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Iditarod sled dog race forced to change starting point |
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10 Jan 2008 |
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| Posted at 2:47 PM on 10 Jan 2008 The famous Iditarod sled dog race is undergoing permanent changes as organizers cope with urban sprawl and a warming climate. For the ceremonial start to the competition on Mar. 1, racers will travel 11 miles instead of the traditional 18 miles. The race itself will kick off Mar. 2 from Willow, Alaska, 30 miles north of the traditional starting town of Wasilla. Says Stan Hooley of the Iditarod Tra ... |
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