If you’re visiting Anchorage for the Fur Rendezvous and Iditarod Sled Dog Race, make sure you come prepared. To keep you warm throughout the festivities, Oomingmak Musk Ox Producers Co-Operative offers locals and travelers alike a broad selection of qiviut hand-knit items, made from the downy-soft underwool of the Arctic musk ox. Bundle up and don’t miss a minute of these exciting events.

Annual Fur Rondy & Iditarod Sled Dog Race

February 28 – March 8, 2019, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Alaskans carry a proud pioneering spirit, and the Fur Rendezvous—locally known as the Fur Rondy—is a testament to that character. Starting as a three-day winter sports tournament in 1936, the Fur Rondy has since transformed into a 10-day extravaganza featuring fun events like the Grand Parade, Rondy Carnival, Blanket Toss, and the Open World Championship Sled Dog Races. The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race coincides with the conclusion of Fur Rondy, starting at 10 a.m. on March 7, 2020.

These festivities take place during one of the coldest times of the year. Gear up with ultra-warm qiviut so you can enjoy these outdoor activities for as long as you’d like.

Pick up a Unique Qiviut Headband & Celebrate Fur Rondy!

To celebrate the occasion, Musk Ox Producers Co-Operative offers a special handcrafted Iditarod Husky Headband in extremely limited quantities. Grab yours before they’re gone and get ready to have some winter fun.

You can also choose from a variety of unique and beautiful hand-knit products made by one of 250 Native Alaskan women of the co-op, including hats, scarves, headbands, smockerings, and caps. Call (907) 272-9225 to learn more about their products, or visit them online to start shopping today.