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Sled Dogs

The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race held in Northern Alaska has had an Ohio contestant the past two years. Tom Roig who lives just over the border separating Holmes and Wayne Counties has entered the race with his 16-dog team, albeit, unable to finish the race either time. He trains in the Northern Peninsula of Michigan for nearly 3 months before heading to Alaska in time for the race. You can read his journal by going to Valley Road Outfitters.com and learn of the excitement and hardships he endured this year.

An Appropriate Sign

This sign catches your eye as you drive by the home of the Sled Dog Musher.

The Trailer Used for the Alaska Trip

You will have to read Tom Roig's journal to learn about the adventure he had with the trailer on the trip to Alaska.

The Sled Dog Kennel

These four dogs were anxious to see us as we stopped to take their picture.

Two of Tom's Dogs

Sled dogs are a mixed breed and are bred for their stamina and good nature.

Our Fine Feathered Friends

We have a number of birds that have decided not to migrate south over the winter, but stay with us the entire year. Some of these have been shown previously like the Cardinal and the Carolina Wren. The following five pictures show some more of these birds.