Before the poor weather set in the participants from Tasiujaq were able to make it into Umiujaq. The Mushers from both teams are brother, while the partners are also brothers!
Willie Cain’s partner this year will be Putulik Saunders, while Billy Cains partner will be David Nayome.
Pre Race – Tasiujaq’s Teams arrive in Umiujaq
Excellent pictures! The Ivakkak is such a wonderful undertaking, where participation is more important than winning, and both participants and community members have fun.