2008 Iditarod Musher Profile

After living in different regions of Alaska for the first 14 years of his life, Jeff began running dogs in 2003 at the age of 15. Getting his start as a part time handler for a good friend, Jeff soon acquired his own dogs and began training for the 2005 Jr. Iditarod. After finishing 11^th, Jeff ran again in 2006, placing 9^th. "The Iditarod has been childhood dream and is the ultimate test of endurance for any long distance musher." Although dogs are his main focus, Jeff also enjoys biking, snowboarding, swimming and writing. In addition to his sponsors, Jeff would like to thank his beloved girlfriend Nina, his good friends, Frank and Claudia Sihler, and his wonderful parents, Eric and Gretchen.