THZ Kennels - Alaskan Malamutes
Join us for the
adventure of a lifetime as THZ's Alaskan Malamute Sled Dog team takes you out
for a thrilling ride into the Wenatchee National Forest. We partner with two other area kennels (Sierra Blue
Kennels and Pounding Paws Kennels), and together we can accommodate both small and large
groups. Operating just 30
minutes outside of Leavenworth, WA, we have several options available to
accommodate you and your family.
All of our tours are by appointment only, mid December through
March. Call today to book your family's adventure!
Dog Sled Rides
Icefest (Martin Luther
King weekend only) – Located on
Blackbird Island in downtown Leavenworth we will be giving dog sled rides on both
Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 3pm.
Rides last approx 5-7minutes and are perfect for those who want a quick thrilling
ride and something else to do without leaving town. No Appointment necessary.
$20/adult
$15/kids 11 and under
Kids 3 and under free
with paying adult
Fish Lake Fun Run – Short, quick and to the point, these
rides live up to their name. Perfect for
larger groups like birthday parties, office parties or family get togethers. Each “Fun Run” covers approx 2 miles and
lasts about 15-25 minutes. The dogs and
mushers will meet you at the Fish Lake Snow-Park located 30 minutes west of Leavenworth. Minimum group size for this option is 10
people. Must book in advance 50% non
refundable deposit due at booking.
$65/adult
$45/kids 80lbs and
under.
Kids 3 and under free
with paying adult
Dog Sled Tours
The Scenic Tour (one hour) - You'll be taken along a 6 mile
loop on beautiful USFS groomed trails. We'll take you on the Alder Creek,
Meadow Creek or Bubba's Bluff Loop. Each trail offers picturesque
natural scenes that will leave you in awe of this winter
wonderland. The dogs and mushers will meet you at the Fish Lake Snow-Park
located 30 minutes west of Leavenworth. The length of the tour times
are approximates only, as trail conditions vary with the weather and outside
temperature. Must book in advance 50%
non refundable deposit due at booking.
$125/adult
$75/kids 80 lbs and
under
2 person or 350 lbs
max
The Adventure Tour (2 hours) - For those who are looking for a bigger
adventure we offer a longer 10-12 mile loop with
breathtaking views of the surrounding area as we climb higher into
the mountain wilderness. There will
be opportunities to rest and snack the dogs and take some awesome
pictures. The dogs and mushers will meet you at the Fish Lake Snow-Park
located 30 minutes west of Leavenworth. The length of the tour times
are approximates only, as trail conditions vary with the weather and outside
temperature. Must book in advance 50%
non refundable deposit due at booking.
$250/Adult
$150/kids 80lbs and
under
2 person or 350 lbs
max
Half day and Full day
Options – All of the following
options are designed for the adventurous and hearty souls. These are not so much a ride/tour as they are
hands-on involved experiences. You will
sweat, step in poop, get up close and personal with the dogs and have the time
of your life. Beware as this may lead
you to one day jumping into this lifestyle and driving your own team down the
trail!
Half Day Mush (approximatly 4
hours) – For those hearty
people who want to be more hands on and/or want to learn more about the sport
and art of mushing dogs. Your day will
start early as you meet the mushers and dogs at the Fish Lake Snow Park. We’ll have you meet your musher/guide, the
dogs who will be taking out on the trail, cover safety and gear, and then we’ll
harness the dogs and take off. You’ll
travel together with your musher/guide on a 15-20 mile loop and along the way we’ll
show you the ropes and teach you about driving a team of sled dogs. You’ll
have the opportunity to take the reins and actually “mush”! The length of the tour times are
approximates only, as trail conditions vary with the weather and outside
temperature. Must book a minimum of 30
days in advance. A 50% non refundable
deposit is due at booking.
$400/person, must be
16 years old or older, 2 person minimum
Full Day Mush (approximatly 5-6
Hours) – Much like our
half day option only more time on the trail with more distance covered. Your day will start early as you meet the
mushers and dogs at the Fish Lake Snow Park.
We’ll have you meet your musher/guide, the dogs who will be taking out
on the trail, cover safety and gear, and then we’ll harness the dogs and take
off. You’ll travel together with your
musher/guide on a 25+ mile loop and along the way we’ll show you the ropes and
teach you about driving a team of sled dogs. You’ll have the opportunity
to take the reins and actually “mush”! The
length of the tour times are approximates only, as trail conditions vary
with the weather and outside temperature.
Must book a minimum of 30 days in advance. A 50% non refundable deposit is due at
booking.
$600/person, must be
16 years or older, 2 person minimum.
