February 23-24th, 2019

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2019/02/24 09:00:00
3 weeks ago

Summer is here, but nothing to fear. Only six more months before race day appears!

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A huge smile at the end of the race says it all - despite the challenges of the course, our team persevered and finished strong.

Photo by Les Conrad

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2 months ago

Memories of WolfTrack Classic 2018 - where were you when the first team went out?

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Mushers are a breed apart. They love their animals and put their dogs needs before their own. There is a bond between human and animal - trust, respect and understanding that they are a team ... See more

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2 months ago

While the cold, snow and winds of winter are gone, the sled dogs are waiting and ready with song.

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What's Happening

  • Race Day Menu – Come Join Us!

            The Grand Ely Lodge (400 N Pioneer Avenue) is serving as Race Central during the WolfTrack Classic Sled Dog Race on Sunday, February 24th.  We will have a special room with race memorabilia from both WolfTrack … Continued

  • AWARD CEREMONY

          AWARDS CEREMONY  Grand Ely Lodge – 400 N. Pioneer Rd., Ely, MN  Join us at the banquet room at the Grand Ely Lodge as we recognize the Titans of the Trail. In honor of our special guests, Grand … Continued

  • DURING THE RACE

          DURING THE RACE  There are several vantage points along the trail for the public to watch the mushers as they cross roads. This is a great opportunity for photos! Lead dogs are as much as 24-30 feet ahead … Continued

  • RACE START

          RACE START  Sunday, February 24 starting at 9:00 am – Ely Soft Ball Complex – Old Airport Rd and Hwy 1, Ely, MN On race day, spectators have another opportunity to mingle with the mushers and watch them … Continued

  • WELCOME TO ELY, MINNESOTA!

          WELCOME TO ELY, MINNESOTA  In Ely, Minnesota, winter is more than just a season – it is a snow packed play land. Located on the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Ely boasts a wide variety … Continued

  • Meet A WolfTrack Classic Race Team at Ely Winter Festival

      MEET THE TEAM   February 9, 2019 WolfTrack Classic Preview: February 9 from 11 am – 1 pm Whiteside Park – Ely, MN Ely Winter Fest is ten days of winter fun with many events for the entire family … Continued

  • MUSHER DINNER

      MUSHER DINNER   Join the competing 2019 Mushers, Handlers, WolfTrack Classic Board Members, and Volunteers for our annual pre-race event at the Vermilion Community College Cafeteria! Expect a special treat this year, as delicious all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner will be … Continued

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Thank You...

Special thanks to the City of Ely, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, St. Louis County, Bear Head Lake State Park and United States Forest Service for all their great support during the planning and implementation of the race. We appreciate the continued support of these organizations and their staff for the many ways they provide assistance to bring the WolfTrack Classic Sled Dog Race to Ely each year. Thank you!

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