Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Checkpoint News March 1, 2010


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Merissa Osmar Wins The 2010 Jr Iditarod

It's a Family Tradition

And the Winner Is!

There's a new Jr. Iditarod Champion and she's the youngest link in the Osmar family to keep the tradition alive.  The 15 year old from Ninilchik, Alaska became the third Osmar to win the Jr.  Her Dad (Tim Osmar), won the race in 1982, 1983, and 1984.  Her sister (Nicole Osmar), won the race in 2004.   And her Grandfather (Dean Osmar) won the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race in 1984.  Click here to see Merissa's finish!

The Race to Break Trail Is On!

Iditarod Race Officials are working around the clock on the existing trail between Willow and Unalakleet, Alaska.  Many parts of the trail have little or no snow.  Iditarod Trail Breaker teams will begin the process of repairing sections of the trail in Rainy Pass in order to make it passable. Snowfall along with cooler temperatures would definitely help the situation.   We'll keep you updated throughout the week on the trail and on the work that's being done by the Trailbreakers.

IDITAROD XXXVIII is Set to Get Underway

This Saturday, March 6th. Don't miss any of the action on the Iditarod Insider. Live Streaming coverage of the start of the race begins at 9:45 am Alaska Time. This year's start will feature the 2010 Honorary Musher, Orin Seybert.  Orin has been an Alaskan Aviation Pioneer since he took to the skies as a teenager.  Orin will be riding in the basket of sled #1, driven by Jr Iditarod Champion, Merissa Osmar.

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Monday, March 1, 2010

Trail Breaker: February 27 , 2010


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Leaving the Starting line at Willow Lake Alaska

Jr Iditarod musher Merissa Osmar takes off toward Yentna Station, the halfway point in the 2010 Jr Iditarod. Merissa is familiar with mushing. Both her father (Tim) and Grandfather (Dean) are Iditarod legends.

Iditarod 2010 News Update: Trail Conditions… and more

The 2010 Jr Iditarod is underway. Thirteen teams are in this year's Jr Iditarod field. Take a look at how the race is progressing with the Insider GPS Tracker.  Click here to see what's happening in the race right now.  And don't forget to take a look at the Iditarod Insider for updates on the race results.

Iditarod Trailbreakers Are On The Move

With only a week to take advantage of colder weather and at least a little more snow,  Iditarod Trailbreakers will leave Willow, Alaska on Tuesday, March 2nd to begin the hard job of making the trail from Willow to Rainy Pass passable. Little snow and warm weather have combined to create demanding conditions all the way to Nikolai Checkpoint on the first third of the the trail that teams will travel on.  We are asking for all race fans to "Think Snow"!

Log on to Iditarod's Race Coverage on the trail to find out whats happening on the trail from now until the end of the race.

Here's a Great Way to Remember Iditarod 2010

Beginning March 8th Iditarod Race fans can begin bidding on very special Iditarod memorabilia: signed race bibs of the mushers in the 2010 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog race. Mark your calendar because the bidding will begin on March 8th on www.iditarodauctions.com .

Adventure, Endurance, Strategy, Execution, Teaming, Leadership…

all words that describe the 'Last Great Race on Earth.'® These same powerful words describe a winning formula in business, a formula we use to unleash the power of your team.

Iditarod Trail Committee has teamed up with International Speaker, Consultant, and Author of 'IDITAROD LEADERSHIP', Chris Fuller, for a one-day Leadership Conference Thursday, March 4.  Proceeds from this powerful learning experience will be donated back to the Iditarod.

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Thursday, February 25, 2010

Special Bulletin: February 24, 2010


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Logan Erickson Picking "Greens" With His Mother Donna!

You can make a big difference in a young child's life!

Help Us Help Logan!

Logan Erickson is a nine year boy diagnosed with Autism who lives in Unalakleet Alaska, a community that is full of wonderful people who have a deep appreciation for the Iditarod. Jeff and Donna Erickson, Logan's mother and father, have five boys and Logan is the youngest member of the family. This fall Iditarod musher, Dee Dee Jonrowe,  was visiting Unalakleet. She brought with her a dog named "Mr. Miyagi." Logan watched Mr. Miyagi with great interest. Then an amazing thing happened. Up until at day Logan had not spoken a single word. After Dee Dee left the Unalakleet Airport, Logan walked around the airport where his mother works and said, "Miyagi" several times. At first his mother did not recognize what he was saying but then she made the connection. That was a huge emotional breakthrough. Logan's first word was the name of a loving dog!

Logan's autism has developed to a point where he experiences problems sleeping and there are occasions when he wanders away. These are problems that service dogs can solve with warmth and affection. So that's our goal… to raise $13,500.00 to obtain a service dog for Logan. Logan's family and his community believes that a service dog will greatly enhance his life by providing him with the motivation to communicate and provide him with independence.

