THZ Dog Sled Rides and Tours

THZ Kennels - Alaskan Malamutes

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Dog Sled Tours

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. A ride with THZ Kennels is more than just sitting back and taking in the scenery, (although you can do that too). With our custom built touring sled you'll be taken out onto the trail with your musher guide and actually get to drive the team. We can accommodate small groups and families of up to four or five people. For larger groups we partner with two other area kennels (SierraBlu Kennels and Pounding Paws Kennels), and together we can accommodate group sizes of ten or more. We are located just 30 minutes outside of Leavenworth, WA and we have several options available to accommodate you and your family. All of our tours/rides are by appointment only, mid December through March and operate within the Wenatchee National Forest under special use permit granted by the U.S. Forest Service. We look forward to taking you out with our dogs on a grand 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 6 people. Must book in advance 50% non refundable deposit due at booking.

$60/adult

$40/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

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

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 cannot 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. We recommend dressing in several layers. Pay close attention to foot, hand, and head gear. Sunglasses or goggles help reduce the glare of the snow. We operate our tours/rides rain or shine. Please plan ahead and come prepared.

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 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!!!

Payment:

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 and Discover.  A 4% service charge will be added for all credit/debit transactions.

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 14 day cancellation notice.
- In the event we cancel your scheduled ride/tour due to inclement weather, trail or other conditions we will make every attempt to contact you and reschedule. If we cannot reschedule due to these conditions we refund all your monies paid, including deposit.
- In the event you book a ride and then 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 out onto the trail with our dogs.   Please make every effort to keep your appointment for the scheduled ride/tour.