Jennifer Probert LNAC 2008 ~ 1st place 6 dog class. Photo by David Woodcock

Jennifer and Diamond

Jennifer and Diamond
Michael DeYoung Photography

About us

About Us ~

Our kennel is made up of hound / AK husky cross sprint race sled dogs. We are based out of Fairbanks and race around the great state of Alaska. We are a world class kennel that takes the sport of dog mushing very seriously.

Both of us, Jennifer Probert-Erhart and Carl Erhart, are Athabascan Natives from interior Alaska. Carl grew up in Tanana and Jennifer in Tok/Tanacross. Our history in the sport goes back many generations. The Probert, Denny, Ehart and Woods families combined have countless hours and miles on the back of a dog sled and we are blessed to come from such a talanted, amazing and gifted group of people. The stories, advice and information that we get from our family is not only interesting but critical to the success of our kennel. Carrying on not only a family tradition, but a sport that was a way of life for our Athatbascan people is a great honor for both of us.

Currently we compete primarily in the limited class races but plan on running more open class races. Our dreams of running the "big ones" meaning the Open North American and the Rondy are getting closer and closer to being a reality. Our kids also compete in the junior races and our parents still play an active role in the kennel.

We invite you to follow along as we prepare the dogs for raceing, travel around the state to compete in the races and share the ups and downs of the wonderful, exciting sport of sprint dog mushing.

We are looking for sponsors to help with the cost of food, vet care and travel expenses. For more information about becoming a sponsor please contact us directly at prodogkennel@gmail.com

Thank you for taking your time to spend with us!


Tsin' ee
Anna' Bas ee'
(Thank you in Athabascan)

Tuesday, January 6, 2009

Welcome!

Welcome to our blog!

We are a limited class sprint dog mushing kennel. We live in Fairbanks, Alaska and specialize in the 4 and 6 dog class. Jennifer, Shae-lyn and Corey are the primary "jockies" but the whole family takes part in the sucess of the kennel.

Our team has been selected to Race in the the World Championships for Team USA in both the 4 & 6 dog class. We will be traveling to Daaquam Quebec Canada next week and the races start on January 20th. We will be posting updates about our travels as well as race results along the way.

12 dogs, 4 people, on 4 different flights two days...Anchorage ---> Boston. Then drive ---> Daaquam. So stay tuned...it should be interesting.

We also have a web site under construction probertsanfordkennels.com

Races so far...

Montana Creek points race #1 - 1st place 6 dog class & 2nd place 4 dog class
Montana Creek points race #2 - 1st place 6 dog class & 2nd place 4 dog class
Chugiak points race #1 - 1st place 6 dog class & 2nd place 4 dog class
Orville & Doris Lake Memorial Race - 1st place 8 dog class & 3rd place 6 dog class

Upcoming Races...
SuValley Championship January 10th & 11th
IFSS World Championships January 20,21,22 6 dog class
IFSS World Championships January 23,24,25 4 dog class
Fairbanks Prelim Race February 1st
Exxon Mobile - Anchorage - February 7th & 8th
Gold Run - Fairbanks February 21st & 22nd
North Pole Championship - February 28th & March 1st
Tanacross Championship - March 7th & 8th
Limited North American - March 13, 14 & 15
Tok Race of Champions - March 28th & 29th
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6 comments:

Unknown said...

Good Luck at the WC in Quebec!
We wish you and your dogs safe travel and successful racing!
Helen and Egil

January 6, 2009 at 11:19 PM
Anonymous said...

We totally are following your journey! How exciting!!! Best wishes for this amazing time in your life!!!
Niki

January 7, 2009 at 6:05 AM
Unknown said...

Great job on the blog, I look forward to following your trip.
Jill

January 7, 2009 at 7:55 AM
Bettyi said...

I will forward this blog to others, I am so happy that you are at the final stages of this race!! I'll surely be tuning in for updates!!

God bless and have fun!!
Betty Inglis

January 7, 2009 at 10:09 AM
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January 7, 2009 at 3:19 PM
Anonymous said...

Hi, Jen and Brian. Chris has been on your blog a couple time and leaving comments, but I see they aren't coming thru. We are all wishing you the best of luck and know that you will be moving up near the first place!! hang in there. Love, the Dennys in Tanacross.

January 23, 2009 at 6:04 PM

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