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Debbie 2023
Debbie Knight
68 YEAR OLD YUKON QUEST MUSHER
Experience:
Rookie - YQ 100
Nationality:
Canadian
From:
Whitehorse, Yukon
Occupation(s):
Retired

Kennel Info

Kennel Name:
Skywolf K9 Adventures and Sled Dog Tours
Kennel Name Origination:

A skywolf is a raven. The raven is the bird of the Yukon.

Breeds:
Alaskan husky
Bloodlines:
Gatt, Palfrey and Peck
# of Dogs in Kennel:
42

Musher Q & A

How many years have you been running dogs?

30

How did you get started running dogs?

I saw Susan Butcher in an interview and training her dogs, so it's all her fault, haha!

How did your dogs get their names?/ How do you choose names?

We use themes.

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

I haven't raced in a while and it may be my last year.

What do you love most about running sled dogs?

The peace and the bonding with the dogs.

What music do you listen to on the trail?

None

What mushing organizations are you a member of?

DPSAY and YDMA

List your recent sled dog races and/or best performances:

2022 Carbon Hill

Awards

2023 Yukon Quest 100
Sportsmanship Award