Silas Godber

Nationality: 

Canadian

Age:

18

Occupation:

Sled Dog Tour Guide

Personal Website:

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Kennel Name:

Elevation Sled Dogs 

Breeds included:

Alaskan Husky

Number of dogs in kennel:

Number of years running dogs:

6

How did your kennel get its name?

How did you get started running dogs?

I read a book by Gary Paulson about dog sledding and thought it would be cool to try, and then suddenly I had a team.

What do you love most about dog sledding?

I love being around dogs and seeing each of their personalities. Seeing the dogs all work together in a team is an amazing thing.

Please share any interesting stories or facts about your dogs that will be running in the 2024 race:

Are you a member of any other organizations in sled dog sports?

Why did you enter the 2024 Yukon Quest and what are your goals for the race?

I hope to get one of my Iditarod qualifiers down and get more experience with longer races.

Do you listen to music on the trail? If so, what types?

How did your dogs get their names?

Share a quick story about one of your indispensable handlers:

Tell us about your favorite volunteer experience on the trail:

List recent sled dog races and/or your best performances:

Year

 

Race

 

Finishing Position

     

2023

 

Underdog 100

 

Ninth

2022

 

Caledonia Classic 100 Mile

 

Sixth

     

 

   

 

     

Who are your sponsors for 2024?

I’m very grateful to Aaron Peck from Elevation Sled Dogs, who will be funding my race this year.