Team
2026–2027.

I am well over 50 and live a long stone’s throw from the kennel. I work as an electrician and all-round handyman. I have spent my whole life hunting and fishing, accompanied by various working dogs.

On trips, I usually travel with a pulk or hike with dogs carrying packs. I have now been given the opportunity to join Lene and her dogs in mushing. I have worked as a handler at several races and have gradually gained considerable experience with the team.

I am 22 and come from Engerdal. I grew up with dogs, including elkhounds and Alaskan huskies. During the 2023–2024 school year, I attended the dog-mushing programme at Alta Folk High School. That was where my interest in mushing truly grew.

Before the 2024–2025 season, I contacted Lene. I joined training sessions throughout the season and worked as a handler at Femundløpet. For the 2025–2026 season, I returned to Alta and spent a full year focused on dog mushing. I worked as a kennel assistant at Jøraholmen, had the opportunity to race myself, and served as a handler both there and for Trollhusky at Femundløpet.

I am now studying nursing in Oslo, but I want to continue with dog mushing. Whenever I have time, I hope to join the rest of the team in training Lene’s dogs.

I grew up on a farm and have always been surrounded by animals in one form or another. I have long been fascinated by dog mushing, but until now I have not had the opportunity to take part myself.

As my own group of dogs continues to grow, I am happy to join the team and learn good routines from Lene and her dogs. This is going to be a fun season!