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It is a dogsled race that takes place in Alaska. There is a ceremonial start in Anchorage Alaska, however, due to the urban nature of the area, after the ceremony the race moves to Willow Alaska, about 80 miles north of Anchorage, and goes from Willow to Nome Alaska.
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How often is the Iditarod race?
once every year
Why did the Iditarod happen?
It was Joe Reddington's goal to save the sled dog, as it was disappearing with the advent of snowmobiles.
Who is the father of the iditarod and why is that?
At a time when dog mushing was fading, a man that lived in Knik, Alaska had the idea of a dog mushing race from Knik to Nome. His name was Joe Redington Sr. often called the father of the Iditarod. He started the Iditarod Sled Dog Race in 1973.
Who is the iditarod is named after?
the iditarod is named after the ghost town iditarod in the northern route.
Which is the halfway point for the Iditarod in this years race?
The "halfway point" checkpoint for the iditarod race is Ophir to Iditarod
What do you call it when an Iditarod team has to quit the race?
Iditarod
What language is for the Iditarod?
It is Alaskian because the Iditarod is in Alaska!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Who began the Iditarod?
the iditarod originated from the serum run.
Why do people enter the Iditarod?
People enter the Iditarod to win the money. They also enter the race to be in the outdoors and to say that they raced the Iditarod. People enter the Iditarod to win the money. They also enter the race to be in the outdoors and to say that they raced the Iditarod.
Why is Joe Reddington father of the Iditarod?
Joe Reddington is often referred to as the "Father of the Iditarod" because he played a significant role in the creation of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race in Alaska. He was one of the founders of the race and worked tirelessly to promote and preserve the tradition of sled dog racing in Alaska. His efforts helped establish the Iditarod as one of the most famous and challenging sled dog races in the world.
How dangerous is the Iditarod race?
the iditarod can be very dangerous at times.
When is the Iditarod held -?
The first day of the Iditarod is March 2nd, 2013
