by the K300 Race Committee
The 2023 Akiak Dash will begin with a mass start on the Kuskokwim River on Saturday, January 28th at 2pm. Registration is required and must be submitted by Wednesday, January 25th. Mushers must attend the pre-race meeting on Thursday, January 26th at 4:00 PM at K300 Race Headquarters (The Longhouse Hotel Conference Room).
All mushers must begin the race with no more than 8 dogs and no less than 5 dogs. Like last year, there will be no layover and therefore, no dropped dogs are permitted. All racers must carry a sleeping bag and an axe for the duration of the race and begin the race with four booties for every dog. Complete Race Rules, online registration, and Purse Breakdown are at the K300 website.
