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Misha Wiljes
Misha Wiljes
53 YEAR OLD YUKON QUEST MUSHER
Experience:
Veteran - YQ 1000; Rookie - YQ 350
Nationality:
American; Czech
From:
Willow, Alaska
Occupation(s):
Postal Clerk

Kennel Info

Kennel Name:
WW Kennel
Kennel Name Origination:

It means Wiljes Willow kennel

Breeds:
Alaskan Husky
Bloodlines:
Redington, King
# of Dogs in Kennel:
21

Musher Q & A

How many years have you been running dogs?
20
How did you get started running dogs?

I have been a dog handler for Charlie Boulding

Why did you enter the Yukon Quest? What are your goals for the race?

I like new adventures and hope to finish with a happy healthy team.

What do you love most about running sled dogs?

To be out on the trail enjoying the company of my dogs

Tell us about your dogs, particularly some stories or facts about dogs running this year's race

Most of our dogs are from well-known bloodlines and a few are from Mat-Su shelter and Fairbanks Animal shelter. We are very happy that they blend in with our team from the first run and have had great performance since.

Tell us about your favourite experience with a volunteer on the trail

I am truly amazed and very grateful for the dedicated work of all the volunteers and veterinarians

What mushing organizations are you a member of?

Willow Dog Mushers

List your recent sled dog races and/or best performances:
  • 2021 Summit Quest; Position: 9th
  • 2021 Willow 300
  • 2021 Coper Basin 300
  • 2019 Yukon Quest 1000; Position: 26th
  • 2018 Iditarod; Position: 45th
  • 2017 Iditarod; Position: 54th

YQ Races

2022 Yukon Quest 350
2019 Yukon Quest 1000
2013 Yukon Quest 1000
2012 Yukon Quest 1000

Sponsors

Family, Friends, Dogs and Kennel Sponsors