dogs. 2008 13 13:20:12 $5,000 21. Strathe Cody Rookie Fairbanks,May, Mark AK - North Pole, AKAmerican 1996 17 16:05:49 2001 10 12:12:11 $3,300 Ledwidge, Peter - Dawson City, YT 22. Traverse Christina Rookie Fort1994 McMurray, 19 AB 13:03:03Canadian $1,600 1997Another optionS for interviews are the handlers and the checkpoint volunteers. Lydic, Bur - Salcha, AK 1999 20 15:03:46 R Lantern 1996 4 13:00:52 $10,000 1998Handlers assistS the mushers and have not endured the rigors of the trail. They 23. 1986Tremblay DenisS Rookie Quebec Canadian 2000 17 13:10:20 1997 4 12:07:25 $12,000 1999possess greatS knowledge of the dog teams and canine care. Generally, checkpoints 24. MacDougall,West BrianAbbie - Whitehorse,Veteran YT Two Rivers, AK American 2002 S 1999 2 11:08:37 $24,000 Kirkvold,are staffed Keith by- Fairbanks, local volunteers. AK While they cannot provide official race information, 1989 S 2003 9 12:02:23 $3,700 25. Wilmshurst Brian Veteran Dawson2004 City, YT S Canadian 1998some may provide21 14:15:13 interesting stories about the communities along the trail. 1994 9 11:15:24 $2,690 2004 4 11:18:51 $12,000 26. Studer Crispin Veteran CarcrossMayo, Ollen, YT Ray - TrapperSwiss Creek, AK Kleedehn, William - Carcross, YT 1998 9 12:05:44 $3,700 2005 11 11:22:36 $2,900 1993 UpdatedS as of January 23, 2013 1990Familiarize 17yourself 13:17:16 with the race rules as they will provide useful information. They Mackey, Brenda - Nenana, AK 1993 11 12:05:45 $3,200 2007 McAlpin, Bob - Fairbanks, AK are available online or a copy may be acquired from the Race PR Team. 1998 18 14:13:47 1998 7 12:03:40 $5,000 Lee, Bruce - Denali Park, AK 2007 21 14:22:35 Mackey, Jason - Kasilof, AK 2000 S 1986 12 14:16:41 $800 McLeod, Darwin - Ninilchik, AK Do not help the mushers as there are very strict rules against mushers receiving 2009 S 2001 3 11:19:18 $18,000 1988 5 13:04:22 $5,000 1990 7 12:14:31 $2,800 outside assistance. Mackey, Lance - Fairbanks, AK 2002 5 11:16:20 $8,000 1989 4 11:23:35 $7,000 McManus, Scott - Fairbanks, AK 2005 1 11:00:32 $30,000 2003 2 11:07:04 $24,000 1991 2 10:21:17 $20,000 1991 S Do not touch the dogs. 2006 1 10:07:47 $30,000 2004 S 1998 1 11:11:27 $30,000 McMullin, Terry - Eagle, AK 2007 1 10:02:37 $40,000 2005 2 11:00:40 $24,000 Lee, Darrin - Nenana, AK 2008 1 10:12:14 $35,000 1998 S 2006 3 10:09:05 $18,000 2003 S 2010 2 9:01:29 $20,280 Medley, Lolly - Wasilla, AK 2007 4 10:12:12 $14,500 LeFebvre, Ben - Whitehorse, YT An2012 up to date musher3 list9:20:09 is available $16,215 at: 1987 DQ 2009 6 10:11:16 $10,000 1988 S http://www.yukonquest.com/site/mushers-and-sled-dog-teams/ 1038 3911 Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Joy, Phil - Fairbanks, AK Klumb, Dave - Fairbanks, AK 2013 Mushers 2006 S 1984 S 2008 12 12:22:07 $6,000 Knott, Christopher - Fairbanks, AK Last Name First Name Experience Residence Nationality Kaduce, Dan - Chatanika, AK 2002 13 12:15:23 $2,100 1. Abrahamson Ed Veteran Fairbanks, AK American 2003 10 12:02:40 $3,300 Kogl, Dennis - Denali Park, AK 2. Bergen Dyan Rookie Yellowknife, NT Canadian 2004 6 11:20:06 $6,000 1985 6 12:02:31 $3,300 3. Berkowitz Jake Veteran Big Lake, Alaska American 2005 S 1988 8 13:18:53 $2,250 4. Casavant Normand Veteran Whitehorse, YT Canadian 2008 8 12:03:39 $9,000 Korner, Beat - Switzerland 2009 8 10:12:14 $8,000 1991 23 15:06:42 5. Cooke Rob Rookie Saint Jacques, NB British 2011 S Kramer, Mike - Two Rivers, AK 6. Dalton David Veteran Healy, AK Canadian Kaso, Walter - Talkeetna, AK 1988 S 7. Failor Matthew Rookie Big Lake, AK American 1985 7 12:04:55 $1,900 Krestensen, Kris - Two Rivers, AK 8. Griffin Kelly Veteran Wasilla, AK American Keller, Daniel - Fox, AK 1989 S 9. Hopkins Ed Veteran Tagish, YT Canadian 1999 S Kublin, Jim - Marquette, MI 10. Ingebretsen Markus Rookie Alaska Norwegian Ketzler, Steven - Nenana, AK 1992 16 16:00:30 $850 1992 S Kuzyk, Gerry - Whitehorse, YT 11. Kaduce Dan Veteran Chatanika, AK American Khatchikian, Ararad - Italy 1994 20 13:03:27 $1,440 12. Lee Darrin Rookie Chistochina, AK American 2000 S Langham, John - Talkeetna, AK 13. MacKenzie Randy Rookie Fort McMurray, AB Canadian King, Jeff - Denali Park, AK 1994 S 14. Mackey Lance Veteran Fairbanks, AK American 1984 5 12:10:59 $3,300 Langmaid, Bruce - Blackstock, ON 15. Moore Allen Veteran Willow, AK American 1985 4 11:14:31 $4,400 2005 S 1986 2 14:09:41 $10,000 Lawson, Brian - Fairbanks, AK 16. Neff Hugh Veteran Tok, AK American 1987 3 12:04:52 $5,000 1990 S 17. Pedersen Misha Veteran Willow, AK Czech 1988 S LeBlanc, Jocelyne - Whitehorse, YT 18. Rogan Susan Rookie Whitehorse, YT Canadian 1989 1 11:20:51 $20,000 2010 22 13:08:28 R Lantern 19. Sass Brent Veteran Eureka, AK American 1990 2 11:20:33 $10,000 Ledwidge, Ann - Dawson City, YT 20. Smith Scott Rookie Willow, AK American King, Michael - Salcha, AK 2008 13 13:20:12 $5,000 1996 17 16:05:49 21. Strathe Cody Rookie Fairbanks, AK American Ledwidge, Peter - Dawson City, YT 1997 S 22. Traverse Christina Rookie Fort McMurray, AB Canadian 1998 S 1999 20 15:03:46 R Lantern 23. Tremblay Denis Rookie Quebec Canadian 2000 17 13:10:20 1999 S 24. West Abbie Veteran Two Rivers, AK American Kirkvold, Keith - Fairbanks, AK 2002 S 25. Wilmshurst Brian Veteran Dawson City, YT Canadian 1998 21 14:15:13 2003 9 12:02:23 $3,700 Kleedehn, William - Carcross, YT 2004 4 11:18:51 $12,000 26. Studer Crispin Veteran Carcross, YT Swiss 1990 17 13:17:16 2005 11 11:22:36 $2,900 Updated as of January 23, 2013 1993 11 12:05:45 $3,200 2007 1998 7 12:03:40 $5,000 Lee, Bruce - Denali Park, AK 2000 S 1986 12 14:16:41 $800 2001 3 11:19:18 $18,000 1988 5 13:04:22 $5,000 2002 5 11:16:20 $8,000 1989 4 11:23:35 $7,000 2003 2 11:07:04 $24,000 1991 2 10:21:17 $20,000 2004 S 1998 1 11:11:27 $30,000 2005 2 11:00:40 $24,000 Lee, Darrin - Nenana, AK 2006 3 10:09:05 $18,000 2003 S 2007 4 10:12:12 $14,500 LeFebvre, Ben - Whitehorse, YT An up to date musher list is available at: 2009 6 10:11:16 $10,000 1988 S http://www.yukonquest.com/site/mushers-and-sled-dog-teams/ 38 11 Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Frerichs, Terry - DeltaFrequently Jct., AK AskedGriffin, Questions Kelley - Wasilla, AK Halvorson, Ty - North Pole, AK Holder, Bob - Fairbanks, AK 1990 21 15:22:02 2002 17 13:01:27 Why is there a mandatory 36-hour layover in Dawson City? 1988 30 20:09:16 R Lantern 1988 23 16:02:12 Fressineau, Marcelle - Matawin, Québec 2003 13 12:23:26 $2,100 How much does the winner get? Hand, Larry - Copper Center, AK 1989 20 14:08:42 2002 S 2004 11 12:08:39 $2,900 Dawson City was the home of the Klondike Gold Rush and is still famous for its unique 1987 DQ Honda, Yuka - Healy, AK 2005 S 2005 S Northern hospitality today and unique 1898-era buildings. The Yukon Quest stops In 2013, the winner will receive $18,930, which is 18.93% of a total $100,000 purse. Harris, Doug - Whitehorse, YT 2006 S 2012 18 15:05:38 2006 7 11:07:54 $5,000 here for a good rest, just like the trappers, mail carriers and mushers did over a 1996 6 13:04:56 $5,000 2007 S Funatsu, Keizo - Japan 2007 14 12:08:01 $4,500 century ago. What are some of the main differences between the Yukon Quest and the 1998 10 12:06:33 $3,300 2009 S 1997 5 12:16:12 $8,000 2008 6 11:21:15 $13,000 Iditarod? Haver, Steve - Fairbanks, AK 2012 15 12:00:55 $3,240 1998 8 12:04:53 $4,200 2010 15 11:07:05 $3,240 The halfway point in the race is a good time for the mushers to rest. Although the 1988 S Honea, Don Sr. - Ruby, AK Furtwaengler, Sylvia - Argenbuhl, Germany 2011 5 11:03:02 $11,760 dogs work on an approximately even run-rest schedule, the mushers do not, and • LOCATION: The Yukon Quest trail is half in Canada’s Yukon Territory and half in Alaska, Hayden, Jack - Lake Minchumina, AK 1985 S 2003 16 13:06:31 Grilliot, Doug - Willow, AK replenishing their energy during their mandatory Dawson City layover allows them to USA, whereas the Iditarod trail is entirely in Alaska. 1984 8 12:22:40 $1,500 Hopkins, Ed - Tagish, YT Ganley, Frank - Fairbanks, AK 2001 16 14:08:16 be as fresh as possible for the second half of the race. • NUMBER OF DOGS: A Yukon Quest team is made up of 6 to 14 dogs, whereas an 1985 10 12:06:06 $1,000 1993 19 13:06:33 $2,000 1985 22 14:07:43 2002 18 13:07:03 Iditarod team can have 6 to 16 dogs. Hayden, Richard - Fort Yukon, AK 1994 8 11:15:23 $3,200 1986 19 15:03:49 Grober, Mark - Nenana, AK All Yukon Quest sled dogs receive at least one, and often more, complete physical • NUMBER OF CHECKPOINTS: The Yukon Quest has 10 checkpoints whereas the Iditarod 1985 S 1999 11 12:23:33 $2,900 1988 15 14:17:09 $750 1987 DQ examinations by the Yukon Quest Veterinary Team during their rest in Dawson City to has 26, making the distances between checkpoints longer, on average, in the Yukon Hendrick, Jim - Denali Park, AK 2005 8 11:19:25 $4,200 Garnie, Joe - Willow, AK Grout, Larry - Fairbanks, AK be sure that they are ready to compete in the remainder of the race. Quest, and requiring Yukon Quest mushers to camp along the trail significantly more 1991 21 15:05:59 Humphreys, David Pecos - Talkeetna, AK 1994 10 11:19:20 $2,720 1987 S often than in Iditarod and to pack their sleds more heavily. 1992 S 1984 10 13:03:07 $1,000 Gatt, Hans - Atlin, BC 1990 S The 36-hour mandatory layover also gives the dog handlers a chance to work with • TIME OF YEAR: The Yukon Quest begins in February; the Iditarod begins in early 1993 18 13:05:50 $2,100 1987 S 1993 7 11:11:40 $5,000 1992 S and exercise their team’s dogs—this is their only opportunity to do so during the March. This difference allows for significantly warmer temperatures and longer days 1994 S Hutchinson, Douglas - Fairbanks, AK 2002 1 11:04:22 $30,000 1993 20 13:06:34 $1,800 entire race. (more light) in the latter race. 1995 10 13:01:56 $1,000 1992 S 2003 1 10:16:28 $30,000 Guenther, Gus - Clam Gulch, AK • TERRAIN: Because the Yukon Quest Trail crosses four mountain ranges, teams 1997 13 14:09:02 $2,100 1993 17 13:04:00 $2,200 2004 1 10:18:54 $30,000 2012 13 11:19:24 $4,050 Where does the word “mushing” originate? experience significant elevation changes during the race; the Iditarod crosses over one 1998 S 1994 S 2006 2 10:08:59 $24,000 Guimond, Cor - Cassiar Creek, YT mountain range. 1999 12 13:04:01 $2,500 Hyslop, Michael - Whitehorse, YT 2007 2 10:09:19 $30,000 1986 21 15:23:27 “Mushing” is a general term for any transport method powered by dogs and includes • TRAIL HISTORY: The Yukon Quest Trail dates back to 1870s to the Forty Mile Gold 2000 8 11:18:59 $4,200 1998 S 2009 S 1991 17 13:09:45 $800 carting, pulka, scootering, sled dog racing, skijoring, freighting, and weight pulling. Rush Era. The Iditarod dates back to the 1925 Serum Run from Nenana to Nome. 2001 12 12:15:20 $2,500 Inauen, Emil - Switzerland 2010 1 9:00:26 $28,395 1994 7 11:09:33 $4,000 More specifically, it implies the use of one or more dogs to pull a sled on snow. The • LOCATION OF TRAIL: The Yukon Quest trail is entirely inland and can experience the 2002 15 12:20:20 $1,500 2004 S 2011 S 1995 4 10:22:37 $4,000 term is thought to come from the French word marche, or go. It is the command to severe winter weather of the interior, whereas the Iditarod runs inland to the coast and 2003 S Indermuhle, Ruedi - Switzerland Gauthier, Charles - Faro, YT 2001 11 12:14:46 $2,900 the team to commence pulling—Mush! Although this term is seldom used in the can experience severe coastal winds near the finish. Heritier, Pierre-Antoine - Switzerland 1991 S 1989 30 16:01:20 2008 S modern day, it still gives name to the sport. • NUMBER OF SLEDS ALLOWED: Yukon Quest rules say that only one sled can be used 2010 21 12:19:11 Jacobs, Dries - Belgium Glassburn, Don - Central, AK Gulden, Dean - Grand Marais, MN by a competitor and cannot be replaced except with special permission from the Race Hermann, Sepp - Fairbanks, AK 2010 12 10:15:44 $4,860 1984 18 14:23:55 1994 S 1999How long does15 the13:06:28 race take? $1,500 Jacobson, Robin - Squaw Lake, MN Marshal1986 and rarely15 without14:20:21 a time penalty$500. Iditarod Hagan, rules Rusty say - North competitors Pole, AK can replace Herscher, Alain - France 1986 S sleds,1987 using a maximumS of three during the race.1998 Because of19 this difference,14:13:48 Yukon Quest mushers tend to use heavier, more robust sleds to accommodate trail conditions 1996The winner and15 frontrunners15:13:08 in the$750 Yukon QuestJayne, take Mike approximately - Fairbanks, AK 10 days. The Geoffrion, Paul - Whitehorse, YT 2000 14 12:03:04 $1,800 record for the fastest time, set by Hans Gatt in 2010, is 9 days, 0 hours and 26 across the 1,000 mile route, whereas Iditarod Hahn,mushers Henry are III able - Two to Rivers,use lighter AK sleds at Hessert, J.T. - Alaska 2007 8 11:03:15 $7,500 minutes. Red Lantern winners and others at the back of the pack can take up to 16 strategic2003 points 18in the race14:20:30 to take R advantage Lantern of1995 less demandingS trail conditions. 2007 WD Johnson, Bruce - Atlin, BC days or more, depending on trail and weather conditions. 2004 S Hanes, William - Kasilof, AK Hetman, Dave - Ester, AK 1984 6 12:18:07 $2,400

Why2006 does the RaceS direction alternate each2007 year? 12 12:00:51 $5,500 1993 S 1985 8 12:05:41 $1,500 The Yukon Quest Trail is always called “historic” – what is historic about it? 2008 S Hall, Wayne - Eagle, AK Hibbs, Don - Two Rivers, AK 1986 1 14:09:17 $15,000

2006 S 2007 12 12:00:51 $5,500 The Yukon Quest Trail is always called “historic” – what is historic about it? 2008 S Hall, Wayne - Eagle, AK

Gleason, Jon - Fairbanks, AK 2002 26 14:10:30 R Lantern The Yukon Quest Trail links together a series of shorter travel routes that were the 1985 11 12:00:15 $900 2006 10 12:18:22 $4,000 only means of winter travel over a century ago. When Yukon Quest founders began 1987 S 2009 15 12:15:09 $2,000 1988 S Halter, Vern - Trapper Creek, AK looking for a route to follow between Fairbanks and Whitehorse, they resurrected Gourley, John - Healy, AK 1988 11 14:03:28 $1,550 many historic routes and combined them to cover 1,000 miles. 1992 9 13:10:40 $2,128 1989 2 11:21:11 $15,000 1993 13 12:14:02 $2,800 1990 1 11:17:09 $20,000 Grawehr, Robert - Whitehorse, YT 1991 6 11:12:06 $4,000 1989 S 36 13 Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Carroll, Larry - Willow, AKThe Yukon QuestCosgrove, Trail Bruce - Fairbanks, AK BraeburnDavis, Katie - Olney, to MTCarmacks Ericson, Nick - Fairbanks, AK 1998- Checkpoints, 15 13:00:11 Dog $1,500Drops and1994 FascinatingS Facts - (772010 miles or 12420 km)12:12:07 1984 19 15:08:11 1999 7 12:07:26 $5,000 Cotter, Bill - Nenana, AK Dennis, Allen - Salcha, AK 1985 17 12:23:07 2000 12 11:23:27 $2,500 1984 3 12:05:40 $5,000 Trail1987 Information21 : The15:15:17 trail leaves R Lantern Braeburn 1989 Lodge and crosses12 the13:05:40 North Klondike$1,350 Whitehorse2002 S Official 2013 Start1985 5 11:15:23 $4,400 Highway.1988 ApproximatelyS 15 miles from BraeburnEstey, Julieare Coghlan - Fairbanks, Lake AK and the Chain Casavant, Normand - Quebec 1986 6 14:11:50 $2,400 Lakes1993 area includingS Frank and Mandanna Lakes.2008 S Population:2009 approximately10 11:15:02 27,322 $5,000 1987 1 12:04:34 $15,000 2011 S Ettyne, Nikolay - Russia The2010 Yukon Quest10 race10:10:20 Start line will$5,670 take place2008 at Shipyards 14 Park in 13:20:40Whitehorse. $4,500 CloserDolif, Dieter to Carmacks - Two Rivers,, the trail AK follows narrow2012 trails, creeks withS overflow, and Cathers, Jeninne - Whitehorse, YT Craig, Glen - Nenana, AK generally1996 unevenS terrain as it runs towards Farr,the Yukon Carrie -River. Tanana, AK Whitehorse1989 developed27 15:13:13 during the Klondike Gold1985 Rush as a transportationS hub. 1998 S 1999 13 13:04:21 $2,100 Situated1990 at the18 head of14:01:41 navigable waters on theCurrey, Yukon Jeff River, - Fairbanks, it was AKan important Carmacks2000 OfficialS Checkpoint (*possible layover)2000 - Population:8 52112:10:19 $4,200 stop1991 on the journeyS to the gold fields. 1993 25 17:02:37 R Lantern Donaldson, Don - Delta Jct, AK 2002 9 11:22:49 $3,700 1992 15 14:16:34 $912 1994 S *Note:1987 the 201319 Yukon15:08:22 Quest Official Rules Fisher,require Jeff a mandatory - Cantwell, AK4 hour stop at 1993 22 13:07:28 Curtis, Wayne - Wasilla, AK either1988 BraeburnS or Carmacks, musher’s choice.1988 25 17:14:13 1996 10 14:01:40 $2,500 1999 18 14:02:22 Doval, Patricia - College, AK 1989 29 15:17:49 Cathers, Ned - Whitehorse, YT Dalton, David - Healy, AK Carmacks1985 gets18 its name13:16:10 from George CarmackFitzhugh,, one of Charlotte the men - College,credited AK with Whitehorse1988 19 to15:09:42 Braeburn 1988 21 15:23:01 makingDrobny, thePaige gold - Fairbanks, strike at AKRabbit Creek (renamed1989 Bonanza SCreek), near Dawson (100 1989 miles or15 161 km)13:11:15 $750 1990 16 13:16:03 City,2012 that unleashed14 the11:19:44 Klondike $3,645gold rush Fleck,in 1896. Peter Before - England that, he discovered 1990 11 12:20:12 $1,550 1991 10 11:21:00 $1,900 coalDuggar, in and Ty - around Nenana, Carmacks AK and this, his home,2010 became18 a trading12:02:13 post – Trail1991 InformationS : The trail follows the Yukon1992 River for approximatelyS 15 miles and Carmack’s1987 Post.S Fliris, Bill - Tanana, AK teams1992 follow the14 trail14:07:40 under the North$1,114 Klondike 1993 Highway via Sthe Takhini River Duncan, Heath - Soldotna, AK 1986 22 16:06:06 Bridge.1993 The trail14 then 12:19:56runs on the $2,600old Dawson 1994 Overland Trail,18 today 12:20:50 part of the $1,680 Carmacks1989 is located19 at14:06:27 the confluence of theForan, Yukon Ed and - Nenana, Nordenskiold AK Rivers. It lies Trans1994 Canada Trail.S Teams can be seen following1996 the trail under14 the15:06:31 Takhini River$1,000 112Dunlap, miles Rick (180 - Fairbanks, km) north AK of Whitehorse on1986 the North Klondike7 Highway.14:11:52 $1,900 Bridge,1995 at kilometerS 4.5 of the North Klondike1997 Highway (Mayo7 Road).12:23:32 $5,000 1985 12 12:12:06 $800 Forsberg, Linda - Denali Park, AK 1997 8 13:02:28 $4,200 1998 11 12:06:44 $2,900 TheDurham, checkpoint Kyla - Dawson is set up City, in theYT community center,1989 and a local8 food13:03:06 concession $2,250 is Braeburn1998 OfficialS Checkpoint (*possible layover)1999 14 13:04:51 $1,800 available2011 inside.11 Parking13:01:53 is limited, $5,265 and the community1990 asks5 that 12:11:16you park towards$5,000 Charley, Lena - Gakona, AK 2000 S the2012 back of the11 parking 11:07:46 lot here. Sleeping$5,265 arrangements1991 can5 be made11:11:40 with the$6,500 *Note:1985 the 2013S Yukon Quest Official Rules require2001 a mandatory13 4 hour12:16:45 stop at $2,100 CarmacksEkdahl, Esa Hotel. - Whitehorse, There are YT two service stations1992 in town and4 one 12:01:45restaurant. $10,135 eitherChisholm, Braeburn Bill - Two or Carmacks Rivers, AK, musher’s choice.2002 S Wireless1990 Internet26 is available16:11:03 in R the Lantern main area1993 of the checkpoint.4 10:23:11 Floor space $10,000 within 1993 9 11:19:23 $3,700 2004 3 11:12:48 $18,000 theElliott, checkpoint Mark - Dawson is for race City, personnel,YT volunteers1994 & handlers.3 Please11:01:33 respect $12,000this BraeburnChurch, Arthur Lodge - Willow,is famous AK for its giant food, especially2005 its 12-4inch cinnamon11:02:21 buns.$12,000 space1988 and keep13 voices14:13:31 down during $1,150 checkpoint Forsberg, operations. Will - Denali Park, AK At1986 this highwayS rest stop, a former roadhouse2006 on the Dawson4 Overland10:20:08 Trail, $12,000 1990 S 1990 9 12:18:30 $1,950 YukonClayton, Quest Murray mushers - Haines, can AK choose to take their2007 mandatory four10 -hour11:14:02 layover – or$6,500 FastestEllis, Mike time - Rumsey, between NH Braeburn and CarmacksFranczak (since, Agata 2002): - Dawson City, YT they1984 can take 17it in Carmacks14:17:23. 2008 3 11:09:35 $20,000 Hans2008 Gatt; 9 hours,11 3212:09:58 mins in 2010.$6,500 2004 17 13:14:32 1985 13 12:15:39 $700 2009 S 2009 S Freking, Blake - Finland, MN BraeburnClerc, Christian Lodge - Easthas beenWenatchee, an official WA checkpoint 2010 since 1999.14 The owners10:23:37 of the $3,645 2010 13 10:20:29 $4,050 2005 12 12:05:03 $2,500 Braeburn2000 LodgeS turn their business over to host2011 the checkpoint.9 The12:10:07 lodge has a$6,480 Carmacks 2011 8 to Pelly12:09:59 Crossing$7,290 Frerichs, Connie - Delta Jct., AK fullCochran, menu, Jennifer gas, and - Fairbanks, the best baked AK good selection2012 on the trail.10 There11:03:18 are no public$5,670 2012 S 1985 19 13:17:11 (73 miles or 117 km) restrooms2004 available16 here13:13:59 for non -paying customers,Daniels, please Dario - useFairbanks, the outhouses. AK The Elsberg, Andy - Fairbanks, AK 1986 S 1987 18 12:03:57 owner2006 of the lodgeS is generous to open his place2001 of businessS up to use as the 2003 11 12:06:37 $2,900 1990 23 15:22:28 checkpoint.Cole, Phil - Fairbanks, It is however AK still an operating businessDeltour, and Sam is - notBelgium meant to be used TrailElomaa, Information Joni - Finland: From Carmacks, the trail follows the Freegold Road for about 13 1991 20 14:15:29 $650 for1990 free, please Sbe conscious of the space you2010 are occupying11 and justify10:12:54 it with an$5,265 miles1997 before DQjoining the Dawson Overland Trail to McCabe Creek. The first five 1992 S appropriateCollins, Julie -sized Lake purchaseMinchumina, for theAK time you spendDeLuca, at Lauralee one of their - Cantwell, tables. AK milesEmmett, from Barry McCabe - Fairbanks, Creek AKrun parallel to the Klondike Highway before travelling 1994 23 17:22:35 1993 S 1985 20 13:18:50 $750 1993 21 13:06:52 through the L’Hutsaw Wetlands to Pelly Crossing. English, Bob - Whitehorse, YT 1995 S FastestCook, George time between - Ashland, Whitehorse NH and Braeburn1994 (since 2002):S Zack Steer; 10 hours, 52 minutes in 2004. Da Marie, Bart - Christopher Lake, Sask. 1984 S 1997 S 1992 18 16:03:19 R Lantern This section of trail is considered in most years to be a “fast and easy” section, Erick, Ernest - Venetie, AK 1999 S 15 2010 17 12:00:05 1434 although there are some short and steep hills. 1994 S 2001 S 35

Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Carroll, Larry - Willow, AK Cosgrove, Bruce - Fairbanks, AK Braeburn to Carmacks 1998 15 13:00:11 $1,500 1994 S (77 miles or 124 km) 1999 7 12:07:26 $5,000 Cotter, Bill - Nenana, AK 2000 12 11:23:27 $2,500 1984 3 12:05:40 $5,000 Trail Information: The trail leaves Braeburn Lodge and crosses the North Klondike 2002 S 1985 5 11:15:23 $4,400 Highway. Approximately 15 miles from Braeburn are Coghlan Lake and the Chain Casavant, Normand - Quebec 1986 6 14:11:50 $2,400 Lakes area including Frank and Mandanna Lakes. 2009 10 11:15:02 $5,000 1987 1 12:04:34 $15,000 2010 10 10:10:20 $5,670 2008 14 13:20:40 $4,500 Closer to Carmacks, the trail follows narrow trails, creeks with overflow, and Cathers, Jeninne - Whitehorse, YT Craig, Glen - Nenana, AK generally uneven terrain as it runs towards the Yukon River. 1989 27 15:13:13 1985 S 1990 18 14:01:41 Currey, Jeff - Fairbanks, AK Carmacks Official Checkpoint (*possible layover) - Population: 521 1991 S 1993 25 17:02:37 R Lantern 1992 15 14:16:34 $912 1994 S *Note: the 2013 Yukon Quest Official Rules require a mandatory 4 hour stop at 1993 22 13:07:28 Curtis, Wayne - Wasilla, AK either Braeburn or Carmacks, musher’s choice. 1996 10 14:01:40 $2,500 1999 18 14:02:22 Cathers, Ned - Whitehorse, YT Dalton, David - Healy, AK Carmacks gets its name from George Carmack, one of the men credited with 1988 19 15:09:42 1988 21 15:23:01 making the gold strike at Rabbit Creek (renamed Bonanza Creek), near Dawson 1989 15 13:11:15 $750 1990 16 13:16:03 City, that unleashed the Klondike gold rush in 1896. Before that, he discovered 1990 11 12:20:12 $1,550 1991 10 11:21:00 $1,900 coal in and around Carmacks and this, his home, became a trading post – 1991 S 1992 S Carmack’s Post. 1992 14 14:07:40 $1,114 1993 S 1993 14 12:19:56 $2,600 1994 18 12:20:50 $1,680 Carmacks is located at the confluence of the Yukon and Nordenskiold Rivers. It lies 1994 S 1996 14 15:06:31 $1,000 112 miles (180 km) north of Whitehorse on the North Klondike Highway. 1995 S 1997 7 12:23:32 $5,000 1997 8 13:02:28 $4,200 1998 11 12:06:44 $2,900 The checkpoint is set up in the community center, and a local food concession is 1998 S 1999 14 13:04:51 $1,800 available inside. Parking is limited, and the community asks that you park towards Charley, Lena - Gakona, AK 2000 S the back of the parking lot here. Sleeping arrangements can be made with the 1985 S 2001 13 12:16:45 $2,100 Carmacks Hotel. There are two service stations in town and one restaurant. Chisholm, Bill - Two Rivers, AK 2002 S Wireless Internet is available in the main area of the checkpoint. Floor space within 1993 9 11:19:23 $3,700 2004 3 11:12:48 $18,000 the checkpoint is for race personnel, volunteers & handlers. Please respect this Church, Arthur - Willow, AK 2005 4 11:02:21 $12,000 space and keep voices down during checkpoint operations. 1986 S 2006 4 10:20:08 $12,000 Clayton, Murray - Haines, AK 2007 10 11:14:02 $6,500 Fastest time between Braeburn and Carmacks (since 2002): 1984 17 14:17:23 2008 3 11:09:35 $20,000 Hans Gatt; 9 hours, 32 mins in 2010. 1985 13 12:15:39 $700 2009 S Clerc, Christian - East Wenatchee, WA 2010 14 10:23:37 $3,645 2000 S 2011 9 12:10:07 $6,480 Carmacks to Pelly Crossing Cochran, Jennifer - Fairbanks, AK 2012 10 11:03:18 $5,670 (73 miles or 117 km) 2004 16 13:13:59 Daniels, Dario - Fairbanks, AK 2006 S 2001 S Cole, Phil - Fairbanks, AK Deltour, Sam - Belgium Trail Information: From Carmacks, the trail follows the Freegold Road for about 13 1990 S 2010 11 10:12:54 $5,265 miles before joining the Dawson Overland Trail to McCabe Creek. The first five Collins, Julie - Lake Minchumina, AK DeLuca, Lauralee - Cantwell, AK miles from McCabe Creek run parallel to the Klondike Highway before travelling 1985 20 13:18:50 $750 1993 21 13:06:52 through the L’Hutsaw Wetlands to Pelly Crossing. Cook, George - Ashland, NH 1994 S Da Marie, Bart - Christopher Lake, Sask. 1992 18 16:03:19 R Lantern This section of trail is considered in most years to be a “fast and easy” section, 15 2010 17 12:00:05 34 although there are some short and steep hills.

Mushers’ Statistics Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings YearMcCabe Placing Creek DogTime Drop (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Boivin,There is Kyla no -road Whitehorse, access or YT services for mediaBuetow,. There is Eric no - internet Two Rivers, connection. AK Travel Abrahamson, Ed - Kenai peninsula, AK Barrand, Cindy - Juneau, AK 2001to this area is not18 recommended14:20:18 without a guide1985 or previous15 experience. 12:16:50 Be 1997The Kruse family’s15 homestead15:13:34 on$1,500 the Yukon River2010 provides 16northern 11:10:12 hospitality to the 2003prepared to provide15 your13:06:30 own outdoor$1,500 sleeping Burmeister, amenities Aaron and - food Nenana, and AKprepare for 1999teams and race17 followers.14:02:22 This family graciouslyBarron, opens John their - Sheep shop Creek, to host AK this dog 2004very cold temperatures.S Weather is often a factor2007 and you may5 be stranded.11:01:10 The$12,500 race Adam,drop. Ross The food- Grande here Prairie. is limited AB and prepared for1994 mushers & 11race personnel.11:19:21 Please$2,560 do 2006assumes no responsibilityS for any media travel.Buser, Martin - Big Lake, AK 1995not help yourself12 to 14:11:00this buffet style set up, itBarve, is not Lavonmeant - Wasilla,for the generalAK public and 2007 20 14:07:50 2009 4 10:09:40 $15,000 Adams,media. Kiara There - Mt. are Lorne, no sleeping YT facilities here for1994 media. 1 10:22:44 $20,000 2008All supplies have15 to be14:04:17 flown into Scroggie$4,000 beforeButcher, the Eric race - Fairbanks,starts and AK food is carefully 2006 S Baureis, Bruno - Gakona, AK 2009calculated for theS volunteers’ duration of stay.2004 There are no15 provisions 13:13:17 for sleeping $1,500 2007There is no accessS by vehicle into the McCabe2000 Creek Dog DropS from the highway. The Borden,indoors Ednor - extraKenai, food AK outside of volunteer food.2006 S Adkins,walk in Daryle is approximately - Trapper Creek. 20 minutes. AK 2002 21 14:00:34 1986 S Butteri, Peter - Tok, AK 1984 S 2005 S Boulding,Dawson City Charlie Official - Manley, Checkpoint AK and 36-Hour1989 Mandatory Layover31 16:23:34 Aldrich,Pelly Crossing Ron - Willow, Official AK Checkpoint Bearup, Stan - North Pole, AK 1989Population: 1,94711 13:04:52 $1,550 1990 S 1984Population: 33213 13:12:48 $700 1985 26 15:17:59 1990 10 12:19:36 $1,750 1991 16 13:07:35 $850 1990 S Beattie, Richie - Two Rivers, AK 1991Dawson City was1 the final10:21:12 destination $25,000 for over 1992 100,000 stampeders7 12:14:42during the short$3,040- Allen,Pelly Diane Crossing - Whitehorse, is home to YT the Selkirk First Nation2006 of Northern9 Tutchone 12:02:06 people and$3,700 1992lived, but world3 famous, 12:01:38 Klondike $15,202Gold Rush 1993of the late 1890s.S 2002following the Scompletion of the North Klondike2007 Highway in16 1942, most13:00:43 of the 1993 1 10:19:09 $25,000 1994 5 11:03:27 $6,400 Amundsen,inhabitants Suzan of nearby - Two FortRivers, Selkirk AK relocated toBeisch, Pelly Crossing.Benedikt - Nenana, AK Bourassa,In its heyday, Daniel Dawson - Lanoraie, City boastedQC a population1996 of 40,000. It7 was called13:05:56 “Paris of $4,000the 1994 21 15:08:47 2007 17 13:06:02 1991North” and wasS the largest metropolis on the1999 North American3 continent11:18:41 north of$18,000 San 1996Fort Selkirk is13 the oldest15:02:52 known and$1,250 perhaps Bennett,most historically Braden - significantWhitehorse, permanent YT 2005Francisco and westS of Winnipeg. 2000 2 11:05:45 $24,000 2002settlement in24 the Yukon.14:09:40 2002 20 13:23:53 Bouton, Jeff - Fairbanks, AK Bybee, Russ - Willow, AK Anderson, John - Willow, AK Bennett, Jim - Fairbanks, AK 1992The checkpoint 17 is located16:01:00 in the Dawson$800 City 2006 Visitors Center onS Front Street. Inside 1989The Checkpoint25 is housed15:03:19 in the community center.1985 A community25 concession15:07:03 called 1993the checkpoint Sthere will be a local food concession2007 fundraiser13 that 12:04:46is hosted by the$5,000 Anderson,the Questaurant Ken - Fairbanks, is provided AK by the community1988 (hours TBA). SWi -Fi is available. There Bowers,organizers Doug of the- Nenana, Percy AKDeWolfe Dog Sled Race.2009 There are manyS other local 2008are groceries,2 rooms 10:12:29 & gas available $25,000 at SelkirkBenson, Grocery Tom just - Dubois,as you come WY into town. 1991restaurants around12 town,12:00:34 as well as$1,500 several groceryCadzow, stores Clifton and - Fort gas/service Yukon, AK stations. 2010 5 9:14:52 $11,760 2002 25 14:09:48 Bowers,The hotels Pete in -town Fairbanks, tend toAK book up during the1988 Yukon Quest, Sso be sure to make 2011 3 10:14;24 $16,215 1985 24 15:02:32 Cadzow, Jay - Fort Yukon, AK 2004 20 14:04:09 R Lantern reservations early. Andreonne, Tony - France Boyce, Rod –Two Rivers, AK 1993 5 11:07:11 $8,000 2007 19 13:14:01 1986Pelly Crossing14 14:19:57 to Dawson $600 City 2004 S 1994 S Berry, Jack - Homer, AK The Dawson City dog staging area – the Yukon River government campground – may Aplustill,(201 miles George or -323 Fairbanks, km) AK 2006 S 1995 3 10:18:39 $8,000 1992 13 14:05:40 $1,317 have “open” hours, designated by the Race Marshal. Unless authorized, vehicles are 1993 S Bradley, Maren - Carcross, YT 1997 S 1999 8 12:09:54 $4,200 not permitted in the campground. Visitors must park at the campground entrance. 1994 S 2012 S Cadzow, Josh - Fort Yukon, AK Trail Information: The only trail viewing is from2000 the air. Teams5 will travel11:04:06 down the$8,000 Asbury, Terry - Healy, AK Braun, Trevor - Mendenhall, YT 2009 S Pelly River to Stepping Stone, a hospitality stop2001 approximately S 35 miles from Pelly Fastest time between Pelly Crossing and Stepping Stone (since 2002 and not 1997 S 1997 16 15:13:38 2010 7 10:00:09 $8,925 Crossing. Teams then climb through the Black2002 Hills until theyS reach the remote including 2006 when the race was rerouted to Finish in Dawson City): Frank Turner; 2002 S 2004 S 2011 S Scroggie Creek dog drop 99 miles (159 km) from2004 Pelly Crossing.S From there, the trail 3hours, 48mins in 2004 – 3 minutes faster than Lance Mackey would do it in 2006. 2004 S Bridges, Jim - Wasilla, AK Cameron, Scott - Palmer, AK follows mining roads towards Dawson City. TheBey, trail Kirsten then - climbsNome, 4,002AK -foot King Atkinson, Rick - Bettles, AK 1985 28 18:14:17 R Lantern Solomon’s Dome before descending to Dawson2001 City. S Fastest time between Stepping Stone and Scroggie1989 Creek (since28 200215:17:21 and not 1985 2 11:12:15 $10,000 1986 S Bicknell, Deborah - Auke Bay, AK including 2006 when the race was rerouted toCapot Finish-Blanc, in Dawson Adolphus City): - Ft. Lance Nelson, Mackey; BC 1987 5 12:06:25 $3,300 Bright, Bob - Watersmeet, MI Scroggie Creek Dog Drop 8hours, 23mins in 2006. 1986 18 15:01:50 1988 4 13:04:22 $7,000 2000 21 15:05:50 R Lantern 1988 S 1988 S Bailey, Jodi - Chatanika, AK 2002 S 1989 S An abandoned cabin on the shore of the Stewart River lies dormant except during the Fastest time between Scroggie Creek and Dawson1997 City (since12 2002 14:01:41and not including 2011 7 12:06:51 $8,925 2003 S Britten, Jean-denis - Whitehorse, YT Yukon Quest. 2006 when the race was rerouted to Finish inCarroll, Dawson Dave City): - Willow, Lance AKMackey; 11hours, Ballard, John - Salcha, AK Blanford, Tony - Fairbanks, AK 2008 9 12:04:57 $8,000 42mins in 2010. 1990 S 1988 29 20:06:26 1998 S 2009 S Carroll, George - Fairbanks, AK Barb, Steve - Healy, AK 1999 19 14:02:38 Brockman, Shannon - Nenana, AK 2000 18 14:06:51 1989 24 14:19:07 2000 15 12:09:35 $1,500 2002 10 11:23:36 $3,300 2002 S Barnum, Dick - Fairbanks, AK Boily, Marc - Nome, AK Brooks, Ramy - Fairbanks, AK 1989 26 15:04:41 1987 9 13:07:09 $1,20016 1993 15 12:21:50 $2,400 3317 1999 1 11:08:27 $30,000 Mushers’ Statistics Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings There is no road access or services for media. There is no internet connection. Travel Abrahamson, Ed - Kenai peninsula, AK Barrand, Cindy - Juneau, AK to this area is not recommended without a guide or previous experience. Be 1997 15 15:13:34 $1,500 2010 16 11:10:12 prepared to provide your own outdoor sleeping amenities and food and prepare for 1999 17 14:02:22 Barron, John - Sheep Creek, AK very cold temperatures. Weather is often a factor and you may be stranded. The race Adam, Ross - Grande Prairie. AB 1994 11 11:19:21 $2,560 assumes no responsibility for any media travel. 1995 12 14:11:00 Barve, Lavon - Wasilla, AK Adams, Kiara - Mt. Lorne, YT 1994 1 10:22:44 $20,000 All supplies have to be flown into Scroggie before the race starts and food is carefully 2006 S Baureis, Bruno - Gakona, AK calculated for the volunteers’ duration of stay. There are no provisions for sleeping 2007 S 2000 S indoors nor extra food outside of volunteer food. Adkins, Daryle - Trapper Creek. AK 2002 21 14:00:34 1984 S 2005 S Dawson City Official Checkpoint and 36-Hour Mandatory Layover Aldrich, Ron - Willow, AK Bearup, Stan - North Pole, AK Population: 1,947 1984 13 13:12:48 $700 1985 26 15:17:59 1990 S Beattie, Richie - Two Rivers, AK Dawson City was the final destination for over 100,000 stampeders during the short- Allen, Diane - Whitehorse, YT 2006 9 12:02:06 $3,700 lived, but world famous, Klondike Gold Rush of the late 1890s. 2002 S 2007 16 13:00:43 Amundsen, Suzan - Two Rivers, AK Beisch, Benedikt - Nenana, AK In its heyday, Dawson City boasted a population of 40,000. It was called “Paris of the 1994 21 15:08:47 2007 17 13:06:02 North” and was the largest metropolis on the North American continent north of San 1996 13 15:02:52 $1,250 Bennett, Braden - Whitehorse, YT Francisco and west of Winnipeg. 2002 24 14:09:40 2002 20 13:23:53 Anderson, John - Willow, AK Bennett, Jim - Fairbanks, AK The checkpoint is located in the Dawson City Visitors Center on Front Street. Inside 1989 25 15:03:19 1985 25 15:07:03 the checkpoint there will be a local food concession fundraiser that is hosted by the Anderson, Ken - Fairbanks, AK 1988 S organizers of the Percy DeWolfe Dog Sled Race. There are many other local 2008 2 10:12:29 $25,000 Benson, Tom - Dubois, WY restaurants around town, as well as several grocery stores and gas/service stations. 2010 5 9:14:52 $11,760 2002 25 14:09:48 The hotels in town tend to book up during the Yukon Quest, so be sure to make 2011 3 10:14;24 $16,215 2004 20 14:04:09 R Lantern reservations early. Andreonne, Tony - France 2007 19 13:14:01 1986 14 14:19:57 $600 Berry, Jack - Homer, AK The Dawson City dog staging area – the Yukon River government campground – may Aplustill, George - Fairbanks, AK 1992 13 14:05:40 $1,317 have “open” hours, designated by the Race Marshal. Unless authorized, vehicles are 1993 S 1999 8 12:09:54 $4,200 not permitted in the campground. Visitors must park at the campground entrance. 1994 S 2000 5 11:04:06 $8,000 Asbury, Terry - Healy, AK 2001 S Fastest time between Pelly Crossing and Stepping Stone (since 2002 and not 1997 S 2002 S including 2006 when the race was rerouted to Finish in Dawson City): Frank Turner; 2002 S 2004 S 3hours, 48mins in 2004 – 3 minutes faster than Lance Mackey would do it in 2006. 2004 S Bey, Kirsten - Nome, AK Atkinson, Rick - Bettles, AK 2001 S Fastest time between Stepping Stone and Scroggie Creek (since 2002 and not 1985 2 11:12:15 $10,000 Bicknell, Deborah - Auke Bay, AK including 2006 when the race was rerouted to Finish in Dawson City): Lance Mackey; 1987 5 12:06:25 $3,300 8hours, 23mins in 2006. 1988 4 13:04:22 $7,000 2000 21 15:05:50 R Lantern

Bailey, Jodi - Chatanika, AK 2002 S Fastest time between Scroggie Creek and Dawson City (since 2002 and not including 2011 7 12:06:51 $8,925 2003 S 2006 when the race was rerouted to Finish in Dawson City): Lance Mackey; 11hours, Ballard, John - Salcha, AK Blanford, Tony - Fairbanks, AK 42mins in 2010. 1988 29 20:06:26 1998 S Barb, Steve - Healy, AK 1999 19 14:02:38 1989 24 14:19:07 2000 15 12:09:35 $1,500 Barnum, Dick - Fairbanks, AK Boily, Marc - Nome, AK 1989 26 15:04:41 1987 9 13:07:09 $1,200 17 Dawson Award Challenge of the North Award SportsmanshipEagle to Circle Award City Red Lantern Award AwardedDawson to the first City musher to into Eagle Dawson City Presented to the musher who best exemplifies Presented(159 milesto the ormusher 256 km)exhibiting the Presented to the last official finisher. who(147 then miles goes on or to 237 complete km) the race. The the “Spirit of the Yukon Quest” - a spirit that best sportsmanship along the trail. The prize is 4 ounces of Klondike placer gold. compels one to challenge the country and win. Trail Information: View this section by air. Approximately half-way between Eagle Trail Information: From Dawson City, it is 50 miles (80 km) down the Yukon River to selection is made by their fellow 2012 Michael Telpin Awarded by the Race Marshal and Judges. and Circle City (the next checkpoint), teams travel past the cabin of Charlie 2012the historicAllen Mooretown site of Forty Mile, at the confluence of the Fortymile and Yukon mushers. 2011 Hank DeBruin Biederman who delivered mail by dog sled with his brother Adolphe between Circle 2011Rivers. KenTeams Anderson travel up the Fortymile River valley2012 to joinMichael the TelpinTaylor Highway, which is 2010 Jocelyne LeBlanc and Eagle. The trail follows the flat, sometimes soft and sometimes icy Yukon River 2010closed Hansin winter, Gatt before climbing to the top of2011 American Kelley Summit. Griffin From there, it is 2012 Paige Drobny 2009 Iris Wood Sutton towardMike Circle Ellis, City. Allen Moore & 2009another William 18 miles Kleedehn to Eagle. 2010 Jocelyne LeBlanc 2008 Kyla Boivin 2011 Brent Sass 2008 Lance Mackey 2009 Newton Marshall 2007 Bob McAlpin 2010Slaven’s Sonny Roadhouse Lindner Dog Drop 2007The BorderLance: MackeyIt is on this leg of the Race trail that2008 Yukon Brent Quest Sass mushers cross the US- 2006 Regina Wycoff 2009No roadBrent access, Sass no power, no internet, no accommodations, no fuel, no food. 2006Canada Lance border. Mackey Any media travelling to Eagle2007 from DawsonMike Jayne City MUST clear US 2005 Blake Freking 2008 Kelley Griffin 2005Customs Hugh upon Neff arrival. 2006 Regina Wycoff 2004 Tom Benson 2007Slaven’s Sebastian Roadhouse Schnuelle (now operated by the U.S. National Parks Service) is located in 2004 Hans Gatt 2005 William Kleedehn 2003 Paul Geoffrion 2006the YukonWayne-Charley Hall Rivers National Preserve. Only accessible in winter by dog sled, Eagle Official Checkpoint (*Mandatory 4 hour2004 layover) Marcel Marin 2003 Hans Gatt snow machine or air, the Roadhouse provides a2002 warm andWayne quiet Hall reprieve for Yukon Population: 87 2003 Frank Turner 2005 Ed Hopkins 2002 Peter Butteri Quest mushers. It serves as an official Dog Drop2001 and is staffedBruce Milne by NPS employees who 2002 Wayne Hall 2004 Thomas Tetz 2001 Tim Osmar volunteer their time as well as a Yukon Quest Veterinarian2000 Deborah and Race Bicknell Judge. Permits to There is no road access to Eagle in the winter.2001 The townJoran of Freeman Eagle, perched upon a 2003 John Schandelmeier 2000 Jack Berry film in this area are required. 1999 Peter Ledwidge level gravel bench above the Yukon River, is only2000 accessibleHugh Neff in wintertime by air, 2002 Jim Hendrick 1999 Ramy Brooks 1998 Brian O’Donoghue snowmobile or dog team. 1999 Aliy Zirkle 2001 Cor Guimond 1998 Andre Nadeau Travel to this area is not recommended without1997 a guide Raidor previous Zielinski experience. Be 1998 Thomas Tetz 2000 Rusty Hagen 1997 John Schandelmeier prepared to provide your own outdoor sleeping1996 amenities Stan and Nijootli food and prepare for The checkpoint is at the Old Schoolhouse, a small building centrally located. 1999 Jack Berry 1996 John Schandelmeier 1997 David O'Farrell very cold temperatures. Weather is often a factor1995 and youDieter may Zimgibi be stranded. The race 1998 Rusty Hagen 1995 Larry Smith 1996 Doug Harris assumes no responsibility for any media travel. 1994All supplies Barry have Emmett to be flown into The Eagle School is allowing race personnel and media to sleep at the school on a 1997 John Schandelmeier 1994 Kathy Swenson 1995 Larry Smith Slaven’s Roadhouse before the race starts and food1993 is carefullyJeff Currey calculated for the pay-per-night basis. Price is to be confirmed for 2013. The Student Council will be 1996 Mark May 1993 Charlie Boulding 1994 Cor Guimond volunteers’ duration of stay. There are no provisions1992 forGeorge sleeping Cook indoors III nor extra selling concessions at breakfast and dinner, and sack lunches. To minimize disruption 1995 Jay Cadzow 1992 John Schandelmeier 1993 Jeff Mann food outside of volunteer food. to students we will utilize floor space in the gymnasium or an equipment room, 1994 John Barron 1991 Beat Korner

