April 24, 2008
Bring Iditarod to Your School!
YOU can bring Iditarod to your classroom!
Over the next few months and the next school year, several Iditarod Mushers will be traveling in Alalska and the lower 48, sharing presentations for schools and communities. A sled dog generally accompanies the musher for the presentations designed to share information about Iditarod, dog mushing, and what it takes to achieve goals and dreams. The presentations are designed for students but are appropriate for audiences of all ages and are great for audiences of all ages. Don't miss the opportunity to book a presentation in your area. Click on the musher's information below to learn about the kind of presentation and fees associated with the presentation.
The goal of this newsletter is to provide you information on who may be visiting your area and how you can contact that musher. Don't hesitate, make the contacts now. Book a presentation in your community.
Dewey Halverson:
"The real Iditarod Experience - through the eyes and stories of Duane "Dewey" Halverson, nine-time veteran Iditarod Alaska Sled Dog Race Musher" is a presentation you don't want to miss! Discover inforamtion about the history of the trail, background on the Iditarod Sled Dog race, tales of heroics between fellow mushers and a checkpoint by checkpoint introduction to the 1,200 mile journey. Dewey will be on tour during the 2008 - 2009 school year in North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Oklahoma, and other parts of the United States. Visit Dewey's website and book a presentation by Clicking Here!
Hugh Neff:
Hugh will be on tour on the east coast starting the 1st week of May (thru the 11th) then on to Ohio and wrapping up in Chicago. There are several opportunities for schools to sign up when he is in your area. Hugh will also be on tour next fall. Contact Hugh if you are intersted, no matter what state you live in because if enough schools in your area are intersted, he will journey to your area. Hugh's presentation, "Never Lose Hope" is an inspirational presentation worth booking!
Learn more about Hugh and his presentations by clicking HERE!
Laura Daugereau:
Are you nterested in having Laura Daugereau, the first woman to represent Washington State in the history of the Iditarod, a dog sledder for 14 years, come speak to your students, group, or event? Laura, born in Tennessee, lives in Port Gamble, Washington, but will travel to other states. Most of her presentations are in the spring due to racing schedule. Funds raised by her inspirational and informational presentation help support her kennel. To learn about Laura, the Night Runner Kennel, and her presentation, visit her website by Clicking Here!
Kelley Griffin:
Kelley is a two time Iditarod finisher and six time Yukon Quest finisher! This year, Kellly became the first, and so far, only woman to complete both races in the same year. Kelley was born in Minnesota and now lives in Wasilla, Alaska. Kelley will present at schools in Alaska and will travel to other states as funded. Her presentation is inspirational and her dog, Sitka, generally travels with her. Learn more about the incredible K-9 athletes and what it takes to compete and meet goals. Contact Kelley to learn about the booking fees and presentation by sending her an email by Clicking Here!
Eric Rogers:
Iditarod Musher, Eric Rogers will present programs in Alaska and outside of Alaska. He is also seeking a sponsor to help cover costs of travel expenses associated with presenations outside of Alaska and hopes to be on tour in many different areas and states. If you know of an organization intersted in sponsoring his tour or if you are interested in having him speak at your school, contact Eric by sending him an email. Click Here!
Eric took second place in the 2008 Tiaga 300. He plans on running the 2009 Iditarod. Eric also shares his mushing adventures through his journal on his website, allowing students and readers of all ages the opportunity to 'read' what it takes to work towards goals. You can visit Eric's website by Clicking here!
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Iditarod is a sled dog race, but the lessons that are learned from it help inspire students to work towards meeting their own educational and personal goals as well as build skills in areas such as team work, goal setting, and using the assets and traits it takes to be successful in life.
YOU KNOW the educational connections. NOW bring a musher directly within your classroom walls by booking a presentation in your area.
Booking a presentation is easy to do! Contact the mushers for details and fees. Most schools have funding for school assemblies, but don't forget to contact PTA/PTO groups, business partnerships, public libraries, and other community groups, clubs, and organizations. Involve students in fund raising events or contact neighboring schools and communities to combine efforts. Bringing an inspirational speaker to your school and community is an opportunity you don't want to miss! Don't hesitate! Make the contact today!
ATTENTION TEACHERS! Are you interested in attending an Iditarod Teacher's workshop or conference?
Are you looking for an opportunity to learn more about Iditarod and using this theme in your classroom? Join us for the 2008 Iditarod Summer Boot Camp --- a conference for educators that will be held in Wasilla, Alaska June 22 - 28. Experience first hand what goes on at a musher's kennel earn first hand by staying with us at the Dream a Dream Dog Farm. Meet many Iditarod mushers and the incredible K-9 athletes. Gain knowledge about what it is like to be a race volunteer or be in the checkpoints. Develop a standards driven curriculum. University credit will be available. This conference is a behind the scenes Iditarod learning adventure. Find out more: Click Here! or contact djohnson@iditarod.com for further details.
Iditarod Insider
Don't forget, your subscription to Iditarod Insider is good for one full year! Your students can keep viewing the website now through the end of the school year and at the start of next school year. Take time this summer to review the educational materials and begin to plan your unit of instruction for next school year.
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