Iditarod 2009: McGrath Checkpoint Tour

By now you've all probably seen plenty of what it looks like at the Iditarod starts: Cheering crowds, masses of media, lots of activity and noise. What you probably haven't seen much of is what the Iditarod looks like out at the many checkpoints along the trail. Proportionately speaking, the Iditarod is no less of a "big deal" in these remote locations, there just aren't very many people -- or in some cases any people -- to make such a scene.

Doug shot this "tour of the checkpoint" footage during his time in McGrath, and I think it provides an excellent opportunity to see what it's like "out there." As you watch, keep in mind that McGrath is actually one of the larger checkpoints on the Iditarod. The smallest consist of nothing more than a couple of tents!

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