Rookiedependent of on the their Year schedule. Award 1993 John Gourley 1990 Esa Ekdahl Golden Harness Award Circle City Official Checkpoint Presented to the highest placed Rookie finisher. 1992 Tim Mowry 1989 Peter Butteri Presented to the Champion lead dog(s). Population: 101 The food at the checkpoint is off-limits to anyone except mushers & local checkpoint 1986 Don Glassburn 1988 Ty Halvorson 2012 Jake Berkowitz 2012 Walter & Juanita - (Hugh Neff) volunteers. There are some groceries available at the Eagle Trading Company. 1985 Joe May 1987 Allen Dennis 2011 Dallas Seavey 2011 Diesel & Chung - (Dallas Seavey) Located at the eastern end of the Steese Highway 160 miles (257 km) northeast of 1986 Michael Schwandt 2010 Joshua Cadzow 2010 Stitch & Kinvig - (Hans Gatt) Fairbanks, Circle City was established in 1893 as a supply point for goods shipped up Internet: Wireless Internet is provided at the local public library 24hrs/day during the 1985 Jim Bridges 2009 Martin Buser 2009 Inuk & Nemo - (Sebastian Schnuelle) the Yukon River and then overland to the gold mining camps. race. This is a public library and locals use it on a daily basis. The floor space between 2008 Ken Anderson 2008 Handsome & Rev - (Lance Mackey) the book shelves is not for media sleeping. 2007 Aaron Burmeister 2007 Hobo Jim & Lippy - (Lance Mackey) The checkpoint is hosted in the community’s Fire Hall. The space is limited, and

2006 Richie Beattie 2006 Hobo Jim & Larry - (Lance Mackey) shared by everyone including mushers, public, volunteers, vets, officials, handlers and Power Supply: Sufficient power supply is also provided at the local public library. 2005 Lance Mackey 2005 Hobo Jim & Larry - (Lance Mackey) media. Inside the Fire Hall there are two rooms that are off limits, one is the

2004 Zack Steer communications room and the other is the musher sleeping room. Fuel: Fuel is available for purchase at two places2004 in Eagle,Havana at Telegraph & Felix - (Hans Hill GattServices) 2003 Martin Massicotte (run by Bo), the gas station just outside of town,2003 as wellHavana as at &the Milos Eagle - (Hans Trading Gatt ) Circle Public School will provide media with a pay-per-space floor with mats, meals 2002Company Shannon along Brockman the river. 2002 Havana & Bonzo - (Hans Gatt) and internet connectivity for purchase. Price is to be confirmed for 2013. Any food at 2001 Joran Freeman 2001 (Tim Osmar) the Fire Hall is for checkpoint volunteers and mushers only. 2000Fastest Cim time Smith between Dawson City and Eagle2000 (since 2002):Pedro - (Aliy Zirkle)

2008 Lance Mackey 2009 Newton Marshall Slaven’s Roadhouse Dog Drop 2007 Lance Mackey 2008 Brent Sass No road access, no power, no internet, no accommodations, no fuel, no food. 2006 Lance Mackey 2007 Mike Jayne

2005 Hugh Neff 2006 Regina Wycoff Slaven’s Roadhouse (now operated by the U.S. National Parks Service) is located in 2004 Hans Gatt 2005 William Kleedehn 2004 Marcel Marin the Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve. Only accessible in winter by dog sled, 2003 Hans Gatt snow machine or air, the Roadhouse provides a warm and quiet reprieve for Yukon 2003 Frank Turner 2002 Peter Butteri Quest mushers. It serves as an official Dog Drop and is staffed by NPS employees who 2002 Wayne Hall 2001 Tim Osmar volunteer their time as well as a Yukon Quest Veterinarian and Race Judge. Permits to 2001 Joran Freeman 2000 Jack Berry film in this area are required. 2000 Hugh Neff 1999 Ramy Brooks 1999 Aliy Zirkle 1998 Andre Nadeau Travel to this area is not recommended without a guide or previous experience. Be 1998 Thomas Tetz 1997 John Schandelmeier prepared to provide your own outdoor sleeping amenities and food and prepare for 1996 John Schandelmeier 1997 David O'Farrell very cold temperatures. Weather is often a factor and you may be stranded. The race 1995 Larry Smith 1996 Doug Harris assumes no responsibility for any media travel. All supplies have to be flown into 1994 Kathy Swenson 1995 Larry Smith Slaven’s Roadhouse before the race starts and food is carefully calculated for the 1993 Charlie Boulding 1994 Cor Guimond volunteers’ duration of stay. There are no provisions for sleeping indoors nor extra 1992 John Schandelmeier 1993 Jeff Mann food outside of volunteer food. Rookie of the Year Award Golden Harness Award Circle City Official Checkpoint Presented to the highest placed Rookie finisher. Presented to the Champion lead dog(s). Population: 101 2012 Jake Berkowitz 2012 Walter & Juanita - (Hugh Neff) 2011 Dallas Seavey 2011 Diesel & Chung - (Dallas Seavey) Located at the eastern end of the Steese Highway 160 miles (257 km) northeast of 2010 Joshua Cadzow 2010 Stitch & Kinvig - (Hans Gatt) Fairbanks, Circle City was established in 1893 as a supply point for goods shipped up 2009 Martin Buser 2009 Inuk & Nemo - (Sebastian Schnuelle) the Yukon River and then overland to the gold mining camps. 2008 Ken Anderson 2008 Handsome & Rev - (Lance Mackey) 2007 Aaron Burmeister 2007 Hobo Jim & Lippy - (Lance Mackey) The checkpoint is hosted in the community’s Fire Hall. The space is limited, and 2006 Richie Beattie 2006 Hobo Jim & Larry - (Lance Mackey) shared by everyone including mushers, public, volunteers, vets, officials, handlers and 2005 Lance Mackey 2005 Hobo Jim & Larry - (Lance Mackey) media. Inside the Fire Hall there are two rooms that are off limits, one is the 2004 Zack Steer 2004 Havana & Felix - (Hans Gatt) communications room and the other is the musher sleeping room. 2003 Martin Massicotte 2003 Havana & Milos - (Hans Gatt) 2002 Shannon Brockman 2002 Havana & Bonzo - (Hans Gatt) Circle Public School will provide media with a pay-per-space floor with mats, meals 2001 Joran Freeman 2001 (Tim Osmar) and internet connectivity for purchase. Price is to be confirmed for 2013. Any food at 2000 Cim Smith 2000 Pedro - (Aliy Zirkle) the Fire Hall is for checkpoint volunteers and mushers only. 1999 Carrie Farr 1999 Pretty Boy - (Ramy Brooks) 1998 Andre Nadeau 1998 Clovis - (Bruce Lee) A wireless network may be available, but like most remote communities in Alaska, it is 1997 Keizo Funatsu 1997 (Rick Mackey) provided via a Satellite provider. Satellite systems can be slower and easily bogged down by large downloads and several computers. Race operations will take priority 1996 Rick Mackey 1996 Gin Gin - (John Schandelmeier) and you may be asked to disconnect to allow a race operation to take place. It is 1995 Bill Stewart 1995 Buck & Grizzly - (Frank Turner) recommended that media use the school for Internet access. 19 1994 Lavon Barve 1994 (Lavon Barve) Some power outlets will be available for media at the public school. The Fire Hall has a Yukon Quest Champions veryMat orlimited pad: Device power used supply to slow and the will sled, be for raceSled operations bag: A bag only lining as additionalthe sled basket usage to keep Central to Mile 101 couldtypically short a piece curcuit of snow the machine power supply.track the musher’s gear from falling out or getting (approx 282012 miles or 45Hugh km) Neff 9 days, 16 hrs, 59 mins dragged between the sled runners. full of snow. 2011 Dallas Seavey 10 days, 12 hrs, 59 mins Mile 101 Official Checkpoint Fuel is available for purchase at H.C. Company Store (hours may vary). 2010 Hans Gatt 9 days, 0 hrs, 26 mins Mush! Hike! All right! Let’s Go! (and other Snow hook or snow anchor: Heavy piece of 2009 Sebastian Schnuelle 9 days, 23 hrs, 20 mins such expressions) Commands to start the metal, usually with sharpened spikes, This is a small2008 set of cabins,Lance aMackey staging area at Mile 10110 days, on the 12 hrs,Steese 14 mins Highway. It is Fastestteam. time between Eagle and Slaven’s Roadhouseattached to(since the sled 2002): by a Hans line. ItGatt is buried; in an important2007 checkpoint Lance because Mackey it is at the base of10 Eagle days, Summit.2 hrs, 37 mins 16hours, 38mins in 2010. the snow to hold the team and sled for a short 2006 Lance Mackey 10 days, 7 hrs, 47 mins Neck -line: Short line used to connect the stop. There will be two cabins used for the checkpoint; the main cabin will host the main Fastestdog’s collar time to betweenthe gang line. Slaven’s Used to Roadhouse keep and Circle City (since 2002): Zack Steer & 2005 Lance Mackey 11 days, 0 hrs, 32 mins checkpoint area, and the public hangout area. The Communications cabin is off Lancedogs from Mackey; moving 6hours, off to the 37mins side of in the 2010. trail Stake-out line: A long cable or chain with 2004 Hans Gatt 10 days, 17 hrs, 54 mins limits to anyone other than the Mile 101 volunteers, vets and officials. At no time and/or interfering with dogs behind them. shorter pieces of cable or chain extending 2003 Hans Gatt 10 days, 16 hrs, 28 mins will any media be allowed in this cabin. Some modern harness systems do not use with clips to attach to dog collars. Used to 2002 Hans Gatt 11 days, 4 hrs, 22 mins

necklines. While neck-lines must be carried by spread out a dog team during longer rest 2001 Tim Osmar 11 days, 13 hrs, 38 mins all Yukon Quest mushers, their use is optional stops, such as Dawson City. There are no food, cooking or sleeping facilities for media at Mile 101. The only Circle City to Central 2000 Aliy Zirkle 10 days, 22 hrs, 57 mins unless mandated by the Race Marshal or Race kitchen available is in the main cabin, however, it is exclusively for use by the (approx 74 miles or 119 km) 1999 Ramy Brooks 11 days, 8 hrs, 27 mins Judges. Swing or point dog: Dog(s) that run directly Checkpoint. 1998 Bruce Lee 11 days, 11 hrs, 27 mins behind the leader(s). TrailOn-by! Information or Straight-ahead!: There Command is 30 miles used (48 to km) of winding road between Circle City and 1997 Rick Mackey 12 days, 5 hrs, 55 mins Internet: There will be no internet available for media at Mile 101. Connectivity is Central.continue Afterforward. leaving May bethe used banks when of passingthe Yukon River,Team dogMushers: Any dog travel other over than 70 a leader,miles of swing 1996 John Schandelmeier 12 days, 16 hrs, 6 mins limited and will be locked for race operations only. taigaanother and team, frozen directing swamps. a lead At dog Mile NOT 147 to on the Steeseor wheel Highway, dog. teams can be seen as 1995 Frank Turner 10 days, 16 hrs, 20 mins theyturn, ortravel to pass under obstacles the Birch like open Creek water Bridge. or Before arriving in Central, teams can be 1994 Lavon Barve 10 days, 22 hrs, 44 mins There is no power available for media at Mile 101. Only race operations will have viewedrabbits. on the right, toward Arctic Circle Hot Springs.Toggles: Small pieces of ivory or wood, 1993 Charlie Boulding 10 days, 19 hrs, 9 mins access. Please ensure your equipment is fully charged before arriving. traditionally used by Inuit, to fasten tug lines 1992 John Schandelmeier 11 days, 21 hrs, 40 mins Overflow: Water running on top of the ice on to harnesses. Central Official Checkpoint 1991 Charlie Boulding 10 days, 21 hrs, 12 mins a frozen river, lake or stream. A race hazard, There is no fuel available at Mile 101, bring enough fuel to idle your vehicles for Population: 96 1990 Vern Halter 11 days, 17 hrs, 9 mins sometimes referred to as glaciers once they Trail! Request for trail right-of-way; used extended periods of time at cold temperatures. 1989 Jeff King 11 days, 20 hrs, 51 mins freeze. when passing another team. Formerly know as “Central House”, Central was originally built in 1894, after the 1988 David Monson 12 days, 5 hrs, 6 mins Fastest time between Central and Mile 101 (since 2002): discoveryPedaling: Pushing of gold the in thesled Circlewith one Mining foot District. Tug line: The line that connects the dog’s 1987 Bill Cotter 12 days, 4 hrs, 34 mins William Pinkham: 2hours, 57mins in 2008. while the other remains on the runner. harness to the gangline transferring the 1986 Bruce Johnson 14 days, 9 hrs, 17 mins

Central Corner hosts the checkpoint. The roadhousepower and has energy a full menu,of the dog bar, to gas, the sled.small 1985 Joe Runyan 11 days, 11 hrs, 55 mins groceryPoling: Using store cross and-country rooms. ski There poles are (one no or public restrooms available here, please use the 1984 Sonny Lindner 12 days, 0 hrs, 5 mins Mile 101 to Two Rivers porttwo) -toa- pottieshelp push outside the sled the forward. roadhouse. CentralWheel Corner dog generously: Dog(s) that opens pull directly their place in front of of the sled. They typically have a heavier load (approx 40 miles or 64 km) business up to use as the checkpoint. Please be conscious of the space you are Siberian Husky: Medium-sized northern dog and are often the strongest dogs on the team. Veterinarians’ Choice Award occupying and justify it with an appropriate sized purchase for the time you spend at breed recognized by the American and Good wheel dogs will assist the musher in Presented to the musher who demonstrates the best overall care for his or her dogs while one of their tables. Canadian Kennel Clubs. Typically smaller and navigating turns and side-hills. remainingTrail Information competitive: At throughout Mile 24 on the the race. Chena Awarded Hot Springs by the RoadVeterinary the trail Team, runs it nearis a legacy the for faster than Malemutes. road andaspiring Valley mushers Center to is emulatea good location in the humane to see treatmentthe team pass.and care of their team. Rooms are available at the Central Corner, reservationsWhoa! Command are strongly used to recommended halt the team, as theySide hill: do fillA trail up. running Power parallelis available to the through slope Centralaccompanied Corner’s by outlets. heavy pressure on the brake 2012 Kristy Berington 2001 Frank Turner Two Rivers Official Checkpoint (*Mandatory 8 hour layover) of the terrain, causing the sled to slide and/or mat. 2011 Mike Ellis 2000 Dave Olesen

Wirelesssideways downhill.Internet may be available, however it will be limited as race personnel and 2010 Joshua Cadzow 1999 Sepp Herman Two Rivers has been an official checkpoint since 2009. The Official Checkpoint in the communications team will all be using it. Race operations will take priority and you 2009 Michelle Phillips 1998 Dave Olesen 2013 will be located at Mile 53.5 (or so) on the left/north side. may be asked to disconnect to allow a race operation to take place. 2008 Lance Mackey 1997 Ned Cathers

2007 Sebastian Schnuelle 1996 John Schandelmeier The Army National Guard will provide warming shelters/tents for media and race Fastest time between Circle City and Central (since 2002): 2006 William Kleedehn 1995 Don Hibbs personnel. Generator power provides electricity for essential equipment and every Zack Steer; 8hours, 21mins in 2010. 2005 Gerry Willomitzer 1994 John Schandelmeier effort will be made to provide power for computers. 2004 Dave Dalton 1993 Jay Cadzow

2003 Dan Kaduce 1992 Linda Forsberg 2028 2129 2002 Bill Stever Mat or pad: Device used to slow the sled, Sled bag: A bag lining the sled basket to keep Central to Mile 101 typically a piece of snow machine track the musher’s gear from falling out or getting (approx 28 miles or 45 km) dragged between the sled runners. full of snow. Mile 101 Official Checkpoint Mush! Hike! All right! Let’s Go! (and other Snow hook or snow anchor: Heavy piece of such expressions) Commands to start the metal, usually with sharpened spikes, This is a small set of cabins, a staging area at Mile 101 on the Steese Highway. It is team. attached to the sled by a line. It is buried in an important checkpoint because it is at the base of Eagle Summit. the snow to hold the team and sled for a short Neck-line: Short line used to connect the stop. There will be two cabins used for the checkpoint; the main cabin will host the main dog’s collar to the gang line. Used to keep dogs from moving off to the side of the trail Stake-out line: A long cable or chain with checkpoint area, and the public hangout area. The Communications cabin is off and/or interfering with dogs behind them. shorter pieces of cable or chain extending limits to anyone other than the Mile 101 volunteers, vets and officials. At no time Some modern harness systems do not use with clips to attach to dog collars. Used to will any media be allowed in this cabin. necklines. While neck-lines must be carried by spread out a dog team during longer rest all Yukon Quest mushers, their use is optional stops, such as Dawson City. There are no food, cooking or sleeping facilities for media at Mile 101. The only unless mandated by the Race Marshal or Race kitchen available is in the main cabin, however, it is exclusively for use by the Judges. Swing or point dog: Dog(s) that run directly Checkpoint. behind the leader(s). On-by! or Straight-ahead! Command used to Internet: There will be no internet available for media at Mile 101. Connectivity is continue forward. May be used when passing Team dog: Any dog other than a leader, swing another team, directing a lead dog NOT to or wheel dog. limited and will be locked for race operations only. turn, or to pass obstacles like open water or rabbits. Toggles: Small pieces of ivory or wood, There is no power available for media at Mile 101. Only race operations will have traditionally used by Inuit, to fasten tug lines access. Please ensure your equipment is fully charged before arriving. Overflow: Water running on top of the ice on to harnesses. a frozen river, lake or stream. A race hazard, There is no fuel available at Mile 101, bring enough fuel to idle your vehicles for sometimes referred to as glaciers once they Trail! Request for trail right-of-way; used extended periods of time at cold temperatures. freeze. when passing another team.

Fastest time between Central and Mile 101 (since 2002): Pedaling: Pushing the sled with one foot Tug line: The line that connects the dog’s while the other remains on the runner. harness to the gangline transferring the William Pinkham: 2hours, 57mins in 2008. power and energy of the dog to the sled. Poling: Using cross-country ski poles (one or two) to help push the sled forward. Wheel dog: Dog(s) that pull directly in front of Mile 101 to Two Rivers the sled. They typically have a heavier load (approx 40 miles or 64 km) Siberian Husky: Medium-sized northern dog and are often the strongest dogs on the team. breed recognized by the American and Good wheel dogs will assist the musher in Canadian Kennel Clubs. Typically smaller and navigating turns and side-hills. Trail Information: At Mile 24 on the Chena Hot Springs Road the trail runs near the faster than Malemutes. road and Valley Center is a good location to see the team pass. Whoa! Command used to halt the team, Side hill: A trail running parallel to the slope accompanied by heavy pressure on the brake of the terrain, causing the sled to slide and/or mat. Two Rivers Official Checkpoint (*Mandatory 8 hour layover) sideways downhill. Two Rivers has been an official checkpoint since 2009. The Official Checkpoint in 2013 will be located at Mile 53.5 (or so) on the left/north side.

The Army National Guard will provide warming shelters/tents for media and race personnel. Generator power provides electricity for essential equipment and every effort will be made to provide power for computers.

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Internet:2012 A Racewireless Resultnetwork will be available at the checkpoint, but like most remote Glossary of Terms on the Trail communities in Alaska, it is provided via a Satellite provider. Satellite systems can be slowerPlace and easilyPrize bogged downMusher by large downloads and several computers.Total Time dd:hh:mm Alaskan Husky: Any northern-type dog. Food drop: In preparation for a long-distance TypicallyQuick possesses “First”good coat, feet, Facts excellent race, it is the day a couple of weeks before Checkpoint1 food$28,395 is only for mushers,Hugh Neff staff, and volunteers. The Angel Creek09:16:05 Lodge and appetite and a strong desire to pull the race start when dog food, musher food, Chena Hot Springs Resort are nearby and both serve meals during their regular business and supplies for the trail must be handed over 2 $20,280 Allen Moore 09:16:06 Booties: Sock-like footwear to protect dogs’ to the race organization for distribution to the hours. They also offer wireless internet and rooms. First musher to Start the Yukon Quest: Pecos Humphries , 1984 feet. various checkpoints. 3 $16,215 Lance Mackey 09:21:30 First Yukon Quest Champion: Sonny Lindner, 1984 Pleasant Valley Store is located at 23.5 Mile Chena Hot Springs Road and has food, gas BrakeFirst :Woman Heavy metal to Crosstoothed the device Finish used Line: to GanglineLorinna or Mitchell, towline: Main 1984 line that runs and4 diesel for $13,380sale. Jake Berkowitz 09:23:22 stopFirst the Canadian sled. Mushers Yukon step Quest on the Champion: brake, forwardBruce from Johnson, the sled. 1986 Generally made of 5 $11,760 Brent Sass 10:08:15 digging the teeth into the hard-packed trail. polyethylene or nylon. Dogs are connected to First European Yukon Quest Champion: theHans gangline Gatt by, 2002 tug and neck lines. Neck lines 6 $10,545 Joar Leifseth Ulsom 10:09:24 ChuteYoungest: Well -Musherdefined takeoff to Enter area the at the Race: start areJeninne optional, Cathers but must, 1989be carried at all times. line of a sled dog race, as well as at the finish Two Rivers to Fairbanks First Father-Daughter Team: Ned and Jeninne Cathers, 1989 (457 miles or$8,925 72 kilometres) Sonny Lindner 10:09:38 line. Gee!: Command for right turn. First Husband-Wife Team: Linda and Will Forsberg, 1990

8 $7,290 Abbie West 10:15:16 ComeFirst Mothergee! Command-Daughter for a U Team:-turn to the Haw!Connie: Command and Terri for left Freichs turn. , 1990 Trail Information: As mushers near the finish line, the race stays on the Chena River right. from9 the Nordale$6,480 Bridge all theKristy way Berington to just below the Cushman Street Bridge.10:17:33 There are Fastest Winning Time: LeadHans dog Gatt or leader, 2010: Dog(s) that run in front of several spots where the teams can be seen passing, starting with the Wendell Street Come haw! Command for a U-turn to the left. the9 team.days, Generally 0 hours, they 26 minutesare both intelligent Bridge.10 $5,670 David Dalton 11:04:03 Slowest Winning Time: andBruce reliable. Johnson, Most mushers 1986 have several dogs 11 $5,265 Kyla Durham 11:08:19 Dog in a basket: Any dog carried in the sled. in their team capable of leading. City of Fairbanks Official 2011 Finish Population: 31,753 14 days, 9 hours, 17 minutes Fairbanks12 North$4,860 Star Borough:Trent Population: Herbst 100,343 11:15:43 DoubleLongest or Redtandem Lantern hitch: DogsRun: are connected LineTy out!Halvorson, or Stay out! 1988 Command to lead to the gang-line in pairs. dog(s) to pull the gangline straight from the sled.20 Useddays, mostly 9 hours, while 16 hooking minutes and Fairbanks13 is Alaska’s$4,050 second largestGus Guenther city and the Finish for the 2013 Yukon11:19:57 Quest DoubleShortest or tandemRed Lantern leader: Run:Two dogs who lead unhookingBlake Freking the dogs, 2005 into the team. International14 Sled$3,645 Dog Race. ThePaige Yukon Drobny Quest trail near Fairbanks was formerly11:20:17 a freight the team side by side. 12 days, 5 hours, 3 minutes and mail route in the early 1900s. Malamute: A large, heavy northern breed of 15 $3,240 Yuka Honda 12:01:28 DroppedFirst 2-Time dog: A Champion: dog that is officially out of sledCharlie dog suited Boulding for pulling, 1991, heavy 1993 loads, Along with Whitehorse, Yukon, Fairbanks alternates as the Start and Finish in the Yukon the race while the rest of the team continues recognized by the American and Canadian 16 Brian Wilmhurst 12:11:24 First 3-Time Champion: Hans Gatt, 2002, 2003, 2004 Quest International Sled Dog Race. on. Reasons for dropping a dog vary; loss of Kennel Clubs. First 4-Time Champion: Lance Mackey, 2005, 2006, 2007, 17 Misha Pedersen 12:12:21 appetite, females entering heat cycle, minor The checkpoint building for the 2013 race will be the Yukon Quest’s Log Cabin just on injuries, or their expertise in no longer Mandatory2008 gear: Items mushers are required the 18bank of the river near theMarcelle finish line. Fressineau Public & media will be allowed 15:06:11in the upstairs requiredClosest forFinish: the trail ahead. All dropped dogs toHugh carry at Neff all times, beat according Allen Moore to Race across Rules. are examined by Race Veterinarians before Yukon Quest Mandatory Gear includes: area of the Log Cabin. A room downstairs will be available to the media, but there will 19 Michael Telpin 15:06:56 being returned to the musher’s handlers. sleepingthe finish bag, handline byaxe, just snowshoes, 26 seconds dog food in be no Internet access available. There are no public restrooms in this building. Local cooker,2012 .veterinary records, promotional businesses in the downtown area welcome potential customers, and some may offer Easy! Command used to slow down the team. materials, and eight booties for each dog. All theirScratched restrooms. Mushers : Good lead dogs will ease off their pace, and mandatory gear is “checked” at every Musher Location some teams are trained so well that they will checkpoint of the race. Mushers may be Internet:Maren ThereBradley will be Circleno Internet City available for media at the checkpoint. Connectivity is “walk” downhill. penalized if they do not possess all their limited and will be locked for race operations only. Internet is available at nearby cafés mandatory gear. Mike Ellis Central downtownNikolay Ettyne and some hotels.Circle City Jason Weitzel Circle City

