2023: Women's Dog Sledding & Snowshoeing Adventure (Jan 18-21, 2023)

      Bayfield, WI, USA

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      Green Edventures Ecotours & Expeditions
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      Jan 18 - 21, 2023
      Group size: 6 - 11
      2023: Women's Dog Sledding & Snowshoeing Adventure (Jan 18-21, 2023)
      Bayfield, WI, USA

      Green Edventures Ecotours & Expeditions
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      172 reviews

      Jan 18 - 21, 2023
      Group size: 6 - 11

      About this trip

      Ladies, check dog sledding off of your bucket list. Take a trek up to Northern Wisconsin for an extended weekend of outdoor winter adventures on the snowy coast of the mighty Lake Superior.  On our Women’s Wisconsin Dog Sledding & Snowshoeing Adventure will feel like an artic explorer as we discover the Northwoods by dog sled and hike to hidden Lake Superior Ice Caves on snowshoes.

      This is the real deal! ” — That what our partners have to say about their dogsledding tours.Our partners on our Women’s Wisconsin Dog Sledding & Snowshoeing Adventure are a woman-owned and operated kennel is comprised of 42 Seppala Siberian Huskies which are direct descendants of Togo and Balto who helped deliver the life saving serum to the children of Nome during the outbreak of Diptheria in 1925.


      From start to finish, participants will be involved in all stages of mushing. Every trip begins with participants meeting each dog and learning about them.   Then, your guides will teach you how to harness dogs and hook up the teams. Once everyone, and every dog is ready, we head out on some of the most beautiful forested trails in Northern Wisconsin.


      Not just a walk in the woods.

      Led by a local naturalist and guide, participants on our Women’s Wisconsin Dog Sledding & Snowshoeing Adventure will take on walk into the Northwoods by by snowshoe.


      Who should sign up?

      The Women’s Wisconsin Dog Sledding & Snowshoeing Adventure is open to women ages 18 and older. Anyone in good health, and who is moderately active can enjoy the activities listed on the itinerary.   Dog sledding can be done by nearly anyone, but does require good balance and strength to hold onto a sled being pulled by a team of dogs. Snowshoeing is 3-4 hours, over rolling terrain in the snow at a moderate workout level. Those who are not used to snowshoeing might feel that this is strenuous. Our guide will work with the group’s abilities. Temperatures ranging from the low 30’s to below zero. Windy conditions could create extreme cold depending on wind direction. Please view the packing list below and come prepared to spend time outside in the cold.


      Accommodations:

      On our Women’s Wisconsin Dog Sledding & Snowshoeing Adventure participants all have single rooms in 2- bedroom cottages with one bathroom or 3-bedroom cottage with 2 bathrooms.  Those who would like their own space. may be able to upgrade to a 1-bedroom cottages for a single supplement fee of $300. Please contact us for availbilty. All cottages are fully furnished and heated. Example of 2 Bedroom (Double Cottages) and Example of 1 Bedroom (Single Cottages)

      Trip Highlights

       This winter wonderland adventure includes:

      • 1 morning 3.5-4 hour Dog Sledding Session 
      • 1 afternoon 2.5 hour Dog Sledding Session
      • 1 sunset afternoon snowshoe hike.
      • 1 Lake Superior ice caves hike if conditions allow otherwise a forest snowshoe hike.
      • 3 nights lodging in 2 or 3 bedroom cottages (single rooms).
      • All meals from dinner on night 1 to breakfast on day 4
      • All the planning is done for you! 

      Group Size

      Minimum: 6 participants / Maximum: 11 participants

      Accommodations

      Our lodging is 2-3 Bedroom Cottages at Woodside Cottages in Bayfield. The cottages are heated and fully furnished.  


      All bedrooms are single occupancy. Those who want a whole cabin to themselves should contact us for availability. There is a $250 single supplement fee.


      Triple Cottages: 

      Each cottage has 3 bedrooms with a queen-size bed in each bedroom, and 2 bathrooms.   

      Guests: 3 per cottage 

      Availability: 1 cottage (3 beds) 


      Double Cottages: 

      Each cottage has 2 bedrooms with a queen size bed in each bedroom, and 1 bathroom.   

      Guests: 2 per cottage 

      Availability: 2 cottages (4 beds) 

      View Example Here 



      Meals

      Breakfast: Each cabin will be supplied with breakfast supplies (eggs, bacon, yogurt, fresh fruit, dried fruit, instant oatmeal, coffee, creamer, and snacks).


      Lunches: 1 lunch is in the field. 1 lunch is from a local restaurant.


      Dinners: 3 dinners are included from local restaurants. Participants will pre-order from a menu. 

      Private Trips

      If you have a pack you love to travel with, inquire about a private trip for families, and friends. This trip is suitable for children 13 and older. 


      Contact

      Tara Short

      Green Edventures Tours

      1-888-622-4911

      tara@greenedventures.com 

      Green Edventure's Policies:

      What’s included

      • Professional Guides
      • Lodging
        3 nights
      • Meals
        3 breakfast, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
      • All fees and permits
      • Snowshoes
      • Tour Leader
        Green Edventures host throughout the program.

      What’s not included

      • Airfare
      • Beverages
        Drinks with meals, alcohol, bottled beverages
      • Gratuities
        $200
      • Personal spending money
      • Travel insurance
      • Local transportation
        Participants shuttle in their vehicles

      Available Packages

      Team 1: Siberian Huskies

      This team has a maximum group size of 5 participants.  


