UP 200

Scouts, mushers, and dogs all having a grand time

The Wild called. It was grateful. Dozens of mushers and over a hundred dogs safely crossed the trail's casino intersection thanks to a little help from Troop 321's Scouts and volunteers. Yes, it was bitter cold. And snowing. And the wind came right off the lake, but that didn't discourage the Troop.

Carl set up a comfort station. Darryl brought pallets to burn. The boys arrived with the enthusiasm of youth. Between halting cars and helping huskies, the boys wolfed down hot dogs and hot chocolate. Never mind the snow and ice, this event looks like fun because it was fun.

The dogs wagged their tongues, the mushers thanked us, and the motorists were patient. What a great UP tradition!

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