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2nd Graders Mush in 14th Annual ‘Ikidarod’ at North Shore Community School

2nd graders pulled their classmates on sleds along the trail on the environmental charter school's 40 acre-land.

February 18, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s the season of mushing but for one annual Duluth race Friday it wasn’t dogs pulling sleds. North Shore Community School ran the 14th annual “Ikidarod” race. 2nd graders pulled their classmates on sleds along the trail on the environmental charter school’s 40 acre-land. Educators say for the past month they’ve been tying geography, math, and science lessons…

2nd Annual Northern Pines Sled Dog Race Happening in Iron River

The Northern Pines Sled Dog Race is Happening Saturday, February 15, 2020

February 10, 2020

Brett Scott,

IRON RIVER, Wis. – The community of Iron River, Wisconsin, is thrilled to be hosting the 2nd annual Northern Pines Sled Dog Race on Saturday, February 15. The event is happening at the Northern Pines Golf Course and Event Center. It’s free and open to the public. Races will begin around 8:30 a.m. Organizers encourage families in the region come…

300 Mile North Shore Journey Ends at Beargrease Finish Line

Ryan Reddington, Keith Aili, Ryan Anderson first three to cross finish line.

January 28, 2020

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- An exciting night in Grand Portage, as crowds gathered at the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon finish line to welcome the mushers with cheers and support as they completed their nearly 300 mile journey. “The dogs know when they’re getting close to the end they can smell the smoke in the air,” said Race Marshall Stan Passananti. Around…

Bales of Straw for Beargrease Dog Bedding Stolen

Cost to replace the necessary straw is about $2,000.

October 30, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon just experienced a bit of a roadblock putting this race together this year. A regular phone call to the straw supplier turned into a nightmare of a problem as $2,000 worth of straw was stolen right from the farmer’s property. The 200 bales of straw are used at checkpoints along the course…

Beargrease Marathon Kicks Off with Opening Ceremony

Mushers and Fans Eat and Share Memories

January 26, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The cold and snow is good news for one crowd: the mushers and dogs in the 2019 John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon, running from Sunday at noon, to Tuesday 1/29 in the afternoon. As they prepare for their long treks, they celebrated with an opening ceremony at Lake Superior College. A huge crowd came out in support of…

John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon Festivities Begin Friday

Winter Weather Causes Good Trail and Race Conditions

January 23, 2018

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – This weekend athletes who have been training all year will finally have their time in the snow. The John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon is Sunday, January 28. However, festivities are already underway. The Cutest Puppy Contest has already taken place and more fun is yet to come. On Friday, January 26, a new event, The Beergrease is…

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2nd Graders Mush in 14th Annual ‘Ikidarod’ at North Shore Community School

2nd graders pulled their classmates on sleds along the trail on the environmental charter school's 40 acre-land.

2nd Annual Northern Pines Sled Dog Race Happening in Iron River

The Northern Pines Sled Dog Race is Happening Saturday, February 15, 2020

300 Mile North Shore Journey Ends at Beargrease Finish Line

Ryan Reddington, Keith Aili, Ryan Anderson first three to cross finish line.

Bales of Straw for Beargrease Dog Bedding Stolen

Cost to replace the necessary straw is about $2,000.

Beargrease Marathon Kicks Off with Opening Ceremony

Mushers and Fans Eat and Share Memories

John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon Festivities Begin Friday

Winter Weather Causes Good Trail and Race Conditions

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