Conferences for Teachers
There’s not a better day for the kids in school than a field trip day. From the Iditarod Winter Teacher’s Conference, it’s safe to say there’s no better day for teachers either. Teachers departed downtown Anchorage this morning to attend Vet Check at Iditarod Headquarters in Wasilla, then have lunch at Settler’s Bay on Knik …
Teachers had the opportunity to gather a sled full of lesson and activity ideas for their classrooms at the Midwest Sled Dog Symposium and Iditarod Teacher’s Conference in the colorful upper peninsula of Michigan. Nature’s Kennel owners Ed and Tasha Stielstra organized the sixth annual conference and symposium. Opening the teacher’s conference was Nancy Wendt, …
Leaving Dream A Dream Kennel marks a new focus for the teachers attending the Summer Camp for Teachers. While Iditarod is all about the dogs, teachers at camp delve into other aspects of Iditarod beyond the hands on aspect experienced at the kennel. The first stop for teachers after moving into Wasilla from Halter’s training …
It was back to the ‘classroom’ for teachers who attended Iditarod educational conferences on September 28 in Michigan and North Carolina. Michigan: Summary of Events at the Midwest Mushing Symposium and Teacher’s Conference As regular as the leaves change color and days shorten in fall, mushers and teachers gather in Curtis, Michigan for the …
Click here to learn about the Iditarod Workshop for teachers held in early fall in North Carolina. Learn from Iditarod Teachers on the Trail™ , a musher, and an Iditarod veterinarian. Register by September 16, 2013. See you there!
If you’ve gotten a baby brother or sister, a puppy or a kitten, there’s always the question of what should it’s name be. Do you remember the process of selecting a name? The name has to “fit” and it has to be just right. Maybe you used a book or maybe the name came from …
Hi Boys and Girls, Are you getting excited for the race to start? I sure am. I’ve been reading everything I can on this blog and on Iditarod.com. I’m trying to learn about all the mushers. I hope you are exploring the site to see what you can learn. The week before the race starts, …
Were you one of the very lucky students whose teacher went to Summer Camp for Educators and Race Fans? Handler works as part of the camp staff and we’re always anxious to hear stories and see pictures of camp and activities. The twelve participants enjoyed a wonderful experience and will bring exciting new ideas using …
