Yukon Quest - One Week Out


The Yukon Quest has been the central focus for SP Kennel these last few weeks. We have exactly ONE WEEK until the Race Start. As the time nears, we'd like to share our "front row hype".

As you might imagine there is an infinite amount of preparation that goes on behind the scenes. The race start is next Saturday, February 2nd at 11:00 AM. Here is a very simple calendar so you can follow the SP Kennel Crew as we inch closer to the starting line.

Sunday, January 27th
- Final packing

Monday, January 28th
- Allen and the Black Team go on a stretch out training run

Tuesday, January 29th
- Allen and Moira drive to Whitehorse (10 to 12 hours)

Wednesday, January 30th
- Yukon Quest Mushers Meeting
- Public Event "Mushers Meet & Greet"

Thursday, January 31st
- Ray, Meghan, Aliy, Ryne, Kristy and the Dogs drive to Whitehorse
- Yukon Quest Handlers Meeting
- Yukon Quest Mushers Meeting
- Yukon Quest Start Banquet

Friday, February 1st
- Calm before the storm

Saturday, February 2nd
- Race START