The Jr. Iditarod mushers are back on the trail heading to Willow and the finish line. Julia Cross lead all mushers into Yentna and departed at 03:44 to lead all mushers to Willow. Trailbreakers departed before the mushers. Measurable snow fell during the night to create a winter wonderland. Yentna reported 16 inches and Eagle Song reported 2 feet.
All teams are back on the trail. Bjorn Keller, the final musher to depart the halfway checkpoint brought his team onto the river at 05:46
Enjoy these photos from start on Knik Lake. Keep track of where the mushers are on the trail at www.jriditarod.comthrough GPS Tracker and Race Standings. The Celebration of Success Banquet will be at the Willow Community Center this evening at 6 pm. Tickets can be purchased at the door.
