The starting line. This was when I really realized I was at the Iditarod - somewhere I never thought I'd be!
Kit in her winter finery.
We got there early, to secure both a parking spot and a good place right up against the fence. The girls kept themselves busy while we waited making "Mount McKinleys" and snow angels. They've definitely adjusted to living in Alaska!
Are you ready for some happy dogs?
Have you ever been so excited to run that you tasted your own eyeball? Didn't think so.
The camaraderie and excitement was infectious. There were a few countries represented in this year's Iditarod: Norway, New Zealand, Canada, and surprisingly,
Jamaica!
This was so cool. Arlie had been learning about dog racing and the Iditarod in school and she was excited to see it in person. She and her friend waved at every dog and oohed and aahed over all the dog booties (the shoes, not the dog's booty). We ate reindeer dogs and tried not to get run over by snow mobiles. It wasn't too cold and ended up being a really fun day!
2 comments:
This is Willow, yes? Such a blast! xoxo
Yes, it is! We are so happy we drove out for the official start. :)
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