Overnight Expedition
(Dec - Feb) – For those
looking for the ultimate adventure we offer this unique experience. You’ll meet your Mushers/Guides at a
pre-arranged time (usually in the morning) at the Fish Lake Snow Park. We’ll have you meet the dogs who will be
taking out on the trail, cover safety and gear, and then we’ll pack the sleds, harness
the dogs and take off. You’ll travel
together with your musher/guide on approx 20-25 miles and make your way to the
abandoned mining town of Trinity, WA. Along
the way we’ll show you the ropes and teach you about driving a team of sled
dogs. You’ll have the opportunity to take the reins and actually
“mush”! Depending on temperature and
weather conditions you can expect spend about 5-7+ hours on the trail. We’ll stop approximately half way to snack
the dogs and have lunch. You’ll take an
active role in working with your musher/guide and the dogs. Once we arrive at Trinity we’ll set up camp
and feed and care for the dogs (you’ll be working lots). Once the Dogs are fed we’ll head to a cabin
reserved just for us where we’ll spend the night, prepare a meal and enjoy each
other’s fellowship as we share tales of the trail (you’ll be welcome to add
your own), and stories of dogs, life, and all things in between. You’ll have time to explore the surrounding
area, take lots of pictures, and learn more about the dogs and how to care for
them. The next morning we’ll get up
early, feed/water the dogs before we have breakfast. After breakfast we’ll break camp, pack up the
sleds harness/hook up the dogs and make the 4-6 hour return trip. The length of the tour times are
approximates only, as trail conditions vary with the weather and outside
temperature. Must book at least a minimum of 30 days in advance. More than 30 days advance notice may be
required for some larger groups. A
50% non refundable deposit is due at booking.
$1200/person, must be
16 years or older, 2 person minimum.
All of our half day, full day and
overnight experiences are great options for corporate team building retreats of
up to 10-15 people or for smaller groups of 2 or more who are just looking for
a grand adventure. We can customize
these trips to fit with your group’s goals and needs. Just give us a call and we can talk
more.
Contact us to reserve your adventure
today!! 509-763-0558 or 509-630-6782
Information:
1. We will call you 24-48 hours prior to your scheduled ride/tour to confirm your arrival and trip details. Inclement weather and adverse trail conditions all play a role in our ability to operate our tours. In the event we can not give the tour due to weather, trail or other conditions we will make every attempt to contact you and reschedule. In the event you book a ride and do not show up, we will bill your credit card for the full amount of the scheduled fare. Please make every effort to keep your appointment for the scheduled ride/tour.
2. Please plan to arrive 30 minutes in advance of your scheduled tour departure time. It is at this time that we will have you pay your balance due, sign a liability and release waiver (required for all our guests), and meet the dogs and musher that will be taking you out on the trail. We book several tours each day and each tour will leave promptly as scheduled. Failure to arrive on time may result in forfeiture of your tour time slot as well as monies paid.
3. Pay attention to cold weather gear. Guests are responsible for dressing warmly and being prepared for winter weather. While our sled bags are lined with fleece and blankets, we still recommend dressing in several layers. Pay close attention to foot, hand, and head gear. Sunglasses or goggles help reduce the glare of the snow.
4. Minimum age for our dog sled tours is 6 years old. You will be assigned a musher/sled depending on the number of people in your group and each person's weight. In most cases we can have 1-2 adults, or 1 adult and/or 1-2 children (300lbs max), per sled. We recommend only one person per sled for our 2+ hour tours as the sled basket can get cramped. Children under 10 must ride with a paying adult.
5. A snow park permit is required at the Fish Lake Snow Park where we will be departing for all our 1 and 2+ hour tours. They can be purchased for $21 locally at Mid-Way Village Grocery or at Parkside Grocery located on your way to the snow park.
7. Be sure to bring a camera or camcorder with fresh batteries and your sense of adventure. If you have any questions not answered here please do not hesitate to contact us. We look forward to taking you out on the trail!
THINK SNOW!!!
A 50% non-refundable deposit and a valid credit/debit card is required to hold your reservation.
Payment Options:
Pay by credit/debit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. A 4% service charge will be added for all credit/debit transactions. American Express cards have a 7.5% service charge.
Pay by cash. Pay the balance of your ride in cash on the day of your ride.
The remaining balance for your tour is due upon your arrival at the trail head. Cash or is our preferred method of payment or you may make arrangements to pre-pay in full by credit card.
Cancellation Policy:
- If we cancel: Full refund.
- If you cancel and have paid in full we will refund your money less your 50% non-refundable deposit. We respectfully ask that you give us a 10 day cancellation notice.
- In the event we can not give the ride/tour due to weather, trail or other conditions we will make every attempt to contact you and reschedule. If we can not reschedule due to these conditions we refund all your monies paid, including deposit.
- In the event you book a ride and the do not show up, we will bill your credit card for the full amount of the scheduled fare plus service charges. We make the commitment to take you our onto the trail with our dogs. Please make every effort to keep your appointment for the scheduled ride/tour.