Activities, Camps and After School Classes in Willow, AK

Autumn is one of the most peaceful and scenic times to experience Alaska. As the leaves turn vibrant shades of gold and red and the temperatures begin to cool, the landscape transforms into a stunning fall setting. Even better, the mosquitoes of summer have mostly disappeared, making it an ideal time to enjoy the outdoors. Fall is also when mushers begin preparing their dog teams for the winter season and legendary races like the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race — the iconic thousand-mile race across Alaska. During this time, the dogs are eager to train and build endurance for the snowy months ahead. This tour includes all the highlights of your winter dog sled experience, giving you plenty of opportunities to interact with the dogs, take photos, and enjoy a scenic ride with the team. It’s a unique way to experience Alaska’s autumn beauty while getting an authentic look into the world of dog mushing.

Alaska and fishing are synonymous! We pride ourselves in not only teaching guests how to fly fish but give guests a completely unique Alaskan experience!

Dog sledding is one of Alaska’s most unforgettable experiences, and you don’t need snow to enjoy it. Available from May through October, this interactive 2-hour summer dog sledding tour takes you into the heart of Alaska’s mushing country for an authentic look at life with a sled dog team. When you arrive, you’ll be welcomed by your friendly retired dogs before learning about the history and traditions of dog sledding in Alaska. You’ll then visit the kennel to meet the full team, interact with the dogs, and even learn how to harness them if you’d like. Once the team is ready, you’ll head out on a thrilling ride through forest trails and rolling hills, where you’ll see firsthand the strength, teamwork, and excitement of these incredible dogs. There’s plenty of time for photos, and the dogs always enjoy extra attention after the run. This tour is family-friendly and suitable for all ages. Rain gear is provided, and lunch is available for purchase after the tour with advance notice.

The most intimate summer dog sledding experience in Alaska! Our carts are specifically for dog mushing and seat just two people each for an authentic adventure. Your ride takes place on our own secluded, private training trails, surrounded by Alaska spruce and birch trees. These are the same trails we use to train for Iditarod in the winter! Our carts are 100% dog-powered, just like a sled, so you can take in the natural sounds around you, without any noisy motors or nearby traffic! After every run, we turn all the dogs loose to run around freely and interact with guests. Enjoy meeting and playing with our champion dogs in an open house-style tour, where questions are encouraged! Your visit also includes a tour of the kennel and a nature walk to our hand-built, wooden pavilion with a Denali view, for an interactive demonstration of our winter gear and race sled! We provide a complimentary snack and water for you to cool off from our summer fun. We can't wait to see you soon!