December 30 & 31, 2005 ...
Bringing in the new year in style!
Our team for this trip was made up of Luna in lead; puppies Amore and Luca in team (Amore's first run! and only Luca's second), and Gabe & Josie in wheel. Norah had a hurt foot :-(, and her younger full brother Ryou was still a bit young for the mileage, so they were just along for the adventure.
Our boy Hooch is running this season with Twila's team (Quinault kennels), preparing for a few major events this season & next. He is running 100-150 miles a week this season, and we are so proud of him.
The pictures of him here are with
Twila's impressive team!
Enjoy the pictures ... despite the rainy & windy weather, it was a great time! and the dogs loved it. Our personal milestones on this trip were (1) the dogs' first run on ATV (finally got one!), (2) Luca's test to see that his initial puppy enthustiasm held true on this second and challenging run; (3) Amore's first time hooked into the team. Luna held her own as a leader, and Gabe & Josie were their usual reliable workhorse selves. They all did really well!! even better than I could have hoped for. Lots of enthusiasm! and good work ethic across the board.
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