Intimate Visit of an Alaskan Off-Grid Homestead with Sled Dogs - Talkeetna

Summary Description

Welcome to our home.

Where you will meet the sled dogs up close and learn about our off-grid year-round Alaskan homestead.

When visiting the homestead you will learn about our off-grid dry cabin (no utility connections or running water) and will see first hand what it takes to run all the systems needed to live in Alaska in summer and winter. We collect our own water, provide for out own electricity and heat, and grow, gather, bake, and ferment most of our food and try to live a simple sustainable life as much as possible.

You will learn about sled dogs and mushing in general and meet each dog individual. Each dog has a different characters and requires specific care and training to excel in their work and life. There will be plenty of opportunity to cuddle with the dogs and take pictures.

Don’t miss out on this unique experience to see how we Alaskans live.

Description

Get an authentic look at an Alaska homestead and meet a team of sled dogs on this unique homestead tour. Located off the grid, this homestead keeps sled dogs for daily chores and companionship. This gives dog lovers a chance to see the integral role sled dogs play in Alaska living.

* See the daily operations of an Alaska homestead

* Meet each sled dog and learn about their chores and way of life

* Small-group tours keep the tours personal

* Visit an off-the-grid cabin

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Important Information
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  • Duration: 2h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
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Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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How much is Intimate Visit of an Alaskan Off-Grid Homestead with Sled Dogs - Talkeetna?

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Intimate Visit of an Alaskan Off-Grid Homestead with Sled Dogs - Talkeetna price starts from $84.00.

Which company provides Intimate Visit of an Alaskan Off-Grid Homestead with Sled Dogs - Talkeetna?

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Intimate Visit of an Alaskan Off-Grid Homestead with Sled Dogs - Talkeetna is hosted by The Flower Kennel and Homestead. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact on Tripadvisor.

What is the Intimate Visit of an Alaskan Off-Grid Homestead with Sled Dogs - Talkeetna cancellation policy?

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Intimate Visit of an Alaskan Off-Grid Homestead with Sled Dogs - Talkeetna cancellation policy: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

What time does Intimate Visit of an Alaskan Off-Grid Homestead with Sled Dogs - Talkeetna start?

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Intimate Visit of an Alaskan Off-Grid Homestead with Sled Dogs - Talkeetna will start at 10:30 AM.

Operated by:

The Flower Kennel and Homestead

About operator:

Open from May - September Visiting The Flower Musher's Homestead makes you step into the real authentic off-grid Alaskan lifestyle. Our tours are a snapshot of our year round life with the Flower Sled dogs and we are grateful to share this with our guests. Guests will of course meet and learn about the sled dogs. Each dog has a different characters and requires specific care and training to excel in their work and life. The dogs are part of the family, but also a major component in the tasks of gathering firewood, hauling water and hunting caribou in spring. The Homestead is tucked away in the Talkeetna Boreal forest, just south of Talkeetna, and guest will visit the cabin and learn about our self sufficient lifestyle. We are a small locally owned operation and our tours are casual and personal. Welcome to our home. Iris (owner) Bluma, Rachel, Luke, Lilja, Sam, Mouse, Flora and Hayden (companions)

Basic Information
  • Duration: 2 hours