The Insider’s caught up with Lars Monson camping in between Finger Lake and Rainy Pass. He talks about his love of Alaska and has a special message for his wife.

The veteran passes along a great message to his wife Katie in Rainy Pass.

Ten years ago Jeff Deeter ran the Iditarod’s northern route, this year he takes on the southern route.

The veteran musher explains the steep hills coming into Rainy Pass.

The veteran explains the importance of having a good wheel dog.

The veteran stopped briefly to grab some supply bags before heading for the hills.

After camping outside of the Rainy Pass checkpoint, Jessie Royer grabbed some supplies and headed for Rohn.

With a little help from fellow musher Pete Kaiser, Joar Leifseth Ulsom heads to Rohn.