Fairbanks, Alaska: Tag Sled Dog Mushing Experience
ID: GYG989625-1534815
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Feel the power of the dogs as you mush through the Alaskan wilderness on a tag sled. Learn how to use the brake and lean in the turns on sometimes tricky trails.
Mush on a tag sled, a sled attached to the rear of the main sled in dog mushing. Practice steering and staying upright without having the responsibility to control the dog team. Take a couple of hours with Alaskan Huskies from a race kennel in a dog yard.
With Iditarod and Yukon Quest mushers or outdoor guides, set off on a tag sled that allows two people on it. Switch places between you and your partner halfway if there are more people than you.
Take some pictures with you and the dogs. Enjoy the solitude of Alaska and experience the connection with the dogs. Learn how to use the brake and how to lean in the turns on sometimes tricky trails. Feel the dog power.
Secure the sled and help break down the speed of the dog team when it is going downhill. The tour starts at 10:00 AM in the dog yard with a presentation and ends around 1:00 PM with a warm beverage and cookies in a cozy cabin/yurt
Get a great insight into the art of mushing and maybe even get the taste for longer trips on your own sled with your own team with the skills you already learned.
Highlights
- Feel the power of the dogs as you mush through the Alaskan wilderness
- Learn how to use the brake and lean in the turns on sometimes tricky trails
- Enjoy the solitude of Alaska and experience the connection with the dogs
- Practice steering and staying upright without having responsibility to control the dog team
- Get a great insight into the art of mushing and maybe even get the taste for longer trips
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Dress warmly in layers
Wear waterproof shoes or boots
Be prepared for physical activity
Arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour starts
INCLUDED
- 2-hour dog mushing experience
- Guidance by Iditarod and Yukon Quest mushers or outdoor guides
- Overalls, Boots, Mittens
- Warm beverage and cookies
- Opportunity to take photos with the dogs
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation to and from the dog yard
- Personal outdoor gear for ex googles, sunglasses, gloves , buffs, socks, hand warmers
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
