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Ready to make some winter magic? ❄️✨

Take a sled dog ride through the Excelsior Commons—perfect for kids and kids at heart.

Happening during Klondike Dog Derby race weekend for extra frosty fun!
📅 Race Weekend: February 13 & 14

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⏰ Just one week left to be included in Klondike sponsor print materials—banners, signage, race bibs, and more!

You can support the Klondike year-round, but this is your chance to be front and center when all eyes are on the race.

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Is it just us… or did Mother Nature just drop the perfect Klondike teaser trailer? ❄️🤩
These snowy vibes have us looking back at unforgettable memories and getting beyond excited for February 14th ❤️
Bring it on, winter! ✨🐾

Calling all creatives — your moment is racing toward you! ❄️💙
With 45 days left to submit, we’re searching for the artwork that puts the magic of Klondike into motion and honors the dogs, mushers, and community that make this race unforg

Raise the Woof has officially wrapped, and our tails are wagging with gratitude. 🐾💙 Thank you for every bid in support of the 2026 Klondike Dog Derby.

Stay tuned for details on our next fundraiser: The Cutest Puppy Contest on January 31st at Back

🚨 This is it! Raise-the-Woof ends today at 6pm! 🚨
We're nearing the finish line and far from meeting our goal—get your paws on over 40 incredible items before it's too late! Experiences! Gifts! Toys! Home Decor! Beer & Wine! There's somet

🐾 GOOD NEWS, PACK! 🐾
The Raise the Woof Online Auction has been extended through THIS SUNDAY AT 6PM!

More time to bid, more time to fetch the perfect gift, and more time to support the 2026 Klondike Dog Derby. Don’t paws on these deals &mdas

Still hunting for the paw-fect gift? We’ve got you covered.

🐾 4 tickets to Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Orpheum Theatre...JUST ADDED!!
🐾 YETI cooler!
🐾 Dog baskets!
🐾 Klondike merch baskets!
🐾 Wine basket!
🐾 4 lower level ti

🚨 We need your help!! 🚨 We're only 83 days from race day and haven't met our funding needs. Here's your chance to help bring the Klondike back to Lake Minnetonka. Every penny counts!
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40 great items to bid on! Experiences! Gifts! Toys! Home Decor

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