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Ryne Olson
30 YEAR OLD YUKON QUEST Veteran
Nationality:
American
Occupation(s):
Musher, Guide
Kennel Name:
Ryno Kennel
Kennel Name Origination:
It's my nickname.
Kennel Bloodlines:
SP Kennel, King, Mackey, plus others
Breeds:
Alaskan Husky
# of Dogs in Kennel:
45
http://www.rynokennel.com/
Sponsors:
Feniks and Co, LLC; Happy the Sled Dog; Individual Dog Sponsors, Two Rivers Outpost; Last Frontier Mushing Co-op

Musher Question & Answer

How many years have you been running dogs?
10
How did you get started running dogs?

I googled "dog mushing jobs." I worked for SP Kennel and they helped me start my own team.

What do you love most about running sled dogs?
Are you a member of any other organizations involved in sled dog sports?
Two Rivers Dog Mushing Association
Why did you enter the Yukon Quest? What are your goals for the race?
To finish as fast as we can with a happy and healthy team!
How did your dogs get their names?/ How do you choose names?

Friends and family help choose the names.

What music do you listen to on the trail?
Share a quick story about one of your indispensable Handlers

You can't run 1,000 miles without a great crew. Kalyn, dog care extraordinaire! She helps me train the dogs and takes amazing care of the team in Dawson. Derek, husband, truck mechanic, life partner. Mom Katy, she's never missed a 1000 mile race, update web site and is emotional mom support. Jezzy and Sasha, truck dogs.

Tell us about your favourite experience with a volunteer on the trail
My birthday is during the Yukon Quest. Two years ago, I had a wonderful welcoming in Eagle. Last year it was Mile 101. the Quest volunteers are the BEST!
List recent sled dog races and/or best performances
2019 Yukon Quest - 11th; 2017 Yukon Quest - 9th; 2017 Copper Basin - 1st