The Official Website Of Michelle Phillips & Ed Hopkins Of Tagish Lake Kennel, Your Next Destination For Sledding Adventure In The Yukon
About Tagish Lake Kennel
Join veteran Yukon Quest & Iditarod long-distance mushers Michelle Phillips and Ed Hopkins on an authentic winter or summer dog mushing experience—or as a sponsor of their racing teams.
Together Michelle and Ed have a combined experience of over 50 years working with and caring for their Alaskan Husky athletes. Their devotion to the health and well-being of their 60 canine friends has earned them numerous awards and a glowing reputation in the industry.
Come to meet the friendly, happy, and beautiful sled dogs. Learn how to mush your own team on an unforgettable winter dog sledding adventure through the breathtaking Southern Lakes. Or come to tour our summer camp at Tutshi Lake for cart rides, a musher’s presentation, and to meet the puppies
Tagish Lake Kennel is a sled-dog paradise just waiting for you to discover.
Why Choose Tagish Lake Kennel?
Yukoner owned and operated since 1999
✓ Tlk is known for its great dog care. Michelle & Ed have received many vet care awards over the years.
✓ You will drive an extremely well trained dog tea. Many of the dogs in the teams have run the 1000 mile Iditarod and Yukon Quest.
✓ There is a small group to guide ratio. WE care about a quality tour for the client and for the dogs!
✓ Most of the TLK dogs have been born and raised in the kennel.
✓ Southern Lakes scenery is phenomenal!
✓ The drive is well worth the spectacular views.
2022/ 2023 Yukon Quest and Iditarod Race Sponsors
Tagish Lake Kennel would also like to thank:
Spike Fortier, Doug & Marnie Vollman
Friends, Family and Volunteers, Dog Sponsors, and Our Amazing Handlers