DOG SLEDDING ADVENTURES

At Wolf Within, we all look forward to the winter season with much anticipation. As soon as the temperature is dropping the dogs are getting restless and so are we. Canoes and paddles are stored away and are replaced with sleds, harnesses, collars and gang lines...Vacation time for the dogs is over and the training will start soon they know, they have been waiting all summer, their excitement is contagious.

Our Alaskan huskies are the heart and soul of our operation. We spend countless hours caring for them, training and playing, thus creating a strong bond as a team in a way that our efforts are reworded many times over on the trail. World renowned for their endurance and stamina, as well as their friendly nature, the Alaskan huskies have written over the years in history of long distance sled dog races such as the Iditarod and the Yukon Quest.

We invite you to join one of our guided dog sledding trips in Temagami to experience first hand the trill of mushing your own dog team…After all, winter is the time to MUSH!

WINTER 2010-11 SPECIALS:

* Book your dates before November 30th and you will receive a 10% discount on any of our trips below.
* 10% discount for families or groups of four or more.
* Join us for Christmas or New Year with your friends or family and receive a complimentary festive dinner!
* Inquiry about our Full Moon runs…

DOGSLEDDING WEEKEND :

Feel The North!

Our dog sledding weekend starts on Saturday morning at our Base Camp on Whitney Lake. After a review of the personal gear and clothing you will need for the trip, we will go over some dog sledding instruction: dog handling, harnessing, commands, and driving techniques. It is soon time to pack the sleds and venture off for an exhilarating dog sledding day.

Our trail system starts right from home and rolls through beautiful forest, while crossing ponds and lakes. The splendid Temagami wilderness is draped under its magical winter coat. We will have lunch on the trail, and later get to either an outpost cabin or heated wall tent that will be home for the night. Cozy up by the fire and reflect on your day. You will always have the opportunity to participate as much as you like, helping us care for the dog teams and prepare camp.

The evening brings its own ambience. The toasty fire dries out our clothes and warms up the sleeping bags, while the smell of dinner fills the air. Outside, as the temperature drops, a majestic sky lights up. The dogs serenade the night sky by howling in unison, resting and recharging, curled up in the snow outside.

On Sunday, after the morning dog care, and a hearty breakfast, we will head out for another great day of dog sledding, exploring a new route, and returning to base camp in the afternoon. You and your sled dog team will come in sharing a new confidence and a special bond. Beside the unforgettable memories, you might also take home a fondness and appreciation for winter you had not known before.

PRICES AND DETAILS:

Weekend dog sledding packages are offered from mid-December until late March, upon availability.

Price is $435 + HST starting Saturday morning or $520 + HST from Friday evening.

CUSTOMIZED DOGSLEDDING TRIPS:

Customized dog sledding trips are available to groups of four or more, contact us to discuss and plan your adventure of a life time!

Introduction to Dog Sledding (Full Day):

An excellent way for the first time musher to enjoy a new experience.

Upon availability on weekdays, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, $185 +HST per person, trail lunch included.

4Days (3 nights) expedition - $780+HST starting with accommodation and dinner first night at the lodge.
5Days (4 nights) expedition - $980+HST starting with accommodation and dinner first night at the lodge.

FULL DOG SLEDDING WEEK (7 nights):

Get into a Musher's Boots!

The 7 night program starts on Sunday morning at our Base Camp on Whitney Lake. The day will be mostly dedicated to dog sledding: you will learn about dog handling, harnessing and psychology, driving techniques and commands. Then we will head out for an afternoon trip, to try both dog sledding and snowshoeing, and make a final adjustment to backpacks and our clothing system.

On the second day, we depart for our great adventure! Dog sledding routes follow "Nastawagan", the traditional trail system of Temagami. This territory we respectfully share with wildlife such as moose, lynx, wolf, beaver, and otter. Destinations include the fascinating Conjuring Rock, Temagami's world famous Old Growth Forest, Devil's Mountain, Anima Nipissing Lake, and Maple Mountain. Along the way we travel on beautifully maintained trails and windswept lakes, admiring majestic cliffs, and we'll feel the heritage of the Ojibway People, who have traveled the area for thousands of years.

On the trail we set a good pace, traveling a daily average of 4 to 6 hours, with group lunch and scenery breaks. In the mid to late afternoon we will stop to set up camp. Mushers of the day are responsible for bedding and feeding the dogs, while the others start setting up nights accommodations. By the time evening arrives, there is a stack of firewood by the door, and equipment is drying around the woodstove. Tonight's chef is adjusting the spices for dinner, while we all enjoy a hot soup, sitting comfortably on a thick mattress of balsam boughs.

After a relaxing evening, we easily fall asleep in the warmth of the tent and the peaceful silence of the wild.

We will return to base camp after five days, feeling rejuvenated and filled with long lasting memories. We are positive you will not look at huskies or winter in the same way after this trip!

PRICES AND DATES:

Trip dates are: February 18 - 25, March 11 - 18

Price is $1580+HST per person

Reservation is suggested 8 weeks in advance. A 30% deposit will confirm your reservation.