06
September
2025
Mobile Book Group hike in Elka Park with the author of The Cruelest Miles: The Heroic Story of Dogs and Men in a Race Against an Epidemic
Saturday, September 6, 9:30 A.M.
“A stirring tale of survival, thanks to man's best friend.” Honor the 100th anniversary of the epic 1925 Serum Run by which Alaskan sled dogs and their drivers brought diphtheria antitoxin serum to Nome, AK, to suppress a raging epidemic. The heroic 647-mile dash of dog teams across the Alaskan wilderness inspired the annual Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Hike to the Coliseum in Elka Park while discussing the book with author Laney Salisbury of Woodstock.
Limited to 12 hikers: Hikers are encouraged to read the book to get the most from the hike with Ms. Salisbury. Copies may be obtained through local libraries, the Mid-Hudson Library System and at Amazon. The Mountain Top Library and the Hunter Library are members of the Mid-Hudson System. Dogs are not permitted on this hike which is on private property.
Meet: at the MTHS parking lot at 5132 Rt 23A, Haines Falls for carpooling and directions. Bring lunch, snacks, and water. Return at approximately 2:30 P.M. Registration is required. For more information or to register, please email mthsdirector@mths.org or call 518-589-6657.
This hike will be led by Nancy Allen and Adrienne Larys.
Difficulty level is moderate.
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