Iron Dog Race, Inc. inducts four into Iron Dog Hall of Fame

Penny and Dave McKibbon

Longtime volunteers Dave and Penny McKibbon have been a part of the Iron Dog family since 2009 when Penny joined the Board of Directors to help with finances, and Dave followed soon after as a race volunteer.

For nearly 25 years, the “Spenard Builders Supply checkpoint” in Poorman relied on volunteers like Steve Mattila.

Steve Mattila

Eric Johnson

Eric Johnson first became involved with the Iron Dog Race in 1997, after signing up for the Trophy Class race, similar to today’s Expedition Class but with a small prize for the top teams reaching Nome. His partner was son Tyson Johnson.

All of this year’s inductees are former board members and volunteers. Find the full story on how each person has contributed here

The Iron Dog Hall of Fame Banquet will take place with the Awards Ceremony following the finish of the 2023 race at approx. 7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. at the Curtis D Menard Memorial Sports Center in Wasilla, AK.

For additional information please contact director@irondog.org, or call 907-563-4414.