This Saturday was the ceremonial start of the
Iditarod. The mushers and their dog teams run through Anchorage, starting in downtown and finishing south of town. The mushers will 'host' a person, usually a local, to ride with them in the sled. Lots of people get out and line the course and cheer on their favorite musher and get a close up look at the dogs. It's a great event and this year, Jes and I attending a 'Trail Gate.' This involved hanging out with a group of friends, drinking some beverages, and doing a lot of cheering. Our favorite musher is
Lance Mackey, he is a favorite to win again this year and could set a new record with his fifth consecutive title.
Directions to the event.
The mushers and their dog teams started coming right as we got there.
Note the booties that the dogs wear. They have to protect their paws against the cold, dry snow which is very abrasive.
A team with more noticeable booties.
Some of the group there and Jes, looking on.
And that was it, dog team, friends, some cold weather hats, and good times.
Cheers,
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