T-Dog 50: Bring the Whole Family! The T-Dog 50 is back for 2027, following the same format as last year! Despite its name, this race is actually 48 miles, taking participants from Nenana to Fairbanks, traveling upriver on the beautiful Tanana River to finish at Trail Breaker Kennel. Open to dog mushers, skijorers, bikejorers, bikers, and skiers, the T-Dog 50 is a chance for participants of all ages and experience levels to get out on the trail and be part of the T-Dog community. New this year, we’re increasing the maximum dog team size to 10 dogs! This change celebrates the growing popularity of tag sleds and our enthusiasm for making dog mushing a family affair. Whether you’re heading down the trail with your grandchild or your best friend, we want you to be part of the experience. For newer mushers, the T-Dog 50 is a great place to start building race experience, especially if you’re hoping to work your way up to a longer, multi-leg race in the future. It’s an opportunity to gain confidence, learn from fellow participants, and experience the excitement of race day. We love bringing different winter sports together on the same trail! The wide, flat expanse of the Tanana River makes this a wonderful course for mushers, skijorers, bikejorers, skiers, and bikers to share an adventure. With an aid station halfway along the route, the T-Dog 50 offers a welcoming opportunity for human athletes from different disciplines to experience the excitement of a winter sled dog race. Photo credit: @wmphotographyakdogs @margaret.h.photo

T-Dog 135: A Multisport Adventure The T-Dog 135 is back, and this year we’re reopening our middle-distance race to skijor and bikejor participants alongside dog mushers, bikers, and skiers! All participants will begin with a trailhead start in Manley Hot Springs between 8 AM and 10 AM on Saturday morning. From there, they’ll travel 86 miles self-supported to Nenana, managing their own travel and rest schedules along the way. The trail travels 31 miles from Manley to the historic Tolovana Roadhouse, where participants can expect a warm welcome, hospitality, and potable drinking water for human athletes. Participants are welcome to stop and enjoy the hospitality but are not required to use Tolovana as a checkpoint. From Tolovana, participants will continue another 55 miles self-supported to Nenana. Human-powered participants should review the recommended gear list and be prepared for this remote stretch of trail. On Sunday morning at 8 AM, dog-powered participants will come together for a Sourdough Start in Nenana, setting off on the final 48-mile stretch up the Tanana River to the finish line at Trail Breaker Kennel in Fairbanks. Human-powered skiers and bikers will travel the same route but are not required to rest or participate in the Sourdough Start in Nenana. Skiers and bikers do not have a mandatory arrival time in Nenana; however, they must depart the Nenana checkpoint no later than 2 PM on Sunday. Whether you’re racing on runners, skis, or wheels, the T-Dog 135 is an opportunity to challenge yourself, share the trail, and be part of our growing winter sports community in the Tanana Valley! Photo credit: @wmphotographyakdogs @margaret.h.photo

T-Dog 200: Connecting Historic Trails and Communities This year, the T-Dog is finally achieving a goal we’ve been working toward for years: connecting Susan Butcher’s two iconic homes in Fairbanks and Eureka, Alaska! We’re thrilled to reopen historic trails between Minto, Eureka, and Manley for mushers to explore. The new route brings a slightly different format while preserving the T-Dog spirit of self-supported wilderness travel, thoughtful dog care, and camaraderie. The trail offers a little bit of everything! From challenging hill climbs between Minto and Manley, to the historic mail trail through dense forests and wide-open Minto Flats, to the final run upstream on the braided Tanana River. Friday, March 19 | 8–10 PM | Minto Start Following pre-race meetings and vet checks in Fairbanks, mushers will head to Minto for an evening trailhead start. Teams will have 42–44 hours to travel approximately 160 miles self-supported to Nenana, managing their own run and rest schedules. The first 75 miles take teams through historic Eureka, with an optional hospitality stop, before reaching a warm welcome and community celebration in Manley Hot Springs. From there, it’s another 85 miles to Nenana, with hospitality at the historic Tolovana Roadhouse. Sunday, March 21 | 4 PM | Nenana Restart There is no mandatory rest requirement in Nenana. Mushers decide how best to manage their teams throughout the journey. Whatever your strategy, the goal is the same: to have you and your team rested, ready, and eager for that final run up the Tanana! Teams may not depart Nenana before 4 PM (restart details TBD). From there, it’s approximately 50 miles upstream to the finish at Trail Breaker Kennel in Fairbanks! Photo credit: @wmphotographyakdogs @margaret.h.photo

