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Adventuresome women, such as Riddles, Butcher, and Jonrowe, prove their grit in the rugged, 1100 mile sled dog race from Anchorage to Nome.

Sled dog teams and mushers race 1150 miles across a remote and dangerous winter landscape to celebrate Alaska and the Iditarod National Historic Trail.

The Last Great Race on Earth, a grueling dog event that has been protested by some, requires much training and preparation of the huskies and mushers.

Iditarod dogs can work up enormous appetites. What do these canine athletes eat to give them the strength to pull a sled all the way across Alaska?

Learn how to plan a Unit Study Approach lesson plan for all ages (using themes) in your home school. Examples and advice for family learning across the curriculum follow.

This article shares one idea of how to use the Iditarod as a vehicle to practice inferring with English Language Learners.

Researchers study athletic power of Alaskan sled dogs who pull sleds over 1,100 miles of rugged terrain in extreme conditions over a period of several days.

Sled Dogs are an important part of the story of the Yukon and the Klondike.

Alaskan huskies may be a combination of breeds and conform simply to a standard of performance. (Photo courtesy of internetclipart.com)

Winter outdoor activities in Alaska include skiing and snowshoeing, along with opportunities to try ice climbing, dogsledding, ice fishing, and ice carving.

Visit Alaska during the summer, viewing Mt. McKinley, glaciers and wildlife, by air, while hiking, or riding by train, enjoying the extended daylight.

Recipes and tips for tailgating or watching the game at home.

Alaska Cruises from the Port of Seward means finding the best cruise ship transfer to or from Anchorage, and choosing the best restaurants and attractions by the pier.

The Alaska Zoo, the Imaginarium and the indoor waterpark are kid-friendly attractions in Anchorage that families cruising with children on an Alaska cruise can enjoy.

The climate in Alaska can be a little inhospitable for both men and women. But women have thrived here, putting a softer glow on the days of the gold rush.

Walking, swimming, doggy freestyle dancing, and harness activities are a few ways to control weight, live longer and have fun and fitness with your dog.

To experience the excitement of a sled dog race up close, head to Saskatchewan, Canada to see competitors race their way over some of the province's most historic trails.

To experience the excitement of a sled dog race up close, head to Saskatchewan, Canada to see competitors race their way over some of the province's most historic trails.

Dog sledding championship is a qualifying race for the Iditarod in Alaska.

From sled dog races and festivals to beer festivities and meeting the Lieutenant Governor, Saskatchewan brings in the action.

Just a few hours north of Los Angeles, you will find yourself in the picturesque Mammoth, California where you can so everything from skiing to dog sledding.

The best way to know what goes into your dog's food is to make it yourself. Try one of these easy dog food recipes and watch your pup smile.

Diphtheria, the child strangler, kills quickly and with ferocity, the gray mucus membranes growing back in the throat and in the nasal passages, suffocates its victims.

Clothing your dog can be fun. Most dogs look adorable wearing holiday costumes, stylish sweaters, coats, and booties. However, doggy clothes can be functional as well.

Discover winter fun in Montana, where festivals celebrate winter with sporting events such as snowmobiling, snow sculpture contests, sled dog races and ski-joring trials.

Poodles are elegant, lively, athletic dogs. They're smart, come in three sizes, and don't shed. But are they for everyone?

North of the Arctic Circle, Bettles, Alaska, has one road, an airstrip, a lodge, and lots of adventure, including bush plane trips, dogsledding, and the Aurora Borealis.