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Training Begins
Members of Team Ts’alvit work on their paddling technique at the Whitehorse pool, Thursday.
TRAINING BEGINS – Members of Team Ts’alvit work on their paddling technique at the Whitehorse pool, Thursday. The Yukon River Quest voyageur team began training Jan. 9 ahead of the 2016 race, set for June 29 to July 3. Pool training is combined with cross-country skiing, swimming and cycling in preparation for a strong race performance. The team plans to hit open water in early March. Ts’alvit translates to ‘Arctic Loon’ in Gwich'in. Photo courtesy of HARRY KERN
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