School Visits...Here We Come !

Letters from school kids

One of the most rewarding experiences that running the Iditarod has given me, is the opportunity to be involved with students from across the U.S.  During training and throughout the Iditarod, I receive letters and pictures from children from all over, sharing with me what they are learning in the classroom.

This is an exciting time for me post Iditarod.  I can't wait to begin school visits.  I love sharing with the kids my Iditarod experiences and more than anything, I love to hear about what they have learned about the Iditarod.  I am always truly amazed.  In addition to learning about the Iditarod, many of the classes had their own "Idita-Read and Read-a-thons going on.  Those kids were devouring books!

To most of the classrooms I will bring a sled, my gear and lead dog Yen.  For a few of the classrooms Veteran Iditarod "Bob Chlupach" will come along as well.  That is always exciting.  Some of the kids in the past have nick named him "Encyclopedia Bob"...and the nick name fits him well.  He has a wealth of knowledge of the Iditarod, both past and present.

Thank you Woolx ! You are the BEST !

I would love to thank Woolx for sponsoring me this year.  It has been a wonderful partnership and I got to field test many of their products.  They all passed with flying colors...and by the way, be sure to check out their beautiful colors !

How does one keep warm on the Iditarod Trail, in temperatures below -50?  Can you say Woolx?

Keeping warm in temperatures well below zero is always a challenge.  I rely on layers.  My first introduction to wool base layers was in 2009, when I gave up my polypro for SmartWool.   That was definitely a good move. I was happy with my SmartWool base layers (aside from having to order mens sizes to get the leg, arm and torso length I wanted).

When Woolx contacted me this past year and offered to sponsor my Iditarod I was thrilled.  I was unfamiliar with their company but knew that wool products were the best.  I had no idea that Woolx would become my "Go To" for all my wool layers.

The very first thing that I noticed before I even tried on any of their products was the quality. The look, the feel, the weight was second to none.  When I tried on each item, I wasn't disappointed.  I was very happy with the fit and I couldn't wait to put them to the test.

This year's Iditarod was brutal and it was quite the test for Woolx.  Day after day, the temperatures dipped to below -50 and winds gusted 30 to 40 mph.  I had never experienced being on the trail in temperatures this low and with winds that wouldn't stop.  My Woolx did not let me down.

Thank you Woolx.

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