Thank you to everyone involved in Mush for a Cure 2008. Without the help of the many volunteers this event would not have been possible. We appreciate all of the donations, hospitality and cooperation received during this great event. A big thank you to the mushers and their handlers for being a part of Mush for a Cure. With the pledges received by mushers and various other donations the event will have raised over $13,000 for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Congratulations Everyone, you did an awesome job and we hope to see you in 2009!
If you would like to donate, please contact us at www.MushForACure.com or send a check made out to “Mush For a Cure” and mail to:
Mush For a Cure
PO Box 282
Grand Marais, MN 55604
What is the 2008 Mush For a Cure Fun Run? The Mush For a Cure Fun Run is a non-competitive sled dog run with proceeds donated to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. This is not a race, no awards will be given for order of finish. This is a fun event to celebrate the sport of dog mushing and to cap off a winter of hard work, training and racing while raising funds to find a cure for breast cancer. The minimal entry fee is to cover the costs of insurance, trail permitting, etc. This can be in the form of a personal check from the participant, raised in pledges or both. However, participants can choose to get pledges above and beyond the entry fee. Pledge forms are available upon request or by scrolling down to the link at the bottom of this page. Prizes will be awarded to the person who raises the most pledges.
Since this is a fundraiser for breast cancer research, an award will be given for the most outrageous pink outfit/costume. This award is not limited to the race participants…handlers, volunteers, event organizers and spectators are encourged to participate!
When: March 15, 2008 12:00 noon
Where: Start at Gunflint Pines Resort on Gunflint Lake and finish at Trail Center Lodge on Poplar Lake. North of Grand Marais, MN on the historic Gunflint Trail.
Type of start: Sourdough/shot gun start….mushers hop out of their sleeping bags, put on their boots, and hitch up their team before taking off down Gunflint Lake. There will be optional poker cards handed out at select road crossings for the drivers that would like to participate.
Length: 24 miles
Team size: 5-8 dogs (left to the discretion of the team driver).
Entry Fee: $50
Questions? Contact Mary at info@BlackMagicKennels.com
Due to parking limitations at the start, the 2008 Mush For a Cure Fun Run is limited to the first 50 teams to “reserve” their parking space, no money is needed to reserve your space as no money will be collected until registration the day of the event. To reserve your parking spot, e-mail info@MushForACure.com with your name, kennel name (and if you are running a team from a different kennel), mailing and e-mail addresses, and a little information about yourself and why you are participating in the event along with a photo. Also, please scroll down to the bottom of this page and print off the entry form, fill it out and bring with you to registration.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
All events take place on Saturday, March 15
9:00 a.m.: Mushers check-in opens at Gunflint Pines Resort.
12:00 noon: Mass sourdough start on Gunflint Lake.
Noon-3:00: Opportunities to see the dog teams along the trail. Suggested sites: Start: Gunflint Pines, Gunflint Resort. Along the trail: Gunflint Lake boat landing, Iron Lake Access, Old Gunflint Trail (both west and east ends) Poplar Lake: Windigo Lodge, Nor’wester Lodge and the finish at Trail Center Lodge.
2:00-4:00: Teams coming into the finish line at Trail Center Lodge. Finishers bonfire, hot dog/marshmallow roast and party tent sponsored by Sarah and the gang at Trail Center Lodge.
5:00-6:00′ish: Awards presentation to largest pledge collector(s), most outrageous pink outfit and best five card stud poker hand. There will also be a drawing for miscellaneous prizes for participants…who must be present to win.
7-10:00: Live band, Rod and Reel, inside Trail Center Lodge. Hang out on the Gunflint Trail for a great time with Sarah and the gang and your mushing friends!
