Sledding For Hope is an idea to raise awareness. Our goal is to encourage others through our story with our dogs. Most of our dogs have come from many different backgrounds whether it be other sled dog kennels, shelters, abusive homes and some that we ourselves have raised. The pack, through trial and error, have formed a bond that will unite us (mushers and dogs) to achieve our ultimate goal, Iditarod. Iditarod is a sled dog race that stretches over 1000 miles across Alaska. Dogs and Mushers train very hard to condition themselves to compete in a race of this caliber. Long miles and long hours of training go into this pursuit. Then 500 miles worth of qualifying races is needed for a chance to toe the line at Iditarod.
Our hope is that our dogs will inspire others to help and encourage each other, whether you are a student, adult, old, young, fast, slow, in this ultra marathon we call, Life. Most of our dogs have their second chance with us here at Rancho Luna Lobos. Our dogs have given us a second chance to chase a life long dream. Often times we defeat ourselves in doubt or self worth, when life gets hard or throws a curve ball. Sometimes when life "Beats us to our knees, it can keep us there if we let it" (Rocky Balboa).
Our goal, through our dogs, will help inspire others to chase something that seems so far out there even the idea of it seems impossible. Some of our dogs were considered worthless and useless by other people and "professionals", but if they could see who they are now and the athletes they have become, they wouldn't believe it.
We are dedicating every mile on the trail towards this cause. We hope our digital journal will help inspire you to chase your dreams as well!! Please join #SleddingForHope by encouraging others in chasing their dreams as well!
Fernando, Dana and all of the Lobos!!
