Hot Dogs and Sled Dogs: The Hard-Partying Tradition of ‘Trailgating’
PUBLISHED Wednesday, March 11, 2026 · victoria petersen the new york times company
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- ⬤ Iditarod mushers and their dog teams descended from the hill on Cordova Street in Anchorage, Alaska.
- ⬤ Dozens of people gathered to cheer them on near the city's trail system.
- ⬤ The event marked a unique tradition known as 'Trailgating' among Iditarod participants.
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