PHOTO CREDIT PAUL CYR
The Can-Am Crown International Sled Dog Races are set to return to Fort Kent, Maine, starting on March 1st, 2025. This annual event promises to be an exhilarating showcase of endurance, skill, and athletic competition.
The races will feature three main events: the 30-mile race, the 100-mile race, and the prestigious 250-mile race, which serves as a qualifier for both the Iditarod and the Yukon Quest. With a total purse of $47,500, the competition is fierce, and the stakes are high.
Participants from the United States, Canada, and other countries will gather to compete in these challenging races, which are limited to 30 participants each to ensure a high-quality racing experience. The races feature a variety of spectator events, including a Main Street start, Lonesome Pine finish, dedicated viewing areas (view all) an awards ceremony. Area businesses and vendors put on live music, entertainment, and fun games.
"We are thrilled to welcome mushers and spectators from around the world to Fort Kent for the Can-Am Crown International Sled Dog Races," said Dennis Cyr president of the Can Am International Sled Dog Races "This event is a testament to the dedication and passion of the mushing community, and we look forward to another successful and exciting year."
For more information about the races, registration details, and spectator information, please visit the official Can-Am Crown International Sled Dog Races website at www.can-am-crown.net
About the Can-Am Crown International Sled Dog Races: The Can-Am Crown organization was founded on October 16, 1992, as a non-profit corporation under the laws of the State of Maine. It was established to provide a mid-distance sled dog race to a growing community of mushers from throughout the international region and to enhance the region's image as a travel destination. The Can-Am Crown 250 has rapidly gained popularity as the longest sled dog race in the eastern United States.