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Paul Hamlyn
Paul Hamlyn
Experience:
Veteran - YQ 300
Nationality:
Canadian
From:
Whitehorse, Yukon
Occupation(s):
Park Ranger

Kennel Info

Kennel Name:
Braveheart Adventures
Kennel Name Origination:

My dogs have mushed through many difficult challenges which have required brave hearts.

Breeds:
Alaskan Husky
# of Dogs in Kennel:
12

Musher Q & A

How many years have you been running dogs?

12

How did you get started running dogs?

Started with 3 Eskimo Dogs and 1 Siberian!

How did your dogs get their names?/ How do you choose names?

I have 4 dogs that I got from Michelle Phillips that I named all "Yukon" names. All other dogs I acquired from kennels and I didn't change their names. 

Why did you enter the Yukon Quest? What are your goals for the race?

Most dogs in my kennel will be too old to run this Race again. I want them t have one more opportunity!

What do you love most about running sled dogs?

Being in the bush with my dogs enjoying the scenery traveling by dogsled

Tell us about your dogs, particularly some stories or facts about dogs running this year's race

My dog Dempster has a passion for anything dangerous or tricky. He yips loudly through every tide turn, doing down hills and through Icy section and the dumpster would go faster. Now I say "easy" for up hills! You will know him by his handsome red fur, and he always positions himself on the far left.

What music do you listen to on the trail?

Most time nothing. I like to be aware of my surroundings sometimes without distraction of music. However, traditional East Coast music!

What mushing organizations are you a member of?

DPSAY

Awards

2022 Yukon Quest 300
Red Lantern