2027 T-DOG RACES ARE HERE! This year on March 19–21, 2027, the T-Dog will be hosting three races: 200 miles, 135 miles, and 50 miles. The T-Dog 135 and T-Dog 50 will follow the same format as last year, while the T-Dog 200 is getting a redesign that takes teams through the historic mining community of Eureka! More information can be found at tdogalaska.org SIGN-UP NIGHT — OCTOBER 23 Join us at Lat 65 Brewing Company on October 23 for our in-person sign-up event! The event begins at 6 p.m., with sign-ups officially opening at 7 p.m. Alaska Time both in person and online. Anyone who signs up in person during the first 30 minutes will be entered into a drawing for a free race entry. One winner will be drawn for each race! Not racing? Come hang out and support the T-Dog, participate in our ‘Decorate a Trail Marker’ fundraiser, or sign up to volunteer and help make the 2027 races happen! Come meet fellow racers and volunteers, ask questions, and get ready for another season of traveling through wild Alaska with dogs, bikes, skis, and sleds. Online sign-up: https://www.tdogalaska.org/shop-UJl07

T-Dog will be back again in 2027 and we would love for you to join us! Whether you join us as a participant, volunteer or supporter - save the dates March 19-21, 2027! PS. Signups will open October 23, 7pm both in person in Fairbanks and online.. more information about that coming soon! 🐾♥️

You’re invited to an outdoor, all-ages fundraising concert at Trail Breaker Kennel featuring @stevebrownandthebailers All proceeds from this event will support race operations for the 2027 Tanana Valley Sled Dog Races (T-Dog). 🎟️Tickets: $25 online or at the door Get your tickets early — we expect this event to sell out! 📆Friday, September 18 📍Trail Breaker Kennel: 2649 Trail Breaker Ln 🕡Doors: 6:30 PM 🎵Music starts: 7:30 PM 🌙Event runs until 11 PM 🧑‍🧑‍🧒All ages are welcome. Attendees under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. ☔️This is a fall-time outdoor event with plenty of fire pits and heaters. In case of rain we will re-locate to our cozy event tent with heaters and good company. 🌮Food: Alaska Taco Company will have food available for purchase. 🍺Bar: Beer and wine available for purchase! 🎪Games & Activities: Bring cash for carnival games, crafts, and a photo booth. 🧢T-Dog Merch: T-Dog merchandise will be available for purchase. 🐕2027 T-Dog: Learn more about next year’s races and how you can get involved! A Special Thank You to Our Title Sponsors @auroraanimalhospital_alaska @theroamingrootcellar @trailbreakerkennel 🅿️Parking & Transportation Please consider carpooling, as parking will be limited. Parking will be available at 2649 Trail Breaker Ln. The concert venue is approximately a ¼-mile walk from the parking area, so please come prepared for the walk and Alaska weather. Limited accessible parking will be available, and golf cart assistance will be provided for attendees with limited mobility. 🚫Please leave your dogs at home. Come celebrate the changing seasons, kick off mushing season, and help us get the 2027 T-Dog races off the ground!

Celebrate the Equinox and the start of mushing season with us at an outdoor, all-ages fundraising concert supporting the 2027 T-Dog Races!

Friends! Join us for the T-Dog Annual Meeting this Friday, May 15, at Trail Breaker Kennel. This yearly gathering brings together our community of contributors and stakeholders to reflect, connect, and look ahead to the upcoming season. We invite participants, volunteers, sponsors, and supporters to share their thoughts and feedback. Your voice helps shape the future of T-Dog. The Board of Directors will also provide updates and insights into plans for the coming year. The evening begins at 6:00 PM with Beer & Puppies and time to mingle, followed by the official meeting at 6:30 PM. See you there!

Join us for our Annual meeting, May 15th at 6pm at Trail Breaker Kennel! We will have beverages, puppies and the T-Dog Board of Directors present and we are excited to hear your feedback/ideas as well as share what’s new with T-Dog and what we have ahead of us. Come mingle with us!

Join us for the T-Dog Annual Meeting on Friday, May 15 at Trail Breaker Kennel. This yearly gathering brings together our community of contributors and stakeholders to reflect, connect, and look ahead to the upcoming season. We invite participants, volunteers, sponsors, and supporters to share their thoughts and feedback. Your voice helps shape the future of T-Dog. The Board of Directors will also provide updates and insights into plans for the coming year. The evening begins at 6:00 PM with Beer & Puppies and time to mingle, followed by the official meeting at 6:30 PM.