Balto: a History Of Humans, Huskies, and Health In Alaska

Did you know that the real Balto is at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History? The amazing achievements of mushers and their sled dogs are evidenced in the story of Balto and the heroic dogs and mushers of the 1925 Alaskan Serum Run. Compare the 1925 musher's experience to the Iditarod of today. Discuss diphtheria with a health educator and find out why the outbreak in Nome, Alaska is so famous. Investigate equipment used to enable humans and huskies to survive in harsh Arctic conditions. Hear how the entire city of Cleveland rallied to the aid of Balto and his teammates after they were abandoned and mistreated. It’s a ‘tail’ for all ages! Register here to receive the link.