Musher Information
Thanks for your interest in participating Gunflint Mail Run – January 30 & 31, 2012! Here is some key information as you prepare for the race.
RACE DISTANCE: Two 55-60 mile legs, with a five-hour plus differential layover (assisted checkpoint)
REGISTRATION FEE: $50, straw will be supplied
WHERE TO REGISTER: The Landing at Devil Track before 2 pm on Monday, January 30 (preregistration is also available in the store at Stone Harbor Wilderness Supply)
ESTIMATED START/FINISH: Race will start at 4 pm on Monday, and will finish on Tuesday morning
PURSE: Still to be finalized, but approximately $2000
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT: Leader lights and headlamps
REQUIRED # OF DOGS: 12 maximum, 10 minimum to start
VET INFORMATION: There will not be a vet check, but there will be a vet on site; be prepared to show vaccination records for any dogs that you are racing
MEALS: Mushers and handlers are responsible for their own food; restaurants will be open at the start, turnaround, and finish of the race. Everyone is also invited to an awards lunch (attendees will need to pay for their own meals) at noon on the 31st.
Feel free to direct additional questions to Frank Moe via email or phone at 218-368-0661, or call Stone Harbor at 218-387-3136 and the store staff will put you in touch with someone who can help.




