John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon

The John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon commemorates the life of John Beargrease, the son of a Chippewa chief who delivered mail by dog sled along Lake Superior’s rugged North Shore in the late 19th century.

John Beargrease’s weekly deliveries along the North Shore played a pivotal role providing a lifeline for communities and commerce.

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