Disqualified Mushers: None

Withdrawn Mushers: Kurt Reich 2226 2723

2012 Race Result

Place Prize Musher Total Time dd:hh:mm

1 $28,395 Hugh Neff 09:16:05 Quick “First” Facts

2 $20,280 Allen Moore 09:16:06 First musher to Start the Yukon Quest: Pecos Humphries , 1984 3 $16,215 Lance Mackey 09:21:30 First Yukon Quest Champion: Sonny Lindner, 1984 First Woman to Cross the Finish Line: Lorinna Mitchell, 1984 4 $13,380 Jake Berkowitz 09:23:22 First Canadian Yukon Quest Champion: Bruce Johnson, 1986 5 $11,760 Brent Sass 10:08:15 First European Yukon Quest Champion: Hans Gatt, 2002 6 $10,545 Joar Leifseth Ulsom 10:09:24 Youngest Musher to Enter the Race: Jeninne Cathers, 1989

7 $8,925 Sonny Lindner 10:09:38 First Father-Daughter Team: Ned and Jeninne Cathers, 1989 First Husband-Wife Team: Linda and Will Forsberg, 1990 8 $7,290 Abbie West 10:15:16 First Mother-Daughter Team: Connie and Terri Freichs, 1990 9 $6,480 Kristy Berington 10:17:33 Fastest Winning Time: Hans Gatt, 2010

10 $5,670 David Dalton 11:04:03 9 days, 0 hours, 26 minutes Slowest Winning Time: Bruce Johnson, 1986 11 $5,265 Kyla Durham 11:08:19 14 days, 9 hours, 17 minutes 12 $4,860 Trent Herbst 11:15:43 Longest Red Lantern Run: Ty Halvorson, 1988

13 $4,050 Gus Guenther 11:19:57 20 days, 9 hours, 16 minutes Shortest Red Lantern Run: Blake Freking, 2005 14 $3,645 Paige Drobny 11:20:17 12 days, 5 hours, 3 minutes 15 $3,240 Yuka Honda 12:01:28 First 2-Time Champion: Charlie Boulding, 1991, 1993 16 Brian Wilmhurst 12:11:24 First 3-Time Champion: Hans Gatt, 2002, 2003, 2004 First 4-Time Champion: Lance Mackey, 2005, 2006, 2007, 17 Misha Pedersen 12:12:21 2008 18 Marcelle Fressineau 15:06:11 Closest Finish: Hugh Neff beat Allen Moore across 19 Michael Telpin 15:06:56 the finish line by just 26 seconds in 2012. Scratched Mushers: Musher Location Maren Bradley Circle City Mike Ellis Central Nikolay Ettyne Circle City Jason Weitzel Circle City

Disqualified Mushers: None

Withdrawn Mushers: Kurt Reich 26 23

2013 Race Schedule approximation 2013 Race Schedule approximation Estimated Arrival & Departure Times Based on 2011, 2009 & 2007 race times

Approx Minimum Date & time of arrival Checkpoints/ Miles Mandatory Dog Drops Approxfrom MinimumLayover Date & time of arrival Checkpoints/ last Miles CP 1st Musher arrival last musher depart Mandatory WhitehorseDog Drops from - Sat Feb 2 12:15 Layover 1st Musher arrival last musher depart Braeburn last100 CP ~ 4hrs ~ Sat Feb 2 21:00 Sun Feb 3 12:00

OR Carmacks 77 Sun Feb 3 11:00 Mon Feb 4 12:00 Whitehorse ~ 4hrs ~ - Sat Feb 2 12:15 McCabe Creek 39 Sun Feb 3 15:00 Mon Feb 4 21:00

PellyBraeburn Crossing 10034 ~ 4hrs ~ MonSat FebFeb 24 21:0000:45 TuesSun Feb 35 12:0015:00 Stepping Stone 32 OR Mon Feb 4 10:00 Wed Feb 6 08:30 ScroggieCarmacks Creek 7770 MonSun Feb 34 11:0020:00 ThurMon FebFeb 74 12:0010:00 ~ 4hrs ~ Dawson City 99 ~ 36 hrs ~ Tues Feb 5 15:30 Sat Feb 9 20:30

McCabe40 Mile Creek 3948 ThurSun FebFeb 73 15:0012:45 MonSun FebFeb 104 21:0021:00 PellyEagle Crossing 3499 ~ 4hrs ~ MonFri Feb 84 00:1500:45 Tues FebFeb 125 15:0011:00 Slaven's Cabin 101 Sat Feb 9 07:00 Wed Feb 13 09:30

SteppingCircle CityStone 3258 MonSat Feb 49 10:0022:30 ThurWed FebFeb 146 08:3016:00

Central 74 Sun Feb 10 15:00 Fri Feb 15 14:00 Scroggie Creek 70 Mon Feb 4 20:00 Thur Feb 7 10:00 Mile 101 33 Mon Feb 11 06:30 Sat Feb 16 02:30 Two Rivers Dawson City 9982 ~~ 368 hrshrs ~~ TuesMon FebFeb 115 15:3019:00 SunSat FebFeb 179 20:3003:30 (Mile 53) Fairbanks 65 Tues Feb 12 08:00 - *** Starting40 time Mile differentials (3 min 48between teams) are adjustedThur either in BraeburnFeb or 7Carmacks 12:45 depending onSun the mushers choice.Feb 10 21:00 Eagle 99 ~ 4hrs ~ Fri Feb 8 00:15 Tues Feb 12 11:00 2013 YQ 300 Race Schedule approximation

basedSlaven's on 2011 Cabin race times101 Sat Feb 9 07:00 Wed Feb 13 09:30 Date & time of arrival Approx Minimum basedCheckpoints on 2011 race/ times Circle City mls58 from Mandatory Sat Feb 9 22:30 Thur Feb 14 16:00 Dog Drops 1st Musher arrival last musher depart last ckpts Layover Date & time of arrival Approx Minimum CheckpointsCentral / 74 Sun Feb 10 15:00 Fri Feb 15 14:00 Whitehorse mls -from Mandatory - Sat Feb 2 16:15 Dog Drops 1st Musher arrival last musher depart BraeburnMile 101 last10033 ckpts ~ Layover2 hours ~ MonSun FebFeb 11 3 01:45 06:30 SunSat FebFeb 16 3 20:00 02:30 TwoCarmacks Rivers 77 ~ 6 hours ~ Sun Feb 3 15:00 Tues Feb 5 01:15 Whitehorse 82 - ~ 8 hrs ~ Mon Feb 11 - 19:00 SunSat FebFeb 17 2 16:15 03:30 McCabe(Mile 53)Creek 39 Mon Feb 4 01:00 Tues Feb 5 14:00 PellyFairbanksBraeburn Crossing 1006534 ~ 2 hours ~ TuesMonSun FebFeb 12 43 06:0001:45 08:00 WedSun Feb 63 -03:0020:00 Stepping Stone 32 Mon Feb 4 11:00 Wed Feb 6 17:00 *** Starting time differentials (3 min between teams) are adjusted either in Braeburn or Carmacks depending on the mushers choice. PellyCarmacks Crossing 3277 ~ 6 hours ~ MonSun FebFeb 34 15:0017:30 Tues Feb 5 01:15

McCabe Creek 39 Mon Feb 4 01:00 Tues Feb 5 14:00

Pelly Crossing 34 Mon Feb 4 06:00 Wed Feb 6 03:00

Stepping Stone 32 Mon Feb 4 11:00 Wed Feb 6 17:00

Pelly Crossing 32 Mon Feb 4 17:30 Internet:2012 A Racewireless Resultnetwork will be available at the checkpoint, but like most remote Glossary of Terms on the Trail communities in Alaska, it is provided via a Satellite provider. Satellite systems can be slowerPlace and easilyPrize bogged downMusher by large downloads and several computers.Total Time dd:hh:mm Alaskan Husky: Any northern-type dog. Food drop: In preparation for a long-distance TypicallyQuick possesses “First”good coat, feet, Facts excellent race, it is the day a couple of weeks before Checkpoint1 food$28,395 is only for mushers,Hugh Neff staff, and volunteers. The Angel Creek09:16:05 Lodge and appetite and a strong desire to pull the race start when dog food, musher food, Chena Hot Springs Resort are nearby and both serve meals during their regular business and supplies for the trail must be handed over 2 $20,280 Allen Moore 09:16:06 Booties: Sock-like footwear to protect dogs’ to the race organization for distribution to the hours. They also offer wireless internet and rooms. First musher to Start the Yukon Quest: Pecos Humphries , 1984 feet. various checkpoints. 3 $16,215 Lance Mackey 09:21:30 First Yukon Quest Champion: Sonny Lindner, 1984 Pleasant Valley Store is located at 23.5 Mile Chena Hot Springs Road and has food, gas BrakeFirst :Woman Heavy metal to Crosstoothed the device Finish used Line: to GanglineLorinna or Mitchell, towline: Main 1984 line that runs and4 diesel for $13,380sale. Jake Berkowitz 09:23:22 stopFirst the Canadian sled. Mushers Yukon step Quest on the Champion: brake, forwardBruce from Johnson, the sled. 1986 Generally made of 5 $11,760 Brent Sass 10:08:15 digging the teeth into the hard-packed trail. polyethylene or nylon. Dogs are connected to First European Yukon Quest Champion: theHans gangline Gatt by, 2002 tug and neck lines. Neck lines 6 $10,545 Joar Leifseth Ulsom 10:09:24 ChuteYoungest: Well -Musherdefined takeoff to Enter area the at the Race: start areJeninne optional, Cathers but must, 1989be carried at all times. line of a sled dog race, as well as at the finish Two Rivers to Fairbanks First Father-Daughter Team: Ned and Jeninne Cathers, 1989 (457 miles or$8,925 72 kilometres) Sonny Lindner 10:09:38 line. Gee!: Command for right turn. First Husband-Wife Team: Linda and Will Forsberg, 1990

8 $7,290 Abbie West 10:15:16 ComeFirst Mothergee! Command-Daughter for a U Team:-turn to the Haw!Connie: Command and Terri for left Freichs turn. , 1990 Trail Information: As mushers near the finish line, the race stays on the Chena River right. from9 the Nordale$6,480 Bridge all theKristy way Berington to just below the Cushman Street Bridge.10:17:33 There are Fastest Winning Time: LeadHans dog Gatt or leader, 2010: Dog(s) that run in front of several spots where the teams can be seen passing, starting with the Wendell Street Come haw! Command for a U-turn to the left. the9 team.days, Generally 0 hours, they 26 minutesare both intelligent Bridge.10 $5,670 David Dalton 11:04:03 Slowest Winning Time: andBruce reliable. Johnson, Most mushers 1986 have several dogs 11 $5,265 Kyla Durham 11:08:19 Dog in a basket: Any dog carried in the sled. in their team capable of leading. City of Fairbanks Official 2011 Finish Population: 31,753 14 days, 9 hours, 17 minutes Fairbanks12 North$4,860 Star Borough:Trent Population: Herbst 100,343 11:15:43 DoubleLongest or Redtandem Lantern hitch: DogsRun: are connected LineTy out!Halvorson, or Stay out! 1988 Command to lead to the gang-line in pairs. dog(s) to pull the gangline straight from the sled.20 Useddays, mostly 9 hours, while 16 hooking minutes and Fairbanks13 is Alaska’s$4,050 second largestGus Guenther city and the Finish for the 2013 Yukon11:19:57 Quest DoubleShortest or tandemRed Lantern leader: Run:Two dogs who lead unhookingBlake Freking the dogs, 2005 into the team. International14 Sled$3,645 Dog Race. ThePaige Yukon Drobny Quest trail near Fairbanks was formerly11:20:17 a freight the team side by side. 12 days, 5 hours, 3 minutes and mail route in the early 1900s. Malamute: A large, heavy northern breed of 15 $3,240 Yuka Honda 12:01:28 DroppedFirst 2-Time dog: A Champion: dog that is officially out of sledCharlie dog suited Boulding for pulling, 1991, heavy 1993 loads, Along with Whitehorse, Yukon, Fairbanks alternates as the Start and Finish in the Yukon the race while the rest of the team continues recognized by the American and Canadian 16 Brian Wilmhurst 12:11:24 First 3-Time Champion: Hans Gatt, 2002, 2003, 2004 Quest International Sled Dog Race. on. Reasons for dropping a dog vary; loss of Kennel Clubs. First 4-Time Champion: Lance Mackey, 2005, 2006, 2007, 17 Misha Pedersen 12:12:21 appetite, females entering heat cycle, minor The checkpoint building for the 2013 race will be the Yukon Quest’s Log Cabin just on injuries, or their expertise in no longer Mandatory2008 gear: Items mushers are required the 18bank of the river near theMarcelle finish line. Fressineau Public & media will be allowed 15:06:11in the upstairs requiredClosest forFinish: the trail ahead. All dropped dogs toHugh carry atNeff all times, beat accordingAllen Moore to Race across Rules. are examined by Race Veterinarians before Yukon Quest Mandatory Gear includes: area of the Log Cabin. A room downstairs will be available to the media, but there will 19 Michael Telpin 15:06:56 being returned to the musher’s handlers. sleepingthe finish bag, handline byaxe, just snowshoes, 26 seconds dog food in be no Internet access available. There are no public restrooms in this building. Local cooker,2012 .veterinary records, promotional businesses in the downtown area welcome potential customers, and some may offer Easy! Command used to slow down the team. materials, and eight booties for each dog. All theirScratched restrooms. Mushers : Good lead dogs will ease off their pace, and mandatory gear is “checked” at every Musher Location some teams are trained so well that they will checkpoint of the race. Mushers may be Internet:Maren ThereBradley will be Circleno Internet City available for media at the checkpoint. Connectivity is “walk” downhill. penalized if they do not possess all their limited and will be locked for race operations only. Internet is available at nearby cafés mandatory gear. Mike Ellis Central downtownNikolay Ettyne and some hotels.Circle City Jason Weitzel Circle City

Disqualified Mushers: None

Withdrawn Mushers: Kurt Reich 2622 2327

Internet: A wireless network will be available at the checkpoint, but like most remote Glossary of Terms on the Trail communities in Alaska, it is provided via a Satellite provider. Satellite systems can be slower and easily bogged down by large downloads and several computers. Alaskan Husky: Any northern-type dog. Food drop: In preparation for a long-distance Typically possesses good coat, feet, excellent race, it is the day a couple of weeks before Checkpoint food is only for mushers, staff, and volunteers. The Angel Creek Lodge and appetite and a strong desire to pull the race start when dog food, musher food, Chena Hot Springs Resort are nearby and both serve meals during their regular business and supplies for the trail must be handed over Booties: Sock-like footwear to protect dogs’ to the race organization for distribution to the hours. They also offer wireless internet and rooms. feet. various checkpoints.

Pleasant Valley Store is located at 23.5 Mile Chena Hot Springs Road and has food, gas Brake: Heavy metal toothed device used to Gangline or towline: Main line that runs and diesel for sale. stop the sled. Mushers step on the brake, forward from the sled. Generally made of digging the teeth into the hard-packed trail. polyethylene or nylon. Dogs are connected to the gangline by tug and neck lines. Neck lines Chute: Well-defined takeoff area at the start are optional, but must be carried at all times. Two Rivers to Fairbanks line of a sled dog race, as well as at the finish (45 miles or 72 kilometres) line. Gee!: Command for right turn.

Come gee! Command for a U-turn to the Haw!: Command for left turn. Trail Information: As mushers near the finish line, the race stays on the Chena River right. from the Nordale Bridge all the way to just below the Cushman Street Bridge. There are Lead dog or leader: Dog(s) that run in front of several spots where the teams can be seen passing, starting with the Wendell Street Come haw! Command for a U-turn to the left. the team. Generally they are both intelligent Bridge. and reliable. Most mushers have several dogs Dog in a basket: Any dog carried in the sled. in their team capable of leading. City of Fairbanks Official 2011 Finish Population: 31,753 Fairbanks North Star Borough: Population: 100,343 Double or tandem hitch: Dogs are connected Line out! or Stay out! Command to lead to the gang-line in pairs. dog(s) to pull the gangline straight from the sled. Used mostly while hooking and Fairbanks is Alaska’s second largest city and the Finish for the 2013 Yukon Quest Double or tandem leader: Two dogs who lead unhooking the dogs into the team. International Sled Dog Race. The Yukon Quest trail near Fairbanks was formerly a freight the team side by side. and mail route in the early 1900s. Malamute: A large, heavy northern breed of Dropped dog: A dog that is officially out of sled dog suited for pulling heavy loads, Along with Whitehorse, Yukon, Fairbanks alternates as the Start and Finish in the Yukon the race while the rest of the team continues recognized by the American and Canadian Quest International Sled Dog Race. on. Reasons for dropping a dog vary; loss of Kennel Clubs. appetite, females entering heat cycle, minor The checkpoint building for the 2013 race will be the Yukon Quest’s Log Cabin just on injuries, or their expertise in no longer Mandatory gear: Items mushers are required the bank of the river near the finish line. Public & media will be allowed in the upstairs required for the trail ahead. All dropped dogs to carry at all times, according to Race Rules. are examined by Race Veterinarians before Yukon Quest Mandatory Gear includes: area of the Log Cabin. A room downstairs will be available to the media, but there will being returned to the musher’s handlers. sleeping bag, hand axe, snowshoes, dog food be no Internet access available. There are no public restrooms in this building. Local cooker, veterinary records, promotional businesses in the downtown area welcome potential customers, and some may offer Easy! Command used to slow down the team. materials, and eight booties for each dog. All their restrooms. Good lead dogs will ease off their pace, and mandatory gear is “checked” at every some teams are trained so well that they will checkpoint of the race. Mushers may be Internet: There will be no Internet available for media at the checkpoint. Connectivity is “walk” downhill. penalized if they do not possess all their limited and will be locked for race operations only. Internet is available at nearby cafés mandatory gear. downtown and some hotels.

22 27 Some power outlets will be available for media at the public school. The Fire Hall has a Yukon Quest Champions Matvery or limited pad: Device power used supply to slow and the will sled, be for raceSled operations bag: A bag only lining as additionalthe sled basket usage to keep Central to Mile 101 typicallycould short a piece curcuit of snow the machine power supply.track the musher’s gear from falling out or getting (approx 282012 miles or 45Hugh km) Neff 9 days, 16 hrs, 59 mins dragged between the sled runners. full of snow. 2011 Dallas Seavey 10 days, 12 hrs, 59 mins Mile 101 Official Checkpoint Fuel is available for purchase at H.C. Company Store (hours may vary). 2010 Hans Gatt 9 days, 0 hrs, 26 mins Mush! Hike! All right! Let’s Go! (and other Snow hook or snow anchor: Heavy piece of 2009 Sebastian Schnuelle 9 days, 23 hrs, 20 mins such expressions) Commands to start the metal, usually with sharpened spikes, This is a small2008 set of cabins,Lance a Mackey staging area at Mile 10110 days, on the 12 hrs,Steese 14 mins Highway. It is team.Fastest time between Eagle and Slaven’s Roadhouseattached to(since the sled 2002): by a Hans line. ItGatt is buried; in an important2007 checkpoint Lance because Mackey it is at the base of10 Eagle days, Summit.2 hrs, 37 mins 16hours, 38mins in 2010. the snow to hold the team and sled for a short 2006 Lance Mackey 10 days, 7 hrs, 47 mins Neck -line: Short line used to connect the stop. There will be two cabins used for the checkpoint; the main cabin will host the main dog’sFastest collar time to betweenthe gang line. Slaven’s Used to Roadhouse keep and Circle City (since 2002): Zack Steer & 2005 Lance Mackey 11 days, 0 hrs, 32 mins checkpoint area, and the public hangout area. The Communications cabin is off dogsLance from Mackey; moving 6hours, off to the 37mins side of in the 2010. trail Stake-out line: A long cable or chain with 2004 Hans Gatt 10 days, 17 hrs, 54 mins limits to anyone other than the Mile 101 volunteers, vets and officials. At no time and/or interfering with dogs behind them. shorter pieces of cable or chain extending 2003 Hans Gatt 10 days, 16 hrs, 28 mins will any media be allowed in this cabin. Some modern harness systems do not use with clips to attach to dog collars. Used to 2002 Hans Gatt 11 days, 4 hrs, 22 mins necklines. While neck-lines must be carried by spread out a dog team during longer rest 2001 Tim Osmar 11 days, 13 hrs, 38 mins all Yukon Quest mushers, their use is optional stops, such as Dawson City. There are no food, cooking or sleeping facilities for media at Mile 101. The only Circle City to Central 2000 Aliy Zirkle 10 days, 22 hrs, 57 mins unless mandated by the Race Marshal or Race kitchen available is in the main cabin, however, it is exclusively for use by the (approx 74 miles or 119 km) 1999 Ramy Brooks 11 days, 8 hrs, 27 mins Judges. Swing or point dog: Dog(s) that run directly Checkpoint. 1998 Bruce Lee 11 days, 11 hrs, 27 mins behind the leader(s). OnTrail-by! Information or Straight-ahead!: There Command is 30 miles used (48 to km) of winding road between Circle City and 1997 Rick Mackey 12 days, 5 hrs, 55 mins Internet: There will be no internet available for media at Mile 101. Connectivity is continueCentral. Afterforward. leaving May bethe used banks when of passingthe Yukon River,Team dogMushers: Any dog travel other over than 70 a leader,miles of swing 1996 John Schandelmeier 12 days, 16 hrs, 6 mins limited and will be locked for race operations only. anothertaiga and team, frozen directing swamps. a lead At dog Mile NOT 147 to on the Steeseor wheel Highway, dog. teams can be seen as 1995 Frank Turner 10 days, 16 hrs, 20 mins turn,they ortravel to pass under obstacles the Birch like open Creek water Bridge. or Before arriving in Central, teams can be 1994 Lavon Barve 10 days, 22 hrs, 44 mins There is no power available for media at Mile 101. Only race operations will have rabbits.viewed on the right, toward Arctic Circle Hot Springs.Toggles: Small pieces of ivory or wood, 1993 Charlie Boulding 10 days, 19 hrs, 9 mins access. Please ensure your equipment is fully charged before arriving. traditionally used by Inuit, to fasten tug lines 1992 John Schandelmeier 11 days, 21 hrs, 40 mins Overflow: Water running on top of the ice on to harnesses. Central Official Checkpoint 1991 Charlie Boulding 10 days, 21 hrs, 12 mins a frozen river, lake or stream. A race hazard, There is no fuel available at Mile 101, bring enough fuel to idle your vehicles for Population: 96 1990 Vern Halter 11 days, 17 hrs, 9 mins sometimes referred to as glaciers once they Trail! Request for trail right-of-way; used extended periods of time at cold temperatures. 1989 Jeff King 11 days, 20 hrs, 51 mins freeze. when passing another team. Formerly know as “Central House”, Central was originally built in 1894, after the 1988 David Monson 12 days, 5 hrs, 6 mins Fastest time between Central and Mile 101 (since 2002): Pedalingdiscovery: Pushing of gold the in thesled Circlewith one Mining foot District. Tug line: The line that connects the dog’s 1987 Bill Cotter 12 days, 4 hrs, 34 mins William Pinkham: 2hours, 57mins in 2008. while the other remains on the runner. harness to the gangline transferring the 1986 Bruce Johnson 14 days, 9 hrs, 17 mins

Central Corner hosts the checkpoint. The roadhousepower and has energy a full menu,of the dog bar, to gas, the sled.small 1985 Joe Runyan 11 days, 11 hrs, 55 mins

Polinggrocery: Using store cross and-country rooms. ski There poles are (one no or public restrooms available here, please use the 1984 Sonny Lindner 12 days, 0 hrs, 5 mins Mile 101 to Two Rivers two)port -toa- pottieshelp push outside the sled the forward. roadhouse. CentralWheel Corner dog generously: Dog(s) that opens pull directly their place in front of of the sled. They typically have a heavier load (approx 40 miles or 64 km) business up to use as the checkpoint. Please be conscious of the space you are Siberian Husky: Medium-sized northern dog and are often the strongest dogs on the team. Veterinarians’ Choice Award occupying and justify it with an appropriate sized purchase for the time you spend at breed recognized by the American and Good wheel dogs will assist the musher in Presented to the musher who demonstrates the best overall care for his or her dogs while one of their tables. Canadian Kennel Clubs. Typically smaller and navigating turns and side-hills. remainingTrail Information competitive: At throughout Mile 24 on the the race. Chena Awarded Hot Springs by the Road Veterinary the trail Team, runs it nearis a legacy the for faster than Malemutes. road andaspiring Valley mushers Center to is emulatea good location in the humane to see treatmentthe team pass.and care of their team. Rooms are available at the Central Corner, reservationsWhoa! Command are strongly used to recommended halt the team, as

