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Derek JA Starr
Derek JA Starr
39 YEAR OLD YUKON QUEST MUSHER
Experience:
Veteran - YQ 200
Nationality:
American
From:
Huslia, Alaska
Occupation(s):
Construction

Kennel Info

Kennel Name:
Dakli Flats Kennels
Breeds:
Alaskan Husky
# of Dogs in Kennel:
20

Musher Q & A

How many years have you been running dogs?
4
How did you get started running dogs?
Ran the dog for my father-in-law when he was out of town.
Why did you enter the Yukon Quest? What are your goals for the race?
I scratched during last year's Summit Quest 300, which was my first distance race and want to finish this race. My goal for this race is to finished but compete with the other teams in race.
What do you love most about running sled dogs?
Being in the middle of nowhere with the pack.
What mushing organizations are you a member of?
  • Huslia dog mushers
  • Two River Dogs Mushing Association
List your recent sled dog races and/or best performances:
  • 2021 Kobuk 440; Finish Position: 8th
  • 2021 Two Rivers 200; Finish Position: 7th
  • 2021 Summit Quest 300; Finish Position: Scratched

YQ Races

2022 Yukon Quest 200

Sponsors

Alaska Native Renewable Industries