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Half Day Learn to Mush

Oak Creekeasy

Difficulty

easy

Duration

3–4 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels; moderate physical activity involved, such as walking and handling sled dogs

Overview

Discover the excitement of dogsledding with a half-day introduction near Oak Creek, Colorado. Learn canine teamwork and scenic trail adventures in this fun and educational outing with Snow Buddy Sled Dog Adventures.

Parker, Colorado

Half Day Learn to Mush

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Adventure Photos

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About This Adventure

Price

  • $300.00/ADULT* (all people 95 pounds OR over 18 years of age)
  • $200.00/CHILD* (children must be under 95 pounds, over 95 pounds charged as an adult)
  • $85.00/INFANT* (babies who cannot walk)

About

Snow Buddy offers two excursions formats to choose from:

Guided sled excursion:

  • If you would prefer to relax and enjoy the scenery, or if you have limitations that would make fully participating unsafe, we can offer gladly a fully guided excursion.
  • No more than 2 adults can fit comfortably in a guided sled. Very small children can always ride together with an adult in a guided sled as well.

Drive your own sled excursion format:

  • Adults are encouraged to come in pairs, as teams are typically assembled for one driver-one passenger, with a driver switch at the half-way point.
  • Kids under 95 pounds will go on a guided sled in most scenarios, where they participate fully with professional supervision (with some exceptions - please call if you have questions).
  • Paired adults are offered one driver switch per excursion. If people come with an odd number, we will put a group of three on a double driver sled, where one passenger rides and two people team drive a larger team, again with a driver switch half-way. In this scenario one person gets extra drive time, but there is not an odd person out.
  • We offer this to parents traveling with one child or sometimes an odd number of children as well, with the guide hopping on the sled to drive with the child when the child wants a turn, and mom and dad snuggled in the sled.
  • If an odd numbered person would prefer to drive his or her own team, the driver must pay the adult price x two, as seats and driver positions always sell out. -We can fit up to four children on guided kid sleds and it's often the more the merrier!

Add Ons

$65 PHOTO PACKAGE A photo documentary of your trip including 100+ high resolution images, guaranteed. We shoot with a Nikon D500 (Tamron lens 18-400 mm range). Relax, learn to do something new and let the pros get all the best action shots!

SHUTTLE SERVICE: You may add the shuttle at check out - price is per person, round trip, door to door and depends on your location , it is a $25 - $45 per person price range. We offer shuttles from Steamboat Springs, Oak Creek and Phippsburg.

  • Shuttle from the Steamboat Springs area: All shuttles are door to door so please provide your address and the name of your accommodations when you book the shuttle. The shuttle from Steamboat will be a fee per party of $180.00 for parties of 2-4 people. Each additional person up to 9 people is $45 per person. When you book, if other people have booked the shuttle and will fill seats with you, we will manually adjust the price to reflect the per person charge of $45 versus the $180 minimum. Thank you!

GRATUITY We consider 15% to be a minimum for our standard of service and we hope you will agree. Please consider being more generous, as guides are working hard for gratuities. You may leave gratuities on your total due at the end or you may leave cash for the guides. Thank you so much for your planning and consideration here!

Weight Restrictions

  • 450 pounds max weight per couple
  • 550 max weight on trios riding/driving together, no more than 3 adults can ride together on 3 person sled (2 heavier adults can drive this style sled together (i.e. 2 adults weighing more than 450 combined) and pay the price for 3 adults, so a surcharge of x1.5, please call to book if this is confusing)

Adventure Tips

Dress in layers

Weather in Colorado can be unpredictable; wearing layers will keep you comfortable throughout your adventure.

Wear sturdy footwear

Good traction and waterproof boots are recommended to handle the snow and uneven terrain safely.

Listen to your guide

Follow instructions carefully to ensure safety and maximize your learning experience.

Bring a camera

Capture the breathtaking snowy landscapes and your memorable experience mushing the dogs.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Elk
  • Moose

History

The area was historically important for indigenous tribes and later became a hub for Colorado's mining and tourism industries.

Conservation

Snow Buddy Sled Dog Adventures emphasizes sustainable practices, respecting wildlife and minimizing environmental impact on trail systems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Insulated Waterproof Jacket

Essential

Keeps you warm and dry during cold-weather dogsledding adventures.

winter specific

Warm Gloves

Essential

Protect your hands from cold and improve grip while handling equipment.

winter specific

Polar Fleece or Wool Hat

Essential

Helps retain body heat and keeps your head warm during outdoor activities.

winter specific

Sunglasses or Goggles

Protect your eyes from glare and snow reflection for better visibility.

spring|summer|fall specific