Sidethey hill: do fillA trail up. running Power parallelis available to the through slope Centralaccompanied Corner’s by outlets. heavy pressure on the brake 2012 Kristy Berington 2001 Frank Turner Two Rivers Official Checkpoint (*Mandatory 8 hour layover) of the terrain, causing the sled to slide and/or mat. 2011 Mike Ellis 2000 Dave Olesen sidewaysWireless downhill.Internet may be available, however it will be limited as race personnel and 2010 Joshua Cadzow 1999 Sepp Herman Two Rivers has been an official checkpoint since 2009. The Official Checkpoint in the communications team will all be using it. Race operations will take priority and you 2009 Michelle Phillips 1998 Dave Olesen 2013 will be located at Mile 53.5 (or so) on the left/north side. may be asked to disconnect to allow a race operation to take place. 2008 Lance Mackey 1997 Ned Cathers

2003 Dan Kaduce 1992 Linda Forsberg 2820 2129 2002 Bill Stever Some power outlets will be available for media at the public school. The Fire Hall has a Yukon Quest Champions very limited power supply and will be for race operations only as additional usage could short curcuit the power supply. 2012 Hugh Neff 9 days, 16 hrs, 59 mins 2011 Dallas Seavey 10 days, 12 hrs, 59 mins Fuel is available for purchase at H.C. Company Store (hours may vary). 2010 Hans Gatt 9 days, 0 hrs, 26 mins 2009 Sebastian Schnuelle 9 days, 23 hrs, 20 mins Fastest time between Eagle and Slaven’s Roadhouse (since 2002): Hans Gatt; 2008 Lance Mackey 10 days, 12 hrs, 14 mins 16hours, 38mins in 2010. 2007 Lance Mackey 10 days, 2 hrs, 37 mins 2006 Lance Mackey 10 days, 7 hrs, 47 mins Fastest time between Slaven’s Roadhouse and Circle City (since 2002): Zack Steer & 2005 Lance Mackey 11 days, 0 hrs, 32 mins Lance Mackey; 6hours, 37mins in 2010. 2004 Hans Gatt 10 days, 17 hrs, 54 mins 2003 Hans Gatt 10 days, 16 hrs, 28 mins 2002 Hans Gatt 11 days, 4 hrs, 22 mins 2001 Tim Osmar 11 days, 13 hrs, 38 mins Circle City to Central 2000 Aliy Zirkle 10 days, 22 hrs, 57 mins (approx 74 miles or 119 km) 1999 Ramy Brooks 11 days, 8 hrs, 27 mins 1998 Bruce Lee 11 days, 11 hrs, 27 mins Trail Information: There is 30 miles (48 km) of winding road between Circle City and 1997 Rick Mackey 12 days, 5 hrs, 55 mins Central. After leaving the banks of the Yukon River, Mushers travel over 70 miles of 1996 John Schandelmeier 12 days, 16 hrs, 6 mins taiga and frozen swamps. At Mile 147 on the Steese Highway, teams can be seen as 1995 Frank Turner 10 days, 16 hrs, 20 mins they travel under the Birch Creek Bridge. Before arriving in Central, teams can be 1994 Lavon Barve 10 days, 22 hrs, 44 mins viewed on the right, toward Arctic Circle Hot Springs. 1993 Charlie Boulding 10 days, 19 hrs, 9 mins 1992 John Schandelmeier 11 days, 21 hrs, 40 mins Central Official Checkpoint 1991 Charlie Boulding 10 days, 21 hrs, 12 mins Population: 96 1990 Vern Halter 11 days, 17 hrs, 9 mins 1989 Jeff King 11 days, 20 hrs, 51 mins Formerly know as “Central House”, Central was originally built in 1894, after the 1988 David Monson 12 days, 5 hrs, 6 mins discovery of gold in the Circle Mining District. 1987 Bill Cotter 12 days, 4 hrs, 34 mins 1986 Bruce Johnson 14 days, 9 hrs, 17 mins Central Corner hosts the checkpoint. The roadhouse has a full menu, bar, gas, small 1985 Joe Runyan 11 days, 11 hrs, 55 mins grocery store and rooms. There are no public restrooms available here, please use the 1984 Sonny Lindner 12 days, 0 hrs, 5 mins port-a-potties outside the roadhouse. Central Corner generously opens their place of business up to use as the checkpoint. Please be conscious of the space you are Veterinarians’ Choice Award occupying and justify it with an appropriate sized purchase for the time you spend at Presented to the musher who demonstrates the best overall care for his or her dogs while one of their tables. remaining competitive throughout the race. Awarded by the Veterinary Team, it is a legacy for

aspiring mushers to emulate in the humane treatment and care of their team. Rooms are available at the Central Corner, reservations are strongly recommended as they do fill up. Power is available through Central Corner’s outlets. 2012 Kristy Berington 2001 Frank Turner 2011 Mike Ellis 2000 Dave Olesen Wireless Internet may be available, however it will be limited as race personnel and 2010 Joshua Cadzow 1999 Sepp Herman the communications team will all be using it. Race operations will take priority and you 2009 Michelle Phillips 1998 Dave Olesen may be asked to disconnect to allow a race operation to take place. 2008 Lance Mackey 1997 Ned Cathers 2007 Sebastian Schnuelle 1996 John Schandelmeier Fastest time between Circle City and Central (since 2002): 2006 William Kleedehn 1995 Don Hibbs Zack Steer; 8hours, 21mins in 2010. 2005 Gerry Willomitzer 1994 John Schandelmeier 2004 Dave Dalton 1993 Jay Cadzow 2003 Dan Kaduce 1992 Linda Forsberg 20 2002 Bill Stever 29 Dawson Award Challenge of the North Award SportsmanshipEagle to Circle Award City Red Lantern Award AwardedDawson to the first City musher to into Eagle Dawson City Presented to the musher who best exemplifies Presented(159 miles to the ormusher 256 km)exhibiting the Presented to the last official finisher. who(147 then miles goes on or to 237 complete km) the race. The the “Spirit of the Yukon Quest” - a spirit that best sportsmanship along the trail. The prize is 4 ounces of Klondike placer gold. compels one to challenge the country and win. Trail Information: View this section by air. Approximately half-way between Eagle Trail Information: From Dawson City, it is 50 miles (80 km) down the Yukon River to selection is made by their fellow 2012 Michael Telpin Awarded by the Race Marshal and Judges. and Circle City (the next checkpoint), teams travel past the cabin of Charlie 2012the historicAllen Mooretown site of Forty Mile, at the confluence of the Fortymile and Yukon mushers. 2011 Hank DeBruin Biederman who delivered mail by dog sled with his brother Adolphe between Circle 2011Rivers. KenTeams Anderson travel up the Fortymile River valley2012 to joinMichael the TelpinTaylor Highway, which is 2010 Jocelyne LeBlanc and Eagle. The trail follows the flat, sometimes soft and sometimes icy Yukon River 2010closed Hansin winter, Gatt before climbing to the top of2011 American Kelley Summit. Griffin From there, it is 2012 Paige Drobny 2009 Iris Wood Sutton towardMike Circle Ellis, City. Allen Moore & 2009another William 18 miles Kleedehn to Eagle. 2010 Jocelyne LeBlanc 2008 Kyla Boivin 2011 Brent Sass 2008 Lance Mackey 2009 Newton Marshall 2007 Bob McAlpin 2010Slaven’s Sonny Roadhouse Lindner Dog Drop 2007The BorderLance: MackeyIt is on this leg of the Race trail that2008 Yukon Brent Quest Sass mushers cross the US- 2006 Regina Wycoff 2009No roadBrent access, Sass no power, no internet, no accommodations, no fuel, no food. 2006Canada Lance border. Mackey Any media travelling to Eagle2007 from DawsonMike Jayne City MUST clear US 2005 Blake Freking 2008 Kelley Griffin 2005Customs Hugh upon Neff arrival. 2006 Regina Wycoff 2004 Tom Benson 2007Slaven’s Sebastian Roadhouse Schnuelle (now operated by the U.S. National Parks Service) is located in 2004 Hans Gatt 2005 William Kleedehn 2003 Paul Geoffrion 2006the YukonWayne-Charley Hall Rivers National Preserve. Only accessible in winter by dog sled, Eagle Official Checkpoint (*Mandatory 4 hour2004 layover) Marcel Marin 2003 Hans Gatt snow machine or air, the Roadhouse provides a2002 warm andWayne quiet Hall reprieve for Yukon Population: 87 2003 Frank Turner 2005 Ed Hopkins 2002 Peter Butteri Quest mushers. It serves as an official Dog Drop2001 and is staffedBruce Milne by NPS employees who 2002 Wayne Hall 2004 Thomas Tetz 2001 Tim Osmar volunteer their time as well as a Yukon Quest Veterinarian2000 Deborah and Race Bicknell Judge. Permits to There is no road access to Eagle in the winter.2001 The townJoran of Freeman Eagle, perched upon a 2003 John Schandelmeier 2000 Jack Berry film in this area are required. 1999 Peter Ledwidge level gravel bench above the Yukon River, is only2000 accessibleHugh Neff in wintertime by air, 2002 Jim Hendrick 1999 Ramy Brooks 1998 Brian O’Donoghue snowmobile or dog team. 1999 Aliy Zirkle 2001 Cor Guimond 1998 Andre Nadeau Travel to this area is not recommended without1997 a guide Raidor previous Zielinski experience. Be 1998 Thomas Tetz 2000 Rusty Hagen 1997 John Schandelmeier prepared to provide your own outdoor sleeping1996 amenities Stan and Nijootli food and prepare for The checkpoint is at the Old Schoolhouse, a small building centrally located. 1999 Jack Berry 1996 John Schandelmeier 1997 David O'Farrell very cold temperatures. Weather is often a factor1995 and youDieter may Zimgibi be stranded. The race 1998 Rusty Hagen 1995 Larry Smith 1996 Doug Harris assumes no responsibility for any media travel. 1994All supplies Barry have Emmett to be flown into The Eagle School is allowing race personnel and media to sleep at the school on a 1997 John Schandelmeier 1994 Kathy Swenson 1995 Larry Smith Slaven’s Roadhouse before the race starts and food1993 is carefullyJeff Currey calculated for the pay-per-night basis. Price is to be confirmed for 2013. The Student Council will be 1996 Mark May 1993 Charlie Boulding 1994 Cor Guimond volunteers’ duration of stay. There are no provisions1992 forGeorge sleeping Cook indoors III nor extra selling concessions at breakfast and dinner, and sack lunches. To minimize disruption 1995 Jay Cadzow 1992 John Schandelmeier 1993 Jeff Mann food outside of volunteer food. to students we will utilize floor space in the gymnasium or an equipment room, 1994 John Barron 1991 Beat Korner

1999Lance Mackey;Carrie Farr 22hours, 41mins in 2010. 1999 Pretty Boy - (Ramy Brooks) 1998 Andre Nadeau 1998 Clovis - (Bruce Lee) A wireless network may be available, but like most remote communities in Alaska, it is 1997 Keizo Funatsu 1997 (Rick Mackey) provided via a Satellite provider. Satellite systems can be slower and easily bogged down by large downloads and several computers. Race operations will take priority 1996 Rick Mackey 1996 Gin Gin - (John Schandelmeier) and you may be asked to disconnect to allow a race operation to take place. It is 1995 Bill Stewart 1995 Buck & Grizzly - (Frank Turner) 18 recommended that media use the school for Internet access. 31 19 1994 Lavon Barve 1994 (Lavon Barve) Dawson City to Eagle Sportsmanship Award Red Lantern Award (147 miles or 237 km) Presented to the musher exhibiting the Presented to the last official finisher. best sportsmanship along the trail. The Trail Information: From Dawson City, it is 50 miles (80 km) down the Yukon River to selection is made by their fellow 2012 Michael Telpin the historic town site of Forty Mile, at the confluence of the Fortymile and Yukon mushers. 2011 Hank DeBruin Rivers. Teams travel up the Fortymile River valley to join the Taylor Highway, which is 2010 Jocelyne LeBlanc closed in winter, before climbing to the top of American Summit. From there, it is 2012 Paige Drobny 2009 Iris Wood Sutton Mike Ellis, Allen Moore & another 18 miles to Eagle. 2008 Kyla Boivin 2011 Brent Sass 2007 Bob McAlpin 2010 Sonny Lindner The Border: It is on this leg of the Race trail that Yukon Quest mushers cross the US- 2006 Regina Wycoff 2009 Brent Sass Canada border. Any media travelling to Eagle from Dawson City MUST clear US 2005 Blake Freking 2008 Kelley Griffin Customs upon arrival. 2004 Tom Benson 2007 Sebastian Schnuelle 2003 Paul Geoffrion 2006 Wayne Hall Eagle Official Checkpoint (*Mandatory 4 hour layover) 2002 Wayne Hall 2005 Ed Hopkins Population: 87 2001 Bruce Milne 2004 Thomas Tetz 2000 Deborah Bicknell 2003 John Schandelmeier There is no road access to Eagle in the winter. The town of Eagle, perched upon a 1999 Peter Ledwidge 2002 Jim Hendrick level gravel bench above the Yukon River, is only accessible in wintertime by air, 1998 Brian O’Donoghue snowmobile or dog team. 2001 Cor Guimond 2000 Rusty Hagen 1997 Raid Zielinski 1996 Stan Nijootli The checkpoint is at the Old Schoolhouse, a small building centrally located. 1999 Jack Berry 1995 Dieter Zimgibi 1998 Rusty Hagen 1994 Barry Emmett The Eagle School is allowing race personnel and media to sleep at the school on a 1997 John Schandelmeier 1993 Jeff Currey pay-per-night basis. Price is to be confirmed for 2013. The Student Council will be 1996 Mark May 1992 George Cook III selling concessions at breakfast and dinner, and sack lunches. To minimize disruption 1995 Jay Cadzow to students we will utilize floor space in the gymnasium or an equipment room, 1994 John Barron 1991 Beat Korner dependent on their schedule. 1993 John Gourley 1990 Esa Ekdahl 1992 Tim Mowry 1989 Peter Butteri The food at the checkpoint is off-limits to anyone except mushers & local checkpoint 1986 Don Glassburn 1988 Ty Halvorson volunteers. There are some groceries available at the Eagle Trading Company. 1985 Joe May 1987 Allen Dennis 1986 Michael Schwandt Internet: Wireless Internet is provided at the local public library 24hrs/day during the 1985 Jim Bridges race. This is a public library and locals use it on a daily basis. The floor space between the book shelves is not for media sleeping.

Power Supply: Sufficient power supply is also provided at the local public library.

Fuel: Fuel is available for purchase at two places in Eagle, at Telegraph Hill Services (run by Bo), the gas station just outside of town, as well as at the Eagle Trading Company along the river.

Fastest time between Dawson City and Eagle (since 2002): Lance Mackey; 22hours, 41mins in 2010.

