Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 25/07/2026We’re excited to share a first look at the new Yukon Quest 2027 route. This map represents the current planned route. As trail work continues, small adjustments or detours may be made if changing terrain or environmental conditions require them. 093
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 28/04/2026The Yukon Quest International Association (Canada) is proud to announce the return of the Yukon Quest in 2027. Racing will officially begin in Whitehorse on February 6, 2027, with two races for mushers to undertake one of the world’s most iconic sled dog challenges - the YQ550 and the YQ300. 092
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 22/02/2026"We must fight till hell freezes over and then fight on the ice." was said by Vertner Woodson Tandy, December 1937. Love it ❤️ 020
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 22/02/2026I guess this is the Rendezvous air show for 2026 - RCAF Lockheed CP-140 Aurora 140116. But welcome to the crew and support members - thanks for coming up to Whitehorse and showing the flag! 000
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 19/02/2026That's the Yukon Quest Alaska - this is the Yukon Quest Canada page. I have no idea what they'll do. Yes, it sometimes confuses me, too. 100
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 19/02/2026The Yukon Quest legacy. The third Yukon Quest, in 1986, ran from Fairbanks to Whitehorse. The winner was Bruce Johnson of Atlin, BC, in 14 days, 9 hours and 17 minutes. Jeff King arrived 24 minutes later, and the top 7 mushers of the 26 teams that finished all arrived within 3 hours (13 scratched). 011
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 18/02/2026Half of the new Board members are mushers in various ways, giving us a great depth of knowledge in every facet of the sport and business: 020
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 18/02/2026Josi Shelley won the Yukon Quest Alaska 750 with a time of 9 days, 9 hours, 11 minutes! Jonah Bacon will be in next, currently 14 miles out of Fairbanks. Jason Mackey and Patrick Mackey are both 101 miles out. www.yukonquestalaska750.org 000
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 18/02/2026There was some discussion about the race trail, but as no decisions can be made yet, it was quite basic. The Trail Committee in particular certainly has its work cut out for it. 040
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 18/02/2026They will now meet to decide who takes on which positions, and we will post them once the decisions have been made. The new Board members are: Jonathan Alsberghe Kyla Boivin Peter Boutin Kris Bruneau Michael Burtnick Harry Kern Shelly Musyj Morgan Sapir Benjamin Smith Stephen Word 150
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 18/02/2026We had an excellent meeting in Whitehorse tonight, with a full room and positive energy - there were almost 60 people there in person and another 20 on Zoom. Volunteers stepped up to fill a slate of ten Board positions - the maximum allowed (7 is the minimum). 181
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 17/02/2026The Yukon Quest meeting in Whitehorse tonight is building on decades of good memories and strong friendships. We're looking forward to beginning an exciting new stage. This photo is from Quest '93. 001
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 17/02/2026The Zoom for the Special General Meeting being held in Whitehorse tomorrow at 6:30 pm is us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... Paid members will be able to vote via Zoom.us06web.zoom.usWelcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Yukon Quest General Meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Yukon Quest General Meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting. 010
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 16/02/2026Here's a screenshot from one of our recent Zoom meetings. 040
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 16/02/2026Each member has their own idea of what they would like to do as of tomorrow night. Some will be running for Board positions, some see their skills better used in Committees, and some will just offer support when and where it's needed. 030
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 16/02/2026A few of you have wondered who the members of the working group are - here's the complete list: - Kyla Boivin - Peter Boutin - Michael Burtnick - Normand Casavant - Susan Gleason - Michael Hyslop - Harry Kern - Murray Lundberg - Shelly Musyj - Ben Smith - Anne Tayler - Frank Turner 230
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 13/02/20261963 - the end of sled dog mail, and the loss of some of the romance of the North. Our races help keep that romance alive. (The Whitehorse Star, July 11, 1963) 010
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 13/02/2026In the Yukon Quest Alaska 750, leaders Jeff Deeter and Josi Shelley are taking a break near the Yukon River Bridge on the Dalton Highway, with the checkpoint at Rampart 53 miles ahead. Follow the action at www.facebook.com/yukonquestal... 000
