Vermont, a Unique Destination
for Dog Sledding Adventures
By Ken Haggett
Vermont has become a major destination in New England for dogsledding
enthusiasts. Located in the heart of the Green Mountains of Vermont are several
dog sledding businesses that offer the opportunity for you to get behind a team of
sled dogs and out into the wilderness in a way many never get to experience.
If you grew up reading Jack London’s Call of The Wild or White Fang as I did you
may long to experience a life style long since lost to many. You may have a love
of dogs and an appreciation for working dogs doing what they were bred to do.
Either way a visit to Vermont for a dogsledding experience may be just what you
are looking for.
When you are out in the wilderness with a team of sled dogs it’s almost as though
you have been transported back in time. There is nothing like sliding along a cold
snowy trail with the only sounds being that of the runners sliding over the snow
and dogs breathing as they do what they love to do.
Watching a team of dogs work together and the strength and speed they are
capable of is simply amazing. After years of working with sled dogs it still
amazes me every time I watch these incredible athletes at work.
Often the closest you can get to experiencing dogsledding is at a dog sled race
where you can watch the teams leave the starting shoot or come back in from their
run. Luckily there are people running businesses where you can actually interact
with the dogs and even try your hand at driving a sled.
The best part is that you can have this experience with out having to acquire and
train six to eight dogs of your own! I must warn you that it can be addictive. After
a visit to Vermont for a dog sled adventure you may just find yourself longing for
your first Husky.
Be very careful; talk to any musher and they will tell you that is how is all begins.
First it’s one and the next thing you know you somehow have ended up with a
dozen.
Dogsledding is not limited to winter; several outfitters offer year round dog
sledding experiences. Carts or other wheeled devices allow dog teams to be run
during the non snow months of the year.
Fall foliage season in Vermont is a beautiful time to get out for a dog sled ride.
You can view the beautiful foliage as you are pulled along by a team of dogs. It’s
just as fun as winter time sledding but not nearly as cold.
Running one or two dogs with a scooter is also becoming a very popular dog
powered activity. It’s a great way to get your own dog out for a little exercise and
may well add years to their life.
There are opportunities to try this exciting sport out with your dog and see if it is
something you both would enjoy.
If you are planning a visit to New England, no matter what the time of year
consider adding a dog sled experience to your list of things to do. It’s an
experience you won’t soon forget.
About the Author: Ken Haggart of Lake Elmore, Vermont, is the owner of Peace
Pups Dogsledding and Vermont Bicycle Tours. He is a musher, tour guide and
custom woodworker.
for Dog Sledding Adventures
By Ken Haggett
Vermont has become a major destination in New England for dogsledding
enthusiasts. Located in the heart of the Green Mountains of Vermont are several
dog sledding businesses that offer the opportunity for you to get behind a team of
sled dogs and out into the wilderness in a way many never get to experience.
If you grew up reading Jack London’s Call of The Wild or White Fang as I did you
may long to experience a life style long since lost to many. You may have a love
of dogs and an appreciation for working dogs doing what they were bred to do.
Either way a visit to Vermont for a dogsledding experience may be just what you
are looking for.
When you are out in the wilderness with a team of sled dogs it’s almost as though
you have been transported back in time. There is nothing like sliding along a cold
snowy trail with the only sounds being that of the runners sliding over the snow
and dogs breathing as they do what they love to do.
Watching a team of dogs work together and the strength and speed they are
capable of is simply amazing. After years of working with sled dogs it still
amazes me every time I watch these incredible athletes at work.
Often the closest you can get to experiencing dogsledding is at a dog sled race
where you can watch the teams leave the starting shoot or come back in from their
run. Luckily there are people running businesses where you can actually interact
with the dogs and even try your hand at driving a sled.
The best part is that you can have this experience with out having to acquire and
train six to eight dogs of your own! I must warn you that it can be addictive. After
a visit to Vermont for a dog sled adventure you may just find yourself longing for
your first Husky.
Be very careful; talk to any musher and they will tell you that is how is all begins.
First it’s one and the next thing you know you somehow have ended up with a
dozen.
Dogsledding is not limited to winter; several outfitters offer year round dog
sledding experiences. Carts or other wheeled devices allow dog teams to be run
during the non snow months of the year.
Fall foliage season in Vermont is a beautiful time to get out for a dog sled ride.
You can view the beautiful foliage as you are pulled along by a team of dogs. It’s
just as fun as winter time sledding but not nearly as cold.
Running one or two dogs with a scooter is also becoming a very popular dog
powered activity. It’s a great way to get your own dog out for a little exercise and
may well add years to their life.
There are opportunities to try this exciting sport out with your dog and see if it is
something you both would enjoy.
If you are planning a visit to New England, no matter what the time of year
consider adding a dog sled experience to your list of things to do. It’s an
experience you won’t soon forget.
About the Author: Ken Haggart of Lake Elmore, Vermont, is the owner of Peace
Pups Dogsledding and Vermont Bicycle Tours. He is a musher, tour guide and
custom woodworker.
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