18 31 Mushers’ Statistics Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings YearMcCabe Placing Creek DogTime Drop (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings ThereBoivin, is Kyla no -road Whitehorse, access or YT services for mediaBuetow,. There is Eric no -internet Two Rivers, connection. AK Travel Abrahamson, Ed - Kenai peninsula, AK Barrand, Cindy - Juneau, AK to2001 this area is not18 recommended14:20:18 without a guide1985 or previous15 experience. 12:16:50 Be 1997The Kruse family’s15 homestead15:13:34 on$1,500 the Yukon River2010 provides 16northern 11:10:12 hospitality to the prepared2003 to provide15 your13:06:30 own outdoor$1,500 sleeping Burmeister, amenities Aaron and - food Nenana, and AKprepare for 1999teams and race17 followers.14:02:22 This family graciouslyBarron, opens John their - Sheep shop Creek, to host AK this dog very2004 cold temperatures.S Weather is often a factor2007 and you may5 be stranded.11:01:10 The$12,500 race Adam,drop. Ross The food- Grande here Prairie. is limited AB and prepared for1994 mushers & 11race personnel.11:19:21 Please$2,560 do assumes2006 no responsibilityS for any media travel.Buser, Martin - Big Lake, AK 1995not help yourself12 to 14:11:00this buffet style set up, itBarve, is not Lavon meant - Wasilla,for the generalAK public and 2007 20 14:07:50 2009 4 10:09:40 $15,000 Adams,media. Kiara There - Mt. are Lorne, no sleeping YT facilities here for1994 media. 1 10:22:44 $20,000 All2008 supplies have15 to be14:04:17 flown into Scroggie$4,000 beforeButcher, the Eric race - Fairbanks,starts and AK food is carefully 2006 S Baureis, Bruno - Gakona, AK calculated2009 for theS volunteers’ duration of stay.2004 There are no15 provisions 13:13:17 for sleeping $1,500 2007There is no accessS by vehicle into the McCabe2000 Creek Dog DropS from the highway. The indoorsBorden, Ednor - extraKenai, food AK outside of volunteer food.2006 S Adkins,walk in Daryle is approximately - Trapper Creek. 20 minutes. AK 2002 21 14:00:34 1986 S Butteri, Peter - Tok, AK 1984 S 2005 S DawsonBoulding, City Charlie Official - Manley, Checkpoint AK and 36-Hour1989 Mandatory Layover31 16:23:34 Aldrich,Pelly Crossing Ron - Willow, Official AK Checkpoint Bearup, Stan - North Pole, AK Population:1989 1,94711 13:04:52 $1,550 1990 S 1984Population: 33213 13:12:48 $700 1985 26 15:17:59 1990 10 12:19:36 $1,750 1991 16 13:07:35 $850 1990 S Beattie, Richie - Two Rivers, AK Dawson1991 City was1 the final10:21:12 destination $25,000 for over 1992 100,000 stampeders7 12:14:42during the short$3,040- Allen,Pelly Diane Crossing - Whitehorse, is home to YT the Selkirk First Nation2006 of Northern9 Tutchone 12:02:06 people and$3,700 lived,1992 but world3 famous, 12:01:38 Klondike $15,202Gold Rush 1993of the late 1890s.S 2002following the Scompletion of the North Klondike2007 Highway in16 1942, most13:00:43 of the 1993 1 10:19:09 $25,000 1994 5 11:03:27 $6,400 Amundsen,inhabitants Suzan of nearby - Two FortRivers, Selkirk AK relocated toBeisch, Pelly Crossing.Benedikt - Nenana, AK InBourassa, its heyday, Daniel Dawson - Lanoraie, City boastedQC a population1996 of 40,000. It7 was called13:05:56 “Paris of $4,000the 1994 21 15:08:47 2007 17 13:06:02 North”1991 and wasS the largest metropolis on the1999 North American3 continent11:18:41 north of$18,000 San 1996Fort Selkirk is13 the oldest15:02:52 known and$1,250 perhaps Bennett,most historically Braden - significantWhitehorse, permanent YT Francisco2005 and westS of Winnipeg. 2000 2 11:05:45 $24,000 2002settlement in24 the Yukon.14:09:40 2002 20 13:23:53 Bouton, Jeff - Fairbanks, AK Bybee, Russ - Willow, AK Anderson, John - Willow, AK Bennett, Jim - Fairbanks, AK The1992 checkpoint 17 is located16:01:00 in the Dawson$800 City 2006 Visitors Center onS Front Street. Inside 1989The Checkpoint25 is housed15:03:19 in the community center.1985 A community25 concession15:07:03 called the1993 checkpoint thereS will be a local food concession2007 fundraiser13 that 12:04:46is hosted by the$5,000 Anderson,the Questaurant Ken - Fairbanks, is provided AK by the community1988 (hours TBA). SWi -Fi is available. There organizersBowers, Doug of the- Nenana, Percy AKDeWolfe Dog Sled Race.2009 There are manyS other local 2008are groceries,2 rooms 10:12:29 & gas available $25,000 at SelkirkBenson, Grocery Tom just - Dubois,as you comeWY into town. restaurants1991 around12 town,12:00:34 as well as$1,500 several groceryCadzow, stores Clifton and - Fort gas/service Yukon, AK stations. 2010 5 9:14:52 $11,760 2002 25 14:09:48 TheBowers, hotels Pete in -town Fairbanks, tend toAK book up during the1988 Yukon Quest, Sso be sure to make 2011 3 10:14;24 $16,215 1985 24 15:02:32 Cadzow, Jay - Fort Yukon, AK 2004 20 14:04:09 R Lantern reservations early. Andreonne, Tony - France Boyce, Rod –Two Rivers, AK 1993 5 11:07:11 $8,000 2007 19 13:14:01 1986Pelly Crossing14 14:19:57 to Dawson $600 City 2004 S 1994 S Berry, Jack - Homer, AK The Dawson City dog staging area – the Yukon River government campground – may Aplustill,(201 miles George or -323 Fairbanks, km) AK 2006 S 1995 3 10:18:39 $8,000 1992 13 14:05:40 $1,317 have “open” hours, designated by the Race Marshal. Unless authorized, vehicles are 1993 S Bradley, Maren - Carcross, YT 1997 S 1999 8 12:09:54 $4,200 not permitted in the campground. Visitors must park at the campground entrance. 1994 S 2012 S Cadzow, Josh - Fort Yukon, AK Trail Information: The only trail viewing is from2000 the air. Teams5 will 11:04:06travel down the$8,000 Asbury, Terry - Healy, AK Braun, Trevor - Mendenhall, YT 2009 S Pelly River to Stepping Stone, a hospitality stop2001 approximately S 35 miles from Pelly Fastest time between Pelly Crossing and Stepping Stone (since 2002 and not 1997 S 1997 16 15:13:38 2010 7 10:00:09 $8,925 Crossing. Teams then climb through the Black2002 Hills until theyS reach the remote including 2006 when the race was rerouted to Finish in Dawson City): Frank Turner; 2002 S 2004 S 2011 S Scroggie Creek dog drop 99 miles (159 km) from2004 Pelly Crossing.S From there, the trail 3hours, 48mins in 2004 – 3 minutes faster than Lance Mackey would do it in 2006. 2004 S Bridges, Jim - Wasilla, AK Cameron, Scott - Palmer, AK follows mining roads towards Dawson City. TheBey, trail Kirsten then - climbsNome, AK4,002 -foot King Atkinson, Rick - Bettles, AK 1985 28 18:14:17 R Lantern 1989 28 15:17:21 Solomon’s Dome before descending to Dawson2001 City. S Fastest time between Stepping Stone and Scroggie Creek (since 2002 and not 1985 2 11:12:15 $10,000 1986 S Bicknell, Deborah - Auke Bay, AK including 2006 when the race was rerouted toCapot Finish-Blanc, in Dawson Adolphus City): - Ft. Lance Nelson, Mackey; BC 1987 5 12:06:25 $3,300 Bright, Bob - Watersmeet, MI Scroggie Creek Dog Drop 8hours, 23mins in 2006. 1986 18 15:01:50 1988 4 13:04:22 $7,000 2000 21 15:05:50 R Lantern 1988 S 1988 S Bailey, Jodi - Chatanika, AK 2002 S 1989 S An abandoned cabin on the shore of the Stewart River lies dormant except during the Fastest time between Scroggie Creek and Dawson1997 City (since12 2002 14:01:41and not including 2011 7 12:06:51 $8,925 2003 S Britten, Jean-denis - Whitehorse, YT Yukon Quest. 2006 when the race was rerouted to Finish inCarroll, Dawson Dave City): - Willow, Lance AKMackey; 11hours, Ballard, John - Salcha, AK Blanford, Tony - Fairbanks, AK 2008 9 12:04:57 $8,000 42mins in 2010. 1990 S 1988 29 20:06:26 1998 S 2009 S Carroll, George - Fairbanks, AK Barb, Steve - Healy, AK 1999 19 14:02:38 Brockman, Shannon - Nenana, AK 2000 18 14:06:51 1989 24 14:19:07 2000 15 12:09:35 $1,500 2002 10 11:23:36 $3,300 2002 S Barnum, Dick - Fairbanks, AK Boily, Marc - Nome, AK Brooks, Ramy - Fairbanks, AK 1989 26 15:04:41 1987 9 13:07:09 $1,20016 1993 15 12:21:50 $2,400 1733 1999 1 11:08:27 $30,000 Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings McCabe Creek Dog Drop Boivin, Kyla - Whitehorse, YT Buetow, Eric - Two Rivers, AK 2001 18 14:20:18 1985 15 12:16:50 The Kruse family’s homestead on the Yukon River provides northern hospitality to the 2003 15 13:06:30 $1,500 Burmeister, Aaron - Nenana, AK teams and race followers. This family graciously opens their shop to host this dog 2004 S 2007 5 11:01:10 $12,500 drop. The food here is limited and prepared for mushers & race personnel. Please do 2006 S Buser, Martin - Big Lake, AK not help yourself to this buffet style set up, it is not meant for the general public and 2007 20 14:07:50 2009 4 10:09:40 $15,000 media. There are no sleeping facilities here for media. 2008 15 14:04:17 $4,000 Butcher, Eric - Fairbanks, AK 2009 S 2004 15 13:13:17 $1,500 There is no access by vehicle into the McCabe Creek Dog Drop from the highway. The Borden, Ed - Kenai, AK 2006 S walk in is approximately 20 minutes. 1986 S Butteri, Peter - Tok, AK Boulding, Charlie - Manley, AK 1989 31 16:23:34 Pelly Crossing Official Checkpoint 1989 11 13:04:52 $1,550 1990 S Population: 332 1990 10 12:19:36 $1,750 1991 16 13:07:35 $850 1991 1 10:21:12 $25,000 1992 7 12:14:42 $3,040 Pelly Crossing is home to the Selkirk First Nation of Northern Tutchone people and 1992 3 12:01:38 $15,202 1993 S following the completion of the North Klondike Highway in 1942, most of the 1993 1 10:19:09 $25,000 1994 5 11:03:27 $6,400 inhabitants of nearby Fort Selkirk relocated to Pelly Crossing. Bourassa, Daniel - Lanoraie, QC 1996 7 13:05:56 $4,000 1991 S 1999 3 11:18:41 $18,000 Fort Selkirk is the oldest known and perhaps most historically significant permanent 2005 S 2000 2 11:05:45 $24,000 settlement in the Yukon. Bouton, Jeff - Fairbanks, AK Bybee, Russ - Willow, AK 1992 17 16:01:00 $800 2006 S The Checkpoint is housed in the community center. A community concession called 1993 S 2007 13 12:04:46 $5,000 the Questaurant is provided by the community (hours TBA). Wi-Fi is available. There Bowers, Doug - Nenana, AK 2009 S are groceries, rooms & gas available at Selkirk Grocery just as you come into town. 1991 12 12:00:34 $1,500 Cadzow, Clifton - Fort Yukon, AK Bowers, Pete - Fairbanks, AK 1988 S 1985 24 15:02:32 Cadzow, Jay - Fort Yukon, AK Boyce, Rod –Two Rivers, AK 1993 5 11:07:11 $8,000 Pelly Crossing to Dawson City 2004 S 1994 S (201 miles or 323 km) 2006 S 1995 3 10:18:39 $8,000 Bradley, Maren - Carcross, YT 1997 S Trail Information: The only trail viewing is from the air. Teams will travel down the 2012 S Cadzow, Josh - Fort Yukon, AK Pelly River to Stepping Stone, a hospitality stop approximately 35 miles from Pelly Braun, Trevor - Mendenhall, YT 2009 S Crossing. Teams then climb through the Black Hills until they reach the remote 1997 16 15:13:38 2010 7 10:00:09 $8,925 Scroggie Creek dog drop 99 miles (159 km) from Pelly Crossing. From there, the trail 2004 S 2011 S follows mining roads towards Dawson City. The trail then climbs 4,002-foot King Bridges, Jim - Wasilla, AK Cameron, Scott - Palmer, AK Solomon’s Dome before descending to Dawson City. 1985 28 18:14:17 R Lantern 1989 28 15:17:21 1986 S Capot-Blanc, Adolphus - Ft. Nelson, BC Scroggie Creek Dog Drop Bright, Bob - Watersmeet, MI 1986 18 15:01:50 1988 S 1988 S An abandoned cabin on the shore of the Stewart River lies dormant except during the 1989 S 1997 12 14:01:41 Yukon Quest. Britten, Jean-denis - Whitehorse, YT Carroll, Dave - Willow, AK 2008 9 12:04:57 $8,000 1990 S 2009 S Carroll, George - Fairbanks, AK Brockman, Shannon - Nenana, AK 2000 18 14:06:51 2002 10 11:23:36 $3,300 2002 S Brooks, Ramy - Fairbanks, AK 16 1993 15 12:21:50 $2,400 33 1999 1 11:08:27 $30,000 Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Carroll, Larry - Willow, AKThe Yukon QuestCosgrove, Trail Bruce - Fairbanks, AK BraeburnDavis, Katie - Olney, to MTCarmacks Ericson, Nick - Fairbanks, AK 1998- Checkpoints, 15 13:00:11 Dog $1,500Drops and1994 FascinatingS Facts - (772010 miles or 12420 km)12:12:07 1984 19 15:08:11 1999 7 12:07:26 $5,000 Cotter, Bill - Nenana, AK Dennis, Allen - Salcha, AK 1985 17 12:23:07 2000 12 11:23:27 $2,500 1984 3 12:05:40 $5,000 Trail1987 Information21 : The15:15:17 trail leaves R Lantern Braeburn 1989 Lodge and crosses12 the13:05:40 North Klondike$1,350 Whitehorse2002 S Official 2013 Start1985 5 11:15:23 $4,400 Highway.1988 ApproximatelyS 15 miles from BraeburnEstey, Julieare Coghlan - Fairbanks, Lake AK and the Chain Casavant, Normand - Quebec 1986 6 14:11:50 $2,400 Lakes1993 area includingS Frank and Mandanna Lakes.2008 S Population:2009 approximately10 11:15:02 27,322$5,000 1987 1 12:04:34 $15,000 2011 S Ettyne, Nikolay - Russia The2010 Yukon Quest10 race10:10:20 Start line will$5,670 take place2008 at Shipyards 14 Park in 13:20:40Whitehorse. $4,500 CloserDolif, Dieter to Carmacks - Two Rivers,, the trail AK follows narrow2012 trails, creeks withS overflow, and Cathers, Jeninne - Whitehorse, YT Craig, Glen - Nenana, AK generally1996 unevenS terrain as it runs towards Farr,the Yukon Carrie -River. Tanana, AK Whitehorse1989 developed27 15:13:13 during the Klondike Gold1985 Rush as a transportationS hub. 1998 S 1999 13 13:04:21 $2,100 Situated1990 at the18 head of14:01:41 navigable waters on theCurrey, Yukon Jeff River, - Fairbanks, it was AKan important Carmacks2000 OfficialS Checkpoint (*possible layover)2000 - Population:8 52112:10:19 $4,200 stop1991 on the journeyS to the gold fields. 1993 25 17:02:37 R Lantern Donaldson, Don - Delta Jct, AK 2002 9 11:22:49 $3,700 1992 15 14:16:34 $912 1994 S *Note:1987 the 201319 Yukon15:08:22 Quest Official Rules Fisher,require Jeff a mandatory - Cantwell, 4AK hour stop at 1993 22 13:07:28 Curtis, Wayne - Wasilla, AK either1988 BraeburnS or Carmacks, musher’s choice.1988 25 17:14:13 1996 10 14:01:40 $2,500 1999 18 14:02:22 Doval, Patricia - College, AK 1989 29 15:17:49 Cathers, Ned - Whitehorse, YT Dalton, David - Healy, AK Carmacks1985 gets18 its name13:16:10 from George CarmackFitzhugh,, one of Charlotte the men - College,credited AK with Whitehorse1988 19 to15:09:42 Braeburn 1988 21 15:23:01 makingDrobny, thePaige gold - Fairbanks, strike at AKRabbit Creek (renamed1989 Bonanza SCreek), near Dawson (100 1989 miles or15 161 km)13:11:15 $750 1990 16 13:16:03 City,2012 that unleashed14 the11:19:44 Klondike $3,645gold rush Fleck,in 1896. Peter Before - England that, he discovered 1990 11 12:20:12 $1,550 1991 10 11:21:00 $1,900 coalDuggar, in and Ty - around Nenana, Carmacks AK and this, his home,2010 became18 a trading12:02:13 post – Trail1991 InformationS : The trail follows the Yukon1992 River for approximatelyS 15 miles and Carmack’s1987 Post.S Fliris, Bill - Tanana, AK teams1992 follow the14 trail14:07:40 under the North$1,114 Klondike 1993 Highway via Sthe Takhini River Duncan, Heath - Soldotna, AK 1986 22 16:06:06 Bridge.1993 The trail14 then 12:19:56runs on the $2,600old Dawson 1994 Overland Trail,18 today 12:20:50 part of the $1,680 Carmacks1989 is located19 at14:06:27 the confluence of theForan, Yukon Ed and - Nenana, Nordenskiold AK Rivers. It lies Trans1994 Canada Trail.S Teams can be seen following1996 the trail under14 the15:06:31 Takhini River$1,000 112Dunlap, miles Rick (180 - Fairbanks, km) north AK of Whitehorse on1986 the North Klondike7 Highway.14:11:52 $1,900 Bridge,1995 at kilometerS 4.5 of the North Klondike1997 Highway (Mayo7 Road).12:23:32 $5,000 1985 12 12:12:06 $800 Forsberg, Linda - Denali Park, AK 1997 8 13:02:28 $4,200 1998 11 12:06:44 $2,900 TheDurham, checkpoint Kyla - Dawson is set up City, in theYT community center,1989 and a local8 food13:03:06 concession $2,250 is Braeburn1998 OfficialS Checkpoint (*possible layover)1999 14 13:04:51 $1,800 available2011 inside.11 Parking13:01:53 is limited, $5,265 and the community1990 asks5 that 12:11:16you park towards$5,000 Charley, Lena - Gakona, AK 2000 S the2012 back of the11 parking 11:07:46 lot here. Sleeping$5,265 arrangements1991 can5 be made11:11:40 with the$6,500 *Note:1985 the 2013S Yukon Quest Official Rules require2001 a mandatory13 4 hour12:16:45 stop at $2,100 CarmacksEkdahl, Esa Hotel. - Whitehorse, There are YT two service stations1992 in town and4 one 12:01:45restaurant. $10,135 eitherChisholm, Braeburn Bill - Two or Carmacks Rivers, AK, musher’s choice.2002 S Wireless1990 Internet26 is available16:11:03 in R the Lantern main area1993 of the checkpoint.4 10:23:11 Floor space $10,000 within 1993 9 11:19:23 $3,700 2004 3 11:12:48 $18,000 theElliott, checkpoint Mark - Dawson is for race City, personnel,YT volunteers1994 & handlers.3 Please11:01:33 respect $12,000this BraeburnChurch, Arthur Lodge - Willow,is famous AK for its giant food, especially2005 its 12-4inch cinnamon11:02:21 buns.$12,000 space1988 and keep13 voices 14:13:31 down during $1,150 checkpoint Forsberg, operations. Will - Denali Park, AK At1986 this highwayS rest stop, a former roadhouse2006 on the Dawson4 Overland10:20:08 Trail, $12,000 1990 S 1990 9 12:18:30 $1,950 YukonClayton, Quest Murray mushers - Haines, can AK choose to take their2007 mandatory four10 -hour11:14:02 layover – or$6,500 FastestEllis, Mike time - Rumsey, between NH Braeburn and CarmacksFranczak (since, Agata 2002): - Dawson City, YT they1984 can take 17it in Carmacks14:17:23. 2008 3 11:09:35 $20,000 Hans2008 Gatt; 9 hours,11 3212:09:58 mins in 2010.$6,500 2004 17 13:14:32 1985 13 12:15:39 $700 2009 S 2009 S Freking, Blake - Finland, MN BraeburnClerc, Christian Lodge - Easthas beenWenatchee, an official WA checkpoint 2010 since 1999.14 The owners10:23:37 of the $3,645 2010 13 10:20:29 $4,050 2005 12 12:05:03 $2,500 Braeburn2000 LodgeS turn their business over to host2011 the checkpoint.9 The12:10:07 lodge has a$6,480 Carmacks 2011 8 to Pelly12:09:59 Crossing$7,290 Frerichs, Connie - Delta Jct., AK fullCochran, menu, Jennifer gas, and - Fairbanks, the best baked AK good selection2012 on the trail.10 There11:03:18 are no public$5,670 2012 S 1985 19 13:17:11 (73 miles or 117 km) restrooms2004 available16 here13:13:59 for non -paying customers,Daniels, please Dario - useFairbanks, the outhouses. AK The Elsberg, Andy - Fairbanks, AK 1986 S 1987 18 12:03:57 owner2006 of the lodgeS is generous to open his place2001 of businessS up to use as the 2003 11 12:06:37 $2,900 1990 23 15:22:28 checkpoint.Cole, Phil - Fairbanks, It is however AK still an operating businessDeltour, and Sam is - notBelgium meant to be used TrailElomaa, Information Joni - Finland: From Carmacks, the trail follows the Freegold Road for about 13 1991 20 14:15:29 $650 for1990 free, please Sbe conscious of the space you2010 are occupying11 and justify10:12:54 it with an$5,265 miles1997 before DQjoining the Dawson Overland Trail to McCabe Creek. The first five 1992 S appropriateCollins, Julie -sized Lake purchaseMinchumina, for theAK time you spendDeLuca, at Lauralee one of their - Cantwell, tables. AK milesEmmett, from Barry McCabe - Fairbanks, Creek AKrun parallel to the Klondike Highway before travelling 1994 23 17:22:35 1993 S 1985 20 13:18:50 $750 1993 21 13:06:52 through the L’Hutsaw Wetlands to Pelly Crossing. English, Bob - Whitehorse, YT 1995 S FastestCook, George time between - Ashland, Whitehorse NH and Braeburn1994 (since 2002):S Zack Steer; 10 hours, 52 minutes in 2004. Da Marie, Bart - Christopher Lake, Sask. 1984 S 1997 S 1992 18 16:03:19 R Lantern This section of trail is considered in most years to be a “fast and easy” section, Erick, Ernest - Venetie, AK 1999 S 15 2010 17 12:00:05 1434 although there are some short and steep hills. 1994 S 2001 S 35

Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings The Yukon Quest Trail Davis, Katie - Olney, MT Ericson, Nick - Fairbanks, AK - Checkpoints, Dog Drops and Fascinating Facts - 2010 20 12:12:07 1984 19 15:08:11 Dennis, Allen - Salcha, AK 1985 17 12:23:07 1987 21 15:15:17 R Lantern 1989 12 13:05:40 $1,350 Whitehorse Official 2013 Start 1988 S Estey, Julie - Fairbanks, AK 1993 S 2008 S Population: approximately 27,322 2011 S Ettyne, Nikolay - Russia The Yukon Quest race Start line will take place at Shipyards Park in Whitehorse. Dolif, Dieter - Two Rivers, AK 2012 S 1996 S Farr, Carrie - Tanana, AK Whitehorse developed during the Klondike Gold Rush as a transportation hub. 1998 S 1999 13 13:04:21 $2,100 Situated at the head of navigable waters on the Yukon River, it was an important 2000 S 2000 8 12:10:19 $4,200 stop on the journey to the gold fields. Donaldson, Don - Delta Jct, AK 2002 9 11:22:49 $3,700 1987 19 15:08:22 Fisher, Jeff - Cantwell, AK 1988 S 1988 25 17:14:13 Doval, Patricia - College, AK 1989 29 15:17:49 1985 18 13:16:10 Fitzhugh, Charlotte - College, AK Whitehorse to Braeburn Drobny, Paige - Fairbanks, AK 1989 S (100 miles or 161 km) 2012 14 11:19:44 $3,645 Fleck, Peter - England Duggar, Ty - Nenana, AK 2010 18 12:02:13 Trail Information: The trail follows the Yukon River for approximately 15 miles and 1987 S Fliris, Bill - Tanana, AK teams follow the trail under the North Klondike Highway via the Takhini River Duncan, Heath - Soldotna, AK 1986 22 16:06:06 Bridge. The trail then runs on the old Dawson Overland Trail, today part of the 1989 19 14:06:27 Foran, Ed - Nenana, AK Trans Canada Trail. Teams can be seen following the trail under the Takhini River Dunlap, Rick - Fairbanks, AK 1986 7 14:11:52 $1,900 Bridge, at kilometer 4.5 of the North Klondike Highway (Mayo Road). 1985 12 12:12:06 $800 Forsberg, Linda - Denali Park, AK Durham, Kyla - Dawson City, YT 1989 8 13:03:06 $2,250 Braeburn Official Checkpoint (*possible layover) 2011 11 13:01:53 $5,265 1990 5 12:11:16 $5,000 2012 11 11:07:46 $5,265 1991 5 11:11:40 $6,500 *Note: the 2013 Yukon Quest Official Rules require a mandatory 4 hour stop at Ekdahl, Esa - Whitehorse, YT 1992 4 12:01:45 $10,135 either Braeburn or Carmacks, musher’s choice. 1990 26 16:11:03 R Lantern 1993 4 10:23:11 $10,000 Elliott, Mark - Dawson City, YT 1994 3 11:01:33 $12,000 Braeburn Lodge is famous for its giant food, especially its 12-inch cinnamon buns. 1988 13 14:13:31 $1,150 Forsberg, Will - Denali Park, AK At this highway rest stop, a former roadhouse on the Dawson Overland Trail, 1990 S 1990 9 12:18:30 $1,950 Yukon Quest mushers can choose to take their mandatory four-hour layover – or Ellis, Mike - Rumsey, NH Franczak, Agata - Dawson City, YT they can take it in Carmacks. 2008 11 12:09:58 $6,500 2004 17 13:14:32 2009 S Freking, Blake - Finland, MN Braeburn Lodge has been an official checkpoint since 1999. The owners of the 2010 13 10:20:29 $4,050 2005 12 12:05:03 $2,500 Braeburn Lodge turn their business over to host the checkpoint. The lodge has a 2011 8 12:09:59 $7,290 Frerichs, Connie - Delta Jct., AK full menu, gas, and the best baked good selection on the trail. There are no public 2012 S 1985 19 13:17:11 restrooms available here for non-paying customers, please use the outhouses. The Elsberg, Andy - Fairbanks, AK 1986 S owner of the lodge is generous to open his place of business up to use as the 2003 11 12:06:37 $2,900 1987 18 12:03:57 checkpoint. It is however still an operating business and is not meant to be used Elomaa, Joni - Finland 1990 23 15:22:28 for free, please be conscious of the space you are occupying and justify it with an 1997 DQ 1991 20 14:15:29 $650 appropriate sized purchase for the time you spend at one of their tables. Emmett, Barry - Fairbanks, AK 1992 S 1994 23 17:22:35 1993 S Fastest time between Whitehorse and Braeburn (since 2002): English, Bob - Whitehorse, YT 1995 S Zack Steer; 10 hours, 52 minutes in 2004. 1984 S 1997 S Erick, Ernest - Venetie, AK 1999 S 14 1994 S 2001 S 35 Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Frerichs, Terry - DeltaFrequently Jct., AK AskedGriffin, Questions Kelley - Wasilla, AK Halvorson, Ty - North Pole, AK Holder, Bob - Fairbanks, AK 1990 21 15:22:02 2002 17 13:01:27 Why is there a mandatory 36-hour layover in Dawson City? 1988 30 20:09:16 R Lantern 1988 23 16:02:12 Fressineau, Marcelle - Matawin, Québec 2003 13 12:23:26 $2,100 How much does the winner get? Hand, Larry - Copper Center, AK 1989 20 14:08:42 2002 S 2004 11 12:08:39 $2,900 Dawson City was the home of the Klondike Gold Rush and is still famous for its unique 1987 DQ Honda, Yuka - Healy, AK 2005 S 2005 S Northern hospitality today and unique 1898-era buildings. The Yukon Quest stops In 2013, the winner will receive $18,930, which is 18.93% of a total $100,000 purse. Harris, Doug - Whitehorse, YT 2006 S 2012 18 15:05:38 2006 7 11:07:54 $5,000 here for a good rest, just like the trappers, mail carriers and mushers did over a 1996 6 13:04:56 $5,000 2007 S Funatsu, Keizo - Japan 2007 14 12:08:01 $4,500 century ago. What are some of the main differences between the Yukon Quest and the 1998 10 12:06:33 $3,300 2009 S 1997 5 12:16:12 $8,000 2008 6 11:21:15 $13,000 Iditarod? Haver, Steve - Fairbanks, AK 2012 15 12:00:55 $3,240 1998 8 12:04:53 $4,200 2010 15 11:07:05 $3,240 The halfway point in the race is a good time for the mushers to rest. Although the 1988 S Honea, Don Sr. - Ruby, AK Furtwaengler, Sylvia - Argenbuhl, Germany 2011 5 11:03:02 $11,760 dogs work on an approximately even run-rest schedule, the mushers do not, and • LOCATION: The Yukon Quest trail is half in Canada’s Yukon Territory and half in Alaska, Hayden, Jack - Lake Minchumina, AK 1985 S 2003 16 13:06:31 Grilliot, Doug - Willow, AK replenishing their energy during their mandatory Dawson City layover allows them to USA, whereas the Iditarod trail is entirely in Alaska. 1984 8 12:22:40 $1,500 Hopkins, Ed - Tagish, YT Ganley, Frank - Fairbanks, AK 2001 16 14:08:16 be as fresh as possible for the second half of the race. • NUMBER OF DOGS: A Yukon Quest team is made up of 6 to 14 dogs, whereas an 1985 10 12:06:06 $1,000 1993 19 13:06:33 $2,000 1985 22 14:07:43 2002 18 13:07:03 Iditarod team can have 6 to 16 dogs. Hayden, Richard - Fort Yukon, AK 1994 8 11:15:23 $3,200 1986 19 15:03:49 Grober, Mark - Nenana, AK All Yukon Quest sled dogs receive at least one, and often more, complete physical • NUMBER OF CHECKPOINTS: The Yukon Quest has 10 checkpoints whereas the Iditarod 1985 S 1999 11 12:23:33 $2,900 1988 15 14:17:09 $750 1987 DQ examinations by the Yukon Quest Veterinary Team during their rest in Dawson City to has 26, making the distances between checkpoints longer, on average, in the Yukon Hendrick, Jim - Denali Park, AK 2005 8 11:19:25 $4,200 Garnie, Joe - Willow, AK Grout, Larry - Fairbanks, AK be sure that they are ready to compete in the remainder of the race. Quest, and requiring Yukon Quest mushers to camp along the trail significantly more 1991 21 15:05:59 Humphreys, David Pecos - Talkeetna, AK 1994 10 11:19:20 $2,720 1987 S often than in Iditarod and to pack their sleds more heavily. 1992 S 1984 10 13:03:07 $1,000 Gatt, Hans - Atlin, BC 1990 S The 36-hour mandatory layover also gives the dog handlers a chance to work with • TIME OF YEAR: The Yukon Quest begins in February; the Iditarod begins in early 1993 18 13:05:50 $2,100 1987 S 1993 7 11:11:40 $5,000 1992 S and exercise their team’s dogs—this is their only opportunity to do so during the March. This difference allows for significantly warmer temperatures and longer days 1994 S Hutchinson, Douglas - Fairbanks, AK 2002 1 11:04:22 $30,000 1993 20 13:06:34 $1,800 entire race. (more light) in the latter race. 1995 10 13:01:56 $1,000 1992 S 2003 1 10:16:28 $30,000 Guenther, Gus - Clam Gulch, AK • TERRAIN: Because the Yukon Quest Trail crosses four mountain ranges, teams 1997 13 14:09:02 $2,100 1993 17 13:04:00 $2,200 2004 1 10:18:54 $30,000 2012 13 11:19:24 $4,050 Where does the word “mushing” originate? experience significant elevation changes during the race; the Iditarod crosses over one 1998 S 1994 S 2006 2 10:08:59 $24,000 Guimond, Cor - Cassiar Creek, YT mountain range. 1999 12 13:04:01 $2,500 Hyslop, Michael - Whitehorse, YT 2007 2 10:09:19 $30,000 1986 21 15:23:27 “Mushing” is a general term for any transport method powered by dogs and includes • TRAIL HISTORY: The Yukon Quest Trail dates back to 1870s to the Forty Mile Gold 2000 8 11:18:59 $4,200 1998 S 2009 S 1991 17 13:09:45 $800 carting, pulka, scootering, sled dog racing, skijoring, freighting, and weight pulling. Rush Era. The Iditarod dates back to the 1925 Serum Run from Nenana to Nome. 2001 12 12:15:20 $2,500 Inauen, Emil - Switzerland 2010 1 9:00:26 $28,395 1994 7 11:09:33 $4,000 More specifically, it implies the use of one or more dogs to pull a sled on snow. The • LOCATION OF TRAIL: The Yukon Quest trail is entirely inland and can experience the 2002 15 12:20:20 $1,500 2004 S 2011 S 1995 4 10:22:37 $4,000 term is thought to come from the French word marche, or go. It is the command to severe winter weather of the interior, whereas the Iditarod runs inland to the coast and 2003 S Indermuhle, Ruedi - Switzerland Gauthier, Charles - Faro, YT 2001 11 12:14:46 $2,900 the team to commence pulling—Mush! Although this term is seldom used in the can experience severe coastal winds near the finish. Heritier, Pierre-Antoine - Switzerland 1991 S 1989 30 16:01:20 2008 S modern day, it still gives name to the sport. • NUMBER OF SLEDS ALLOWED: Yukon Quest rules say that only one sled can be used 2010 21 12:19:11 Jacobs, Dries - Belgium Glassburn, Don - Central, AK Gulden, Dean - Grand Marais, MN by a competitor and cannot be replaced except with special permission from the Race Hermann, Sepp - Fairbanks, AK 2010 12 10:15:44 $4,860 1984 18 14:23:55 1994 S 1999How long does15 the13:06:28 race take? $1,500 Jacobson, Robin - Squaw Lake, MN Marshal1986 and rarely15 without14:20:21 a time penalty$500. IditarodHagan, rules Rusty say - North competitors Pole, AK can replace Herscher, Alain - France 1986 S sleds,1987 using a maximumS of three during the race.1998 Because of19 this difference,14:13:48 Yukon Quest mushers tend to use heavier, more robust sleds to accommodate trail conditions 1996The winner and15 frontrunners15:13:08 in the$750 Yukon QuestJayne, take Mike approximately - Fairbanks, AK 10 days. The Geoffrion, Paul - Whitehorse, YT 2000 14 12:03:04 $1,800 record for the fastest time, set by Hans Gatt in 2010, is 9 days, 0 hours and 26 across the 1,000 mile route, whereas Iditarod Hahn,mushers Henry are III able - Two to Rivers,use lighter AK sleds at Hessert, J.T. - Alaska 2007 8 11:03:15 $7,500 minutes. Red Lantern winners and others at the back of the pack can take up to 16 strategic2003 points 18in the race14:20:30 to take R advantage Lantern of1995 less demandingS trail conditions. 2007 WD Johnson, Bruce - Atlin, BC days or more, depending on trail and weather conditions. 2004 S Hanes, William - Kasilof, AK Hetman, Dave - Ester, AK 1984 6 12:18:07 $2,400

