Redington, Barron, Burmeister and special guest speaker, Jerry Vanek, DVM

We set the bar high the first year with Lance and his wife, Tonya. Cleared the bar the second year with Dee Dee, Ryan and Jason. The excitement continues...







Meet the Mushers ~ Where mushers come together in spirit, dog talk and forge friendships as tough as steel. Four days. Three nights. Memories to last a lifetime.



Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Canceled due to lack of interest

The 2010 Meet the Mushers has been canceled due to low attendance.


We would like to thank everyone involved, currently and in previous years, for the wonderful friendships, generosity and grace shown to us. Here’s a short list of the folks who donated their time, resources, and talent to provide the attendee with an amazing experience.

Wiggy’s, Becky Bristow (Wild Soul Creations), Fog Tech, Ah-Regah, Alice Yax, Brad and Sharon Love, Louise Russell/Dog Booties.com, Cadillac Custom Tack, Donna Quante (Husky Productions), Dr. Tim’s Pet Food Company, Jay’s Sporting Goods, Lee and Claudia Nowak, Jeff King/Carrie Skinner, Ken Anderson, Jim Warren, June Price, Karla and Danny Dann, Mandy Palmer of Pawsh Companions, Mackinaw Mush, Michelle Martin-Germinder, Amy at Mountain Ridge, Ellen Southern, Mushing Magazine, Helen and Mark Hegener of Northern Light Media, Jim @ Northern Outfitters, Pastor Bruce, The Fink Family (John/Kim/Aly/Justin/Andrea/Josh), Clyde and Pat Risdon, Mancelona Do-It-Best Hardware, Into Focus Communications, Judy and Steve at Sled Dog Central, The Tim & Gena Dewey Family, Joe Gutowski, Linda Lange, Derrer Oil, Joann and Larry Fortier, "Uncle Jeff" and Robin, Billie Sherriff, Pat & Deb Crouch (w/ Bit and Blaze), Sue Bernecker (Russ’ Mom), Amy (the cook) Breakey/Jordan/LuLu and Ryan, Francie Dorman, Pastor Andrew, Singers ~ Ann and Will Rowland, Canada Goose, Mountain Ridge, Critterwoods, Redpaw, Winterdance Dogsled Tours, Michigan Dog Driver’s Association (MiDD), M.U.S.H., Sportmix, Kelsey Drew, Ryan Harcourt, Avery’s Restaurant, Nature’s Kennel, Colton Drew, The Black Dog, Michelle Phillips, Nancy Sanchez, Bobbi Riley, Hobby Horse Riding Stable, Kathy and Stu Stirrett, Andie Westrick, Joy Cowles, and so on…

We would also like to thank those of you, many who were strangers, (Laura the Teacher, Linda and Cristin…the list is long…) who attended our premiere event and stepped out in faith, right along with us, to see this dream for northern Michigan come true.

And finally, the mushers and adventurers. Lance and Tonya Mackey, rookie hopeful ~ Tim Riley, Dee Dee Jonrowe, Ryan Redington, Jason Barron, Aaron Burmeister, and Dr. Jerry Vanek. I assume it wasn’t as big a stretch on your part, as you are always excited to see what’s around the next corner.

Since they won’t be coming this year, please continue to support these amazing mushers/fathers/husbands/healers ~ Ryan, Jason, Aaron, and Dr. Vanek in their endeavors, in the coming months and years.

Thank you for embracing our vision...and God Bless ~

Sunday, March 28, 2010

Calling all Iditarod Mushers~!




Any dog musher, who has started the Iditarod on Fourth Avenue in Anchorage, Alaska
on the first Saturday in March
any year...
is to receive a 50% discount on any Meet the Mushers entry.

This is our gift to you for daring to compete in the race
that boasts 18 champions in the past 37 years.

Wait...there's more!


If you are willing to "sing for your supper" ~
your entry fee is waived...it is FREE.

We would love to have a late afternoon (3:00 - 5:00 p.m.) informal camp fire chat
with Iditarod mushers near the main tent.

If you are willing to come and join in, we would love to have you participate. 

Let us know...and your name will be added to the list of Iditarod mushers attending the
2010 Meet the Mushers in Mancelona, Michigan ~!




Wednesday, March 24, 2010

Curious? Let Jason Barron explain...


Wonder just what Meet the Mushers is all about?

Hear what Jason Barron has to say!

Click on link below for a YouTube video in Jason's own words!




Sunday, March 14, 2010

Reserve cabin now for August


This year, since we have all men speakers (Ryan/Jason and Aaron) coming to MtM...


The Bear's Den is up for grabs.


Anyone who desires to rent it for a night, or two, or three, let us know.

Heck, why not the entire week!

Privacy and comfort awaits.



Monday, March 8, 2010

Iditarod Special ~ Save Now for August MtM!

SIGN UP NOW FOR EARLY DISCOUNT for the 4-day camping reservation!
Be a Die-Hard Camper! 
If you sign up now...
(start of Iditarod)
and when the Red Lantern is extinguished,
you will receive a 20% discount!


DON'T BE LATE~!


Sunday, March 7, 2010

Everything Iditarod


Click HERE for all the action!

Saturday, March 6, 2010

The word is out...


Click HERE

Also, watch for our ticker ad to begin the week of Iditarod.


Your hosts:  Sherry & Russ Sutherby