The Toughest Sled Dog Race in the World
The 1,000 mile Yukon Quest® is a unique cross border sled dog race, running between Whitehorse, Yukon and Fairbanks, Alaska.
The race highlights the special relationships that exist between mushers and their dogs. Through race rules and regulations and the Vet Program excellence in dog care is emphasized before, during and after the event.
There is no other race like the Yukon Quest®. It is not a staged race but a true distance race. Mushers cannot replace sleds during the race and cannot have stoves and equipment flown into any of the checkpoints. With distances between checkpoints sometimes over 200 miles, they must carry many of their supplies with them. Mushers in the Quest must truly challenge the northern wilderness on their own.
The race represents a rare opportunity to see northern working dogs in their element, and to see the special relationship that exists between mushers and their dogs.
© copyright 2001 Dora
September 26th, 2001