Kelly Barton

Hometown: Bend, Oregon

Kennel: Paradox Siberians

Lead Dog's Names: Larka and Sabin

Years Racing: 16

When and how did you get started mushing? I started with an overweight lab mix form the shelter in Los Angeles California running at the parks with other people with pet Siberians in 2006-7. After starting college at Oregon State, I met up with Karen Yeargain and began competitive racing with her Siberians and the rest is history.

What have been your mushing highlights? Raising my first litter in 2023 and completing my first 2 100 mile races last year.

Future Goals Rocky Mountain Triple Crown (2026) and the Canadian Mail Run BC.