Beargrease Blog

Posted on Sunday, May 5th, 2013

2013 John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon Photo Contest Winner

We are proud to announce that Bill Cady from Blaine, MN is the winner of the 2013 John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon Photo Contest.   Please go to “Photo Contest” located under “Get Involved” to check out the Winning Photo!

Posted on Thursday, April 18th, 2013

Beard & Mustache Competition

Together with Grizzly’s Wood-Fired Grill, we are proud to present a Beard & Mustache Competition on April 25, 2013 at Grizzly’s Wood-Fired Grill near the Miller Hill Mall in Duluth, MN. 4 categories will be offered: Artistic, Mustache, Partial Beard, and Full Beard. There is a $10 Registration Fee at the Door, and registration closes at 8:00pm. Judging begins at 8:30pm.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Posted on Thursday, March 14th, 2013

Marathon and Mid-Distance Results

2013 Marathon Standings

 

1.  Nathan Schroeder, Chisholm, MN

2.  Keith Aili, Ray, MN

3.  Odin Jorgenson, Grand Marais, MN

4.  Amanda Vogel, Ray, MN

5.  Colleen Wallin, Two Harbors, MN

 

2013 Mid-Distance Standings

 

1. Jenny Greger, Bozeman, MT

2. Martha Schouweiler, Irma, WI

3. Michael  Bestgen, St. Cloud, MN

4. Erin Altemus, Glenwood City, WI

5. Ryan Redington, Knik, AK

6. Truman Obermeyer, Calumet, MI

7. Billie Diver, Cloquet, MN

8. Dusty Klaven, Gheen, MN

9. Teri Gapinski, Hackensack, MN

10. Nick Turman, Two Harbors, MN

 

To the Mushers – please accept our sincere apologies for our lateness in reporting this information – you all work too hard to have to wait to have this information available.

 

To our spectators - we have received some strong emails from individuals not happy with our reporting and we apologize.  Please be kind and remember that we are fully volunteer based working with limited resources and we are truly doing the best we can – please bear with us as we continue to report the official results.

Posted on Wednesday, March 13th, 2013

The finish at Billy’s by Jessica Shold

Nathan Schroeder holding his MVP dog Bandit after winning the 2013 Beargrease.

Nathan Schroeder holding his MVP dog Bandit after winning the 2013 Beargrease.

 

Odin Jorgenson with his wife Betsy and son Gunnar.  Gunnar was born in January so this is his first Beargrease.  He was out with mom for the race.

Odin Jorgenson with his wife Betsy and son Gunnar. Gunnar was born in January so this is his first Beargrease. He was out with mom for the race.

Nathan Schroeder after crossing the finish line.  He's holding his sons (left) Sawyer-1 yr and (right) Gavin-3 yrs.

Nathan Schroeder after crossing the finish line. He’s holding his sons (left) Sawyer-1 yr and (right) Gavin-3 yrs.
Nathan Schroeder crossing the finish line.

Nathan Schroeder crossing the finish line.

Second place Keith Aili coming across the finish at Billy's

Second place Keith Aili coming across the finish at Billy’s

Third place Odin Jorgenson coming across the finish line at BIlly's.

Third place Odin Jorgenson coming across the finish line at BIlly’s.

Posted on Wednesday, March 13th, 2013

Beargrease 2013 Winner Nathan Schroeder. Photos by Candace Watson

Catching a snack after winning Beargrease 2013.

Catching a snack after winning Beargrease 2013.

Diablo resting after the big win of Beargrease 2013.

Diablo resting after the big win of Beargrease 2013.

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Nathan Schroeder coming in to the finish line.

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Nathan Schroeder coming in to the finish line.

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Nathan Schroeder coming in to the finish line.

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Nathan Schroeder coming in to the finish line.

 

Nathan Schroeder getting congratulated and interviewed for his 2013 Beargease win.

Nathan Schroeder getting congratulated and interviewed for his 2013 Beargease win.

Posted on Wednesday, March 13th, 2013

Wednesday early at Two Harbors by Jessica Shold

Keith Aili's team lining up to leave Two Harbors.

Keith Aili’s team lining up to leave Two Harbors.

 

One of Amanda's handlers feeding the dogs.

One of Amanda’s handlers feeding the dogs.

 

 

One of Colleen's dogs waiting to eat.

One of Amanda’s dogs waiting to eat.

Keith and his team counting down the seconds.

Keith and his team counting down the seconds.

 

Vets checking over Amanda's dogs after she came into Two Harbors.

Vets checking over Amanda’s dogs after she came into Two Harbors.

Colleen Wallin's team as they came into their truck.

Amanda Vogel’s team as they came into their truck.

Posted on Wednesday, March 13th, 2013

Keith Aili and his Team at the Finish

Keith Aili tending to dogs after finishing

Posted on Wednesday, March 13th, 2013

Keith Aili Finishes Second in the 2013 John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon

Keith Aili into the finish

Posted on Wednesday, March 13th, 2013

Nathan Schroeder Wins 2013 John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon

Posted on Wednesday, March 13th, 2013

Waiting at Billy’s For Anticipated 9:00 AM Finish

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