Mushers Banquet

Dear Boys and Girls,
You made my day on Friday! I could tell you were ready for the “Last Great Race” to begin. Even though I couldn’t see your faces, I could tell you had worked hard to be prepared for the Mushers Banquet. Your speeches were fantastic! How did your placemats come out? Did you enjoy your special snack? Thank you so much for singing the Iditarod Trail Song to me. It put a smile on my face that lasted all day! During the Mushers Banquet here in Anchorage I was able to meet all 24 of your mushers. I will give you their autographs on Wednesday when I return. You wouldn’t believe how much they appreciated your good luck cards. Guess who I met at the Banquet? Hobo Jim! He gave me his autograph, too. Here is a slide show of pictures I took that evening. You might see your musher, so make sure to pay attention!