Sheep Mountain Overview
Overall, it was a successful weekend at Sheep Mountain, and we’re looking forward to Copper Basin in just two weeks!
Chilly Chores at 45 Degrees Below Zero
The month of December has been “arctic” here in Interior Alaska. Temperatures have fluctuated between 20 and 45 below zero much of the time. We like to call it: chilly. Yes …. we still go outside. Yes …. we generally stay warm. Yes …. we get acclimated to the cold. … Read More
Congratulations Moonpie!
Congratulations to Moonpie! To Mona Fredrick, there’s not a better dog than our “sweet Southern boy,” Moonpie. While he might not have the best manners, his humorous, drawling howl is enough to win anyone over, especially a fellow Southerner like Mona. His charming personality combined with his go-get-‘em attitude makes … Read More
SP Kennel’s Natural Extremes Mushing Adventures
Treat yourself or a loved one to the ultimate Christmas or New Years Present. Join Aliy, Allen and the SP Kennel dogs for the trip of a lifetime. There are only two spots left for our “Mushing in the Shadow of Denali” Dog Mushing Trip, March 23 to March 29, … Read More
Sheep Mountain Musical
The video camera was rolling for some of the race miles during the Sheep Mountain 150. The following footage was simply overwhelming when we reviewed it in “real time” speed. The awesome mountains, colored horizons and glorious scenery seemed to whiz by inconsequentially. So, after watching it over and over … Read More
Sportsmanship Award
The Red and Black Team, with Musher Bridgett Watkins, was awarded the Sheep Mountain Sportsmanship Award at the Finish Banquet of the Sheep Mountain 150. The story… as told by Bridgett: “I was having the best run of the race in the mountains with the full moon lighting up the … Read More
Macgellan Musings: Sheep Mountain 150
Just because I’m not in Alaska this winter doesn’t mean I’m not paying attention to what’s going on at SP Kennel. I am. Very close attention, in fact. Surprisingly, having an “insider’s” view from thousands of miles away is pretty interesting. I feel like I’m seeing things that I didn’t … Read More
Sheep Mountain 150 R & B Team Finish
The Red and Black Team crossed the finish line at 3:25 PM in a total race time of 27 hours and 25 minutes. This was an 18th place finish out of 39 teams. As you will see the SP Kennel dogs look FANTASTIC! It is so amazing that a group … Read More