In 1925, a diphtheria epidemic threatened the town of Nome. The much needed serum was raced from Nenana to Nome by dog team. Today this historic event is commemorated with the world famous Iditarod Sled Dog Race. The competition starts in Anchorage on the first Saturday in March.
Teams continue to arrive day and night for the next week and a half.
Every year as many over 65 mushers and their dog teams compete in this 1000 mile, grueling endurance race. Here is the route they follow.