Tag Archives: Susan Butcher

In Memoriam: Julie Verrette

Posted on June 10, 2026 by Helen Hegener

Julie Verrette, author of “In Gentler Valleys Roaming: A Memoir of Sled Dogs,” published last year by Northern Light Media, passed away on Saturday, May 23, surrounded by her family. For some time Julie had been facing Parkinson’s disease with … Continue reading →

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In Gentler Valleys Roaming

Posted on August 17, 2025 by Helen Hegener

Julie Verrette’s Summer Place Kennel provided a safe haven for retired sled dogs from some of the premier racers in the world, such as four-time Iditarod Champion Susan Butcher and Yukon Quest Champion Aliy Zirkle. Continue reading →

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AMemoir of Sled Dogs

Posted on July 4, 2025 by Helen Hegener

A new title from Northern Light Media: In Gentler Valleys Roaming A Memoir of Sled Dogs by Julie Verrette With a name inspired by the peaceful refuge in the song by the great Andy Williams, Summer Place Kennel provided a … Continue reading →