Misha
Wiljes
How did your kennel get its name?
WW means Wiljes Willow
How did you get started running dogs?
I started as a handler for Charlie Boulding
What do you love most about running dogs?
Enjoying going down the trail with my dogs and sharing the adventures.
Please share with us some stories or facts about your dogs that will be running in the 2025 YQ450.
Most of our dogs are from well know bloodlines and few are from Animal Shelters. We are very happy that they blend in our team from the first run and have great performance since.
Are you a member of any other organizations involved in sled dog sports?
Willow dog mushers.
Why did you enter the 2025 YQ450 and what are your goals for the race?
Would like to see the new Yukon Quest Trail.
What music do you listen to on the trail?
I listen to dogs and nature not music.
How did your dogs get their names/How do you choose names?
Our dogs had random names, by their appearance.
Share a quick story about one of your indispensable Handlers.
My husband is a great handler and supporter. Together with Kerry Quade they make a great team how they prove it many times before.
Tell us about your favorite experience with a volunteer on the trail.
Thank you all volunteers, vet and race officials for your time and support.