ThisGleason, was the Jon vision - Fairbanks, of the AKYukon Quest founders,2002 Roger Williams26 and14:10:30 Leroy Shank, R Lantern who 1993 S 1993 2 10:22:30 $20,000 The Yukon Quest Trail links together a series of shorter travel routes that were the wanted1985 the race11 to respect12:00:15 the true history$900 of 2006arctic mushing10, which12:18:22 knew no borders$4,000 1995 9 12:17:31 $1,200 Johnson, Larry - Nenana, AK only means of winter travel over a century ago. When Yukon Quest founders began and1987 which followedS the “old highways of the North,”2009 the Yukon15 River12:15:09 and its tributaries,$2,000 Hocking, Roger - Fairbanks, AK 1987 13 13:22:48 $700 which1988 is almost perfectlyS divided between AlaskaHalter, and Vern the Yukon.- Trapper Alternating Creek, AK the 1991looking for a routeS to follow between FairbanksJoinson, and Whitehorse,Jerry - Fort St. they James, resurrected BC locationGourley, of John the Race- Healy, Start AK gives mushers the experience1988 of ‘coming11 14:03:28and going’ to$1,550 their 1992many historic Sroutes and combined them to 2009cover 1,000 miles.S destination1992 and offers9 greater13:10:40 variety $2,128 as each direction1989 presents2 different11:21:11 challenges. $15,000 Holdmann, Gwen - Fox, AK 2011 12 13:03:22 $4,860 1993 13 12:14:02 $2,800 1990 1 11:17:09 $20,000 1998 25 15:21:35 Jordan, Fred - Tanana, AK Grawehr, Robert - Whitehorse, YT 1991 6 11:12:06 $4,000 2004 S 1989 13 13:06:17 $1,150 1989 S 3612 1994 S 1337 Frequently Asked Questions Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Halvorson, Ty - North Pole, AK Holder, Bob - Fairbanks, AK 1988 30 20:09:16 R Lantern 1988 23 16:02:12 How much does the winner get? Hand, Larry - Copper Center, AK 1989 20 14:08:42 1987 DQ Honda, Yuka - Healy, AK In 2013, the winner will receive $18,930, which is 18.93% of a total $100,000 purse. Harris, Doug - Whitehorse, YT 2006 S 1996 6 13:04:56 $5,000 2007 S What are some of the main differences between the Yukon Quest and the 1998 10 12:06:33 $3,300 2009 S Iditarod? Haver, Steve - Fairbanks, AK 2012 15 12:00:55 $3,240 1988 S Honea, Don Sr. - Ruby, AK • LOCATION: The Yukon Quest trail is half in Canada’s Yukon Territory and half in Alaska, Hayden, Jack - Lake Minchumina, AK 1985 S USA, whereas the Iditarod trail is entirely in Alaska. 1984 8 12:22:40 $1,500 Hopkins, Ed - Tagish, YT • NUMBER OF DOGS: A Yukon Quest team is made up of 6 to 14 dogs, whereas an 1985 10 12:06:06 $1,000 1993 19 13:06:33 $2,000 Iditarod team can have 6 to 16 dogs. Hayden, Richard - Fort Yukon, AK 1994 8 11:15:23 $3,200 • NUMBER OF CHECKPOINTS: The Yukon Quest has 10 checkpoints whereas the Iditarod 1985 S 1999 11 12:23:33 $2,900 has 26, making the distances between checkpoints longer, on average, in the Yukon Hendrick, Jim - Denali Park, AK 2005 8 11:19:25 $4,200 Quest, and requiring Yukon Quest mushers to camp along the trail significantly more 1991 21 15:05:59 Humphreys, David Pecos - Talkeetna, AK often than in Iditarod and to pack their sleds more heavily. 1992 S 1984 10 13:03:07 $1,000 • TIME OF YEAR: The Yukon Quest begins in February; the Iditarod begins in early 1993 18 13:05:50 $2,100 1987 S March. This difference allows for significantly warmer temperatures and longer days 1994 S Hutchinson, Douglas - Fairbanks, AK (more light) in the latter race. 1995 10 13:01:56 $1,000 1992 S • TERRAIN: Because the Yukon Quest Trail crosses four mountain ranges, teams 1997 13 14:09:02 $2,100 1993 17 13:04:00 $2,200 experience significant elevation changes during the race; the Iditarod crosses over one 1998 S 1994 S mountain range. 1999 12 13:04:01 $2,500 Hyslop, Michael - Whitehorse, YT • TRAIL HISTORY: The Yukon Quest Trail dates back to 1870s to the Forty Mile Gold 2000 8 11:18:59 $4,200 1998 S Rush Era. The Iditarod dates back to the 1925 Serum Run from Nenana to Nome. 2001 12 12:15:20 $2,500 Inauen, Emil - Switzerland • LOCATION OF TRAIL: The Yukon Quest trail is entirely inland and can experience the 2002 15 12:20:20 $1,500 2004 S severe winter weather of the interior, whereas the Iditarod runs inland to the coast and 2003 S Indermuhle, Ruedi - Switzerland can experience severe coastal winds near the finish. Heritier, Pierre-Antoine - Switzerland 1991 S • NUMBER OF SLEDS ALLOWED: Yukon Quest rules say that only one sled can be used 2010 21 12:19:11 Jacobs, Dries - Belgium by a competitor and cannot be replaced except with special permission from the Race Hermann, Sepp - Fairbanks, AK 2010 12 10:15:44 $4,860 Marshal and rarely without a time penalty. Iditarod rules say competitors can replace 1999 15 13:06:28 $1,500 Jacobson, Robin - Squaw Lake, MN sleds, using a maximum of three during the race. Because of this difference, Yukon Herscher, Alain - France 1986 S Quest mushers tend to use heavier, more robust sleds to accommodate trail conditions 1996 15 15:13:08 $750 Jayne, Mike - Fairbanks, AK across the 1,000 mile route, whereas Iditarod mushers are able to use lighter sleds at Hessert, J.T. - Alaska 2007 8 11:03:15 $7,500 strategic points in the race to take advantage of less demanding trail conditions. 2007 WD Johnson, Bruce - Atlin, BC Hetman, Dave - Ester, AK 1984 6 12:18:07 $2,400 Why does the Race direction alternate each year? 1993 S 1985 8 12:05:41 $1,500 Hibbs, Don - Two Rivers, AK 1986 1 14:09:17 $15,000 This was the vision of the Yukon Quest founders, Roger Williams and Leroy Shank, who 1993 S 1993 2 10:22:30 $20,000 wanted the race to respect the true history of arctic mushing, which knew no borders 1995 9 12:17:31 $1,200 Johnson, Larry - Nenana, AK and which followed the “old highways of the North,” the Yukon River and its tributaries, Hocking, Roger - Fairbanks, AK 1987 13 13:22:48 $700 which is almost perfectly divided between Alaska and the Yukon. Alternating the 1991 S Joinson, Jerry - Fort St. James, BC location of the Race Start gives mushers the experience of ‘coming and going’ to their 1992 S 2009 S destination and offers greater variety as each direction presents different challenges. Holdmann, Gwen - Fox, AK 2011 12 13:03:22 $4,860 1998 25 15:21:35 Jordan, Fred - Tanana, AK 2004 S 1989 13 13:06:17 $1,150 12 1994 S 37 Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Leifseth Ulsom, Joar -Røros, Norway Mackey, Rick - Nenana, AK Joy, Phil - Fairbanks, AK Klumb, Dave - Fairbanks, AK 2013 Mushers 2012 6 10:08:51 $10,545 1996 2 12:17:04 $19,000 20068. All aircraftS must stay at least 1,000 feet1984 (400 metres)S away from a team – i.e. Lesh, Andrew - Fairbanks, AK 1997 1 12:05:55 $30,000 2008 above 12or to the12:22:07 side. On the$6,000 ground, Knott, aircraft Christopher must be well- Fairbanks, off the AKtrail and Last Name First Name Experience Residence Nationality 1997 14 14:15:08 $1,800 1998 3 11:21:09 $18,000 Kaduce,completely Dan - Chatanika, shut downAK when a team2002 is in view. A dog13 team,12:15:23 under no $2,100 1. Abrahamson Ed Veteran Fairbanks, AK American 2000 10 11:21:02 $3,300 MacManus, Scott - Fairbanks, AK 2003 circumstances,10 12:02:40 may be “buzzed”.$3,300 Kogl, Dennis - Denali Park, AK 2. Bergen Dyan Rookie Yellowknife, NT Canadian 2001 2 11:16:16 $24,000 1991 S 2004 6 11:20:06 $6,000 1985 6 12:02:31 $3,300 3. LikinsBerkowitz, David - FortyJake Mile, AK Veteran BigMahler, Lake, AlaskaGene - Fort Yukon,American AK 20059. Flash photographyS or the use of artificial1988 lighting is8 permissible 13:18:53 only in$2,250 the 4. 1988Casavant NormandS Veteran Whitehorse,1991 YT 15 12:15:45Canadian $900 2008 immediate8 vicinity12:03:39 of checkpoints $9,000 andKorner, dog drops, Beat - Switzerlandexcept with the advance Lindner, Sonny - Delta Jct., AK Mahoney, Keli - Talkeetna, AK 2009 consent8 of a musher.10:12:14 $8,000 1991 23 15:06:42 5. Cooke Rob Rookie Saint Jacques, NB British 1984 1 12:00:05 $15,000 2001 S 2011 S Kramer, Mike - Two Rivers, AK 6. Dalton David Veteran Healy, AK Canadian 1986 4 14:10:48 $4,400 2002 22 14:03:11 Kaso,10. Walter Volunteers - Talkeetna, working AK the race cannot1988 provide the mediaS with any information 7. Failor Matthew Rookie Big Lake, AK American beyond what is publicly available on the web site. 1989 6 12:00:39 $3,500 Mann, Jeffery - Mentasta, AK 1985 7 12:04:55 $1,900 Krestensen, Kris - Two Rivers, AK 8. Griffin Kelly Veteran Wasilla, AK American 1991 8 11:16:15 $2,250 1992 12 13:18:35 $1,520 Keller, Daniel - Fox, AK 1989 S 9. 1992Hopkins Ed2 11:23:10Veteran $20,270 Tagish,1993 YT 6 11:10:23Canadian $6,500 199911. MushersS may register an official protestKublin against, Jim - Marquette, any person MI or action 10. 2010Ingebretsen Markus6 9:21:05Rookie $10,545 AlaskaMarin, Marcel - Yellowknife,Norwegian NT Ketzler,considered Steven - Nenana, detrimental AK or obstructive1992 to their race16 effort. 16:00:30 $850 2012 7 10:09:05 $8,925 2004 14 13:05:04 $1,800 1992 S Kuzyk, Gerry - Whitehorse, YT 11. Kaduce Dan Veteran Chatanika, AK American Liss, Shirley - Fairbanks, AK Marshall, Newton - Chukka Cove, Jamaica Khatchikian,12. There Ararad are cabins - Italy along the trail that1994 may not be official20 checkpoints,13:03:27 but$1,440 may 12. Lee Darrin Rookie Chistochina, AK American 2009 13 11:19:02 $3,000 2000 be openS to mushers. Mushers and RaceLangham, Personnel John -have Talkeetna, priority AK access. Do not 13. 1984MacKenzie 20Randy **No timeRookie R Lantern Fort McMurray, AB Canadian Massicotte, Martin - St-Tite, QC King, Jeffuse - Denali these Park,cabins AK unless you have permission1994 from theS cabin owner. 1985 27 18:10:28 14. Mackey Lance Veteran Fairbanks,2003 AK 7 11:21:10American $5,000 1984 5 12:10:59 $3,300 Langmaid, Bruce - Blackstock, ON Little, Jon - Kasilof, AK 15. Moore Allen Veteran Willow,2005 AK S American 198513. Media who4 violate11:14:31 these rules$4,400 will have2005 their MediaS Accreditation revoked. 2005 5 11:03:10 $8,000 Maurer, Mike - Salcha, AK 1986 2 14:09:41 $10,000 Lawson, Brian - Fairbanks, AK 16. 2009Neff Hugh3 10:00:28Veteran $18,000 Tok, AK American 1989 22 14:09:55 1987 3 12:04:52 $5,000 1990 S 17. Louden,Pedersen Jerry -Misha Two Rivers, AKVeteran Willow, AK Czech 1990 DQ 1988 S LeBlanc, Jocelyne - Whitehorse, YT 18. 1997Rogan Susan6 12:17:23Rookie $6,000 Whitehorse, YT Canadian Additional Information: May, Joe - Trapper Creek, AK 1989 1 11:20:51 $20,000 1998 12 12:08:48 $2,500 2010 22 13:08:28 R Lantern 19. Sass Brent Veteran Eureka,1985 AK 9 12:06:05American $1,200 1990 2 11:20:33 $10,000 1999 10 12:19:38 $3,300 Mushers may have difficulty talking aboutLedwidge, themselves, Ann -however, Dawson City, will usuallyYT talk 20. Smith Scott Rookie Willow,1986 AK 9 14:13:23American $1,200 King, Michael - Salcha, AK 2000 11 11:22:06 $2,900 about their dogs. 2008 13 13:20:12 $5,000 21. Strathe Cody Rookie Fairbanks,May, Mark AK - North Pole, AKAmerican 1996 17 16:05:49 2001 10 12:12:11 $3,300 Ledwidge, Peter - Dawson City, YT 22. Traverse Christina Rookie Fort1994 McMurray, 19 AB 13:03:03Canadian $1,600 1997Another optionS for interviews are the handlers and the checkpoint volunteers. Lydic, Bur - Salcha, AK 1999 20 15:03:46 R Lantern 1996 4 13:00:52 $10,000 1998Handlers assistS the mushers and have not endured the rigors of the trail. They 23. 1986Tremblay DenisS Rookie Quebec Canadian 2000 17 13:10:20 1997 4 12:07:25 $12,000 1999possess greatS knowledge of the dog teams and canine care. Generally, checkpoints 24. MacDougall,West BrianAbbie - Whitehorse,Veteran YT Two Rivers, AK American 2002 S 1999 2 11:08:37 $24,000 Kirkvold,are staffed Keith by- Fairbanks, local volunteers. AK While they cannot provide official race information, 1989 S 2003 9 12:02:23 $3,700 25. Wilmshurst Brian Veteran Dawson2004 City, YT S Canadian 1998some may provide21 14:15:13 interesting stories about the communities along the trail. 1994 9 11:15:24 $2,690 2004 4 11:18:51 $12,000 26. Studer Crispin Veteran CarcrossMayo, Ollen, YT Ray - TrapperSwiss Creek, AK Kleedehn, William - Carcross, YT 1998 9 12:05:44 $3,700 2005 11 11:22:36 $2,900 1993 UpdatedS as of January 23, 2013 1990Familiarize 17yourself 13:17:16 with the race rules as they will provide useful information. They Mackey, Brenda - Nenana, AK 1993 11 12:05:45 $3,200 2007 McAlpin, Bob - Fairbanks, AK are available online or a copy may be acquired from the Race PR Team. 1998 18 14:13:47 1998 7 12:03:40 $5,000 Lee, Bruce - Denali Park, AK 2007 21 14:22:35 Mackey, Jason - Kasilof, AK 2000 S 1986 12 14:16:41 $800 McLeod, Darwin - Ninilchik, AK Do not help the mushers as there are very strict rules against mushers receiving 2009 S 2001 3 11:19:18 $18,000 1988 5 13:04:22 $5,000 1990 7 12:14:31 $2,800 outside assistance. Mackey, Lance - Fairbanks, AK 2002 5 11:16:20 $8,000 1989 4 11:23:35 $7,000 McManus, Scott - Fairbanks, AK 2005 1 11:00:32 $30,000 2003 2 11:07:04 $24,000 1991 2 10:21:17 $20,000 1991 S Do not touch the dogs. 2006 1 10:07:47 $30,000 2004 S 1998 1 11:11:27 $30,000 McMullin, Terry - Eagle, AK 2007 1 10:02:37 $40,000 2005 2 11:00:40 $24,000 Lee, Darrin - Nenana, AK 2008 1 10:12:14 $35,000 1998 S 2006 3 10:09:05 $18,000 2003 S 2010 2 9:01:29 $20,280 Medley, Lolly - Wasilla, AK 2007 4 10:12:12 $14,500 LeFebvre, Ben - Whitehorse, YT An2012 up to date musher3 list9:20:09 is available $16,215 at: 1987 DQ 2009 6 10:11:16 $10,000 1988 S http://www.yukonquest.com/site/mushers-and-sled-dog-teams/ 1038 3911 Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Leifseth Ulsom, Joar -Røros, Norway Mackey, Rick - Nenana, AK 8. All aircraft must stay at least 1,000 feet (400 metres) away from a team – i.e. 2012 6 10:08:51 $10,545 1996 2 12:17:04 $19,000 above or to the side. On the ground, aircraft must be well off the trail and Lesh, Andrew - Fairbanks, AK 1997 1 12:05:55 $30,000 completely shut down when a team is in view. A dog team, under no 1997 14 14:15:08 $1,800 1998 3 11:21:09 $18,000 circumstances, may be “buzzed”. 2000 10 11:21:02 $3,300 MacManus, Scott - Fairbanks, AK 2001 2 11:16:16 $24,000 1991 S 9. Flash photography or the use of artificial lighting is permissible only in the Likins, David - Forty Mile, AK Mahler, Gene - Fort Yukon, AK immediate vicinity of checkpoints and dog drops, except with the advance 1988 S 1991 15 12:15:45 $900 consent of a musher. Lindner, Sonny - Delta Jct., AK Mahoney, Keli - Talkeetna, AK 1984 1 12:00:05 $15,000 2001 S 10. Volunteers working the race cannot provide the media with any information 1986 4 14:10:48 $4,400 2002 22 14:03:11 beyond what is publicly available on the web site. 1989 6 12:00:39 $3,500 Mann, Jeffery - Mentasta, AK 1991 8 11:16:15 $2,250 1992 12 13:18:35 $1,520 11. Mushers may register an official protest against any person or action 1992 2 11:23:10 $20,270 1993 6 11:10:23 $6,500 considered detrimental or obstructive to their race effort. 2010 6 9:21:05 $10,545 Marin, Marcel - Yellowknife, NT 2012 7 10:09:05 $8,925 2004 14 13:05:04 $1,800 12. There are cabins along the trail that may not be official checkpoints, but may Liss, Shirley - Fairbanks, AK Marshall, Newton - Chukka Cove, Jamaica 2009 13 11:19:02 $3,000 be open to mushers. Mushers and Race Personnel have priority access. Do not 1984 20 **No time R Lantern Massicotte, Martin - St-Tite, QC use these cabins unless you have permission from the cabin owner. 1985 27 18:10:28 2003 7 11:21:10 $5,000 Little, Jon - Kasilof, AK 2005 S 13. Media who violate these rules will have their Media Accreditation revoked. 2005 5 11:03:10 $8,000 Maurer, Mike - Salcha, AK 2009 3 10:00:28 $18,000 1989 22 14:09:55 Louden, Jerry - Two Rivers, AK 1990 DQ 1997 6 12:17:23 $6,000 Additional Information: May, Joe - Trapper Creek, AK 1998 12 12:08:48 $2,500 1985 9 12:06:05 $1,200 1999 10 12:19:38 $3,300 Mushers may have difficulty talking about themselves, however, will usually talk 1986 9 14:13:23 $1,200 2000 11 11:22:06 $2,900 about their dogs. May, Mark - North Pole, AK 2001 10 12:12:11 $3,300 1994 19 13:03:03 $1,600 Lydic, Bur - Salcha, AK Another option for interviews are the handlers and the checkpoint volunteers. 1996 4 13:00:52 $10,000 1986 S Handlers assist the mushers and have not endured the rigors of the trail. They 1997 4 12:07:25 $12,000 MacDougall, Brian - Whitehorse, YT possess great knowledge of the dog teams and canine care. Generally, checkpoints 1999 2 11:08:37 $24,000 are staffed by local volunteers. While they cannot provide official race information, 1989 S 1994 9 11:15:24 $2,690 2004 S some may provide interesting stories about the communities along the trail. Mayo, Ollen Ray - Trapper Creek, AK 1998 9 12:05:44 $3,700 Mackey, Brenda - Nenana, AK 1993 S Familiarize yourself with the race rules as they will provide useful information. They McAlpin, Bob - Fairbanks, AK are available online or a copy may be acquired from the Race PR Team. 1998 18 14:13:47 Mackey, Jason - Kasilof, AK 2007 21 14:22:35 McLeod, Darwin - Ninilchik, AK Do not help the mushers as there are very strict rules against mushers receiving 2009 S Mackey, Lance - Fairbanks, AK 1990 7 12:14:31 $2,800 outside assistance. McManus, Scott - Fairbanks, AK 2005 1 11:00:32 $30,000 2006 1 10:07:47 $30,000 1991 S Do not touch the dogs. McMullin, Terry - Eagle, AK 2007 1 10:02:37 $40,000 2008 1 10:12:14 $35,000 1998 S 2010 2 9:01:29 $20,280 Medley, Lolly - Wasilla, AK 2012 3 9:20:09 $16,215 1987 DQ