2004 Iditarod Champion Mitch Seavey's IditaRider has graciously  donated her IditaRide to help raise the funds for Logan's service dog. Click here to find out more about this very special opportunity to take the ride of a lifetime with an Iditarod Champion for a very special cause. If you are not able to bid on Mitch's sled but would like to be a part of this fundraiser, please know that any donation will be greatly appreciated.  Click here to find out how easy it is to donate!

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Tuesday, February 23, 2010

What's in Store: February 23, 2010


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Wear It Like You Mean It

The 2010 Limited Edition Hat

It's Time to Wear The Colors Of Iditarod 2010!

Get 10%  off when you purchase  $75 or more in merchandise from now until February 28th.  This limited offer includes any item in the Iditarod Online Store… the Official Store for all things that are Iditarod!

That includes Special Edition Items…

Like the 2008 Limited Edition Hat on sale right now! This hat isn't only a great way to stay in the shade… it's also a one of a kind part of Iditarod memorabilia…and Iditarod History!

TIME IS RUNNING OUT

To get plugged into the 2010 edition of the Iditarod Insider! Live streaming of the START, RESTART, AND FINISH of the 2010 field. But that's just the beginning…. hundreds of Insider video on demand updates as all the drama unfolds on the Iditarod Trail… and Insider GPS Tracker… with up to the minute coverage of each teams progress up the Northern Route of the Iditarod Trail.  It's the ULTIMATE INSIDER and the only place you can see the entire race is on Iditarod Insider.  Get it today… click here and be a part of  "The Last Great Race on Earth."

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Wednesday, February 17, 2010

What's in Store: February 17, 2010

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Gear Up For Iditarod 2010

With a free Iditarod 2010 Race Guide. See How easy it is to get yours!

Gear Up For the 2010 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race!

Order at least $75 worth of Official Iditarod gear, and you'll get the 2010 Official Race Guide FREE!!! This offer only lasts until February 24th, 2010! (enter promotional code FRG10 to get your free 2010 Race Guide.)

The Insider is The Only Place…

Where you can get the most comprehensive coverage of the 2010 Iditarod. Live streaming coverage of the start, restart and finish… daily Insider Video on Demand stories of the race as the drama unfolds from the front of the pack to the back of the pack… and Insider GPS Tracker makes sure you know exactly where each musher in the field is. The Insider is the only place where you can get the most updated, most concise coverage of IDITAROD XXXVIII. Click here and get your subscription today!

Looking For a Great Deal on Official Iditarod Apparel

The Iditarod Store has great sales going on throughout the 2010 Iditarod. Check out the store's stylish hoodies and many more items! They're on sale right now. Click here for all the great sales at the Official Iditarod Store!

Don't Forget to Order The Latest Insider Epic Documentary

"Purely Alaskan: Iditarod" is a two hour look into the history of "The Last Great Race on Earth." told by the men and "Purely Alaskan: Iditarod" is a two hour look into the history of "The Last Great Race on Earth." told by the men and women who helped shape it and make it the premier sled dog race in the world. The EMMY award winning Insider production team brings this dramatic story to you in true Iditarod fashion. Order yours today… it's a must see!

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Sunday, February 14, 2010

Trail Breaker: February 14, 2010

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Making Hay

Iditarod Restart Coordinator Jennifer Ambrose prepares a pallet of "Iditarod Straw" for shipment to Iditarod Checkpoints

It's "Game On" Time!

2010 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race organizers are cranking it up… bagging, loading, and airlifting thousands of pounds of straw especially designed for the canine athletes that run "The Last Great Race on Earth."

Get Your Insider Today… and Get Ready To See Coverage of "The Last Great Race" Like Never Before

The Iditarod Insider enters its fifth year of providing the most comprehensive coverage of the field, strategies, and the drama from start to finish.  Live streaming coverage of the start in Anchorage, the restart in Willow, and the finish in Nome are just one part of Insider coverage.  EMMY awarding Insider Video On Demand updates filed daily, and real time GPS Tracking round out the online subscription service that is there covering every element of the race.  Become an ultimate Insider today by clicking here now!

Insider Analyst Has The Inside on the 2010 Front Runners

Insider Analyst, Bruce Lee, is already looking at what the front runners of the 2010 are doing in order to get ready for their "Run for the Roses" (and the 2010 4X4 Dodge Ram pick up truck from Anchorage Chrysler Dodge.) Click here and take a look at what the field is up to.

Purely Alaskan:  It's Purely Iditarod!

The EMMY Award Winning Iditarod Insider has done it again; A two hour look at the history of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race,  from Joe Redington's dream to Lance Mackey living the dream.  It's all here… and you can own yours now by clicking here.

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