Dave has been mushing dogs for about 14 years, and has about 20 Alaskans in his kennel. He owns a trucking company, and one of his drivers Dan Klukken will be handling. Dave has run a variety of races, Solon Springs, West Yellowstone, Beargrease, and this is his first visit to the Midnight Run. Dave is married to Audrey and they are the parents of Jason and Christa. Christa is a freshman in college this year, and Dave used to handle for her.
UPSDA MISSION: To promote the sled dog sport, educate the public about sled dog activities, and sponsor a continuous, mid-distance sled dog race in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.