      For this team, there will be 6 sleds. There are two guide sleds that carry 1 passenger. The other 4 sleds are driven by guests alone. Passengers ride with guides only. Guides take bigger teams to pull this weight. In this group, everyone takes turns riding and driving. In a group of 5, participants can expect to ride as a passenger at least 10-15 mins each trip.  

      If you are traveling with a friend, be sure you select a spot on the same team.


      The names of the teams are for logistics only. All sleds are driven by Siberian Huskies with a few Alaskan Huskies mixed in.

      $2,195
      Deposit: $550
      Team 2: Alaskan Huskies

      This team has a maximum group size of 5 participants.  

        

      For this team, there will be 6 sleds. There are two guide sleds that carry 1 passenger. The other 4 sleds are driven by guests alone. Passengers ride with guides only. Guides take bigger teams to pull this weight. In this group, everyone takes turns riding and driving. In a group of 5, participants can expect to ride as a passenger at least 10-15 mins each trip.  

       

      If you are traveling with a friend, be sure you select a spot on the same team.


      The names of the teams are for logistics only. All sleds are driven by Siberian Huskies with a few Alaskan Huskies mixed in.

      $2,195
      Deposit: $550


      Itinerary

      Day 1:
      Arrival & Welcome

      Arrive at Woodside Cottages between 2 & 4pm to avoid traveling at night in the winter. If weather permits we will sit outside by a campfire and talk about the plans for the following day and socialize. Dinner will be pizza and salad. Participants will dine in individual cabins. 


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      The March 2024 Hot Springs and Wellness Retreat to Iceland was amazing. GreenEdventures ran this winter trip; it was a quieter and cozy side of Iceland with a mix of small local lodging and restaurants and larger places as well. The volcanic landscape and the sea and fjords were beautiful. We swam outside natural pools and spas every day while we experienced the winter serenity, and sometimes her fury. The spa time also gave us a chance to interact with Icelanders. And our daily meditation and reflection provided personal insights. The pre-trip information, including gear, was complete and timely and GreenEdventures readily answered any question. This was my second GreenEdventures trip and I would not hesitate to book another. Trips are varied: women only like this one, mixed group, school age, and private tours. Tara Short (the owner/trip leader) researches the local guide(s) and has excellent relationships with them. That is one of the outstanding aspects of her trips and her company. She also gets to know each of the travelers on her trips. Most of the women on this trip had traveled with GreenEdventures previously. https://greenedventures.wetravel.com/trips/iceland-2024-spring-equinox-hot-springs-mindfulness-retreat-green-edventures-eco-tours-safaris-akureyri-14105617
      By MaryAnn A for Iceland 2024: Hot Springs & Mindfulness Retreat on Apr 04, 2024
      MaryAnn thank you so much for taking the time to write this review!! It was my pleasure and an honor to have you join me, Inga, Svava, and Olof in Iceland! I wish we could do this trip together every year!!
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      By Catalina M for Baja 2024 (B): Women's Snorkeling Adventure + Gray Whales Tour on Mar 29, 2024
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      I’ve been on multiple trips with GE and this one was something special! If you are looking for mindfulness and magic with the backdrop of stunning Iceland, put this one your list! In addition to snowshoeing, and exploring towns and beaches, with the support of Tara and our fabulous local guide, Inga, we were even able to take a swim in the Artic ocean!
      By Allison D for Iceland 2024: Hot Springs & Mindfulness Retreat on Mar 26, 2024
      This was an amazing trip! I could not have known how much I needed the mindfulness, spas, and relaxation! This retreat was the most amazing thing and so needed!!! Thank you Tara Short and Green Edventures!!!
      By Anne R for Iceland 2024: Hot Springs & Mindfulness Retreat on Mar 26, 2024
      The Baja trip was amazing in every aspect! The guides impressed me with their dept of knowledge, attention to detail, and kindness. Snorkeling with sea lions and whale sharks is an experience I will never forget. My co-adventurers were enthusiastic and I made some life longfriends. I will sign up for this trip again!
      By Lori P for Baja 2024 (A): Women's Snorkeling Adventure + Gray Whales Tour on Mar 12, 2024
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      I went on an amazing trip with Tara to Baja, Mexico in 2020. This was a dream trip for me being a wildlife lover. It was incredible to be able to swim with whale sharks and sea lions and get up close with gray whales. Camping on the beach was amazing. We had a great group of women and everyone vibed well and all of the tour guides including Tara, Alex and Chabello were so fun, friendly and helpful every step of the way. The food was great at the campsite and at the restaurants we got to try. When our trip plans initially got derailed waiting on a negative Covid test and we had to get a different flight, Tara did everything in her power to accommodate us and make sure we got to enjoy every part of the trip, including setting us up with another whale shark swimming tour after we had missed the initial one with the group, and she spent time waiting for us to finish before leaving for the airport. I definitely recommend Green Edventures, especially the Baja Mexico trip!
      By Katie M on 14 Feb, 2022
      I just returned from the Wisconsin Women's Tour and couldn't have asked for a better trip! For me, the amount and type of activity were perfect. Who know there was so much to discover practically in my own backyard?
      By Cynthia Casey W on 22 Oct, 2020