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 11/02/2026The photo shows Katherine Keith going by the Sternwheeler Graveyard at Dawson City during Yukon Quest 2017. 100
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 11/02/2026We're now one week away from the Special General Meeting in Whitehorse. We would like to encourage all supporters to let us know what's important to you for Yukon Quest 2027. Any subject is open. Feel free to post a comment, use Messenger from this page, or email: yukondirector@yukonquest.com 100
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 07/02/2026A look back - Nicolas Vanier leaves Whitehorse at the start of Yukon Quest 2015. 000
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 03/02/2026You need to be a member to vote at the meeting, and the Hyatt has offered an amazing rate to paid members attending the meeting. 000
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 03/02/2026It's now 14 days to the Yukon Quest Special General Meeting where the work for a 2027 race will really get into gear. It will be in Whitehorse on February 17th at the Hyatt, in the Northern Spirit Room, at 6:30 pm. A new Board will be elected, and Committees formed to work on the many issues. 111
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 03/02/2026There were two posters this year - the 1984 poster by Gretchen Walker was repeated, and a new one by Joe Dart was added. 030
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 03/02/2026The Yukon Quest legacy. The second Yukon Quest, in 1985, ran from Whitehorse to Fairbanks. It was won by Joe Runyan, who came in 20 minutes ahead of the second-place musher, Rick Atkinson. Runyan took 11 days, 11 hours and 55 minutes to finish the 1,000 miles, winning him the $15,00 purse. 232
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 02/02/2026The Yukon Quest legacy. The first Yukon Quest, in 1984, was won by Sonny Lindner, who came in 5 hours ahead of the second-place musher, Harry Sutherland. Lindner took 12 days and 5 minutes to finish the 1,000 miles, winning him the $15,00 purse. The poster art was by Gretchen Walker. 021
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 01/02/2026On this day 7 years ago, a Yukon Quest tour group was getting a real Yukon experience on Lake Laberge, with teams from the Cathers family! Photo by Murray Lundberg. 040
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 30/01/2026As of a few minutes ago, the Yukon Quest Facebook page is active again, and yukonquest.com has been updated with the AGM and 2027 information.yukonquest.comYukon Quest – Yukon Quest dog mushing 000
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 29/01/2026Rebuilding an important part of our history. yukonquest.com 010
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 29/01/2026Please join other members of the Yukon Quest organization as we start this journey to re-build the Yukon Quest. Please bring along your ideas and your interest in volunteering. If you want to vote, you will need a paid membership ($45 CDN) - you can sign up on the Home Page at yukonquest.com 020
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 29/01/2026Yukon Quest Special General Meeting "It’s all about the dogs!" 17th February 2026, 6:30pm Northern Spirit Room, Hyatt Place, Whitehorse 120
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 29/01/2026It just came together last night. One we announce the Special AGM, things will light up. 020
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 29/01/2026There will - hopefully today, but very soon. That will be part of our promotion of the Special AGM in Whitehorse on February 17th. 030
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 29/01/2026Thank you - I'm @explorenorth.bsky.social here so I knew it was the right place to set up a page (it's Yukon Quest official). 120
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 29/01/2026Last night's meeting was very positive - the people involved pretty much guarantee that it will happen. There's support for going back to a route that includes Dawson City, and making it 1,000 miles again is possible. 1140
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 29/01/2026The Yukon Quest will happen in the Yukon in 2027, though - a Working Group of passionate mushers and supporters met last night in Whitehorse, and a special AGM in 2 weeks will get a new Board elected. 1131
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 29/01/2026The Yukon Quest will happen in the Yukon in 2027, though - a Working Group of passionate mushers and supporters met last night in Whitehorse, and a special AGM in 2 weeks will get a new Board elected. 010
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 29/01/2026The Yukon Quest will happen in the Yukon in 2027, though - a Working Group of passionate mushers and supporters met last night in Whitehorse, and a special AGM in 2 weeks will get a new Board elected. 010
Yukon Quest @yukonquest.bsky.social · 29/01/2026The Yukon Quest sled dog race is coming back! A Working Group met tonight, and a Special General Meeting will be held in Whitehorse in a couple of weeks - details tomorrow. #DogsOfBluesky #mushing 1121
