Alaska Sled dog College

This musher course with Andy Hütten, a native Bavarian, offers you the unforgettable opportunity to learn the skill of mushing an independent husky team. Andy has been working with sled dogs in Alaska for over 20 years. He participated in all the big dog sled races, consistently placing among the top five. Andy will help you develop your skills, take responsibility for the dogs, and do everything a musher does. There is a lot of emphasis on authenticity on this tour, with a chance to get involved in the everyday life of working at the Husky farm. This is a real "hands-on" vacation at the Nenana Sled Dog College in Alaska, where you'll learn from the real professionals.

Alaska Sleddog College: Tour itinerary

Day 1: Arrival
You will be warmly welcomed by Andy at the airport in Fairbanks. During the transfer to the Husky farm, you will get a glimpse of the incredible landscape of the Alaska Range, the well-known mountain range that you and your dog team will explore over the coming days. Arriving at the lodge, you will get to know all participants over a delicious dinner.

Days 2-12: Basic Husky Sled
Your sled dog adventure can range from easy to challenging depending on your preferences. The next few days begin with your in-depth training with the professional mushers. You will join in, learn about the processes on the Husky farm, and learn the commands. After your intensive introduction to mushing, the fun really begins! Your dog team of 4 Alaskan Huskies will take you through the breathtaking winter landscape of Alaska in a one day or multi-day tour, covering up to 60 km per day. The nature between the Yukon and Alaska Range offers a fantastic trail system to experience many varied routes. Of course, your guide will always be at your side and will support you every step of the way. The team consists of certified mountain guides registered with UIMLA — this is the world's highest guiding qualification when it comes to mountaineering, ski touring, and trekking. So you can be sure that you will be well looked after!
During this week, you will learn everything you need for your husky tours in Alaska:
• Get to know the organisational and operational structures of a dog sled kennel
• You will get to work with the dogs and learn everything necessary about the equipment and the handling of them
• Help feed the dogs and clean out the kennels
• Receive detailed training in different driving techniques
• You will enjoy daily husky tours with your personal dog team and guide

Husky tours through Alaska near Fairbanks: the exclusive activity holiday for nature lovers and husky friends.
Explore the wilderness of northern Alaska with your excitable and loyal sled dog team.

Accommodation Accommodation during this tour is in double or single rooms in our cosy lodge which has hot/cold running water and toilets and showers facilities. Our remote location means that internet connection is via dial-up and very slow.
Other Activities: Weekends will be spent at leisure where you will have the opportunity to explore Nenana and Fairbanks, including museums, restaurants, and pubs. Alternatively, you may choose to spend your time relaxing at the lodge.

Please Note: This husky sledding tour operates in small groups of around 4 mushers. Whilst suitable for a wide range of ages, the minimum age of participation is 14 years old and these guests must be supervised by parents or another responsible adult.
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