Fiercely independent and stronger than strong-the dogs and their human leader (Musher) are racing to finish the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Leader Lance Mackey as stolen the lead from Jeff King this afternoon.Each "musher" has a team of 12 to 16 dogs, the race lasts 10 to 17 days and the teams must cover over 1150 miles of Alaska's rough but beautiful terrain. Mushers train and prepare with their dogs for an entire year for the grueling race, some working around a full time job.
Sometimes referred to as "The Greatest Race" the Iditarod is followed by fans all over the world.
Learn more at the official site for the race-Iditarod.com.
Photos from Day 8 Here at Anchorage Daily News.
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