Well we've hit the southern-most point of the trail at Grayling. The dogs have a hard time with the harsh wind along the river. I’m resting them up before we make a dash for Eagle Island.
There's nothing like a fast sled to help you feel like you're flying out in the open. Did you know I designed my sled myself? Sure, it wasn't so hard. But I've been using this sled for a few years now and I'm thinking I'd like to try a new design for next year.
Hey - would you like a chance to design a new sled for me? I'd bet you can come up with some fresh ideas I haven't even thought of! http://www.ooowoo.com/JUNIOR/doityourself/k12sled.html has some ideas on how a sled is usually built. Tell you what, ask your teacher for a dozen popsicle sticks or toothpicks and see what kind of model sled you can design for me. I can't wait to see what you come up with – mail them to Mr. McKenzie and he’ll post them on the project site for everyone to see!
13 comments:
Zack Steer: I hope you get in first place! Good luck! And I hope you don't get hurt.
Zach Skiles
Lance, your so close to the front, whenever you get to the next checkpoint just speed through it!!! But don't forget to take care of your dogs.
We're praying for you and the other mushers.
The Cantrell Family in Idaho
Hi Mitch & Aliy,
Way to Go!
Hingst Homeschool, OH
Bill Pinkham,
You're really moving along! Keep up the good work. You're more than half way there. You can do it. We're cheering for you!!!
The Graham Family, Westminster, CO
Go Dan Carter! Keep up the great work. You're doing superb, and we really enjoy following you and your dogs. See you at the next checkpoint. Keep warm and rest up! The Carvers, homeschoolers in Pittsburgh, PA
Mitch, you've gotten your 8 hour rest, and glad to see you on the move. You are in the top 5; catch the others! Great job!
Meroff Homeschool, NH
Congrat's Paul G! We are so proud of the race you are sledding despite the few setbacks you have had. Keep up the great work!
Lambertus Homeschool Columbus, GA
You Rock Ray. Your team is doing great. You are really picking up speed. You are in our prayers. Stay shielded from those winds.
Gardner Home School, FL
Go Melissa!
Good Luck, You Rock!!! Hope you are getting enough rest and food for energy. Safe travels.
Marley's Group
Mrs. Longo's Fourth Grade - Michigan
Mr. Cotter, better grab some more supplies while you can. It's a long ways to the next town.
D.Ditto
Wow it looks like the temperatures are really dropping. We are praying that you and your team stay warm, if possible. You are doing great Gerald!
Gardner Home School, FL
Karin Hendrickson, you moved through Shageluk and Anvik before we had a chance to post! Keep your spirits up and keep heading down that trail!
The Horn Family Homeschool
LaGrange, GA
Martin,
you are doing GREAT! We saw that your wife put some kids songs on your iPod this year. How fun! We hope they make you smile and encourage you as you race!
We are praying for you!
Blessings,
the Fichtner family, CA
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