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Sled dog racing, a thrilling northern sport, has captivated audiences for generations. It involves a musher riding a sled pulled by a team of dogs through snowy landscapes. Races vary in length, ranging from short sprints to grueling distances of up to 1,000 miles. The most famous of these is the Iditarod, often called "The Last Great Race." Established in 1973, the Iditarod spans approximately 1,000 miles and includes 24 rest stops for the dogs and mushers. Each racer begins with 12 to 14 dogs, which cannot be swapped out during the race. To...
As the 2024 hunting season kicks off, Belt students are already finding success. In this issue, the Valley Voice will focus on antelope, mule deer, whitetail deer, and elk. Several Huskies have already made impressive achievements. Parker Osterman has been especially successful this year, already taking down two animals. On a hunt near Jordan, Osterman harvested a fine antelope buck from a remarkable 575 yards with his .257 Weatherby. When asked about the highlight of his hunt, he mentioned...