10 39 Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Miller, Jimmy - Ester, AK Mullen, Steve - Kasilof, AK Media Information & Protocol 1991 19 14:14:01 $700 1988 S Responsibility for compliance with these protocols rests with the accredited media Milne, Bruce - Two Rivers, AK 1993 S personnel and not with the pilot or guide. In fairness to the mushers, the safety of 2000 20 15:01:39 1997 S the dogs and the equity of the race, the following protocols will be enforced: 2001 19 16:06:59 Nadeau, Andre - Ste. Melanie, QC 2003 17 14:10:01 1998 2 11:15:13 $24,000 2004 19 14:00:29 Nash, John - Nenana, AK 1. Media accreditation must be worn at all times when in specified media areas 2008 S 1988 S including photography zones, media Internet access areas and interview areas. Milne, David - Two Rivers, AK Neff, Hugh - Skagway, AK Only camera crew and photographers can access photography zones due to 2003 14 13:00:43 $1,800 2000 13 12:00:57 $2,100 limited space. Accreditations are not transferable. Mitchell, John - Dawson City, YT 2001 S 1985 23 14:22:00 2002 11 12:03:13 $2,900 2. Start Line: Accredited photographers and camera crew only will be permitted in Mitchell, Lorrina - Whitehorse, YT 2003 8 11:23:30 $4,200 the start chute and will be required to follow the direction of the Race PR Team, 1984 11 13:03:08 $900 2005 3 11:01:50 $18,000 Race Marshal and Race Judges. 1987 S 2006 S 1988 14 14:16:58 $950 2007 9 11:09:26 $7,000 3. Finish Line: A designated photography area will be identified at the finish line. Moggia, Didier - Whitehorse, YT 2008 7 11:21:24 $11,000 After completing the required finish line check-in process with Race Personnel 2008 S 2009 2 9:23:24 $22,000 we will request that mushers enter an interview area where media will have 2009 S 2010 3 9:03:09 $16,215 access for interviews. 2011 S 2011 S Monk, Roy - England 2012 1 9:15:14 $28,395 4. Access to the dog feeding and resting area at checkpoints and official dog drops 1993 S Nelson, Jamie - Togo, MN is restricted to mushers and Race Personnel. Media personnel are not allowed Monson, Dave - Manley, AK 2002 19 13:15:57 inside the Dog Yard Area unless escorted by a Race Judge, Race Marshal or a 1987 2 12:04:44 $10,000 Nelson, Louis Sr. - Kotzebue, AK member of the Race PR Team. Media personnel are permitted to take photos of 1988 1 12:05:06 $20,000 1998 16 13:03:45 mushers and dogs in the Dog Yard Area while remaining outside the Dog Yard 2002 4 11:14:49 $12,000 Nelson, Sam - Two Rivers, AK Area. The Dawson City dog staging area will have “open” hours and other Moore, Allen - Two Rivers, AK 1993 23 13:08:34 specified locations may be opened to media for limited access. 2011 6 11:07:32 $10,545 Nestor, Ralph - Goldstream Valley, AK 2012 2 9:15:30 $20,280 1986 S 5. Checkpoint arrival: Upon the arrival of a team at a checkpoint, Race Personnel Moore, Becca - Willow, AK Nicolier, Eric - Fairbanks, AK require unhindered access to mushers and dogs. Photographers and reporters 2008 S 2000 16 13:10:15 must stay clear. A designated photography zone will be identified where 2009 17 13:22:49 $750 2001 S possible. When the check-in process has been completed mushers may consent Moore, Gary - Willow, AK 2004 S to be interviewed. 1990 S Nicoud, Pascal - Switzerland Moroney, Diana - Chugiak, AK 1994 S 6. You must respect a musher’s right to privacy. If a musher indicates they are not 2002 16 13:00:13 Njootli, Stanley - Old Crow, YT interested in being disturbed, they must not be bothered. Moser, Andreas - Germany 1995 S 2008 S 1996 18 16:18:55 R Lantern 7. A snow machine can destroy the trail surface, imposing an unfair disadvantage Mowry, Tim - Two Rivers, AK 1998 S on subsequent teams. Snow machines with paddle tracks cannot be used on 1990 14 13:10:05 $950 1999 16 13:07:00 the trail under any circumstance. Media are expected to research and ensure 1992 10 13:10:59 $1,925 Noelle, Petr - Welver, Germany they have appropriate escorts or expertise for trail travel. Use caution and drive 1993 12 12:13:58 $3,000 1999 S slowly. Dog teams have the right-of-way. When dog teams are nearby, leave 1994 12 11:21:44 $2,400 Nordlum, Chad - Kotzebue, AK the trail at a 90-degree angle and turn off your engine. You must be 10 feet (3 1995 6 11:15:52 $2,400 2002 14 12:20:07 $1,800 metres) off the trail. 1997 10 13:17:25 $3,300 Nordlum, Lucy - Kotzebue, AK 1998 14 12:23:10 $1,800 1992 11 13:12:55 $1,722 40 9 Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings O’Donoghue, Brian - Two Rivers, AK Pinard, Catherine - Carcross, YT History 2003 12 12:18:56 1998 26 16:00:08 R Lantern 2004 13 12:23:16 $2,100 O’Farrell, Dave - Tagish, YT In February 1983, historian Roger Williams and musher Leroy Shank 2005 S 1997 9 13:12:05 $3,700 sketched out their idea of a rugged, 1000-mile race over some beer and Pinkham, Bill - Glenwood Springs, CO Oeschlager, Jim - Cincinnati, OH 2001 15 14:05:05 $1,500 banter at the Bull’s Eye Saloon, south of Fairbanks, Alaska. 2001 17 14:19:24 2002 23 14:09:33 Oettli, Hans - Whitehorse, YT 2008 10 12:09:12 $7,000 They envisioned a race independent of the demands of big media - with 1987 S 2009 16 12:18:16 $750 rules so tough that only mushing “purists” would participate. 1990 DQ Poage, James - Central, AK Olesen, Dave - Hoarfrost River, NT 1988 27 14:02:57 1998 13 12:09:36 $2,100 They would name it “Yukon Quest” - after the ‘old highway of the North,’ 1989 S 2000 6 11:09:29 $6,000 the Yukon River as the route would follow travel routes along the river and Poage, Marc - Central, AK Osmar, Tim - Clam Gulch, AK its tributaries from Fairbanks, Alaska, and Whitehorse, Yukon and Lord 1988 28 19:07:43 1986 3 14:14:21 $5,000 Tennyson’s description of the Quest as an expedition of knights in ‘The 1989 S 2001 1 11:15:10 $30,000 1990 15 13:14:54 $750 Holy Grail’. 2002 8 11:22:48 $4,200 1991 S Palfrey, Warren - Yellowknife, NWT Poage, Scott - Central, AK It would be a true test of human and canine endurance and commemorate 2009 9 10:22:26 $6,000 1988 S the historic dependence for mutual survival of arctic humans and their sled Palkovitch, Walter - Two Rivers, AK 1991 S dogs. 1998 22 14:15:41 Polleczek, Andy - North Pole, AK 1999 S 1999 S Parvin, Greg - Nome, AK Williams and Shank went on to raise $50,000 in prize money and stirred up Raffaeli, Jennifer - Fox, AK 2007 S an incredible 400 volunteers and in February 1984, 27 teams burst out of 2010 19 12:03:08 Pedersen, Misha - Willow, AK the start chute in Fairbanks in the first Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Randall, Tom - Whitehorse, YT 2012 17 12:11:33 1988 26 17:14:40 Race. Peep, John - Fairbanks, AK 1989 S 1992 8 13:08:30 $2,280 Reitan Ketil - Kaktovik, AK The Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race thanks the countless 1993 8 11:14:34 $4,000 1989 21 14:09:52 mushers, handlers, volunteers, sponsors and individuals who have made 1994 13 11:21:53 $2,240 Reiter, Jim - Central, AK this historic race possible. 1995 S 1987 S Peep, Mike - Fairbanks, AK 1988 24 17:13:29 1995 11 14:10:20 The Yukon Quest – 30 Years and Running! 1990 25 15:23:39 Pelling, Bob - Charlie Lake, AK 1994 22 15:18:32 1989 S Ridlington, Russ -Nenana, AK Perrino, Sam - Yellowknife, NT 1985 S 2005 S Riley, Gerald - Nenana, AK Persons, Kate - Kotzebue, AK 1984 7 12:21:58 $1,900 1988 6 13:15:02 $3,500 1985 S 1989 5 12:00:29 $5,000 1988 2 12:15:01 $15,000 1990 4 12:02:05 $7,000 Roalofs, Christine- Anchorage, AK Phillips, Michelle - Tagish, YT 2011 S 2004 8 12:03:46 $4,200 Robbins, Frank - Eagle, AK 2006 8 11:09:10 $4,200 1986 S 2007 6 11:01:47 $10,500 Robertia, Colleen - Kasilof, AK 2008 4 11:10:21 $16,500 2009 12 11:17:47 $3,500 2009 5 10:09:41 $13,000 Romanesko, Randolph - Nome, AK 2011 S 8 1991 14 12:09:21 $1,100 Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings RouteYear Placing Map Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings ForRorabaugh Your, Darren Calendar - Fairbanks, AK 1994 S Seibold, Dean - Delta Jct., AK Stoppenbrink, Norman - Manley, AK 1995 S 2001 S 1986 23 16:06:46 1993 16 12:23:39 $2,300 1997Monday – Friday,11 January13:17:58 28 to$2,900 Yukon2002 QuestFest12 at the12:05:58 Old Fire $2,500Hall, 1987 10 13:08:30 $1,000 Stormo, Sig - Soldotna, AK 2000February 1st 9 11:20:18 $3,700 WhitehorseSchandelmeier, John - Paxson, AK 1994 14 11:23:19 $2,080 2001 S Rose, Full Tamara QuestFest - Nome, schedule AK available 1986 8 14:12:23 $1,500 Shank, LeRoy - Fairbanks, AK Strong, Jim - Hope, AK 2011 10 13:00:58 $5,670 1987 6 12:22:16 $2,400 1987 20 15:12:12 1988 22 16:01:50 1988 7 13:15:24 $2,800 1990 S Rosser,Wednesday, Ron - Pleasant January Valley, 30 AK Meet the Mushers at Mount McIntyre Studer, Crispin - Switzerland 1985 21 14:02:00 1990 12 12:22:16 $1,350 Shields, Mary - Schimmelpfennig Creek 2004 18 13:15:12 1986 6:30 pm 24 16:11:50 Recreation1991 Centre,3 Whitehorse10:22:03 $15,000 - Meet 1984 16 14:17:19 Sutherland, Harry - Delta Jct., AK 1988 17 15:05:26 the1992 2013 mushers1 and11:21:40 bib draw $29,837 for YQ 1986 11 14:14:59 $900 1984 2 12:05:15 $10,000 Rudolph, Jon - Whitehorse, YT 3001994 4 11:02:47 $8,000 1988 16 14:17:15 1985 3 11:13:25 $5,800 1985Thursday, January14 12:16:3731 $600 1996Start and Draw1 Banquet12:16:06 at Yukon $25,000 Silas, Knowland - Old Minto, AK 1986 5 14:11:01 $3,300 1986 5:00 pm 10 14:13:53 $1,000 1997Convention Centre,3 12:07:08Whitehorse $18,000 - 1990 S 1989 4 13:08:23 $950 Ruh, Heidi - Tagish, YT 1998Dinner with the4 201311:22:19 mushers $12,000 (tickets Sleightholme, Mark - Mossley, England Swanguarin, Kris - Healy, AK 1991 18 14:13:37 $750 1999limited, $75 CDN)6 12:03:45 $6,000 2009 11 11:17:34 1996 11 14:09:26 $2,000 Runyan, Joe - Tanana, AK 2001 5 12:00:04 $8,000 Smidt, Donald - Van Dyne, WI 1999 S 1984Friday, February4 1 12:07:51 $4,400 2003Media Briefing4 at High11:07:56 Country $12,000 Inn, 2008 WD Swenson, Kathy - Two Rivers, AK 1985 1 pm – 3 pm1 11:11:55 $15,000 2004Room A, Whitehorse7 12:01:58 $5,000 Smith, Kurt - North Pole, AK 1986 17 15:01:06 Russell, Phillippe A. - Fairbanks, AK 2005**Mandatory attendance10 11:21:09 for Accredited $3,300 Media 1995 S 1987 4 12:05:10 $4,400 2000 19 14:23:52 2007 11 11:14:53 $6,000 1996 S 1988 3 12:16:14 $10,000 Rygh,Saturday, Johannes February - Kasilof, 2 AK Scheer,Yukon DavidQuest - Kasilof,Race Start, AK Whitehorse Distances*1998 S 1994 6 11:04:45 $5,200 2011 11:00 am S 1989 18 14:04:47 Smith, Larry - Dawson City, YT 1997 MILESS KM Salter, Ed - Manley, AK 1991 7 11:15:35 $3,000 1988 S Taylor, Alistair - Scotland Whitehorse to Braeburn 100 161 1987 8 13:05:12 $1,500 1993 S 1989 17 14:01:06 1996 8 13:09:02 $3,500 Braeburn to Carmacks 77 124 Sam,Saturday, Wilson February - Two Rivers, 2 AK YQ300Schlentner, Race Tonya Start, - Manley, Whitehorse AK 1990 13 13:03:20 $1,150 Taylor, Paul - Fairbanks, AK 1984 15 13:20:38 $500 1991 22 15:06:17 Carmacks1994 to 15McCabe 12:06:07 Creek $1,920 39 63 3:00 pm 1990 22 15:22:13 Santucci, Paddy - Lincoln Creek, AK Scholven, Ingabritt - Germany McCabe1995 Creek5 to Pelly11:01:13 Crossing $3,000 1991 34 S 55 1994 17 12:18:06 $1,760 1997 S PellySmyth, Crossing Cim - Big toLake, Stepping AK Stone 1992 32 S 51 1996 9 13:09:11 $3,000 Schmidt, Karin - North Pole, AK Stepping2000 Stone7 to Scroggie11:17:41 Creek$5,000 1995 70 S 113 Thursday, February 7 Dawson City Volunteer and Community 1998 6 12:03:08 $6,000 1987 17 14:18:18 Scroggie2001 Creek7 to Dawson12:08:22 City $5,000 Telpin, Michael99 - Chukotka, Russia159 6:30 pm Party at the Dawson City Museum Sass, Brent - Fairbanks, AK Schmitz, Dave - Alaska DawsonStack, Vince City - Pleasant to 40 Mile Valley, River AK 2012 4819 15:06:2377 2007 15 12:08:06 $4,000 1986 S 401987 Mile River Sto Eagle Terry, Floyd - Nenana,99 AK 159 2008 5 11:12:18 $14,500 Schnuelle, Sebastian - Whitehorse, YT Stamm, Mark - Bothell, WA 1986 101S 163 2009 7 10:11:54 $9,000 Eagle to Slaven’s Roadhouse Tues – Sat, February 5-9 Dawson1999 City LayoverS 1988 18 15:05:29 1987 58DQ 93 2010 8 10:02:52 $7,290 2004 10 12:04:41 $3,300 Slaven’sSteer, Zach Roadhouse - Sheep Mountain, to Circle AK City Tetz, Thomas - Tagish, YT *approx dates 74 119 2011 4 10:19:02 $13,380 2005 9 11:20:20 $3,700 Circle2004 City to Central2 11:03:32 $24,000 1998 24 15:20:09 2012 5 10:07:12 $11,760 2006 6 11:02:31 $6,000 Central2010 to Mile4 101 9:14:49 $13,380 1999 33 9 12:19:0953 $3,700 Sather, Becky - Healy, AK 2007 7 11:02:40 $9,500 MileStevens, 101 Jack to -Two Sunshine, Rivers AK 2000 40 2 10:23:2764 $24,000 1990Friday, FebruaryS 15 Post2009- race Meet1 the Mushers,9:23:20 Alpine$30,000 Two1984 Rivers toS Fairbanks 2002 45 3 11:10:2372 $18,000 1993 6:00 pm S Lodge2011 , Fairbanks2 10:12:26 $20,280 Stewart, Bill - Whitehorse, YT 2003 3 11:07:08 $18,000 Sawatzky, David - Healy, AK Schwandt, Michael - Soldotna, AK 1995*All distances7 are approximate11:21:45 $1,900 as trail 2004routes vary year9 -to-year.12:03:49 $3,700 1987Saturday, February14 14:03:49 16 $600 20131986 Finish &26 Awards 19:02:19 Banquet R Lanternat the 1996 3 13:00:23 $14,000 Thomann, Peter - Willow, AK 1988 5:00pm S CarlsonSeavey, Dallas Center - Willow, (tickets AK $65 USD) Steyer, Bill - Fairbanks, AK 1990 6 12:14:27 $3,500 1989 16 13:11:14 2011 1 10:11:53 $28,395 1998 20 14:14:39 Thomas, Connor H. - Nome, AK 1990 8 12:16:30 $2,250 Seekins, Ralph - Fairbanks, AK 2001 14 13:04:24 $1,800 1991 13 12:04:52 $1,300 1991 4 11:11:37 $10,000 1989 23 14:14:17 2002 6 11:21:39 $6,000 1992 5 12:04:01 $6,587 642 2003 5 11:14:01 $8,000 437 1993 3 10:22:33 $15,000 Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings For Your Calendar Seibold, Dean - Delta Jct., AK Stoppenbrink, Norman - Manley, AK 1986 23 16:06:46 1993 16 12:23:39 $2,300 Monday – Friday, January 28 to Yukon QuestFest at the Old Fire Hall, 1987 10 13:08:30 $1,000 Stormo, Sig - Soldotna, AK February 1st Whitehorse 1994 14 11:23:19 $2,080 2001 S Full QuestFest schedule available Shank, LeRoy - Fairbanks, AK Strong, Jim - Hope, AK 1987 20 15:12:12 1988 22 16:01:50 1990 S Wednesday, January 30 Meet the Mushers at Mount McIntyre Studer, Crispin - Switzerland Shields, Mary - Schimmelpfennig Creek 2004 18 13:15:12 6:30 pm Recreation Centre, Whitehorse - Meet 1984 16 14:17:19 Sutherland, Harry - Delta Jct., AK the 2013 mushers and bib draw for YQ 1986 11 14:14:59 $900 1984 2 12:05:15 $10,000 300 1988 16 14:17:15 1985 3 11:13:25 $5,800 Thursday, January 31 Start and Draw Banquet at Yukon Silas, Knowland - Old Minto, AK 1986 5 14:11:01 $3,300 5:00 pm Convention Centre, Whitehorse - 1990 S 1989 4 13:08:23 $950 Dinner with the 2013 mushers (tickets Sleightholme, Mark - Mossley, England Swanguarin, Kris - Healy, AK limited, $75 CDN) 2009 11 11:17:34 1996 11 14:09:26 $2,000 Smidt, Donald - Van Dyne, WI 1999 S Friday, February 1 Media Briefing at High Country Inn, 2008 WD Swenson, Kathy - Two Rivers, AK 1 pm – 3 pm Room A, Whitehorse Smith, Kurt - North Pole, AK 1986 17 15:01:06 **Mandatory attendance for Accredited Media 1995 S 1987 4 12:05:10 $4,400 1996 S 1988 3 12:16:14 $10,000 Saturday, February 2 Yukon Quest Race Start, Whitehorse 1998 S 1994 6 11:04:45 $5,200 11:00 am Smith, Larry - Dawson City, YT 1997 S 1988 S Taylor, Alistair - Scotland 1989 17 14:01:06 1996 8 13:09:02 $3,500 Saturday, February 2 YQ300 Race Start, Whitehorse 1990 13 13:03:20 $1,150 Taylor, Paul - Fairbanks, AK 1994 15 12:06:07 $1,920 3:00 pm 1990 22 15:22:13 1995 5 11:01:13 $3,000 1991 S Smyth, Cim - Big Lake, AK 1992 S 2000 7 11:17:41 $5,000 1995 S Thursday, February 7 Dawson City Volunteer and Community 2001 7 12:08:22 $5,000 Telpin, Michael - Chukotka, Russia 6:30 pm Party at the Dawson City Museum Stack, Vince - Pleasant Valley, AK 2012 19 15:06:23 1987 S Terry, Floyd - Nenana, AK Stamm, Mark - Bothell, WA 1986 S Tues – Sat, February 5-9 Dawson City Layover 1988 18 15:05:29 1987 DQ Steer, Zach - Sheep Mountain, AK Tetz, Thomas - Tagish, YT *approx dates 2004 2 11:03:32 $24,000 1998 24 15:20:09 2010 4 9:14:49 $13,380 1999 9 12:19:09 $3,700 Stevens, Jack - Sunshine, AK 2000 2 10:23:27 $24,000 Friday, February 15 Post-race Meet the Mushers, Alpine 1984 S 2002 3 11:10:23 $18,000 6:00 pm Lodge, Fairbanks Stewart, Bill - Whitehorse, YT 2003 3 11:07:08 $18,000 1995 7 11:21:45 $1,900 2004 9 12:03:49 $3,700 Saturday, February 16 2013 Finish & Awards Banquet at the 1996 3 13:00:23 $14,000 Thomann, Peter - Willow, AK 5:00pm Carlson Center (tickets $65 USD) Steyer, Bill - Fairbanks, AK 1990 6 12:14:27 $3,500 1998 20 14:14:39 Thomas, Connor H. - Nome, AK 2001 14 13:04:24 $1,800 1991 13 12:04:52 $1,300 2002 6 11:21:39 $6,000 6 2003 5 11:14:01 $8,000 43 Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Welcome to the 2013 Yukon Quest! Tingey, Ralph - Denali Park, AK Valcq, Wayne - Healy, AK Year Placing Time (d:h:m) Earnings Yukon Quest Online1991 S 1986 25 16:12:05 The 2013Willomitzer, MEDIA GUIDE Gerry has - Shallowbeen designed Bay, YT to help you navigate the Yukon Quest as it 1987 11 13:08:37 $900 1993 S travels its2004 lengthy trail 12through 12:14:17the Yukon and$2,500 Alaska. 1988 9 13:21:06 $1,950 Vanier, Nicholas - Villemurlin, France 2005 6 11:09:50 $6,000 Tremblay, Denis - St-Michel Officialdes-Saints, Website QC 1997 S Please familiarize yourself with the Media Information and Protocol section as media are 2006 5 10:21:15 $8,000 2011 S www.yukonquest.com2003 S expected to meet this standard. All media are required to attend the media briefing to Tucker, Kathy - Manley, AK Varigas, François - Dawson City, YT receive 2007their accreditation3 to be10:12:09 held on Friday,$22,000 February 1st from 1-3pm in Room A at the 1987 DQ 1986 16 14:20:21 High Country2010 Inn in Whitehorse.S 1989 9 13:03:08Facebook $1,950 1987 7 13:04:29 $1,900 Wilmshurst, Brian - Dawson City, YT Turnbough, Kevin - Grand Marais,http://Facebook.com/YukonQuest MN 1988 S Official information2012 regarding16 the12:10:18 Race can only be provided by the Yukon Quest Race Marshal and Head Veterinarian. 1984 9 12:23:12 $1,400 1989 7 12:02:36 $2,800 Wilson, Jim - Ambler, AK 1990 3 12:00:32 $10,000 1987 15 14:08:08Twitter $500 1989 3 11:21:56 $10,000 Turner, Dan - Haines, AK 1991 S Food at checkpoints is supplied for the exclusive access of volunteers and mushers. Media 1991 10 11:18:04 $2,100 1996 S http://twitter.com/theyukonquestWade, Roy - Talkeetna, AK are welcome and encouraged to purchase food where available but please be aware that 1994 2 11:01:27 $16,000 1998 S 1993 24 14:07:30 many checkpoints and dog drops do not have food services for public and media. Please respect this and ensure you pack sufficient supplies for your trip. Turner, Frank - Whitehorse, YT Wages, Kelly - Fairbanks, AK 1995 2 10:17:09 $12,000 Flickr 1984 14 13:20:37 $600 1987 S Wintter, Rick - Fairbanks, AK www.flickr.com/photos/yukonquest Any sleeping arrangements at checkpoints, dog drops and other race venues are for the use 1985 16 12:22:08 Waldispuehl, Roland - Kriens, Switzerland 1990 20 15:21:52 of mushers, volunteers and race personnel. Do not assume that there will be space for you 1986 S 1999 S 1994 16 12:06:12 $1,840 to bunk. Hotels and other accommodations are limited so ensure you plan ahead including YouTube Wardlow, Jim - Delta Jct., AK 1987 S bringingWolter, sleeping Craig gear. - Fairbanks, AK 1988 12 14:12:15www.youtube.com/theyukonquest $1,350 1987 16 14:10:07 1987 S 1989 10 13:04:28 $1,750 1988 10 13:23:13 $1,750 Some ofWood the roads Sutton, and Iris areas - Fairbanks, can be treacherous AK in winter driving and take much longer 1990 19 14:02:04 Warnke, Clint – Two Rivers, AK than planned.2009 Fuel accessibility18 13:23:17 for vehicles R Lanternand snow machines is limited in many places 1991 11 11:23:34 $1,700 2011 along theWright, route. Amy Familiarize - Tok, AK yourself with what is available at each of your destinations and 1992 6 12:07:06 $4,054 Weathers, Rob - Salcha, AK carry extra fuel. The race will not assume any responsibility for media or their 1998 23 14:17:04 1993 10 12:05:20 $3,400 1986 S transportation. 1994 S 1987 S Wycoff, Regina - Healy, AK 1995 1 10:16:20 $15,000 Weiner, Martin - Denali Park, AK The trail2006 travels over private11 property13:17:57 as well$2,900 as National Parks. Access is not guaranteed 1996 5 13:03:28 $7,000 1986 13 14:18:46 $700 and permission2007 to film 18is required 13:07:27 in some National Parks. It is media’s sole responsibility to 1997 2 12:07:03 $24,000 West, Abbie - Copper Center, AK obtain theYuill, required Senley permission,- Whitehorse, access YT and permits. 1998 5 12:01:25 $8,000 2000 S 1984 12 13:03:08 $800 1999 5 11:19:38 $8,000 2010 9 10:08:36 $6,480 InternetZielinski, access at Ralf remote - Germany checkpoints can be sporadic, so please be prepared. While access is planned at most checkpoints the race cannot assume responsibility for Internet access. 2000 3 11:03:27 $18,000 2012 8 10:13:40 $7,290 1997 17 16:20:00 2001 6 12:04:57 $6,000 West, Alden - Fairbanks, AK Power supplies are not guaranteed and where generators are used only official race Zimmerman, Peter - Whitehorse, YT 2002 S 2003 S operations will have access to the power supply – ensure your equipment is fully charged 1997 S 2003 6 11:18:02 $6,000 Whaley, Chris - College, AK and bring extra batteries. 2004 5 11:19:08 $8,000 1984 S Zirkle, Aliy - Two Rivers, AK 2005 7 11:18:20 $5,000 Whiton, Susan - Trapper Creek, AK Computer1998 equipment, 17including 13:21:40 extension cords and power splitters, will not be provided by the Yukon Quest anywhere along the trail. Please bring all necessary cables, adapters 2008 S 1987 12 13:16:01 $800 1999 4 11:19:17 $12,000 and power/extension cords for both phone and Internet. Turner, Saul - Whitehorse, YT Wiget, Thomas - Whitehorse, YT 2000 1 10:22:57 $30,000

1994 16 12:06:12 $1,840 YouTube Wolter, Craig - Fairbanks, AK www.youtube.com/theyukonquest 1987 S Wood Sutton, Iris - Fairbanks, AK 2009 18 13:23:17 R Lantern Wright, Amy - Tok, AK 1998 23 14:17:04 Wycoff, Regina - Healy, AK 2006 11 13:17:57 $2,900 2007 18 13:07:27 Yuill, Senley - Whitehorse, YT 1984 12 13:03:08 $800 Zielinski, Ralf - Germany 1997 17 16:20:00 Zimmerman, Peter - Whitehorse, YT 1997 S Zirkle, Aliy - Two Rivers, AK 1998 17 13:21:40 1999 4 11:19:17 $12,000 2000 1 10:22:57 $30,000

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2013 Yukon Quest Race Personnel Updated as of January 23, 2013 Yukon Quest International

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Board of Directors – Yukon Board of Directors – Alaska Joost van der Putten, President Becky Alexander, President Rolf Schmitt, VP Bill McDonald, VP Pamela Brown, Secretary Kerynn Fisher, Secretary Clarke LaPrairie, Treasurer Susan McDonald, Treasurer Mieke Evers, Director Lisa Baraff, Director Harry Kern, Director Amy Nordrum, Director Michael Peterson, Director Sue Sprinkle, Director Bev Regier, Director Brent Sass, Musher Rep Tamra Reynolds, Director Normand Cassavant, Musher Rep

Yukon Staff Rules Committee Marie-Sylvestre Belanger, Executive Director Layne St. John – Chair Fabian Schmitz, Office Manager Bruce Lee – Vice Chair

June Moore – Secretary Alaska Staff Braden Bennett – Member Marti Steury, Executive Director Eric Beutow – Member Maria Roberts, Assistant Director Joan Hardesty – Member

Dave Rich – Member Yukon Quest Store Staff Abbie West, Sales & Events Manager Barb Gravelin, Sales Associate

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