Our deluxe lodge trip. Whispering Pines features a private custom log crafted getaway, tucked  away in the boreal forest, with grand views of the night sky and a secluded shoreline as the backdrop. This trip features the unique opportunity to drive your own dog team from our kennel, through a fabulous trail system  for three consecutive days, and return to the nearby lodge to unwind in the evening. The relaxing McDougal Lakehouse   is the exclusive lodging destination for the Whispering Pines trip, (unless otherwise specified. )

3 days dog sledding, 4 nights in a secluded lodge Premiere style (you drive your own team for the entire trip) select dining and lodging, private bathrooms, sauna Explore over 70 miles of the Superior National Forest by dog team Culminating Night Run under the winter sky Physically active and adventurous trip No previous dog sledding experience needed Perfect for individuals or couples FEATURED SCHEDULE: Mushing and Sled Dog Racing

From our comfortable lakehouse, explore an endless network of forested trails by dogsled. Your guide will teach you all the skills needed to drive a dog team. Each day offers up new routes, with the trails progressing as you gain skills and confidence driving your team of dogs (premier style). We'll cover between 20-30 miles each day, exploring scenic lakes, forest trails and witnessing the tracks of the locals, including snowshoe hare, fox, mink and timber wolves. Enjoy the comforts of this northwoods retreat at the end of each day – pampered by savory meals that compliment an active day on the trail. Unwind in the hottub after dinner, curl up with a book by the fireplace or take a moonlit stroll on the lake.

After two full days on the trail, enjoy a leisurely third morning at the lodge followed by a hearty brunch. This day culminates with a night run. We'll depart from the kennel early afternoon and run until dusk. Stop for supper cooked over a crackling campfire, and continue mushing on into the darkness of the night. The night run is always a favorite. Running at night is as close to flying as you will get without leaving the ground. Weather permitting, watch twilight unfold, the moonshadows of the dogs emerge on the snow, and the starry winter sky come in to focus.  Back at the lodge we will have dessert and enjoy the stories from the night. Depart after breakfast the next morning.

 

FEATURED SCHEDULES:

Dogsledding and Sled Dog Racing:  Combine your mushing experience on a Whispering Pines trip with spectating (or volunteering) at one of the nearby sled dog races for an incredible week of dogs, mushing and winter excitement.   We have two trips scheduled to coinside with races that attract mushers throughout the US and Canada.

• Jan 25-29. The Jan 25 trip finishes in time to watch the festive start of the John Beargrease Sled Dog Race in Duluth, MN. The Beargrease is the longest sled dog race in the lower 48, with over 70 teams competing, in both mid-distance and marathon divisions. Plan your travel itinerary to include this historic race in your  week.

• Feb 26-March 1. The Feb 26 trip commences in the evening following the start of the Wolftrack Classic Sled Dog Race in Ely. The Wolftrack Classic features  over 80 teams  in this mid-distance race. http://www.wolftrackclassic.com

No experience necessary.

Join one of the scheduled trips, or gather a group of 3-6 together and we can customize this trip for your group, with either premier or traditional style sledding.

Whispering Pines Premium Package Booking Information

Four Nights and Three Days:

$1,495/person double occupancy $1,695/person single occupancy

2011-2012 Dates:

Dec 19-23 Jan 25-29 (Beargrease Sled Dog Race) Feb 6-10 I Feb 16-20  Feb 26-March 1 (Wolftrack Classic) March 6-10 Custom dates may be available for groups of 4 or more.  Call for further information: 800-701-6238

Arrive at lodge in afternoon. Dinner with guide. Intro to dogsledding. Following breakfast, arrive at the kennel and meet your canine traveling companions. We'll teach you the essentials of driving a sled, harnessing dogs and then be off on a day trip. Novices and veterans alike will gain confidence throughout the day.   Return home to the lodge for dinner and sharing stories. Travel day, gaining more mushing skills while exploring forest and lake trails.

Sleep in, relax, or explore the area woods- fantastic brunch followed by dogsledding in the afternoon. Dinner on a lake and mushing back to the kennel in the dark under the winter night sky. Breakfast and depart.

Maximum group size: 5-6 guests with 1-2 guides.

Minimum age 16.

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