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201981 minPGdocumentary

Classic

201981 minPGdocumentary

People from around the world place bets on the exact moment the ice in the Tanana River melts, a tradition that has lasted over 100 years in Nenana, Alaska.

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People from around the world place bets on the exact moment the ice in the Tanana River melts, a tradition that has lasted over 100 years in Nenana, Alaska.

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Tim Kaminskidirector

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Nenana, Alaska, hosts a century-old tradition where people bet on the melting of ice in the Tanana River. Each spring, participants from around the world place their wagers, contributing to the local economy of this small town of about 500 residents. The event generates pride and amusement as townsfolk come together to mark the changing seasons and engage in this unique cultural practice.

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