| THe Iditarod Fact Book: A Complete Guide To The Last Great Race by Sue Mattson details the race, the people, and the dogs as well as presenting information about gear and places. Price $10.00
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The Iditarod Fact Book is jam-packed with fascinating facts and figures about the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race including information about the dogs, mushers, organizers and volunteers, sleds and gear, distances on the trail, and a complete text of the official rules. This guide is a “must-have” reference in any school classroom studying the Iditarod. Updated following the 2006 race, this handy guide has sections focusing on race champions, checkpoints, mushers’ clothing, the expense of running the race, inherent dangers on the trail, entry requirements, food for the dogs and drivers, race history and the Iditarod Trail Committee, pronunciations, mandatory layovers, love for the dogs, mountain passes and weather, special prizes, sponsors, strategies, vet care, and much more.
ALL NEW EDITION! /192 pgs / Trade Paperback / 5" by 8" / 90 photos
Pub Date: 2006
Book Donated from www.EpicenterPress.com to help in getting my team to Nome! |