Iditarod Themed Fun

We watched the Ceremonial Start of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race in Anchorage this morning. Some of our viewing was done from the upper levels of our parking garage which conveniently bordered 4th Avenue.

Lance Mackey, defending champion, leaves the chute.

Alicia May brought her toy sled dog to the festivities.

After watching some dog mushing, we also visited the Alaska Native Heritage Center. We saw a great film about an Alaska Native dog musher. And we took a walking tour of the village sites.

Rebecca at the Musher's Banquet posing with mushers, DeeDee Jonrowe and Lance Mackey.

We wrapped up the day with a quick jaunt down to Turnagain Arm for some scenic vistas. The weather was clear and beautiful today. We're hoping it's equally nice tomorrow when we head to Willow Lake for the Official Start of the Iditarod.