2008-2012 Chosen as Official Iditarod Centennial
First scouted in 1908, the Iditarod Trail was completed by crews working through mid-winter temperatures of -50°F in 1910 and 1911.
Centennial Events
From January 2008 through October 2012, individuals, groups, communities and agencies will host a variety of events and projects that commemorate the centennial of the historic Iditarod Trail. Learn about recent events and what’s coming up. More…
Get Involved
There is plenty of time to develop an event or project that commemorates the historic Iditarod. Got an idea? Have some pieces of history in your basement or attic that you would like to share? Involved in a group that may want to sponsor a project? The Iditarod Centennial Organizing Committee can help you get started, find partners, and resources.
1908 Report on the
Seward to Nome Trail
“Sirs: I have the honor to report of the Winter Reconnaissance, Seward to Nome, just completed, under written and verbal instructions of Captain Pillsbury, dated January 4th, 1908 as follows: After having two basket sleds and 18 sets of dog harness made and assembling provisions and camp outfit at Seattle, I sailed on the SS Northwestern on Jan. 16th and reached Seward on…” Download here…
