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CALUMET — The CopperDog sled dog races are an annual world-class event, kicking off in Calumet, Michigan. This multi-day event covers races of differing lengths across Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula, and other immersive events to learn about and celebrate the sport of sled dog racing. This year's event takes place, Friday through Sunday. The races start in downtown Calumet. This year the CD150 and CD 80 will finish in Laurium. Here's this year's schedule. Friday • 6:30 p.m. CopperDog Opening Ceremony 200 Block of 5th St. Calumet • 7 p.m. CD 30 starts 200 Block of 5th St. ...

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CALUMET — The CopperDog sled dog races are an annual world-class event, kicking off in Calumet, Michigan. This multi-day event covers races of differing lengths across Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula, and other immersive events to learn about and celebrate the sport of sled dog racing. This ...