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Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime on March 2, as we join in the excitement of the Iditarod Race, famously known as "The Last Great Race on Earth"! This unique event began back in 1973, driven by the idea of preserving the historic sled dog culture in Alaska and the important role it played in the state's heritage. With a snow-filled course of about a thousand miles spanning from Anchorage to Nome, the Iditarod Race is a pure testament of endurance, courage, and bonding between mushers and their canine companions. Prepare to be inspired as we celebrate not just a race, but also an indomitable spirit of grit, resilience, and incredible team work!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1925</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Serum Run to Nome</div><div class='timeline-text'>A relay of 20 musher teams navigates through heavy blizzards to deliver life-saving diphtheria serum to Nome, inspiring the Iditarod Race.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1966</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Iditarod Trail Committee Formation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Dorothy G. Page forms the Iditarod Trail Committee with the intent of preserving the historic sled dog legacy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1973</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Iditarod Race</div><div class='timeline-text'>The inaugural Iditarod Race takes place, aiming to commemorate the historic 1925 serum run and Alaskan mushers' tradition.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1977</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inclusion in International Sled Dog Racing</div><div class='timeline-text'>The race gains international recognition when it is included as a regular circuit in the International Federation of Sleddog Sports.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1986</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Woman to Win Iditarod</div><div class='timeline-text'>Libby Riddles becomes the first woman to win the grueling Iditarod Race under treacherous weather conditions.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Fastest Victory Time</div><div class='timeline-text'>Musher Martin Buser sets the fastest victory time ever, finishing the race in 8 days, 22 hours, 46 minutes, and 2 seconds.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Follow the race online</h3><p class='facts-text'>Get front-row seats to the exhilarating event by keeping track of the race's progress online in real time. There are several websites that provide live tracking, enabling you to root for your favorite mushers and teams even from the comfort of home.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host an Iditarod themed party</h3><p class='facts-text'>Gather your fellow dog and winter sports enthusiasts for an Iditarod-themed party. Use sled dog and Alaskan decorations, serve winter comfort food, and run a race prediction contest for added fun.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Adopt a dog team</h3><p class='facts-text'>Many of the race teams offer “Adopt a Dog” events or fundraising efforts where you can donate to a particular team. This way, you directly support the mushers and their faithful dogs and also become part of their journey.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Visit a sled dog kennel</h3><p class='facts-text'>Get a close-up look at the heroes of the race by visiting a sled dog kennel. This is an opportunity to learn about the training, discipline, and immense care that goes into preparing for the competition.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Read about historic races</h3><p class='facts-text'>Immerse yourself in the rich history and incredible tales of past Iditarod races. Numerous books and documentaries offer a closer look at the gripping stories of determination, survival, and teamwork that define this iconic event.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>We admire the courage and determination</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The Iditarod Race is a great testament to the human spirit's resilience and strength. The mushers braving the harsh Alaskan wilderness show us that no obstacle is too big when you're fighting for something you believe in - in this case, preserving a beautiful and unique part of Alaskan heritage.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It showcases the bond between mushers and their dogs</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>What better way to see the incredible bond between human and dog than through the Iditarod Race? These teams navigate thousand miles of wilderness together, relying entirely on each other for survival - it's a masterclass in trust, loyalty, and teamwork.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's an exciting event with various ways to participate</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>You can follow the race online, host a themed party or even adopt a dog team. These many ways to participate make it inclusive and fun, whether you're an avid dog lover or an adventure junkie. It's a shared experience that brings us all together every year.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Iditarod Race is named after a historic town</h3><p class='facts-content'>The Iditarod is actually named after the town of Iditarod, an important place during the Alaska gold rush and the endpoint of the initial Iditarod Trail.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Race includes two routes</h3><p class='facts-content'>The Iditarod Race alternates between a northern and a southern route every other year, providing unique challenges and scenic diversity to the participants.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Red lantern for the last place</h3><p class='facts-content'>In the spirit of camaraderie, the musher who finishes last in the Iditarod Race is awarded a red lantern as a symbol of perseverance.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Record Number of Canine Participants</h3><p class='facts-content'>The maximum number of dogs a musher can start the race with is 16. In 2018, this added up to a record number of 2,052 dogs participating.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Youngest and Oldest Winners</h3><p class='facts-content'>Dallas Seavey became the youngest winner of the Iditarod at age 25 in 2012, while colonel Norman Vaughan was the oldest to complete the race at age 82 in 1990.</p></div></div>
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