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2020 Kobuk 440 Cancellation
In light of COVID-19, guidance from the Center for Disease Control as well as the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services, and the indication that stronger measures may be coming, the Kobuk 440 Board of Directors is cancelling the 2020 Kobuk 440 Sled Dog Race. It is a difficult decision to come to, knowing what the event means to the mushers, volunteers, and supporters. However, we must follow state and federal guidance and do our part to stop the spread of COVID-19 in Alaska. We feel that it would be irresponsible to hold an event which brings people in, through international airports, to the remote communities of the Northwest Arctic. The social gatherings, typically the most special part of our race, would present a risk too great to the residents of the villages, particularly the elders. We realize that mushers, volunteers, and supporters have already put time and resources into this year’s race. We apologize for any inconvenience; the Board is already hard at work on how we can reallocate resources, time, and passion towards continued support for dog mushing the Northwest Arctic. We would like to thank you for your interest in participating in the Kobuk 440, and we hope you will join us in making the 2021 Kobuk 440 the best one yet! |
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