Iditarod

Eye on the Trail: Serum Run Series – Who was Leonhard Seppala?

As they waited for news that diphtheria anti-toxin had been located, Nome’s emergency Board of Health was creating a plan to get the much needed serum from the railroad terminus in Nenana to the desperate people of Nome. While aviation enthusiasts were evaluating the available “airships” and looking for a pilot,  the “better to be …

2025 Educational Trail Mail Design Winner and Finalists

This year’s theme, “Under the Burled Arch in Nome” brought us many fabulous Trail Mail Art Contest entries. Thanks to everyone who participated. Teagan R., age 12, of Omaha, Nebraska has been selected as the artist for the 2025 Trail Mail envelopes.  Teagan’s design was selected by Jon and Jona Van Zyle to be printed …

Eye on the Trail: Serum Run Series – Air Mail Express?

With no roads, no trains and a frozen Bering Sea, shipping options were limited back in 1925 when Nome desperately needed diphtheria anti-toxin.  Ground transport by experienced mail carriers and their trusted dog teams would be the tried and true method but Aviation enthusiasts were quick to suggest airmail would be a much faster way …

Eye on the Trail: Remembering Stuart Nelson, Jr. DVM – It’s All About the Dogs!

Stu Nelson, a soft spoken man, but a giant in the world of sled dogs and adventure, passed away unexpectedly in late September near his home in northern Idaho.  Dr. Stu Nelson has served Iditarod – both sled dogs and mushers for 38 years.  Iditarod is all about the dogs and so was Nelson!  He’s …

The ITC Mourns the Loss of Head Veterinarian, Dr. Stu Nelson

  It is with great sadness that we announce that the Iditarod’s Head Veterinarian, Dr. Stuart Nelson, passed away earlier this week in Idaho.  Dr. Stu Nelson, Jr. has been a part of the Iditarod Family and an integral part of The Last Great Race® for 38 years and will be missed tremendously. We encourage …

Iditarod Teacher on the Trail™ Application

The Application for the 2026 Iditarod Teacher on the Trail™️ is Here The Iditarod Teacher on the TrailTM program is a unique opportunity for one selected educator to teach beyond the traditional classroom walls via Internet and to be involved in a program that reaches students around the world during a one-year volunteer teaching job. Be …

The Iditarod & Alaska SPCA Announce Partnership

  The Iditarod announced today that they have formed a partnership with the Alaska SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals).  Starting on October 1, 2024, 10% of all proceeds from the Iditarod Lotto will be donated to the Alaska SPCA to help towards their mission of promoting animal welfare in the state …

Joshua Robbins Sanctioned by Disqualification From the 2024 Iditarod

    As of September 10, 2024, the Iditarod has announced that, due to violation of Rule 39, Joshua Robbins’ 27th place finish during the 2024 Iditarod will be vacated.   Rule 39 states, “No oral or topical drug which may suppress the signs of illness or injury may be used on a dog. No …

AOPA Presents Premiere | Wings of the Iditarod

What’s the IAF All About? Watch to find out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fL_KHOqPmSc In the heart of Alaska, where the wild stretches far beyond the reach of the ordinary, lies a testament to endurance, courage, and the unbreakable bond between human and dog. This is the Iditarod, the world’s most famous sled dog race, tracing a century-old route …

Eye on the Trail: Iditarod Welcomes EDU Co-Directors

Linda Fenton and Jim Deprez will be sharing the broad spectrum of duties that fall under the heading of Iditarod Education.  Coinciding with the beginning of a new school year, Iditarod announced the co-directorship effective the first of September.  Likely their names sound familiar.  They’ve both served as Teacher on the Trail™ and have taken …