Iditarod Musher Profile

Michelle Phillips, 41, was born and raised in Whitehorse, YT. Growing up she was a competitive figure skater. As a young adult, she traveled the world until she decided to stay in the Yukon. "Meeting my partner, Ed Hopkins, 12 years ago sparked my interest in mushing. Once I started mushing I became addicted. We have become a dog mushing family. We work with our dogs year round. I am looking forward to a new challenge with the Iditarod." Michelle has run the Yukon Quest five times, finishing in the top eight every time and winning the Vet's Choice Award in 2009. She and Ed are the parents of Keegan, 9. She lists her hobbies as reading, biking and jogging.