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    Learn to Mush: Drive Your Own Alaskan Husky Team

    Learn to drive a dog sled and mush a small team on Iditarod training trails with expert guides

    From$316/ person

    Duration

    Up to 3 hours

    Includes

    Winter gear, Hot drinks

    Highlights

    Drive your own team of Alaskan Huskies on Iditarod training trails. Start with a video and hands-on lessons, then mush for six miles.

    • Watch an informative video in the visitor center
    • Learn mushing basics from experienced guides
    • Practice sled handling while towed by a snow machine
    • Drive a small dog team for six miles on training trails
    • Help harness and thank your hardworking dogs
    • Warm up with hot drinks and cookies afterward

    What's Included

    • Video orientation
    • Mushing instruction and practice tow
    • Use of winter gear if needed
    • Hot drinks and cookies

    Things to know

    Ages 16+ to participate.

    Cancellation policy

    Full refund with 72 hours' notice. 50% refund with 24–72 hours' notice. No refund within 24 hours or for no-shows. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.

    Meeting location

    19391 West Lakes Blvd, Big Lake, Alaska

    Experience provided by Martin Buser's Happy Trails Kennel
    Experience provided by Martin Buser's Happy Trails Kennel

    How can we help?

    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

    Call or text (650) 414-7338

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    Driver

    $316.94

    Ages 16+

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    Passenger

    $210.94

    Ages 16+. For a partner that wants to participate in the class but not drive the team.

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